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Traveling to Ljubljana
By air: Ljubljana is served by Ljubljana Joše Pucnik Airport which is on the outskirts of the city.
Ljubljana Joše Pucnik Airport
Zgornji Brnik 130 a, Brnik
Ljubljana
Slovenia
Website: www.lju-airport.si
Telephone: +386 (0)4 206 10 00
The national airline is Adria which flies from many European cities.
The below airlines also fly to Ljubljana:
Click here to view flight schedules to and from Ljubljana Joše Pucnik Airport.
By train: There are regular train connections to countries around Europe including, among others, the following:
- Germany (via Munich)
- Switzerland (via Zurich)
- Austria (via Salzburg, Villach and Graz)
- Croatia (via Zagreb and Rijeka)
- Hugary (via Budapest)
- Czech Republic (via Prague)
- Italy (via Trieste and Venice)
- Greece, Macedonia and Serbia (via Salonica, Skopje and Belgrade)
Click here to visit the Ljubljana train station website.
Click here to view international train timetables.
Traveling from the airport to central Ljubljana.
Traveling from the airport to central Ljubljana takes approximately 20 minutes (depending on traffic).
A shuttle bus runs from the airport to various hotels and costs 8 Euros (correct in February 2009).
The Conference Venue.
The conference is taking place at the Cankarjev Dom Kultunri in Kongresni Center, Ljubljana’s cultural and congress centre which is located in central Ljubljana.
Cankarjev dom kultunri in kongresni center
Prešernova cesta 10
Sl-1000
Ljubljana
Slovenia
Website: www.cd-cc.si
Telephone: +386 (0)1 24 17 122
Accommodation in Ljubljana
Please find below details of a number of hotels in Ljubljana close to the conference venue (up to 15 minutes walking distance from the Cankarjev Dom Kultunri in Kongresni Center):
Accommodation can be booked at these hotels either on-line or by e-mail using the information provided above. Many of the hotels have price promotions and special offers and so set rates are not quoted for accommodation. Delegates are encouraged to book as soon as possible to ensure availability and the best prices
Delegates with queries regarding accommodation in Ljubljana are invited to contact the EAAT Secretariat by clicking here.
Getting around in Ljubljana
The centre of Ljubljana is relatively small and can easily be covered by foot. Maps of town will be provided in delegate bags and can also be obtained from the Concierge Desks at local hotels.
The Visit Ljubljana website has an interactive map.
Tourist Attractions
Ljubljana has many attractions for visitors including the following:
- Ljubljana Castle
- Museums including the National Museum, the Museum of Modern Art and the City Museum of Ljubljana
- Ljubljana river and its bridges
Information about these attractions can be found on the Visit Ljubljana website.
The Ljubljana Card gives free or discounted entry to museums and galleries and events for three days. The card costs 12.52 Euros (correct in February 2009) and also offers free travel on city buses and discounts on taxi fares. Click here to find out more about the Ljubljana Card.
Exploring Further Afield
Delegates wishing to extend their stay in Slovenia may like to consider visiting the surrounding area.
Postojna (53km from Ljubljana) is famous for its underground caves and castle.
Bled (54km from Ljubljana) is a popular tourist destination which includes a glacial lake and 11th century castle.
Ljubljana is also a short distance from Krvavec, one of the most popular Slovenian ski resorts.
Ljubljana Tourist Information
Further information about Ljubljana can be found on the Visit Ljubljana website: www.visitljubljana.si. The website contains information about local attractions, the Ljubljana card and tours and excursions.
Questions?
If you have any questions regarding the above information please do not hesitate to contact the EAAT Secretariat and we will be happy to help with your enquiry: info@eaat.org
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