Laško, a charming spa town in eastern Slovenia, is known for its rich history dating back to Roman times and its annual Festival of Beer & Flowers. They are also the home to the largest brewery in the country, Laško Brewery.

Celje Castle, also known as Celje Old Castle, is a historic castle ruin in Celje, Slovenia. Once the seat of the Counts of Celje, it stands on three hills overlooking the town. Dating back to the 13th century, the castle has a rich history and was a significant fortress in its time. Today, you can visit the interior and courtyard. There is an exhibition on the main castle showcasing how the castle was used back in medieval times. The best views are from the tower, where you can see the entire city of Celje below the hill.

Tickets cost 7 EUR per person and can be bought on the spot (no need for pre-booking).

Rogaška Slatina, a town in eastern Slovenia, is famous for its curative mineral water, spa facilities, and crystal glass.

Donačka Gora is a popular hiking spot near Rogatec in Slovenia.

The Eastern part of Slovenia does not have as many mountains as the West, but this is a nice and easy hiking option.

The Treetop Walk Pohorje is a cool experience in Slovenia where you can stroll among birds and the lush Pohorje forests. This activity is perfect for families with kids and it is a great option to combine on a day trip from Maribor.

Ptuj, located in the eastern part of Slovenia, is the country's oldest recorded town. Ptuj is small but very cute and makes a great destination for a day trip from Maribor. Don't forget to visit the castle!

Ptuj is also known for its vibrant Kurentovanje carnival, where locals dress up as mythical creatures to scare off evil spirits. This event happens every year during carnival.

Glavni trg, located in Maribor, Slovenia, is the city's main square. Here, you will be impressed with the unique architecture of the pastel-colored buildings. 

Glavni trg is a wide open square that hosts some of the most important buildings in town and a few bars and restaurants. It is also the stage for a lot of local festivals and celebrations. 

The most important buildings in Glavni trg are:

• The City Hall – you can go in to check out the inner courtyard, it’s beautiful!

• The Plague Monument

Maribor sits in one of Slovenia's main wine regions so if you want to taste local wine, the Vodole wine fountain is a great and fun way to do it. Similar to the Marezige wine fountain on the seaside, this is a place where you can enjoy different samples from local producers. The Maribor region is strong on white wine.

The best way to visit Vodole is by renting a bike in Maribor and making it a day trip. The views are stunning along the way and with a bike, you don't need to worry about driving after drinking.

In the picturesque vineyards of Špičnik, you will find one of the most scenic roads in Slovenia. Amongst the vineyards, there's a heart-shaped road that makes the perfect romantic scenario. The entire region is full of vineyards, so it is a great day trip from Maribor if you combine it with some wine tasting and great food.

Lendava is a charming spa town in the Eastern part of Slovenia, nestled in the Prekmurje region.

Make sure you visit the famous tower of Vinarium Lendava.