Žale, Ljubljana

Name: Žale
Address: Med hmeljniki 2, Ljubljana, 1000, Slovenia
Telephone: +386 1 420 17 00

#50 among attractions in Ljubljana

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Žale Central Cemetery, often simply Žale, is the largest and the central cemetery in Ljubljana and Slovenia. It is located in the Bežigrad District and operated by the Žale Public Company. ()

Local name: Centralno pokopališče Žale Established: 1906 (118 years ago)Coordinates: 46°4'17"N, 14°31'56"E

Address

Med hmeljniki 2Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia

Contact

+386 1 420 17 00

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Žale – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: BTC City, Stadion Stožice, Navje, Water City of Atlantis.

0.7 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Flea market
BTC City, Ljubljana
19 min walk • BTC City is a sprawling shopping complex located in Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana, that stands as a testament to modern consumer culture and architectural development. As one of the largest shopping, business, and entertainment areas in Europe, BTC City offers a unique...
0.7 miNW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport, Sport venue
Stadion Stožice, Ljubljana
19 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Ljubljana, Stadion Stožice stands as a modern architectural marvel and a centerpiece for sports and entertainment in Slovenia. This multifunctional arena, inaugurated in August 2010, has quickly become a hotspot for both local...
1.2 miSW
Cemetery
Navje, Ljubljana
32 min walk • Tucked away in the heart of Ljubljana, Slovenia, Navje Memorial Park tells a story of reverence and remembrance. This serene resting place, originally part of the larger Žale cemetery, is a testament to the country’s cultural and historical legacy.
1 miSE
46°3'47"N • 14°32'57"E
Water City of Atlantis, Ljubljana
26 min walk • Water park, Amusement, Swimming
1 miS
Baroque architecture, Forts and castles, Vernacular architecture
Selo Mansion, Ljubljana
27 min walk • Selo Mansion is a mansion at Zalog Street west of the intersection with Kajuh Street in the former village of Selo in the Moste District of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. It is a Late Baroque mansion, currently owned by the company GIVO Real.
1.3 miSW
46°3'21"N • 14°31'2"E
Muzej sodobne umetnosti Metelkova, Ljubljana
33 min walk • Museum
1.3 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Slovensko mladinsko gledališče, Ljubljana
34 min walk • The Slovenian Youth Theatre or Mladinsko Theatre was founded in Ljubljana in 1955 as the first professional theater for children and youth in Slovenia.
0.7 miNW
City, Park
Nove Stožice, Ljubljana
19 min walk • Nove Stožice, also known as the Bežigrad Neighbourhood Number 3, is a living settlement in the Bežigrad District of Ljubljana, Slovenia. Nove Stožice is located at the end of Vojko Street, where is a turn-around point for the Ljubljana Passenger Transport bus number 20. On the left side, there is a settlement along the city highway.
1.1 miW
City, Neighbourhood
Bežigrad District, Ljubljana
28 min walk • The Bežigrad District, or simply Bežigrad, is a district of the City Municipality of Ljubljana. It encompasses the northern part of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, between the southern rail line to the south, the Upper Carniola rail line to the west, the highway loop to the north, and Šmartno Street and Žale Cemetery to the east.
1.4 miSW
46°3'18"N • 14°30'58"E
Slovenski Etnografski Muzej, Ljubljana
35 min walk • Museum
0.7 miE
46°4'6"N • 14°32'46"E
Citypark, Ljubljana
18 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Restaurant

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Žale?

Nearby attractions include Moste District, Ljubljana (6 min walk), SiTi Teater BTC, Ljubljana (13 min walk), Crystal Palace, Ljubljana (14 min walk), Knjižnica REČI, Ljubljana (17 min walk).

How to get to Žale by public transport?

The nearest stations to Žale:

Bus

203231 ~ Na Žalah • Lines: 19B, 19I (4 min walk)
203072 ~ Nove Žale • Lines: 19B, 19I (6 min walk)

Train

Ljubljana Vodmat (27 min walk)
Ljubljana (36 min walk)