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Roman Thermae (Roman Baths)
Best time to visit
Early in the morning at opening time at 10 a.m., when there are the fewest visitors and the light through the glass roof creates magical shadows on the Roman walls.
Budget tips
The entrance fee is around 5 euros for adults. Students, high school students, and retirees get approximately 50% discount, and entry is free on the first Saturday of each month.
Recommended for
History lovers, Archeology enthusiasts, Families with teenagers, Travelers with limited time
Plan your visit
45-60 minutes
About
Quick facts: Under 14 meters of the modern Varnica Center lie exceptionally well-preserved remains of Roman baths, which once covered 7,000 square meters. They were heated by complex underground furnaces (hypocausts) and could accommodate up to 3,000 visitors daily, who socialized in a pool measuring 27 by 11 meters.
Highlights: When you stand on the glass bridge above the Roman baths, you look directly through 1,800 years into the past: beneath your feet are the floors that Roman citizens once walked on in leather slippers. The baths were only discovered in 1979 during the construction of a cultural center, and today modern city life literally "floats" above this ancient bathing complex.
Insider tips
- The glass bridge over the baths is the best spot for a photo, as it captures the entire floor plan of the bathing complex.
- Do not skip the information board at the entrance: an explanation in Slovenian is available for free.
- The baths are completely enclosed, so visit them in any weather; rainy days are even better for smaller crowds.
- Take your time to view the underground drainage channels, which are surprisingly well preserved.
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