Juilian Alps

The crowning mountain range of Slovenia, the Julian Alps offer scenic views, mountain culture, hikes, WWI sites, and alpine villages. In the center is Mount Triglav, Slovenia's national symbol and tallest peak. You'll spend the day driving the 50 hairpin turns of the Vrsic Pass and back along the Soca River Valley. The whole drive takes about 4 hours, but to enjoy it well it will take the entire day.

Vintgar Gorge

A beautiful walk extremely close to Lake Bled (2.5 miles away), it's a nice stop on the way to the Julian Alps and a way to stretch your legs before the drive. The walk is along the river Radovna gorge. You walk along boardwalks, which can be slippery, and cross bridges over spectacular waterfalls.

Tito’s Vila Bled

Now a hotel and restaurant, prior to WWII this villa situated on Lake Bled was the summer residence of the Yugoslavian royal family. Upstairs of the lobby you can find Tito's Socialist Realist wall mu…

Bled Castle

Sitting on a cliff overhanging lake Bled, this castle dates from the year 1004, making it the oldest castle in Slovenia. The castle terraces offer amazing panoramic views of the lake, the countryside, and the mountain ranges of the Karavanke and Julian Alps.

Guesthouse Kolinska

This was a fantastically located hotel in Lake Bled, easy walking distance to all restaurants and downtown.

Bled Island

Visit the most recognizable part of Lake Bled, Bled Island in the middle of the Lake.