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    Tourist Attractions in Slovakia

    The most interesting and beautiful tourist attractions in Slovakia. Photos and a brief description.

    About Slovakia

    The Slovak Republic is a small European state that is ready to offer tourists from all over the world its stunning nature, amazing mountains, as well as perfectly preserved architecture. It is a small country with a mild climate, thanks to which its tourist facilities are ready to receive visitors all year round.

    Slovakia’s well-preserved architecture is highly appreciated all over the world. Spishsky and Trenchyansky castles, village museum Vlkolinets, as well as Bojnice Castle and Bratislava Castle are among the most visited sites in this country. The tangled streets of the Old City of Bratislava are harmoniously combined with such modern objects as the SNP Bridge and its observation deck in the form of a UFO.

    Nature lovers will be able to fully enjoy the unique landscapes, mountains and caves of Slovakia. Travelers who prefer a comfortable family vacation will surely appreciate the high standards of Slovak hotels. Crystal, elements of national clothing, Figaro chocolate, as well as local wines are usually brought as a gift from the Slovak Republic.

    Top Cities to Visit in Slovakia

    Top Tourist Attractions in Slovakia

    Bratislava Old Town

    Cozy historical district, narrow streets and beautiful architecture – it's all the Old Town of Bratislava. Here is the Cathedral of St. Martin, in which the rulers of Hungary were crowned, as well as the Old Town Hall and the Bratislava Castle. For lovers of organized walks around the Old Town, attractionseeing buses run.

    Bratislava Old Town
    Yasovskaya Cave

    Yasovskaya Cave

    The Yasovskaya Cave is the oldest accessible cave in Slovakia. Skeletons of such extinct animals as the cave bear and the cave hyena were found here. The attractionseeing tour of this stalactite cave lasts about 45 minutes, and the length of the excursion route is more than 700 meters.

    Spishsky Grad

    Spishsky Grad is the largest castle in Slovakia. It is included in the list of national cultural monuments, and is also protected by UNESCO. Currently on the territory of Spishsky Grada is a museum of medieval weapons and armor. The history of the castle will be told to tourists by guides dressed as knights and princesses.

    Spishsky Grad
    UFO observation deck in Bratislava

    UFO observation deck in Bratislava

    The highest observation deck of Bratislava, designed in the form of a UFO aircraft, is located at an altitude of 95 meters above the bridge SNP across the Danube. In the left pillar of this road bridge there is an elevator that lifts visitors to the observation deck. The UFO site offers a magnificent view of the river and the city.

    Spisska Sobota

    Spisska Sobota, although it is an administrative part of the city of Poprad, is considered a nature reserve city. The most important architectural monument here is the Church of St. George, the construction of which dates back to the middle of the XIII century. Most of the residential buildings were built in the XVI-XVII centuries, but they have been perfectly preserved to this day.

    Spisska Sobota
    Tatralandia Water Park

    Tatralandia Water Park

    Water park Tatralandia is open to the public all year round, it is located near the town of Lithuanian Mikulas. In addition to sea water, water from local thermal springs is used here, which makes visiting Tatralandia not only pleasant, but also useful. Those wishing to stay for a few days can stay in a hotel complex near the water park.

    Trenchyansky Grad

    One of the most beautiful castles in Slovakia is located on a sheer cliff above the town of Trencin. This fortress began to be built in the XI century, and in the following years it was rebuilt several times. Now on the territory of this castle there is an armory museum, a gallery of paintings and an exhibition of archaeological finds.

    Trenchyansky Grad
    The main square of Bratislava

    The main square of Bratislava

    The main square of Bratislava still bears the name of the Market Square and is the true heart of the city. The local architecture organically combines Baroque, Gothic and classicism. The Old Town Hall is located here — one of the oldest buildings in Bratislava. The most colorful Market Square looks during the Christmas and Easter fairs.

    City of Bardeyev

    City Bardejov, located at the foot of the mountains in the north-east of Slovakia, is rightfully considered one of the most beautiful cities in this country. Local architectural monuments are perfectly preserved, thanks to which the city received a UNESCO gold medal. Five kilometers from the city there is a therapeutic water resort.

    City of Bardeyev
    Devin Castle

    Devin Castle

    At the confluence of the Danube and the Morava, on a 212-meter-high cliff, there are picturesque ruins of the Devin Castle, the first foundations of which were laid back in the IX century. Today you can see the historical exposition, explore the remains of a Roman fortress, and also visit the wine village located right under the castle walls.

    Skok Waterfall

    For those who like to relax from the hustle and bustle of the city, a walk to the Skok Waterfall is well suited. This picturesque place is located next to the lake Strbske-Pleso, specially marked hiking trails will help to walk from it to the waterfall. This route is considered easy, but still, it is better to wear sports shoes.

    Skok Waterfall
    St. Elizabeth 's Church

    St. Elizabeth 's Church

    The Church of St. Elizabeth is an unusually beautiful Catholic church, made in the Art Nouveau style. Creation Eden Lechner was consecrated in 1913 and is still in operation. The amazing architecture and unusual color of this church attracts many visitors.

    The city of Banska-Štyavnica

    Once Banska Štyavnica was a mining town where gold, precious stones and silver were mined instead of coal. Today this city is famous for the architecture of the Old and New castles, the Church of St. Catherine and one of the largest Plague Columns in Europe. There is also an open-air mining museum in Banska Štyavnica.

    The city of Banska-Štyavnica
    Tatra National Park

    Tatra National Park

    Tatras is the oldest and most famous national park in Slovakia. It is located in the north of the country and offers its visitors about 600 kilometers of hiking trails. There are several waterfalls and many lakes in the Tatran Park. Both animals and plants are protected here.

    Boynitsky Castle

    Bojnice Castle is located in the city of the same name and belongs to the most valuable and oldest buildings in Slovakia. The first documents mentioning the Boynitsky Castle are dated to the XII century. This building is also called a Haunted Castle because of the countless legends. In May, an international festival of Spirits and Ghosts is held here.

    Boynitsky Castle
    Bratislava Castle

    Bratislava Castle

    One of the most notable attractions of the capital of Slovakia is the Bratislava Castle. Many historical and archaeological expositions are exhibited in this monumental structure all year round. You can get to Bratislava Castle both by public transport and on foot from almost anywhere in the capital.

    Dobshinskaya Ice Cave

    Dobshinskaya Ice Cave is included in the UNESCO Heritage List, and due to its impressive size is also the largest ice cave in Europe. The length of the observation trail is about 500 meters, and the tour lasts about 30 minutes. Even in summer, the temperature in this cave remains below zero.

    Dobshinskaya Ice Cave
    St. Martin's Cathedral (Bratislava)

    St. Martin's Cathedral (Bratislava)

    The Gothic Cathedral of St. Martin, the construction of which was begun in the VIII century, now belongs to the national cultural monuments of Slovakia. In 1884, the famous composer Franz Liszt, whose monument is located near the church, played his Coronation Mass here. The underground crypt of the cathedral is open to tourists all year round.

    Levocha City

    In the eastern part of Slovakia, the city of Levoca is located, appreciated by tourists for its rich history and well-preserved ancient buildings. The parish Roman Catholic Church of St. Jakub, built in the XIV century, the local Town Hall of the XVI century, as well as the Renaissance Turzov House are among the most visited places in this city.

    Levocha City
    Vlkolinets

    Vlkolinets

    A place not disturbed by modern buildings, as well as a beautiful pristine example of Carpathian architecture is a museum village Vlkolinets. The village consists of two streets and 45 wooden houses, and the population Vlkolinets has 35 inhabitants. It is most convenient to get to this village from the town of Ruzhomberok.

    Lake Strbske-Pleso

    The extraordinarily beautiful lake Strbske-Pleso is located in the High Tatras. There are many hotels here, as well as several sanatoriums. On the lake Strbske Pleso is the highest mountain ski resort in Slovakia. Lovers of hiking will enjoy the local equipped hiking trails.

    Lake Strbske-Pleso