{"id":585778,"date":"2023-08-05T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-05T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/"},"modified":"2023-08-05T11:00:00","modified_gmt":"2023-08-05T08:00:00","slug":"is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/","title":{"rendered":"#Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a285fa7316aa\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" 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ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/#Postojna_Caves_%E2%80%93_general_information\" >Postojna Caves \u2013 general information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/#How_much_does_the_Postojna_Cave_tour_cost\" >How much does the Postojna Cave tour cost?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/#About_the_Postojna_Cave_tickets\" >About the Postojna Cave tickets<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/#Our_experience_visiting_the_Postojna_Cave\" >Our experience visiting the Postojna Cave<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/#About_the_Postojna_Cave_%E2%80%93_Fun_facts\" >About the Postojna Cave \u2013 Fun facts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/#When_is_the_best_time_to_visit_the_Postojna_Cave\" >When is the best time to visit the Postojna Cave?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/#Is_it_cold_inside_the_Postojna_Cave\" >Is it cold inside the Postojna Cave?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/#Who_can_go_to_the_Postojna_Caves\" >Who can go to the Postojna Caves?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/#What_to_bring_to_the_caves\" >What to bring to the caves?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/#How_to_get_to_Postojna_caves\" >How to get to Postojna caves?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/is-it-worth-visiting-postojna-caves-in-slovenia\/#Where_to_stay_when_visiting_the_Postojna_Caves\" >Where to stay when visiting the Postojna Caves?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p>The Postojna Caves are unlike any other. Located near Postojna in southwestern Slovenia, the caves are the most visited in Europe and a rather unique experience as you need to take a train to visit them. Below, we will explain this thoroughly. <\/p>\n<p>With a total size of 24,120\u00a0m (79,130\u00a0ft), the Postojna Caves are the second-longest in Slovenia (the largest are the Migovec system caves). Like most caves in Slovenia, they are Karst caves and were created by the Pivka River.<\/p>\n<p>The Postojna Caves are one of the most famous landmarks in Slovenia, but they are also one of the most expensive ones. So, is it worth visiting the Postojna Caves? Is it for everyone? Let\u2019s explore this and much more.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Planning a trip to Slovenia? Look at our 50 things you need to know before <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/trip-and-travel\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"10\" title=\"Trip &amp; Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">travel<\/a>ing to Slovenia!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Postojna_Caves_%E2%80%93_general_information\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Postojna_Caves_-_general_information\"><\/span>Postojna Caves \u2013 general information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8c267870\">\n<div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-10a30a25\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-31a31f1a\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-31a31f1a\">\n<div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Name:<\/strong> Postojna Caves<\/li>\n<li><strong>Train Distance:<\/strong> 7 km<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hiking Distance<\/strong> \u2013 About 1.5 km<\/li>\n<li><strong>The time necessary<\/strong> \u2013 About 2 hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Difficulty<\/strong> \u2013 easy<\/li>\n<li><strong>Signs (1-5)<\/strong> \u2013 There\u2019s only one way;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Highlights: <\/strong>The train ride, the rock formations, and the olms<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cost:<\/strong>  28.5 Euros (low season), 29.5 Euros (high season)<\/li>\n<li>Check the<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.postojnska-jama.eu\/en\/postojna-cave\/\"> flyer in English<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-01f3704c\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-01f3704c\">\n<div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia\" class=\"wp-image-34020\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-Slovenia.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-Slovenia-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-Slovenia-113x150.jpg 113w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 1 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia\" class=\"wp-image-34020\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-Slovenia.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-Slovenia-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-Slovenia-113x150.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 1 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stalactites and stalagmites inside Postojna Caves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_the_Postojna_Cave_tour_cost\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_the_Postojna_Cave_tour_cost\"><\/span>How much does the Postojna Cave tour cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Postojna Caves tour is a bit expensive. The low season price is 28.5 Euros, while in the high season, it costs 29.5 Euros per person. If you are driving, you must pay for parking (as always in Slovenia).<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, this ticket only allows you to visit the cave \u2013 if you want to visit the Vivarium and the expo cave karts, you need to buy the 100% Cave Experience, which costs about 40 Euros per person. So, this is not cheap!<\/p>\n<p>At first, we were so surprised by the price that we thought maybe it wasn\u2019t worth visiting. I mean we have been to many impressive caves, including the ATM Caves in Belize, the Kong Lor Caves in Laos, and the Benagil Caves in Portugal.<\/p>\n<p>However, we ended up going, and we enjoyed it very much. It was one of our favorite experiences in Slovenia. One that combines a sense of adventure with exploring a remarkable place.<\/p>\n<p>We should note that a combined ticket for Postojna Cave + Predjama Castle allows you to save 6.5 Euros per person. It is a small save, but we believe it\u2019s worth it because the castle is also pretty cool to visit.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"How much does the Postojna Cave tour cost?\" class=\"wp-image-33456\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-Cave-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-Cave-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-Cave-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-Cave-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 2 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-Cave-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-Cave-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"How much does the Postojna Cave tour cost?\" class=\"wp-image-33456\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-Cave-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-Cave-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-Cave-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-Cave-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 2 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Inside Postojna Caves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Postojna_Cave_tickets\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Postojna_Cave_tickets\"><\/span>About the Postojna Cave tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You should note that when buying the Postojna cave tickets, you have to choose a time slot. It is not a ticket for the day or a <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/general\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"3\" title=\"General\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">general<\/a> ticket. It has a time, and you have to enter at that time.<\/p>\n<p>This makes perfect sense, as you are taking a train, so you need to take the specific train into the caves. Also, you need to be by the entrance about 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the tour.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"704\" alt=\"About the Postojna Cave tickets\" class=\"wp-image-34006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/trail-inside-the-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/trail-inside-the-postojna-cave-Slovenia-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/trail-inside-the-postojna-cave-Slovenia-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/trail-inside-the-postojna-cave-Slovenia-768x528.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 3 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/trail-inside-the-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"704\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/trail-inside-the-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"About the Postojna Cave tickets\" class=\"wp-image-34006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/trail-inside-the-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/trail-inside-the-postojna-cave-Slovenia-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/trail-inside-the-postojna-cave-Slovenia-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/trail-inside-the-postojna-cave-Slovenia-768x528.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 3 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_experience_visiting_the_Postojna_Cave\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_experience_visiting_the_Postojna_Cave\"><\/span>Our experience visiting the Postojna Cave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As mentioned, we must be at the entrance about 15 minutes before the ticket time slot. At the entrance, the visitors are organized by language. You can choose the preferred language for your tour.<\/p>\n<p>When we visited, there were four languages (Slovenian, English, German, and Italian). Each group enters separately from the other, and each has one tour guide that will explain the tour in that language. <\/p>\n<p>This tour consists of three parts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A 3.5 km train ride through the caves;<\/li>\n<li>1.5 km of walking inside the caves;<\/li>\n<li>Another 3.5 km of train back to the entrance;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Right at the caves\u2019 entrance, find a small train with open carriages that take two people at a time. We need to climb and enjoy the ride. The 3,5 km takes about 10 minutes, but it is really wonderful. It feels like you are in an 80s adventure film or a very immersive video <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/game\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"7\" title=\"Game\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">game<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The ride is slow, not dangerous at all, but it is fun. During this time, we see many large chambers, tunnels, and rock formations. The underground network of karst corridors, galleries, and halls is staggering. Plus, they are all filled with stalactites and stalagmites.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"inside the postjna caves Slovenia Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia?\" class=\"wp-image-34011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/inside-the-postjna-caves-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/inside-the-postjna-caves-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/inside-the-postjna-caves-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/inside-the-postjna-caves-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 4 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/inside-the-postjna-caves-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/inside-the-postjna-caves-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"inside the postjna caves Slovenia Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia?\" class=\"wp-image-34011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/inside-the-postjna-caves-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/inside-the-postjna-caves-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/inside-the-postjna-caves-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/inside-the-postjna-caves-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 4 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Walking inside Postojna caves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>After these 10-12 minutes of this soft adventure, we need to descend from the train and start walking. This is a guided tour, so the guide will stop a few times to tell interesting facts about the caves and the rock formations we see. <\/p>\n<p>You will learn about the most important karst features, including stalagmites, stalactites, columns, and formations called curtains or draperies that look like folded curtains. The largest and most impressive features are a 16-meter-high stalagmite known as the Skyscraper and a magnificent five-meter-tall bright-white stalagmite called the Brilliant.<\/p>\n<p>The hike is a bit hilly, with several ups and downs, but it isn\u2019t difficult. Anyone can do it. Plus, the ground is paved, making it even easier. During the hike, we must cross a large bridge and get close to the rock formations.<\/p>\n<p>At the end of the cave hike, we reach an expansive hall where you will find a post office. The first post office in the world to be located inside a cave. It is more of a curiosity than anything else, but you can also send a postcard to someone at home (or even yourself as a souvenir).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" alt=\"visiting the Postojna Cave\" class=\"wp-image-34008\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Post-office-in-postjna-cave-in-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Post-office-in-postjna-cave-in-Slovenia-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Post-office-in-postjna-cave-in-Slovenia-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Post-office-in-postjna-cave-in-Slovenia-768x514.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 5 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Post-office-in-postjna-cave-in-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Post-office-in-postjna-cave-in-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"visiting the Postojna Cave\" class=\"wp-image-34008\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Post-office-in-postjna-cave-in-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Post-office-in-postjna-cave-in-Slovenia-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Post-office-in-postjna-cave-in-Slovenia-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Post-office-in-postjna-cave-in-Slovenia-768x514.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 5 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The first post office in the world to be located inside a cave<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>One of the most famous things about the Postojna cave is the olm, also known as the human fish. Its pale <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>earance, adaptability to subterranean life, longevity, and unique biological characteristics make it a captivating species for scientific study and a popular attraction for visitors to the cave.<\/p>\n<p>Despite this, and because it\u2019s so fragile, you cannot freely see the animal in the cave during the tour. The only opportunity is in a large aquarium located at the end of the hike before reaching the hall where the post office is. Do not direct light on it, as it harms the olms. No flashlights, no camera flashes. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"How to visit postojna caves\" class=\"wp-image-34009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/olms-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/olms-postojna-cave-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/olms-postojna-cave-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/olms-postojna-cave-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 6 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/olms-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/olms-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"How to visit postojna caves\" class=\"wp-image-34009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/olms-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/olms-postojna-cave-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/olms-postojna-cave-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/olms-postojna-cave-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 6 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Olms inside a large aquarium located at the end of the hike<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The third part of the tour is taking the train back to the cave entrance. It takes another 10-12 minutes, and it\u2019s very similar to the first part. Most of the train ride is through the same tunnels and galleries. Don\u2019t worry, it\u2019s still lots of fun.<\/p>\n<p>At the end of the train ride, there\u2019s one final highlight as we reach a small underground dam and waterfall. It seems that this cave has always been something to surprise us.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"Hiking postojna caves\" class=\"wp-image-34010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-end-of-postojna-caves-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-end-of-postojna-caves-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-end-of-postojna-caves-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-end-of-postojna-caves-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 7 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-end-of-postojna-caves-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-end-of-postojna-caves-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"Hiking postojna caves\" class=\"wp-image-34010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-end-of-postojna-caves-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-end-of-postojna-caves-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-end-of-postojna-caves-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/the-end-of-postojna-caves-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 7 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Underground dam and waterfall in the Postojna caves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Postojna_Cave_%E2%80%93_Fun_facts\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Postojna_Cave_-_Fun_facts\"><\/span>About the Postojna Cave \u2013 Fun facts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Postojna cave is one of the most impressive landmarks in Slovenia, featuring several records, fun facts, and points of interest.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Postojna Cave is estimated to be around two million years old;<\/li>\n<li>The cave includes some fantastic geological formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, columns, and curtains.<\/li>\n<li>Postojna Cave has been illuminated with electric lighting since 1884, making it one of the first electrified caves in the world.<\/li>\n<li>The cave had electric lighting before the capital, Ljubliana.<\/li>\n<li>Postojna Cave is the only karst cave with a railway.<\/li>\n<li>It was introduced in 1872. It is the only cave railway of its kind and allows visitors to explore deeper into the cave system more comfortably.<\/li>\n<li>The olm is easily the most famous animal in the caves. It is a blind, cave-dwelling amphibian with pale pink or white skin and a slender, elongated body resembling a snake. It lacks pigmentation, giving it a translucent appearance.<\/li>\n<li>They are also known for their remarkable longevity, some reaching over 100 years.<\/li>\n<li>They have a slow metabolism and can be months without food intake.<\/li>\n<li>For all this, the caves receive 1.2 million people yearly, making them the most visited in Europe.<\/li>\n<li>And in our opinion, one of the natural wonders of Europe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"About the Postojna Cave\" class=\"wp-image-34012\" width=\"885\" height=\"663\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/stalagmite-in-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/stalagmite-in-postojna-cave-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/stalagmite-in-postojna-cave-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/stalagmite-in-postojna-cave-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 885px) 100vw, 885px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 8 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/stalagmite-in-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/stalagmite-in-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"About the Postojna Cave\" class=\"wp-image-34012\" width=\"885\" height=\"663\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/stalagmite-in-postojna-cave-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/stalagmite-in-postojna-cave-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/stalagmite-in-postojna-cave-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/stalagmite-in-postojna-cave-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 885px) 100vw, 885px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 8 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stalagmites, stalactites, columns, and formations called curtains inside Postojna caves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_to_visit_the_Postojna_Cave\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_to_visit_the_Postojna_Cave\"><\/span>When is the best time to visit the Postojna Cave?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Postojna cave is open all year, and as it has a controlled environment, it\u2019s fun to visit at any time of the year. In practice, it doesn\u2019t make much difference if it\u2019s winter or summer, if it\u2019s hot or cold outside. Though, it\u2019s much more fun to visit with nice weather, as anything else. <\/p>\n<p>However, as it is an extremely popular natural landmark, during peak season (mostly summer), it will have lots of people, which may make the visit less enjoyable. Plus, if you are planning to visit during peak season, make sure you buy your ticket in advance to reserve your time slot. There are limited entries.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"When is the best time to visit the Postojna Cave\" class=\"wp-image-34013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/paveways-in-postojna-caves-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/paveways-in-postojna-caves-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/paveways-in-postojna-caves-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/paveways-in-postojna-caves-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 9 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/paveways-in-postojna-caves-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/paveways-in-postojna-caves-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"When is the best time to visit the Postojna Cave\" class=\"wp-image-34013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/paveways-in-postojna-caves-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/paveways-in-postojna-caves-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/paveways-in-postojna-caves-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/paveways-in-postojna-caves-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 9 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Trail inside Postojna caves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_cold_inside_the_Postojna_Cave\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_cold_inside_the_Postojna_Cave\"><\/span>Is it cold inside the Postojna Cave?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, a bit. As mentioned, the weather outside the cave doesn\u2019t really make much of a difference, as the temperature inside the cave is around 10 Celsius. This is pretty cold and something to be aware of, particularly when it\u2019s hot outside. <\/p>\n<p>So, whatever the weather is outside the cave, make sure you bring enough clothes to keep you warm. Don\u2019t forget that with the open carriages, it feels even colder. Anyway, a warm jacket and long pants should be more than enough. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"inside the Postojna Cave\" class=\"wp-image-34007\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/riding-postojna-cave-train-in-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/riding-postojna-cave-train-in-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/riding-postojna-cave-train-in-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/riding-postojna-cave-train-in-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 10 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/riding-postojna-cave-train-in-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/riding-postojna-cave-train-in-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"inside the Postojna Cave\" class=\"wp-image-34007\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/riding-postojna-cave-train-in-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/riding-postojna-cave-train-in-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/riding-postojna-cave-train-in-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/riding-postojna-cave-train-in-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 10 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Riding Postojna cave train<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_can_go_to_the_Postojna_Caves\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_can_go_to_the_Postojna_Caves\"><\/span>Who can go to the Postojna Caves?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This tour is available for everyone, even people with reduced mobility and impairments. Children will obviously enjoy it thoroughly, with the train ride and all the other fun attractions. <\/p>\n<p>Postojna Cave is fully adapted to visitors with mobility impairments. During the cave tour, the Postojna Cave staff help get visitors on and off the train and make sure wheelchairs are delivered to the final train stop. <\/p>\n<p>As mentioned, the hike has a climb of about 200 meters in the beginning, but it has a non-slip concrete surface and doesn\u2019t have steps. The elderly and people with reduced mobility may have tough 10 minutes, but it\u2019s short enough for anyone to be able to do it.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"Who can go to the Postojna Caves\" class=\"wp-image-34016\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-cave-in-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-cave-in-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-cave-in-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-cave-in-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 11 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-cave-in-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-cave-in-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"Who can go to the Postojna Caves\" class=\"wp-image-34016\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-cave-in-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-cave-in-Slovenia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-cave-in-Slovenia-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Postojna-cave-in-Slovenia-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 11 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beautiful rock formations in Postojna caves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_bring_to_the_caves\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_bring_to_the_caves\"><\/span>What to bring to the caves?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is an easy and straightforward tour that is available to everyone. As such, it doesn\u2019t really have a long list of things you need to bring. The most important is to remember to bring layers or at least a warm jacket and pants, whatever the weather outside is. <\/p>\n<p>Also, the surface where you\u2019ll walk is non-slippery and made of concrete, so you can hike with any kind of shoes. However, we strongly advise you to use a conformable pair.<\/p>\n<p>The tour takes only one hour and a half, so you don\u2019t really need o bring water and snacks into the caves. But, there\u2019s no harm if you do, except that you have to carry them. <\/p>\n<p>Finally, don\u2019t forget a camera or a smartphone with a good camera. There are plenty of shooting opportunities! As expected, it\u2019s a bit dark, but it\u2019s still possible to take some amazing pictures. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"721\" alt=\"What to bring to the postojna caves\" class=\"wp-image-34015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Entrance-to-postojna-caves-in-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Entrance-to-postojna-caves-in-Slovenia-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Entrance-to-postojna-caves-in-Slovenia-150x106.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Entrance-to-postojna-caves-in-Slovenia-768x541.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 12 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Entrance-to-postojna-caves-in-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"721\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Entrance-to-postojna-caves-in-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"What to bring to the postojna caves\" class=\"wp-image-34015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Entrance-to-postojna-caves-in-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Entrance-to-postojna-caves-in-Slovenia-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Entrance-to-postojna-caves-in-Slovenia-150x106.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Entrance-to-postojna-caves-in-Slovenia-768x541.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 12 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The entrance to Postojna caves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Postojna_caves\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Postojna_caves\"><\/span>How to get to Postojna caves?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Postojna caves are located very close to the town of Postojna, so the area around the caves is well-developed, with hotels, restaurants, and cafes. Thus, if you arrive early, you can have a coffee or a drink on one of the pleasant terraces.<\/p>\n<p>The caves are extremely well-located for a short visit as they are relatively close to many important cities such as Ljubljana (50km), Portoroz\/Piran (70km), Trieste (45 km), Zagreb (90 km), Rijeka (60 km).<\/p>\n<p>The easiest and most flexible way to reach the cave is by car. There are huge parking lots by the caves, but as usual in Slovenia, they are paid. If you don\u2019t have a car, there are also busses and trains to Postojna. <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.postojnska-jama.eu\/en\/information\/how-to-reach-us\/\">Have a look at the complete info here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you are planning to visit the Predjama castle, you can park here and take the shuttle to the castle. It is very handy if you don\u2019t have a car. And even if you do, it only costs one Euro (you need to combo entry-ticket), so you will save in parking by the castle. And you won\u2019t have to drive. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"749\" alt=\"How to get to Postojna caves\" class=\"wp-image-34017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-cave-complex-in-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-cave-complex-in-Slovenia-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-cave-complex-in-Slovenia-150x110.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-cave-complex-in-Slovenia-768x562.jpg 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 13 Postojna Caves\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-cave-complex-in-Slovenia.jpg\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-cave-complex-in-Slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"How to get to Postojna caves\" class=\"wp-image-34017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-cave-complex-in-Slovenia.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-cave-complex-in-Slovenia-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-cave-complex-in-Slovenia-150x110.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Postojna-cave-complex-in-Slovenia-768x562.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" title=\"Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia? 13 Postojna Caves\"><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Parks surrounding the Postojna caves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_when_visiting_the_Postojna_Caves\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_when_visiting_the_Postojna_Caves\"><\/span>Where to stay when visiting the Postojna Caves?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Slovenia is a small country, so you don\u2019t really need to stay close to the caves to visit them. You can stay on the coast in Piran or Ljubljana, and have a day trip to the Postojna Cave and the castle. Or, if you are doing a road trip, you can visit the caves on the way to other destinations. You can even take a day trip from Croatia, Austria, or Italy. <\/p>\n<p>Whatever your plans are, there\u2019s always the possibility of staying close to the caves. There\u2019s even the possibility of staying in the famous <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/si\/jama.en.html?aid=1938801&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/si\/jama.en.html?aid=1938801&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\">Hotel Jama<\/a>, by the caves. It is an excellent hotel and by far the most convenient hotel to stay. <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/si\/jama.en.html?aid=1938801&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/si\/jama.en.html?aid=1938801&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\">Check more reviews and book here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Many other hotels and accommodations are close to the caves, as shown in the map below. <\/p>\n<p><script type=\"rocketlazyloadscript\" data-rocket-type=\"text\/javascript\">\n    (function(d, sc, u) {\n      var s = d.createElement(sc), p = d.getElementsByTagName(sc)[0];\n      s.type=\"text\/javascript\";\n      s.async = true;\n      s.src = u + '?v=' + (+new Date());\n      p.parentNode.insertBefore(s,p);\n      })(document, 'script', '\/\/cf.bstatic.com\/static\/affiliate_base\/js\/flexiproduct.js');\n<\/script><\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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Located near Postojna in southwestern Slovenia, the caves are the most visited in Europe and a rather unique experience as you need to take a train to visit them. Below, we will explain this thoroughly. 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