Ljubljana Food & Wine Tour: 7 Tastings & Slovenian Wines

Summary

Old Town flavors, Slovenian wines, stories and laughter along the Ljubljanica

You’ll walk Ljubljana’s Old Town with a local guide, tasting seven different Slovenian foods and four regional wines along the way. Expect laughter, new friends, stories behind every dish, and time to soak up riverside views. If you want more than just photos — if you want flavors that linger — this is for you.

What’s the experience like?

I still remember how I felt walking through Ljubljana’s Old Town that afternoon — sort of hungry but mostly just curious. There’s something about the way the river bends around those old pastel buildings, you know? Our guide, Petra, started us off with a smile and a quick joke about Slovenians loving their soups (she wasn’t kidding). First stop: a tiny spot where the smell of fresh bread hit me before I even saw what was on the table. I tried to pronounce “žganci” — Li laughed when I butchered it — but honestly, it tasted better than it sounded anyway.

We wandered between stops, weaving past cyclists and families out for ice cream. The food tour in Ljubljana isn’t just about eating; Petra kept slipping in little stories about why Slovenians pickle so much stuff (“long winters,” she shrugged), or how every region has its own wine. At one point we ducked into a courtyard where the air smelled like roasted pumpkin seeds and wood smoke. The wine tasting was next — four kinds, each poured by this older guy who clearly loved talking grapes more than selling them. The white from Primorska was my favorite; it tasted like apples and late summer.

I didn’t expect to end up chatting with people from three different countries over štruklji and a glass of ruby-red Cviček. It wasn’t rushed at all — we lingered outside one restaurant while church bells echoed down the street. By the last tasting (something sweet and nutty I still can’t pronounce), I felt like I’d actually learned something real about Slovenia, not just ticked boxes. And yeah, I still think about that view over the river as dusk crept in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Ljubljana food and wine tasting tour

• Walk in Old Town pedestrian zone
• Visit hidden gems and top restaurants
• Enjoy 7 delicious food tastings
• Taste 4 Slovenian wines
• Learn stories behind local food
• Stop for additional tasting (except Sundays)

Top questions

How many tastings are included in the Ljubljana food & wine tour?

The tour includes 7 different tastings and 4 Slovenian wines or other beverages.

Is there a minimum number of participants for this tour?

Yes, at least two participants are required for the tour to operate.

Are drinks included in the Ljubljana food tour?

Yes, 4 Slovenian wines or other beverages are included with your tastings.

Is this Ljubljana food & wine tour suitable for wheelchair users?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible.

Does the tour include stops at main city attractions?

You’ll walk through pedestrian zones in Old Town near major sights and top restaurants.

How long does the Christmas Market Food Tour last?

The Christmas Market Food Tour lasts 2 hours and runs only in December at 4 pm.

Are public transportation options available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to the meeting point.

What’s included

Your day includes seven delicious tastings across local restaurants in Ljubljana’s Old Town, four Slovenian wines or other beverages poured by locals who love their craft, plus plenty of stories shared by your experienced guide as you stroll between stops together.