10 Best places to visit in Slovakia
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- 29 Apr 2022
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Most people don’t even realise that Vienna is only 50km away or a 1-hour journey from Bratislava, the capital city of Slovakia.
I’ve been wanting to explore this country for a few years now, and lucky for me I’ve recently had the opportunity to spend a couple of weeks there. I’ve made a list of the ten best places to visit in Slovakia, some of my favourites were recommendations from Slovakian friends.
Slovakia is a small country, so if you are visiting for just a few days or a few weeks, these places are definitely worth visiting.
These are the 10 Best places to visit in Slovakia
1. Košice
Košice has the looks and charm of a small cosmopolitan city. With one of the most well-preserved historical town centres in the country, it is definitely pleasing to the eye.
The Old town centre has been pedestrianised and the buildings and architecture have a cosy medieval feel.
Buzzing cafes and restaurants are sprinkled along the main street, with cobble-stoned alleys leading off in all directions. We found this city to be most beautiful in the evening time when the magnificent St Elizabeth gothic cathedral is lit up with many colours.
Plus we had an amazing meal at Krcma Letna, so Kosice starts our list of best places to visit in Slovakia. If you are exploring more of Europe, you might also visit Ukraine – it has surprisingly great food!
2. The High Tatras
Creating the border between Slovakia and Poland, the Tatra Mountains are considered to be the tallest mountain range in Slovakia. Because of its altitude, the High Tatras have become a very popular skiing destination in the country. The High Tatras offer a more affordable option for skiing vacation when compared to France, Austria or the Swiss Alps.
The place to be is the town of Štrbské Pleso. People have been skiing here for centuries because of the glacial lake found nearby. But it also offers something in summer, there are a few hiking trails to follow. Enjoy a drink or meal with a view at the end of the day.
We spent two nights in Štrbské Pleso and hiked up to Skok waterfall, around 3 hours roundtrip. The views were fantastic.
3. LevoÄa
LevoÄa is known for its visually pleasing town centre and the historical walls around the town.
Most of the Old town is considered a World Heritage site as there are countless buildings in the town that dates back to the Renaissance. All these buildings have been beautifully preserved. It is definitely worth stopping in this town, even it is just for an afternoon visit.
4. ÄŒiÄmany
This preserved town with timber houses dates way back to 1272.
ÄŒiÄmany is unique because of the specific white patterns painted on the exterior walls of houses that decorate them. The local folk music, costumes and folk dances of the village have been preserved too. This village has so much character and was highly enjoyable to explore. You will need your own car to get here and it feels so remote from the cities, despite being just a short drive. Since these houses are truly unique, I think it is one of the best places to visit in Slovakia.
5. Spiš castle
Located in the east of Slovakia, you must visit the remains of this magnificent castle, also, UNESCO listed. There are fantastic views of the countryside from the castle, and you can explore an authentic medieval dungeon, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and armoury.
There are many castles in Slovakia and I think they are definitely some of the best places to visit. But Spiš castle is the largest one. It gives you a very real experience of what life would have been like, back in medieval times.
