A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Maribor vs. Levi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Maribor or Levi?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Maribor and Levi. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Maribor or Levi?

Maribor

Located near the Austrian border is Maribor, the second largest city in Slovenia. Maribor is surrounded by hills that are filled with wine vineyards, as well as the Mariborsko Pohorje mountain. The city is split in half by the Drava River. On the left bank of the river you'll find the city's old town.

The city draws tourists from all over the world who come to enjoy the world renowned wine, old town culture, and outdoor activities which include hiking and skiing. The city is a great jumping off point for many outdoor activities and for those hoping to see the countryside. If you're more the city type, Maribor also has plenty to offer. Head to the theater for a show, sip some wine in a town square, or soak in the beauty of a cathedral while you're in the area.

Maribor's climate is humid continental with warm summers and cold winters. During the winter months the average temperature hovers around freezing. The warmest month is July, when average temperatures often exceed 20 degrees Celsius. Maribor is also one of the sunniest cities in Slovenia.

Levi

Levi is a micro city or resort town in the village if Sirkka in Finnish Lapland. In Levi, being impressed by the natural surroundings is inescapable: from river valleys and frozen lakes up to the fells with spectacular views over the Lappish landscape, Levi is all about northern nature at its best. During the winter months, from mid-November to mid-May, Levi is Finland's most popular ski resort with a total of 44 runs serviced by 28 lifts. Its Samiland Exhibition explores the culture of the indigenous Sami people through photos, objects and recreated buildings. Nearby is Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park, with its Arctic fells and remains of the Linkupalo Volcano.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Slovenia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Slovenia, The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Maribor and Levi, we can see that Levi is more expensive. And not only is Maribor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Maribor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Maribor and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Levi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Levi than you might in Maribor.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Maribor Expensive? and Is Levi Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Maribor or Levi?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Maribor or Levi in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Maribor as well as Levi.

In the summer, Maribor is a little warmer than Levi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Maribor in July average around 22°C (72°F), and Levi averages at about 15°C (59°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Levi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Maribor this time of the year. In the summer, Maribor often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Levi. Maribor gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 274 hours of full sun.

Maribor usually gets more rain in July than Levi. Maribor gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Levi receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Maribor or Levi in the Autumn?

Both Levi and Maribor are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Levi. In October, Maribor is generally much warmer than Levi. Daily temperatures in Maribor average around 13°C (55°F), and Levi fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).

Maribor usually receives more sunshine than Levi during autumn. Maribor gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 59 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Maribor usually receives more rain than Levi. Maribor gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Levi receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Maribor or Levi in the Winter?

Both Levi and Maribor during the winter are popular places to visit.

Levi can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Maribor. Maribor is much warmer than Levi in the winter. The daily temperature in Maribor averages around 1°C (35°F) in January, and Levi fluctuates around -15°C (5°F).

In the winter, Maribor often gets more sunshine than Levi. Maribor gets 54 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 11 hours of full sun.

Maribor usually gets more rain in January than Levi. Maribor gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Levi receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Maribor or Levi in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Maribor and Levi.

Levi can be very cold during spring. In the spring, Maribor is much warmer than Levi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Maribor in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Levi averages at about -1°C (30°F).

Maribor usually receives less sunshine than Levi during spring. Maribor gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 196 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Maribor usually receives more rain than Levi. Maribor gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Levi receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Levi and Maribor