A guided walk through central Maribor presents the city’s past through stories, legends and the everyday lives of its residents. At Lent, the castle, the cathedral and city squares, the guide explains the nickname “Kojak”, the tale of the Black Madonna and the connection between an unusual football scandal and the founding of NK Maribor. The route and pace are adapted to the group.
Working hours
The tour date and time are agreed when booking. The earlier Visit Maribor listing requires booking at least 48 hours in advance; availability at shorter notice must be checked directly with the provider.
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Offer
1–10 people: 100,00 EUR per group.
11–15 people: 120,00 EUR per group.
16–25 people: 150,00 EUR per group.
26–35 people: 180,00 EUR per group.
More than 35 people: price by arrangement.
History through people and city stories
The guided walk connects the city squares, Lent, Maribor Castle, the cathedral, Gosposka ulica and the Old Bridge. Featured landmarks also include the Oldest Vine, the Town Hall and the Plague Column. The order of stops is agreed with the group.
The stories span the city’s first written records in the 12th century, industrialisation in the 19th century, the Habsburg period and occupation during the Second World War. Alongside buildings and monuments, the tour explores the everyday lives of Maribor’s residents.
Topics covered
• The legend of the Black Madonna in the castle chapel.
• Why the monument on Trg svobode is nicknamed “Kojak”, after the American television detective.
• A job that young men competed for in medieval Maribor.
• How young people met between the two world wars.
• How the age of the Oldest Vine was verified.
• The connection between the so-called “diarrhoea scandal” and the founding of NK Maribor football club.
• The story of wartime aircraft-parts production in underground tunnels.
The tour suits both first-time visitors and people already familiar with the city. Its interactive format allows questions and conversation with the guide.
Organisation and included services
The offer includes a guided walk through the city centre. Guiding is available in Slovenian, English, German and Croatian; the preferred language is confirmed when booking.
The starting and finishing points in the city centre are agreed in advance. Group size is arranged when booking. The provider publishes rates for groups of up to 35 people and offers prices for larger groups by arrangement.
The underground tunnels feature in the storytelling; a visit to the tunnels is not listed as an included service. Admission to landmark interiors, tastings and transport are also not confirmed as included.