Skocjan Caves
About This Museum
Out here on the Karst plateau, the land itself holds its breath, hiding one of Slovenia's most profound secrets beneath a seemingly ordinary landscape. The Škocjan Caves aren't just holes in the ground; they're a colossal underground canyon, carved by the powerful Reka River, which suddenly vanishes underground only to roar through these silent halls. Walking its paths, you'll feel a true sense of awe under caverns so vast they could swallow cathedrals, with stalactites dripping from ceilings high above. It’s a humbling reminder of the raw, untamable power of nature that has been sculpting this underworld for millennia.
Collection Highlights
The sheer scale of the Martel Chamber will stop you in your tracks, while crossing the Cerkvenik Bridge over the roaring river gorge is a moment you won't forget. Keep an eye out for the delicate, ribbon-like stalactites and the silent fossils embedded in the stone, telling tales of a ancient sea that once covered this land.
Visitor Information
Tours run regularly but dress warmly—it's a constant 12°C (54°F) down there year-round. Good walking shoes are an absolute must for the paths and steps. It's best to book your tickets ahead online during the summer months to secure your spot.
Architecture & Building
The entrance is modest and blends into the hillside, giving little hint of the monumental natural architecture that lies within—this is nature's own cathedral, not man's.
Contact & Location
Address: Sprejemni center parka Škocjanske jame, 12, Matavun, Divača, Upravna enota Sežana, 6215, Slovenija
Phone: +386 5 708 21 10
Website: Visit Website
