Vodnik Monument, Ljubljana

Name: Vodnik Monument
Address: Ljubljana, Slovenia

#36 among attractions in Ljubljana

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The Vodnik Monument or Valentin Vodnik Monument, is dedicated to the Carniolan priest, poet and journalist Valentin Vodnik. It stands at Vodnik Square in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, in the immediate vicinity of the Ljubljana Central Market. ()

Local name: Vodnikov spomenik Coordinates: 46°3'3"N, 14°30'34"E

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Vodnik Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ljubljana Castle, Ljubljana Cathedral, Triple Bridge, Dragon Bridge.

~730 ftS
Medieval fortress with a funicular train
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~350 ftW
Cathedral with baroque architecture
Ljubljana Cathedral, Ljubljana
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~840 ftW
Art Nouveau architecture, Jože Plečnik, Bridge
Triple Bridge, Ljubljana
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~490 ftNE
Bridge featuring famous dragon statues
Dragon Bridge, Ljubljana
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~330 ftN
Shopping, Jože Plečnik, Flea market
Ljubljana Central Market, Ljubljana
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~950 ftNW
Franciscan church with a pink facade
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~680 ftSW
Grand historic fountain with an obelisk
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~1200 ftW
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Congress Square, Ljubljana
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~710 ftW
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~730 ftSW
Baroque architecture, City hall
Ljubljana Town Hall, Ljubljana
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~840 ftW
Art Nouveau architecture, Square
Prešeren Square, Ljubljana
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vodnik Monument?

Nearby attractions include Vodnik Square, Ljubljana (1 min walk), Mahrova hiša, Ljubljana (2 min walk), Puppet Theatre, Ljubljana (2 min walk), Ljubljana Central Market, Ljubljana (2 min walk).

How to get to Vodnik Monument by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vodnik Monument:

Bus

501032 ~ Lutkovno gledališče • Lines: 2 (2 min walk)
501031 ~ Lutkovno gledališče • Lines: 2 (2 min walk)

Train

Ljubljana (14 min walk)
Ljubljana Tivoli (19 min walk)