12 days in Maribor Itinerary

Cycling may be one of the best ways to tour Maribor, a great base for exploring the surrounding area and conquering Pohorje Mountains.

You'll explore and learn at Ptuj Castle and Old Vine House. Kids will appreciate attractions like Celje Castle and Pyramid Archaeological Site. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Maribor: Planetarium in Sfericni Kino Astroport 360 (in Čatež ob Savi), Celje (War and Peace Memorial, Prince's Palace, &more) and Brežice (Terme Čatež & Brežice Castle). There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Jelenov Greben Homestead, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Franciscan Church, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Maribor Cathedral, and steep yourself in history at Terme Ptuj.

For traveler tips, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, use the Maribor road trip planning site.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport. In August, daily temperatures in Maribor can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 16°C.