Tourist Attractions & Monuments Slovakia

Krásna Hôrka Cave is a cave located in Krásnohorská Dlhá Lúka. Caving guides are available for groups of 4 to 10 people. You will be provided with all the necessary equipment for caving, i.e. wetsuit, harness, helmet and lamp. This form of visit is original and sporty. Reservations can be made by phone or email directly to the cave administrator, Mr. Jaroslav Stankovič

In the middle of the spruce forest, between Lipovce and Lačnov, is the only cave in the region open to the public. This pretty cave is formed in a limestone and dolomitic rock between the Branisko and Bachureň massifs. The 40-minute guided tour is an unforgettable experience. As the area is not lit, we will provide you with all the equipment of the budding speleologist to take a less demanding route suitable for all levels.

From the 16th to the 19th century, Banská Štiavnica developed a revolutionary system: a hydrographic network of 60 artificial lakes dug to pump water from mines and run machinery. Today, this system is a World Heritage Site and 23 lakes are frequented by tourists in summer for walks and swimming. The lake Počúvadlo is the largest of them. A beautiful hike links the lake Počúvadlo to Mount Sitno for 3 km, about 2 hours of walking.

List of proposed accommodation around the lake. Chata Dorotka, Chata Hron, Chata Katka, Chata Lodiar, Chata West, Hotel Topky, Koliba Veronika, Penzión Anna, Penzión Omad, Penzión pod Sitnom, Terasa u Blaškov.

The classic square of the city is surrounded by the baroque and classical bourgeois houses of the th and th centuries.

The Demänovská Ice Cave is one of the oldest known caves in Europe. This cave is particularly remarkable for its surreal ice formations that were formed as a result of a landslide about five hundred years ago. The air cooled and the waterfalls and lakes gradually froze. The visit lasts about 45 minutes for a circuit of 650 meters. Bring a good sweater, the temperature constantly oscillates between 0 °C and 3 °C.

Bratislava Zoo is one of the largest and most beautiful zoos in Slovakia. It is located in the Mlynska Valley Forest Park. Opened in May 1960, the park covers an area of 96 hectares, 35 of which are open to the public. It is home to 174 species and 1,396 animals. The zoo takes in injured animals in its rehabilitation zone. The dinosaur park features life-size reconstructions of these prehistoric lizards.

At No. 73 of the central square, it was originally a th century bourgeois house. It was rebuilt and enlarged in the th century in classical style and in the th century in baroque style to be transformed into a city hall.

A oblong shape typical of Slovakia's cities, it is particularly beautiful with its late Gothic mansions. The facades are often Renaissance style with their pignons and their ornamentations sometimes embellished with sgraffites. The Klobušický Palace is particularly beautiful with its facade to the rich baroque decor with stucco stucco. The square is very crowded with the church of St. Nicholas in its centre, the evangelical temple typical of the Renaissance, the Evangelical College and the old municipal school. Behind the college you cannot miss the group of sculptures of the Immaculate High in 1738 thanks for the end of the plague. Notice in the park, in the centre of the square, the fountain of Neptune, offered by the Jews in 1840 to thank the city for welcoming them. South of the square is the Greek Catholic church Saint-Jean-Baptiste.

They paved the city with the four fifth. They date from the th century in the oldest parts, but have been destroyed and rebuilt many times in the light of wars and fires. It is the best preserved fortifications in Slovakia.

The central square of Levoča has the gracieusement oblong form of the cities of Slovakia. Its particularity lies in the beauty and the number of the bourgeois houses () that surround it as well as the two beautiful churches with three naves and the city hall which adorn it in its centre. Attention must be paid to the Maison house at No. 7 (Thurzov Dom), at the restored façade in 1904 with neo-Renaissance sgraffites. At No. 44, the house Krupek (Krupekov Dom) has authentically Renaissance sgraffites dating from the th century. The house Hain (Hainov Dom) at No. 41 was the seat of Evangelical Lyceum. In 1844, a group of 13 pupils protesting against the laws in place and teaching in Hungarian decided to flee Bratislava to study in Levoča. This is where they sang for the first time the revolutionary song Nad Tatrou sa Blýska, which will become the Slovak national anthem. This house is home to the historic museum of Spiš. The most beautiful of the houses is probably the house Mariássy (Mariássyho dom) at No. 43 with its inner courtyard to the delicately sculpted arcades. It is now the Stela hotel where you can enter by requesting permission. At the location of house No. 20 was the atelier of master Pavol, a party in smoke. Today this house houses a museum dedicated to it.

Located in the western part of the city, behind the botanical garden on the hill above Prešov, this Baroque Way of the Cross dates back to the 18th century. It has 14 stages (14 chapels), the fourth is the most famous, built in 1765 according to a sample from the Sacri Gradus of Rome. In the past, it was considered the second most beautiful calvary on the territory of Hungary (after the Banská Štiavnica calvary). This Way of the Cross was built by the Jesuits during the Counter-Reformation at the initiative of the guild of the dying Christ.

This museum is complete with a nice collection of cars and steam engines. It tells the story of a century of transport history, from the development of the bicycle to the development of the car, including the train. Located near the train station, if you have time before your train, don't hesitate to come. If you are lucky, you will be able to meet mechanics employees by trade, real spikes who will be happy to guide you through the 3 large hangars.

The Janko Jesenský Museum is one of the many themed museums in the city of Bratislava. This literary exhibition is actually located in the former apartment of the poet-writer Janko Jesensky (1874-1945). It presents, in its authentic living space, a series of documents on the work and life of this famous Slovak author. In its authentic living space (office, hall, living room...), it presents various objects related to the life and work of the master.

Built during the 13th century, Červený Kameň Castle was an integral part of the system of fortifications that protected the western part of the Kingdom of Hungary. In 1535, the castle came into the possession of the Fugger family, who transformed it to serve their mining operation. Gigantic cellars were built to store the ore. The role of the castle remains essentially defensive, before a new transformation carried out by the noble family of Palffy, which makes it a Renaissance palace at the end of the 16th century. In the courtyard is built a palace with two wings, while the interiors are completely restored: vaults decorated with stucco ornaments and frescoes with mythological motifs. The renovation of the castle was completed with magnificent baroque gardens. In 1945, the castle became a national monument. In its interiors there is a unique exhibition reflecting the development of the culture of the nobility and the bourgeoisie - here you can find beautiful aristocratic salons, luxurious rooms, but also a period dining room and a beautiful knights' hall. The tour also shows the former underground spaces and the huge storage cellars. The north bastion also hosts interesting seasonal exhibitions that complement and enrich the permanent exhibitions of the castle. Červený Kameň offers several types of guided tours, but some parts of it are accessible without a guide.

The Michel Gate belonged to the city's fortifications. Built in the 14th century in a Gothic style, its current Baroque appearance dates from 1758. The statue of Saint Michael slaying the dragon was added to its summit. On both sides of the bridge are the statues of the Archangel St. Michael and St. John Nicomedes. In the tower once lived a watchman. It now houses the Museum of Weapons and Fortifications. Under the tower is now the 0 meridian.

The Brestová Cave is the first cave in the Orava region that is open to the public. It is about 1,450 m long and only 217 m open (round trip), which means a visit of 434 m. It contains an underground river and nine species of bats. The visit lasts about 50 minutes and the temperature inside varies between 4.9°C and 5.4°C. For safety reasons, entry is limited to groups of no more than 15 people.

The city centre is full of historic buildings. At the time of boarding, we can observe a bourgeois house in the rococo style of the main square, cotoyant the old chamber of mines in a Renaissance building, recognizable by its massive arcades. The guêt tower overlooking the city is Renaissance style. It was built in 1643 and was rebuilt in a baroque style following a fire. The façade of the old hospital contains a pediment with 3 baroque statues. It was opened in the th century by the Andrassý family. Between Saint-François-Xavier and Saint-Jean-Népomucène churches, a thread of shops facades dating from the end of the Middle Ages overlooks the street and reminds us how the city was the economic centre of the region.

Four guides, including Braňo and Peter, offer original thematic tours of Bratislava. These young people from Bratislava love their city and want you to discover it without blushing aboard Škoda before the fall of the wall. On the menu: the old town, the Petržalka district, the surrounding villages, a tour of the evening venues. For longer visits, from 1 to 2 days, they guide you on the Danube in canoes or through the Little Carpathians to visit the castles. The adventure is here.

This nature reserve is located on a limestone hill belonging to the karstic massif. The summit rises to an altitude of 781 m and from this site you can admire the Volovské vrchy massif and the Ružín dam as well as the large 600-hectare artificial lake. It is one of the most visited peaks in Košice. The reason is simple: its relatively easy accessibility and the breathtaking view from its steep ridge is considered one of the most beautiful in eastern Slovakia. It is a very popular place in summer

This small town 20 km north-east of Košice has the only cold water geyser in Slovakia. The water gushes naturally from a depth of 450 metres to a height of 20 to 30 metres every 32 to 34 hours. In the middle of the small wooded park, decorated with wood carvings representing the local heritage, the geyser springs up for about 30 minutes. Tourist information in Košice can inform you about the day and time of the next geyser.

An astonishing rocky concentration, the Haligovské Skaly protected area is located in the municipality of Haligovce, in the heart of the Pieniny park. The natural area is home to many unique cliffs and limestone formations accessible by hiking trails from Červený Kláštor and Haligovce. There are also many natural cavities and caves, known since the Middle Ages. Unfortunately, no local caves are open to the public.

A very nice hike marked in red (No. 0902) is possible from the bus station of Lipovce (587 m) and leads to the gorges of Lačnov (823 m) (Tiesňava Lačnovského potoka - Lačnov) in 1 hour 20.

The Branisko massif has many interesting natural riches in the image of the nearby Méchant Hole cave. This whole territory belongs to Kamenná Baba's natural reserve, which also offers beautiful hikes reminiscent of those of the Slovak Paradise. This superb hike from Lipovce station is at the normal level. It leads into a 2 km long limestone canyon and offers you the possibility to climb ladders, to see waterfalls, a protected flora and fauna, as well as original geological natural formations.

The village is situated in the suburbs of the Industrielle industrial town, at the foot of the Great Mess and Mount Sidorovo, at 718 m above sea level. Vlkolinec is accessible by regular buses from Strbske Mikuláš and Ski, and by car via E 50 and by E 77. It is best to park its car at the bottom of the hiking and walk up to the village the parking garage of the village entrance is paid 1 €/hour.

This small village located 27 km west of Strbske Mikuláš was classified as UNESCO Heritage in 1993. It is the best preserved and most complete of traditional wooden houses throughout Central Europe in a completely preserved environment too. Its wooden houses dating from most of the th century have the unique style of the region, made from a wooden structure, clay walls and stone basement. In houses 16 and 17 there is an exhibition of life and habitat. The name of Vlkolinec has as its origin the obligation of its inhabitants in the Middle Ages to pose traps with wolf, vlk, in Slovak.

The village and the valley are starting points for 6 hiking and 2 mountain biking paths.

The Kolárovo Water Mill is a well reconstructed floating mill, anchored on the bank of the dead arm of the Little Danube. It is a unique monument and the last one in Slovakia, which is why it is part of the national cultural heritage. This place is dedicated to agrotourism to discover the local environment and ecosystem. The place offers accommodation, horseback riding along the Vah River to Komárno. A good family attraction.

One of the only accessible mines in the Liptov region, in which one can apprehend the hard work of miners in the hope of finding gold. A visit you will remember for a long time, in these galleries built over decades thanks to the hard work of man. A headlamp will be given to each visitor before entering, no special clothing or shoes are required. By car, a paid parking is available 200 m from the site.

The entrance is located on the northwestern slope of Smrekovice. It is not the best known cave in the country, but it is one of the oldest in the region. Discovered in 1720, it was formed by erosion and corrosion of an underground stream. In a beautiful valley, the visit is interesting even if the guides do not speak (or little) English. The temperature inside the cave is always stable, around 6°C, so bring a little wool, especially in summer.

It is one of the few specialized museums in Slovakia to have focused on documenting the history of music and its instruments. Its collection comprises over 120,000 objects documenting the past and contemporary history of musical life and culture in Slovakia (posters, musical instruments, phonographs, vinyls, CDs). The collection includes both archival and musical instrument collections.

This Olympic museum presents various exhibits related to the Olympic Games and the Olympic movement. There are historical artifacts, memorabilia, sports equipment, photographic and video archives, as well as information on Slovak athletes who took part in the Olympic Games. Part of the space is complemented by rare exhibits of Slovak Paralympic athletes. A place that will appeal to sports lovers.