Gostilna Zlati Lev
Maribor €
The à la carte menu centres on grilled meats, with a separate beer shop stocking more than 80 world beers, in a building that also rents rooms above the restaurant.
Maribor Castle (Regional Museum)
The Knights' Hall ceiling has plasterwork by Alessandro Sereni from around 1680, and the rococo staircase carries statues of 16 boys; visits are hourly guided tours in Slovenian and English.
Maribor €€
Last checked 10 November 2026
Overview
Maribor Castle began as an administrative court built between 1478 and 1481 and grew into a noble residence, with a Knights' Hall and a Loreto chapel added in the 17th century. Its stone staircase of 1747-1749 is lined with statues of 16 boys. The Maribor Regional Museum has occupied it since 1938, and the permanent exhibitions are seen on a guided tour in Slovenian or English.
Highlights
- Baroque castle staircase
- Knights' Hall
- Hourly guided tours
Good to know
Questions
How do I visit the castle?
Entry is by guided tour only, on the hour from 10:00 to 17:00 in Slovenian and English (60 minutes). Adult admission with the guided tour is €12.00, reduced €6.50.
When is it open?
Tuesday to Sunday 10:00-18:00. The museum is closed on Mondays. Its site lists public holidays as closed without dates, so check before you go on a public holiday.
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