All shopping centres in Ljubljana, Slovenia: the best offers and promotions

Shopping in Slovenia offers variety, convenience and the opportunity to enjoy the cultural atmosphere of the country. Shopping mall centres are quite popular here and are an important aspect of society.

Why do shoppers choose shopping malls?

The secret of their attractiveness to visitors lies in several factors.

Firstly, it is convenience as they offer a wide range of shops, services, entertainment in one place. This makes them attractive to families, as well as people who don't like to spend a lot of time shopping. In addition, shopping centres often have a location with good accessibility by public transport and convenient, often free, parking.

Secondly, there is variety. Shoppers with different preferences and income levels can choose both international and local brands that suit them best without changing locations, and regular events help to increase the flow of visitors.

Thirdly, many malls are more than just a place to shop, they include cinemas, children's playgrounds, coffee shops, restaurants, which increases their appeal as a leisure destination.

Overall, it is worth noting that shopping centres in Slovenia have not lost their popularity despite changing consumer habits and daily offers from online marketplaces.

The most popular shopping centres

There are many popular commercial centres in Slovenia, here are some of the most famous ones:

• BTC City (Ljubljana) is one of the largest shopping and business centres in Central Europe. It has more than 450 shops, restaurants, a cinema and even a water park, and regularly hosts various events and exhibitions.
• Aleja (Ljubljana) is a modern mall that specialises in fashion, home appliances and has a large leisure space.
• Citypark (Ljubljana) is one of the first shopping centres in the country, opened in 2002. Today it is a modern mall with many famous brands and often hosts various events.
• Europark (Maribor) is the country's largest commercial centre outside of Ljubljana, with over 150 shops, a cinema, playgrounds for children and catering facilities.
• Planet Tuš (Celje) is a large shopping centre with around 70 outlets offering a wide range of goods and services, making it a popular place to shop and relax.
•  Supernova (Nova Gorica) is a medium-sized shopping centre where Slovenian and internationally renowned brands can be found. It has various locations for leisure and recreation, and hosts events for children and adults, including charity initiatives. 

Promotions and events

Commercial centres in Slovenia often run various promotions to attract shoppers. Let's take a look at the most common ones:

• Seasonal sales - discounts on clothes, shoes, home appliances, and other products during festive seasons such as Christmas, Easter, and other holidays.
• On the eve of the holidays, many commercial parks open holiday markets where you can buy goods from local producers, decorations and gifts.
• Black Friday - special promotions and big discounts on a wide range of items, often reaching over 50%.
• Many centres have weekend specials such as two-for-one deals or special prices on certain brands.
• Special discount days, for example for students and pensioners.
• Special offers with restaurants, such as discounts on lunches or special offers for shoppers.
• Favourable terms for customers who use credit cards from a certain bank.
• Prize drawings among all customers who spend a certain amount of money or make certain purchases.
• Open days, when shops offer special discounts on first purchases for new customers.
• Outlet stores provide products on sale with reduced prices on the entire range, allowing you to buy brands at significant savings.

Many shopping centres offer loyalty programmes or rewards cards that provide additional benefits such as points accumulation, extra discounts or exclusive offers for members.

How to find out about promotions

Shopping centres usually announce their discounts and events on their official websites, through social networks, newspaper publications, with the help of promotional materials on their territory.

The most convenient way to keep track of the latest information is through the Geobuyer app, because all available store catalogues and electronic flyers will appear on your smartphone screen in one click. Turn on notifications in the app settings to find out about new promotions, discounts and special offers. Use the search function to find specific shops or product categories and see what offers are available.

This way you can compare prices on sale items, find shopping centres near me, and plan your shopping from the comfort of your own home. And the blog will guide you on how to avoid pitfalls and maximise your savings by using shop discounts.