Among Maribor’s most iconic attractions are the World’s Oldest Grapevine, the historic Lent district along the Drava River, Main Square (Glavni trg) and Maribor Castle. For a break in nature, visit City Park (Mestni park) or climb Pyramid Hill (Piramida), which offers stunning views of the city.
Visit Maribor
What's on in Maribor?
From concert stages and galleries to shops and streets, music, art, festivals, and gatherings intertwine in Maribor for all generations.
Maribor on your plate and in your glass
Maribor is the city of the oldest vine in the world, top-quality Styrian wines, and diverse cuisine. Discover the city through its flavors in wine cellars, local inns, and modern restaurants.
The entire city is a stage
Art lives on theater stages, in galleries, museums, and on city streets. From the Slovenian National Theatre Maribor to the creative pulse of the Minorites, rich cultural heritage intertwines with contemporary art.
A city that breathes with nature
Nature is an inseparable part of Maribor. The green City Park, paths along the Drava River, and the vast forests of Pohorje offer numerous opportunities for relaxation, recreation, and active exploration throughout the year.
For memories that last
Row down the Drava River on a traditional raft, explore Lent with a local guide, or experience the city through creative activities. Discover Maribor from a different perspective, through its stories, traditions, and people.
Frequently asked questions
Maribor is Slovenia's second-largest city and home to the world's oldest grapevine, which has been growing in the Lent district along the Drava River for more than 450 years. The city is also known for its Styrian wines, the Lent Festival, rich cultural heritage and proximity to the green Pohorje Mountains.
You can explore the main attractions of Maribor’s city centre in one day. For a more relaxed experience, including visits to wine cellars, culinary experiences and a trip to the Maribor Pohorje Mountains, we recommend spending at least two days or a weekend in the city.
Yes. Most attractions in the city centre are within walking distance. For longer journeys, you can use city buses or the Mbajk bike-sharing system. City bus G6 takes you to the foot of the Maribor Pohorje Mountains, where you can take a cable car up to Pohorje.
Maribor offers a wide range of experiences for families. Children can explore the Aquarium-Terrarium and playgrounds in City Park (Mestni park), discover the world of puppetry at the Maribor Puppet Museum (Lutkovni muzej Maribor), or take a cable car ride up to Pohorje. Family-friendly city walks and creative workshops are also available.