5 days in Ljubljana & Maribor Itinerary

Sitting astride the Ljubljanica River, Ljubljana is marked with picturesque bridges and a marketplace, designed by the famous architect Jože Plečnik.

Change things up with these side-trips from Ljubljana: Bled (Triglav National Park, Bled Island, &more). Next up on the itinerary: take a stroll through Ljubljana Old Town, take in the views from Triple Bridge, contemplate the waterfront views at Ljubljanica River, and step into the grandiose world of Ljubljana Castle.

For maps, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Ljubljana trip itinerary planner.

Brussels, Belgium to Ljubljana is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. When traveling from Brussels in June, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Ljubljana: temperatures range from 29°C by day to 14°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 4th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling to Maribor.

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

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Fri): stroll around Three Ponds, indulge your senses at Big Guy's Wine Tour, and then make a trip to Vetrinjski dvor. Here are some ideas for day two: relax and rejuvenate at Perfect Body, admire the natural beauty at Botanical Garden of University of Maribor, and then learn about winemaking at Ramšak Winery.

To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Maribor planning tool.

Getting from Ljubljana to Maribor by shuttle takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Maribor are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.