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Maribor

Maribor is a city in northern Slovenia and the country's second-largest after the capital, Ljubljana. It makes a good base for exploring the northern region.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Maribor
Gateway airport
Maribor Edvard Rusjan Airport
Best season
Apr, Jun–Oct
Time zone
Europe/Ljubljana
Sights covered
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Maribor Cathedral

Temples & religious sites

Maribor Cathedral

Maribor Cathedral, a Roman Catholic cathedral in the city center, is dedicated to St. John the Baptist. It's also the resting place of Bishop Anton Martin Slomšek, who contributed greatly to Slovenian culture, making it worth visiting together.

Maribor National Drama Theatre

Culture & venues

Maribor National Drama Theatre

This theatre in Maribor stages drama, opera, and ballet performances alike. It draws one of the largest audiences in Slovenia, making it a great place to enjoy a show.

Basilica of Our Mother of Mercy

Temples & religious sites

Basilica of Our Mother of Mercy

The Basilica of Our Mother of Mercy is a Franciscan church in the center of Maribor, Slovenia. Its simple, tranquil atmosphere makes it a pleasant place to pause for a moment.

Old Bridge

Views & landmarks

Old Bridge

The Old Bridge spans the Drava River, connecting Maribor's central square with the Pobrežje district. Its river crossing is formed by three distinctive steel arches.

Water Tower, Maribor

Views & landmarks

Water Tower, Maribor

This medieval fortress tower stands on the bank of the Drava River, built in 1555 to defend Maribor's city walls from the river side. Visitors can get a close look at its sturdy, pentagon-shaped stone construction.

Judgement Tower

Views & landmarks

Judgement Tower

This fortress tower once guarded the medieval walls of Maribor's old town, first built in the 14th century and rebuilt in the 16th. It's a landmark worth a close look for its centuries of history.

Mariborsko Pohorje Ski Resort

Nature

Mariborsko Pohorje Ski Resort

Slovenia's largest ski resort sits at the foot of Mount Pohorje, south of Maribor. In winter, it comes alive with skiers eager to hit the slopes.

Tezno

Shopping & districts

Tezno

Tezno is a district of Maribor in northeastern Slovenia, known as the site of a mass grave discovered after World War II. It's worth a visit for travelers interested in history.

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