BTC City

BTC City, once a site of public warehouses on the eastern edge of Ljubljana, is one of the largest shopping complexes in Europe. In addition to numerous shops featuring Slovene and international brands, BTC City's offerings include many restaurants, a hotel, a water park, a play and party centre, a multiplex cinema, and more. BTC City is easily accessible both from the city centre and via the Ring Road, which runs right alongside the shopping complex.

• Web:

  www.btc-city.com/en/ljubljana

• Address:

  Šmartinska cesta 152, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 585 22 22

Galerija Emporium

Galerija Emporium is a luxurious fashion department store in the city centre at Prešeren Square. It is housed in a beautifully renovated Secession palace, once the site of Ljubljana's first department store. Galerija Emporium sells clothing, footwear, and accessories from the most globally recognised fashion brands, and its offerings also include items by Slovene designers.

• Web:

  www.galerijaemporium.si/en

• Address:

  Prešernov trg 5a, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 41 377 500

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 10am–9pm, Sat 10am–8pm, Sun closed

Idrija Lace Gallery

Idrija lace is one of Slovenia's oldest crafts with a proud tradition. The famous Idrija Lace School has been operating since 1876. Galerija idrijske čipke sells original lace products, crafted by the renowned Slovene designer Irma Vončina.

• Web:

  www.visitljubljana.com/en/poi/galerija-idrijske-cipke-idrian-lace-sales-gallery

• Address:

  Galerija idrijske čipke, Mestni trg 17, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 425 00 51

Kraševka

Kraševka sells food products from the Karst, a unique region known for its natural and cultural landmarks, and especially famous for its delicacies. On offer are the famous Karst prosciutto, wines, spirits, sheep and goat cheese, and much more.

• Web:

  www.krasevka.si

• Address:

  Domača trgovina Kraševka, Vodnikov trg 4, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 232 1445

Laura Etno Galerija

The 'etno-gallery' Laura offers a wide range of traditional and contemporary arts and crafts. Unique handiworks in ceramic, glass, porcelain, stone, and wood from renowned Slovenian artists and designers are on display. Apart from selling in-house-made traditional Idrija bobbin lace and crochet products, they can also be made to order.

• Address:

  Ciril-Metodov trg 20, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 433 83 70

Ljubljana Central Market

Ljubljana Central Market is a colourful and lively place, always buzzing with activity. At the market, visitors are able to purchase local products and foods, famous throughout Slovenia. Simultaneously, the market is also one of the principal architectural landmarks. The mighty colonnades designed by Jože Plečnik rise above the hustle and bustle of the market, while their façades overlook the banks of the Ljubljanica.

• Web:

  www.visitljubljana.com/en/poi/central-market

• Address:

  Osrednja ljubljanska tržnica, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 42 594 37

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 6am–6pm (until 4pm in winter), Sat 6am–4pm