National Gallery of Slovenia
The main art museum in Slovenia is the National Gallery of Slovenia (Narodna galerija), which houses the largest collection of works by visual artists from the late medieval era to the twentieth century. It is housed in a Revivalist palace from the late 19th century with contemporary additions constructed in the early 1990s and 2001. More than 600 pieces are available for viewing, ranging from Gothic liturgical artwork to works by Italian Baroque artists and sculptors who won numerous commissions in Ljubljana in the 1700s.
Moreover, works by Rihard Jakopi, Ivan Grohar, and Matija Jama provide insight into the Slovenian Impressionist movement. The Francesco Robba's Fountain of Three Carniolan Rivers, however, stands out as a particular highlight. The most famous fountain in Ljubljana's original sculpture was moved to the contemporary glass expansion for weather protection.
Use the free smartphone app Nexto Guide to navigate through 8 centuries of Slovenian art when you visit the Permanent Collection with an English-language audio tour in National Gallery of Slovenia. Keep an eye out for the changing exhibits and the Zoran Music-themed exhibition spaces, enjoy a break in a cozy café, browse the museum gift shop, and let the green dwarf Gal welcome young guests to his magical abode concealed in the Gallery's oldest section. Draw in the gallery while you take in the original artwork for a unique gallery experience!
Address: Cankarjeva cesta 20 Prešernova 24, Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia
Phone: +386 1 241 54 18
Opening hours: 10:00 - 18:00
Rating: 4.0/5.0, 192 Tripadvisor reviews
Website: https://www.ng-slo.si/si/
