Essentials
- City
- Ljubljana, Central Slovenia, Slovenia
- Population
- 295,000
- Internet Speed
- Average 100-200 Mbps via fiber optic (Telemach, Telekom Slovenije)
- Currency & Banking
- Euro (EUR). 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD.
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and high quality throughout the city
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- A1 or Telemach (approx. €10-€20 for 100GB+ data)
- Banking for Expats
- NLB, SKB, and widely accepted Revolut/N26
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Nepremicnine.net (local), HousingAnywhere
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards accepted in 95% of establishments; small cafes might prefer cash
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com (approx. €1,200 - €1,800/month for central apartments)
- Budget Accommodation
- Hostel Celica (Metelkova), H2O Hostel (Vodnik Square)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Old Town (Stari Trg) and Center (Prešeren Square)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Šiška (modern, green), Trnovo (peaceful, near water), or Tabor (central but quiet)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- MP Hub (Gozdarska ulica 1, €160/month) or ABC Hub (BTC City)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Kavarna Moderna (Opera house basement) or Čokl (near Funicular)
- Networking Events
- Silicon Gardens meetups and COINVEST events
- Social Events for Expats
- Expats in Ljubljana Facebook group, InterNations Ljubljana
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Taxi Cammeo or Taxi Metro (No Uber/Bolt ride-hailing available)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- BicikeLJ (city bike sharing, €1/week or €3/year subscription)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Koper or Portorož (approx. 1 hour 20 mins drive)
- Top Regional Airline
- Air Montenegro, Croatia Airlines (via LJU Airport)
- Top International Airline
- Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Air France
- Highway Access
- A1 (East-West) and A2 (North-South) intersection
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Ljubljana Railway Station (Trg Osvobodilne fronte)
- Public Transport Passes
- Urbana Card (€2 deposit, €1.30 per 90-min ride with transfers)
- Regional Travel
- Nomago buses or Slovenian Railways (SŽ) to Lake Bled/Postojna
Health and Wellness
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Nataraja Studio (Resljeva cesta), Yoga Yama (Celovška cesta)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- 4P Fitness (Stegne), Clever Fit (BTC), Gym24 (€40-€55/month)
- Laundry Services
- Pralnica Speed Queen (Slovenska cesta 28)
- Best Hospital
- UKC Ljubljana (Zaloška cesta 2)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Wolt and Glovo
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Kranjska klobasa (Sausage) or Štruklji (dumplings)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Bazilika Bistro, Gaudi&Naan, Taman Organic
- Best Dessert Spots
- Vigò Ice Cream (Mačkova ulica), Slaščičarna Zvezda
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Eurospin, Hofer (Aldi), Lidl
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Mimovrste.com, Amazon.de (ships to SL)
- Grocery Delivery
- Mercator Online, Spar Online
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Metelkova Mesto (Alternative), Petkovškovo nabrežje (Riverside)
- Local Brewery
- Union Experience, Tektonik Craft Brewery
- Wine Bars
- Vinoteka Movia, Šuklje Wine Bar
- Street Food Stalls
- Odprta Kuhna (Open Kitchen market - Fridays, March to Oct)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Pop's Place (Burgers), Raw Pasta (Italian)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Ljubljana Castle, Triple Bridge (Tromostovje), Dragon Bridge
- Museums & Art Venues
- National Gallery of Slovenia, MG+MSUM (Modern Art)
- Historical Sites
- Roman City Walls (Mirje), Emona ruins
- Religious Sites
- Ljubljana Cathedral (St. Nicholas), Franciscan Church (Pink Church)
- Annual Events
- Ljubljana Festival (Summer), LIFFE (Film Festival, Nov)
- Cultural Districts
- Metelkova Mesto, Rog Centre (Creative Hub)
- Local Markets
- Ljubljana Central Market (Pogačarjev trg)
- Music Scene
- Kino Šiška (Indie/Alternative), Cvetličarna
- Street Art
- Metelkova District, AKC Pozabljeni
- Cooking Classes
- Cook Eat Slovenia (Igriška ulica)
- Art Galleries
- DobraVaga, Galerija Fotografija
- Historic Buildings
- Nebotičnik (Skyscraper), Town Hall (Magistrat)
- Local Heritage
- The works of architect Jože Plečnik (UNESCO site)
- Theater Venues
- SNG Drama Ljubljana, Mladinsko Theatre
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Šmarna Gora (Hiking hill), Tivoli Park
- National Parks Nearby
- Triglav National Park (1 hour drive away)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- PST (Path of Remembrance and Comradeship) - 33km loop
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Nebotičnik Terrace, Castle Hill Lookout
- Birdwatching Locations
- Ljubljana Marshes (Ljubljansko barje)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Rožnik Hill (designated bonfire for May Day)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Pošta Slovenije, DPD, GLS
- Tech Repair Services
- EPL (Apple authorized), i-Doktor
- Table Tennis Spots
- Ludus Park (Črnuče)
- Language Classes
- Center for Slovene as a Second Language (University of Ljubljana)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- NUK (National and University Library - Plečnik building)
- Community Centers
- Rog Centre, DIC (Dijaski dom)
- Gaming Lounges
- Game Gang (various pop-ups), Friendly Fire Esports
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino Rio (BTC), Grand Casino Ljubljana
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €5,500 per m² (e.g., 30 m² = €165,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €4,200 per m² (e.g., 30 m² = €126,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €5,000 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €250,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €3,800 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €190,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €4,800 per m² (e.g., 75 m² = €360,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €3,500 per m² (e.g., 75 m² = €262,500)
- Corporate Tax
- 19% (increasing to 22% planned for some sectors)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 25% (Standard rate)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for tax residents
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 50% (on income over ~€74,000)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, EU-aligned ATAD rules apply
- Property Tax
- N/A for individuals (charge on use of building land applies)
- Property Transaction Tax
- 2% Real Estate Sales Tax (DPN)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Special 'Normiranec' status (lump-sum tax) for freelancers (approx. 4-12% effective tax rate up to €50k-€100k revenue)
- VAT
- 22% Standard, 9.5% Reduced (Food/Drugs)