The stunning Predjama castle is built within a cave mouth, creating absolutely breathtaking scenery.
Just an hour away from Ljubljana is the beautifully preserved Predjama Castle, a castle built inside the mouth of a cave over 800 years ago. Constructed during the Renaissance period, the Predjama Castle is an attraction that is sure to impress!
There are plenty of things to keep you busy at this castle! Ranging from a museum with well-preserved artefacts to a train ride through the cave that shares myths about dragons, there are family-friendly options that are sure to entertain. There are even multiple restaurants on site for if you get hungry!
One of the most unique things about the Predjama Castle is you can stay overnight. Just a few hundred meters away from the castle is Hotel Jama, which used to be a hotel used for the Yugoslavian secret service, and now has its own museum inside. Hotel Jama is a great option for those who think that one day isn’t enough time for them to truly immerse themselves in what Predjama Castle has to offer and also entertain with its distinctive history.
Tips and Tricks
- Tickets purchased come with an audio guide in multiple languages. Don’t skip out on this to make the most of your visit, as the castle itself does not offer tours, but the cave does. These audio guides will be the most efficient way for you to get your information regarding the castle!
Getting there The Prejdama castle is 2 kilometres from Postojna, and easily accessible by public transportation or taxi from Postojna. Postojna is a 50-minute train from Ljubljana.
- November-March 10:00-16:00 Daily
- April-June, October 10:00-17:00 Daily
- July - September , 9:00-19:00 Daily
Open year round
€16.90