Ljubljana: Small Group Food & Wine Walking Tour in Old Town

Summary

Walk Ljubljana’s lively streets tasting local food and wines with stories from your guide

You’ll wander Ljubljana’s old town with a local guide, sampling traditional Slovenian dishes and five regional wines along lively streets. Expect laughter over tricky pronunciations, stories behind every bite, and a mix of culture with every step. Taste pumpkin seed oil, meet new friends in a small group setting—and maybe find yourself thinking about those flavors long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

“You have to try this one,” our guide Jana said, handing me something that looked like a dumpling but tasted—well, I still don’t know how to describe it. Sweet-sour, soft, almost nutty? We’d barely made it past the Triple Bridge and already I was full of questions (and snacks). The city felt alive in that late morning light—kids running over the cobbles, someone playing accordion near the river. I could smell grilled sausage drifting from somewhere ahead. Honestly, I was worried I wouldn’t keep up with all the flavors.

We were a small group—just enough people that you could hear everyone’s reactions when we tried the Slovenian wine (crisp and a little grassy) or dipped bread into pumpkin seed oil. Jana told us about her grandmother making štruklji every Sunday—she even showed us a photo on her phone, which made me laugh because my own grandma would’ve done the same thing. At one point I tried to pronounce “žganci” and totally butchered it; Jana just grinned and said, “Close enough for today.”

I liked that we didn’t just eat—we wandered through side streets where you could see old painted shop signs and hear church bells echoing off the stone walls. There was this moment by the market when everything smelled like fresh herbs and rain on pavement (it had drizzled earlier). Someone in our group asked about Slovenian history and suddenly we were talking about architecture and poets instead of cheese. It all blended together—the food, the stories, the city sounds—so yeah, I still think about that afternoon sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Ljubljana food and culture walking tour

• Meet guide in Ljubljana
• Walk through Old Town landmarks
• Visit Triple Bridge
• Taste five traditional Slovenian dishes
• Sample five Slovenian wines
• Learn about local architecture and art
• Discover Slovenian cultural history

Top questions

How many people are in each Ljubljana food tour group?

The small group size is capped at 15 people for a more personal experience.

Is there wine included on this Ljubljana culinary tour?

Yes, you’ll sample up to five different Slovenian wines during the tour.

Does the tour include stops at famous landmarks?

Yes, you’ll visit important landmarks in Ljubljana’s Old Town such as Triple Bridge.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated?

You should inform the organizers of any dietary restrictions or allergies at least one day before departure.

Is oil tasting part of this Ljubljana food tour?

Yes, there is an oil tasting included along with other food samples.

Is this walking tour suitable for children or strollers?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller during the tour.

Will there be information about Ljubljana’s history?

Your guide will share stories about Ljubljana’s architectural and cultural history between tastings.

What happens if not enough people book the tour?

If minimum numbers aren’t met (at least two), you’ll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

What’s included

Your half-day includes guided walking through Ljubljana’s old town with stops for up to five traditional Slovenian dishes plus five regional wines to taste. You’ll also try local oils and hear stories from your English-speaking guide as you explore key landmarks like Triple Bridge—all in a small group setting for plenty of conversation along the way.