Timeline
15:57
Pick up a hot coffee and find a high stool inside Cafe Antico. The bare wooden floors and vaulted ceiling keep the space cozy while you wait for the light to change.
16:22
University Botanic gardens Ljubljana
Walk 24 minutes SSE to the University Botanic gardens Ljubljana. Arrive just in time to find a quiet bench or path where the western sky opens up.
16:42
University Botanic gardens Ljubljana
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting long shadows across the historic grounds of the oldest Slovene cultural institution.
17:27
Walk 13 minutes to Manna for a late dinner. The friendly service and excellent traditional dishes are a perfect way to warm up after the evening air.
Local tip
Check the weather for clear skies to see the full sunset. Cafe Antico has no listed hours, so arrive early to ensure it is open. Manna is open until 23:00 on weekdays.
Check before you go
- Cafe Antico (1854) does not list opening hours; verify it is open before your visit.
- Manna (1851) is open We-Sa 12:00-23:00 and Su 12:00-17:00.
Worth knowing
- Manna is open at 17:27 only on We, Th, Fr, Sa
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