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What to do and see in Ptuj, Styria Region: The Best Things to do
Ptuj (pronounced [ˈptuːi̯] ( listen); German: Pettau; Latin: Poetovium/Poetovio) is a town in northeastern Slovenia that is the seat of the Municipality of Ptuj. Ptuj, the oldest recorded city in Slovenia, has been inhabited since the late Stone Age and developed from a Roman military fort. Ptuj was located at a strategically important crossing of the Drava River, along a prehistoric trade route between the Baltic Sea and the Adriatic. Traditionally the area was part of the Styria region and became part of the Austria-Hungarian Empire. In the early 20th century the majority of the residents were of German extraction, but today the population is largely Slovenes. Residents of Ptuj are known as Ptujčani.
Restaurants in Ptuj
1. Zupnijska cerkev sv. Marije - Ptujskogorske Matere Bozje
2. Ptuj Castle (Ptujski Grad)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 382 reviews
Reviewed By 100zsoltd - Mor, Hungary
The castle is in a beautiful location. Great views of the city and the Drava River. The exhibitions are interesting and rich in sights. The castle is easily accessible from the city. A short walk down a small slope.
3. Presernova street
4. Tourist information Centre
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
Ptuj Tourist Board (TIC Ptuj) is located in the very center of the oldest Slovenian city. It provides tourist information, offers guided tours, and sells souvenirs and books about Ptuj, its surrounding and Slovenia. Give yourself a memory of Ptuj. The souvenir shop sells post cards, unique products, and monographs about Slovenia’s oldest city.
5. Ptuj Wine Cellar
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4.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By nrruiz
We went to visit the Ptuj wine cellar following the TA recommended attractions in Ptuj and our experience was much better than expected. I was writing them an email and I got an answer the next day. They were flexible to arrange a guide tour in English. Špela was our guide and was respecting the Corona measures in distance, mask and hand sanitizer. We started at the wine cellar with a very interesting and warm explanation about the history of the place. The place is really unique with extraordinary big barrels and old ones. You can also visit the archive. Regarding the tasting, I had booked "The taste of the winners", with 5 wines. The 10 min video is very interesting as a starting point for the tasking. The cheese and cold meats plate was delicious and every wine was a discovery and pure enjoyment. Tasting the 1983 vintage was an unforgettable experience. Wine can be bought there as well.
6. Orpheus Monument
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4.0 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By 482mihap - Maribor, Slovenia
Marble chiseled to a tombstone and an artistic masterpiece. Visitors can walk around for free or even sit down and have refreshment in the shadow of the Town tower. Monument is an ideal spot for a selfie.
7. Ptuj City Tower
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4.0 based on 27 reviews
It is practically impossible to miss the city tower. It is interesting not only because of its baroque onion dome, but also the antique monuments in its walls. An attentive visitor will notice that the tower only has a clock on three sides. Citizens decided not to put a clock on the wall facing the castle as a sign of protest when the lords of the castle refused to pay their share.
Reviewed By ljubomird902 - Bosnia and Herzegovina, null
Must go there and visit this old City of Ptuj. Narrow street made of stones, lot of old buildings, Churches and walking distance to The Ptuj Castle
8. Church of St. George
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4.0 based on 19 reviews
The main parish church boasts a gorgeous interior with striking Laib’s three-winged altar, choir bench from the 15th century, and the statute of its patron saint St. George defeating a dragon. The 12th century church was expanded several times, resulting in a mixture of styles, with the Gothic and baroque elements prevailing.
9. Dominican Monastery (Dominikanski samostan)
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3.5 based on 29 reviews
10. Terme Ptuj
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3.5 based on 165 reviews
Reviewed By lindao764 - Salisbury, United Kingdom
We enjoyed the thermal pools and the sauna park. We felt very relaxed afterwards. It is cheaper for pensioners.
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