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Tourist Information Centre Piran
Address: Tartini Square 2, 6330 Piran
Phone: +386 673 44 40
E-mail: ticpi@portoroz.si
Tourist Information Centre Padna
Address: Padna, 6333 Sečovlje
Phone: +386 40 518 563
E-mail: ticpadna@portoroz.si
Tourist Clinic
Address: Cesta solinarjev 1, 6320 Portorož
Summer schedule (June to September): Monday: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM; Tuesday to Friday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
The clinic is intended for tourists staying in the Municipality of Piran and nearby areas of the neighboring municipalities of Izola and Koper. In other cases, non-life-threatening conditions will be treated as self-pay. Slovenian tourists staying in Croatia may only access emergency medical care. All non-urgent cases in such situations are also self-pay.
Emergency Medical Assistance – Piran Health Centre – Lucija Unit
Address: Cesta solinarjev 1, 6320 Portorož
Opening hours: Every day of the week from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
The service is intended for residents of the Municipality of Piran and tourists staying in the area. Field activation is carried out via the emergency number 112 or through the Dispatch Centre of the Izola Health Centre.
Phone number for information and consultations: +386 5 6207 234
Pharmacy Portorož
Address: Obala 41, 6320 Portorož
Phone: 00386 5 674 86 70
Opening hours: Monday – Friday 8:00–19:00, Saturday 8:00–13:00, Sunday closed.
Coastal Pharmacies Koper
Address: Cesta solinarjev 1, 6320 Portorož
Phone: 00386 5 677 82 50; E-mail: lekarna.lucija@obalne-lekarne.si
Opening hours: Monday – Friday 7:30–19:00, Saturday 7:30–13:00, Sunday and holidays 8:00–12:00 (closed on January 1st, May 1st, and December 25th).
Koper Pharmacy provides 24-hour uninterrupted access to medicines every day of the year.
Pharmacy Portorož
Address: Obala 41, 6320 Portorož
Phone: 00386 5 677 82 50
Opening hours: Monday – Friday 7:30–20:00, Saturday 7:30–13:00.
Vet Medica
Address: Obala 136, 6320 Portorož
Phone: 00386 5 67 78 771
Opening hours: Monday – Friday 9:00–17:00, Saturday 9:00–13:00.
Veterinary Clinic Koper – Piran Branch
Address: Oljčna pot 15, 6330 Piran
Phone: 00386 5 674 55 22; E-mail: info@vetambulanta-kp.com
Opening hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 17:00–19:00
Emergency Clinic Koper
Address: Istrska cesta 13, 6000 Koper
Phone: 00386 5 663 44 00
Opening hours: Monday – Friday 17:00–7:30, Saturday from 13:00 onward, Sunday 24 h.
Duty is organized in cooperation with other clinics according to the schedule. Services provided outside regular working hours are 50% more expensive.
Post Office Piran
Address: Cankarjevo nabrežje 5, 6330 Piran
Opening hours: Open Monday – Friday 9:00–17:00 (Wednesday until 18:00), Saturday and Sunday closed.
Phone number: 00386 30 718 786
Post Office Lucija
Address: Obala 107, 6320 Portorož
Opening hours: Open Monday – Friday 8:00–19:00, Saturday and Sunday closed.
Phone number: 080 14 00
Post Office Portorož
Address: Obala 43A, 6320 Portorož
Opening hours: Open Monday – Friday 9:00–17:00 (Wednesday until 18:00), Saturday and Sunday closed.
Phone number: 00386 30 718 785
Parish of St. George – Piran
Address: Ulica IX. korpusa 25, 6330 Piran
Phone: 00386 05 673 34 40; E-mail: zupnija.piran@rkc.si
Website: www.zupnija-piran.si
Parish Office Sečovlje
Address: Sečovlje 48, 6333 Sečovlje
Phone: 00386 5 672 23 23
Parish Strunjan
Address: Strunjan 141, 6320 Portorož
Phone: 00386 5 678 20 05; 00386 30 415 222
E-mail: bojanmiro@yahoo.com
Parish Office Portorož and Lucija
Roman Catholic Church of Our Lady of the Rosary
Address: Cvetna pot 4, 6320 Portorož
Phone: 00386 5 674 67 00
Good to Know
Important Phone Numbers
| Emergency Call (general SOS) | 112 | |
| Police | 113 | |
| Sea Rescue | 9155 | |
| Roadside Assistance (AMZS) | 1987 | |
| Portorož Police Station | +386 (0)5 617 16 00 | |
| Maritime Police | +386 (0)5 627 64 76 | |
Language
The official languages in Portorož and Piran are Slovene and Italian, but you will also easily communicate in English, especially with the younger population. In tourist centers and hospitality venues, efforts are made to communicate in other European languages (German, Croatian, …), although the level of proficiency can vary significantly.
Money
The official currency in Slovenia is EURO (€). Prices are listed everywhere with tax included (unless stated otherwise). Tipping is not mandatory, but the unwritten rule is to round up the final bill by approximately 10% when served.
Tolls
To drive on all Slovenian motorways and some expressways, motorcycles, passenger cars, and vans with a maximum permitted weight not exceeding 3.5 tons must be equipped with a vignette. You can buy it at all gas stations in Slovenia and neighboring countries, at post offices, and some kiosks. Fines for driving without a vignette are high and range from €300 to €800. You can buy a weekly, monthly, half-yearly, or yearly vignette. Read more about the vignette and where it is required here.
Internet
Internet access is very good in cities and larger towns, where it is available either through a mobile connection or WiFi in hospitality venues and accommodations. In more remote areas with a more dispersed population, you may encounter weaker signals and possible connection interruptions.
Phone calls home
Before calling home/abroad, check that you have entered either “00” or “+” before the phone number, followed by the two- or three-digit country code.
| Country | Dialing Code | |
| Italy | 0039 | |
| Austria | 0043 | |
| France | 0033 | |
| Germany | 0049 | |
| Czech Republic | 00420 | |
| Netherlands | 0031 | |
| Croatia | 00385 | |
| United Kingdom | 0044 | |
| Denmark | 0045 | |
| Norway | 0047 | |
| Sweden | 0046 | |
| USA | 001 | |
| Serbia | 00381 | |
| Finland | 00358 | |
| North Macedonia | 00389 | |
| Belgium | 0032 | |
| Hungary | 0036 | |
Holidays
Public holidays in Slovenia also include:
Drinking water
Tap water is universally drinkable and of excellent taste. Even during the hottest months, there is no reason for dehydration to ruin your long-awaited seaside vacation. Avoid drinking water in places where it is clearly marked as not safe for drinking.
Safety
Portorož and Piran are considered very safe towns with a low crime rate and safe access to the sea.
Pets
Many accommodations and other facilities welcome visits from your furry little friends. If you are traveling from abroad, your pet must also have a valid passport when entering the country.
Smoking
Smoking is strictly prohibited in enclosed public spaces. This includes hotels, bars, restaurants, and all other covered facilities. Ask about special accommodations for smokers and designated smoking areas in hospitality venues.
The purchase of tobacco and tobacco products is permitted only for persons over the age of 18.
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can be purchased in hospitality venues as well as in grocery and specialized stores. According to the legislation of the Republic of Slovenia, the sale of alcoholic drinks is prohibited to persons under the age of 18. There are also certain time restrictions on sales – between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM in stores, and from opening time until 10:00 AM in hospitality venues.
Weather
With a warm Mediterranean climate and a large number of sunny days, Portorož and Piran are a very pleasant destination for a getaway in all seasons. A pleasantly warm summer is followed by a mild winter, with temperatures rarely dropping below zero and low precipitation (between 1,000 and 1,100 mm annually). Check the current weather forecast.
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