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A trip to Slovenia will sooner or later take you to the gorgeous Ptuj. There is no shortage of popular tourist attractions in Ptuj, making it difficult for travelers with limited time to choose what to see.
A Ptuj blog is all you need to decide amongst the top things to do in Ptuj.
An itinerary of 3 days is good to see the most popular tourist attractions in Ptuj. But if you can spare couple of days more that’s even better, you can take the sights more slowly. Here are the best things to see in Ptuj along with a list of the most interesting things to do in Ptuj:
1. Ptuj Castle
Located on top of a high hill, Ptuj Castle is a beautiful medieval structure.
The castle’s position makes it a great choice as a defensive location. Start with the visitor center, they will help you get oriented quickly.
Quick Facts:
- The castle was built somewhere around 12th-century.
Address: Na Gradu 1, 2250 Ptuj, Slovenia
2. Orpheus Monument
Orpheus Monument is a heart-felt monument located in Ptuj.
Quick Facts:
- The monument is located at Slovene Square.
- white Pohorje marble was used to build the monument.
- The monument has a height of around 5 meters.
A natural crowd puller, Orpheus Monument is right up there in the list of best things to do in Ptuj.
Address: Slovenski trg, 2250 Ptuj, Slovenia
3. Pokrajinski muzej Ptuj Ormož
Pokrajinski muzej Ptuj Ormož is an interesting museum located in the Ptuj city.
Address: Muzejski trg 1, 2250 Ptuj, Slovenia Pending review
4. Ptujska klet vinarstvo d.o.o.
A winery with a nice vineyard and a wine making facility.
Immerse yourself in the region’s wine culture and be a part of the beautiful scenery, book a local guesthouse for the night. A tour of the winery’s vat rooms and cellars is included, as is the walk through the rest of the production facility.
With so much to offer, no wonder Ptujska klet vinarstvo d.o.o. is one of the top things to do in Ptuj.
Address: Vinarski trg 1, 2250 Ptuj, Slovenia
5. Turnišče Castle
The villa was constructed centuries ago by a very wealthy and well respected family. No cost was spared to construct this building and you can easy tell that by a first glance.
Address: Zagrebška cesta 84, 2250 Ptuj, Slovenia
6. Lake Ptuj
Lake Ptuj is a huge water tank, a reservoir, located in Ptuj area.
It was constructed as an artificial body of water for the purpose of water storage and supply.
If you are feeling lazy, you can idle away time sitting on a bench and looking at the tranquil waters. There is also a park on shore, with a playground for little ones too.
Quick Facts:
- Spread over a total area of 3.5 km², it stretches for around 5.5 km on the longer side.
- Easy to get to Lake Ptuj is located in the southeast of the city.
- The total number of islands is roughly 2.
- The reservoir was built somewhere around 1978.
- The reservoir is built over the Drava River.
7. Dominikanski samostan Ptuj
Dominikanski samostan Ptuj is a centuries old religious complex tucked away in a wooded area near Ptuj.
Check out the monastery’s pharmacy, dating back hundred of years, and still in operation. The magnificent library houses countless books, mostly old religious works, and is in very good condition.
Add it to your Ptuj trip if you have time.
Address: Muzejski trg 1, 2250 Ptuj, Slovenia
8. St. George’s Church
St. George’s Church, the centuries old landmark, is considered to be one of Ptuj’s most gorgeous churches.
The Oratory has a plethora of sculptures as well as a variety of exquisite frescoes. It is well worth to pay a small donation, as it goes towards supporting the ongoing upkeep of this piece of history.
Quick Facts:
- A fine example of Gothic architecture, the church is a center of Parish faith.
- The church was built somewhere around 12th.
Address: Slovenski trg, 2250 Ptuj, Slovenia
9. Forest beach
A nice wide beach, Forest beach has all the amenities you need to make for a great experience.
And should you feel hungry, the beach is lines with restaurant serving fresh sea food and what-not. Swim, surf, sunbath, walk, run or play – you can sketch your day as you want.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Ptuj trip.
10. Mestni park
Mestni park is a large landscaped park, an oasis of greenery, located in Ptuj.
This fabulous park was developed with the sole aim to promote the good health of the citizen.
You can find various paths and trails leading you through the tranquil nature. Spring is the season when hundreds of flowers are on full blossom.
11. Archaeological Park Panorama
Archaeological Park Panorama is an expansive park with a no. of archaeological structures.
Allocate enough time to thoroughly explore the remains and learn about their history. As you hop from one dig to another, you can’t help wonder the amount of effort that gone into restoration of Archaeological Park Panorama.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Ptuj trip.
Address: Maistrova ulica, 2250 Ptuj, Slovenia
12. Dornava mansion
Dornava mansion is a grand mansion with an expansive central courtyard.
Address: Dornava 1, 2252 Dornava, Slovenia
But beyond the famous attractions in Ptuj, there is something that pulls you back again and again, perhaps it’s the city’s charm. All in all, whether you are a backpacker, a solo traveler, slow traveler, a female traveler or a couple there are plenty of interesting things to do in Ptuj for everyone.
And it’s not difficult to create an itinerary that includes some of the best tourist attractions in Ptuj. If you have any questions or suggestions on sightseeing in Ptuj, I would love to hear them in the comments section below.
