Cities

Visit Radovljica

Close to the well-known town of Bled you’ll find Radovljica. A historic town set on a hillside with a stunning view. What is there to do in Radovljica? Why is a visit to the historic centre worth it? Our tips for your visit to Radovljica.

Historic and idyllic town

The centre of Radovljica isn’t large. But it is something special. The street and square that make up most of the old centre are gorgeous. The authentic old buildings, a stately building that houses several museums and a music society, and of course pavement cafés where you can enjoy the sunshine in summer and even in autumn. That’s the historic centre. No chain stores. Just local shops with, among other things, designer ceramics and delicious chocolate. You’ll find it in the small centre.

View from Radovljica

If you walk down a side street from the centre you’ll suddenly be greeted by an amazing view. You look out across the valley where Bled can be found, among other places. And you look towards Triglav National Park, where the peak of Triglav rises high above the rest. No touristy cafés here, but from public benches you can enjoy this splendid view.

Youthful Radovljica

Radovljica isn’t a sleepy place. Thanks to the secondary (tourism) school, this town attracts many young people from the region. You really notice this, especially outside the school holidays. So Radovljica isn’t just for tourists. You’ll also find very affordable places for a drink or a burger, such as at Lacni Franz.

Čokolada

Pronounced “Choh-koh-lah-dah”. The Slovenian word for chocolate. Each April, you’ll find the Chocolate Festival in Radovljica. A must-taste for chocolate lovers. But you can also tickle your taste buds at any other time of year. The tastiest bonbons are made in the village. In the shop with an open ‘chocolate studio’ you’ll discover incredible chocolates. They aren’t cheap, but are a true taste sensation. In our opinion, well worth the ‘investment’.

Museums

Want to see more than just the old buildings and the view? Pay a visit to a muzej. You’ll find various museums in Radovljica. Is there something among them that takes your fancy?

Museum of Beekeeping
Dive into the unique universe of the Carniolan honey bee at the Museum of Beekeeping. Discover Slovenian beekeeping and honey.

Pharmacy and Alchemy Museum
This new museum introduces you to the mystical world of apothecaries and alchemists.

Elan Alpine Ski Museum
At the Elan Alpine Ski Museum you’ll not only discover the evolution of skiing. You’ll also get stuck in with interactive exhibits.

Kropa Ironworking Museum
Step into the vibrant world of ironworking and see how historical models are brought to life, just for you.

Lectar Workshop and Museum, Radovljica
Sweet tooths, take note! Here it smells of delicious honey cake. A local speciality that’s baked here with passion every day.

Avsenik Folk Music Museum
Lose yourself in the rhythm of Slovenia’s most popular folk music and move along to the hits of the Avsenik Ensemble.

Šivec House
A paradise for art lovers. It’s not just the exhibitions, but also the architecture of Šivec House that are the real stars here.

Magušar’s House and Manufaktura
Dive into the rich tradition of Slovenian ceramics and discover both old and new pottery techniques.

The Municipal Museum, Radovljica
Discover why the 18th century was the era when Slovenian theatre and nationalism blossomed.

Mošnje Ethnological Museum
A nostalgic journey through Mošnje, where old objects tell the vibrant story of the village.

Vigenjc Nail Forge
Be enchanted by the only remaining forge for hand-forged nails in Slovenia.

Museum of Hostages
A sombre piece of history from the Second World War is preserved here in the former cells of Gestapo prisoners.

The Koster Museum House
In this two-hundred-year-old house you’ll find an untouched black kitchen and hear about the famous villagers of Kamna Gorica.

Brezje Nativity Museum
Experience the magic of nativity scenes from all over the world, with more than 500 unique displays.

Fovšaritnica Museum House in Kropa
A well-preserved ironworker’s house in Kropa, only open by appointment.

Parking in Radovljica

There’s a fair amount of public, free parking in Radovljica. Diagonally opposite the bus station you’ll find two car parks where you can park for free for up to 3 hours with a parking disc. From the car park, you’ll walk through a beautiful little park that leads you towards the centre. Just a few minutes’ walk away, there are also big supermarkets with plenty of parking spaces. So you really don’t need to walk far to find a parking spot here.