3 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.

Get some historical perspective at Celje Castle and Maribor Cathedral. Old Vine House and Lent are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Change things up with these side-trips from Maribor: Ptuj Castle (in Ptuj) and Logar Valley Landscape Park (in Solčava). Next up on the itinerary: explore the striking landscape at Pyramid Archaeological Site, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, hit the slopes at Mariborsko Pohorje Ski Resort, and appreciate the history behind Plague Column.

To see ratings, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Maribor travel route planner.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport. In August in Maribor, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 16°C at night.