Ljubljana

2 to 3 days are enough for the highlights: the old town, the castle, the Ljubljanica riverbanks, the central market and Tivoli Park. Add an extra day for Metelkova and the museums.

The city center is entirely pedestrian. For longer distances, use the LPP bus network (€1.30 per ride with an Urbana card) or the BicikeLJ bike-sharing system (free for the first hour). Taxis are rarely needed.

May to September for outdoor terraces and open-air markets. December is magical with the Christmas market. Winter (January-February) is quiet but cold (-2 to 5°C). Avoid November, often grey and rainy.

Less than Paris or Vienna. Expect €10-15 for a restaurant meal, €2-3 for coffee, €50-100 for a decent hotel. The value for money is excellent, especially in traditional gostilnas.