Tourist attractions in Slovakia

The Csáky-Dezsőfi Palace is a discreet urban gem in Košice’s historic center. Its refined façade, ornate cornices, and tall windows reveal a former aristocratic residence that today makes for a charming stop on a stroll between Hlavná Street and the surrounding lanes. The palace exudes old-world ambience—notice the balanced courtyard, subtle ornaments, and crafted portals. With cafés, galleries, and other landmarks nearby, it’s easy to pair your visit with a relaxed city walk.

Danubiana Meulensteen Art Museum with an unusual location and impressive architecture is located on the edge of a peninsula on the mighty Danube in Bratislava, city district Čunovo, in the area of water sports. The museum of Modern Art is about 20 km from the centre of Bratislava. In the great hall of the museum exhibition of world artists take place. The building comes with a gallery selling of contemporary art, as well as space for smaller scale exhibitions, audio-visual centre and a lecture hall. There is also Art Shop with catalogues, art books, postcards, posters, prints of Slovak artists...

If you would like to try horseback riding in Bratislava, four horses and one pony are waiting for you in Darkona equestrian racing area in Petrzalka. The area offers also riding courses and hippo therapy or carrying children in the saddle horse.

The cave is located 13 km southerly from the city of Liptovský Mikuláš, in the Low Tatras Mts., on the right side of the Demänovská Valley, several kilometers below the known skiing resort Jasná. A serpent path from the parking place to the cave is 400 m long with elevation span of 67m. The ascent to cave takes 10 - 15 min and serves as an educational trail at the same time. Traditional tour is 1,150 m long with vertical span of 86 m. There are 913 steps on the path. Exclusive (long) tour is 2,150 m long and the same elevation span and 1,118  steps. The length of traditional tour is 60...

The cave entrance is located in the cliff Bašta on the northern side of the Low Tatras Mts., only two kilometers northerly from the Demänovská Cave of Liberty. Ice fill has been formed in the cave for the last 500 years and in combination with calcite decoration the cave offers a very interesting tour. It is located on the right side of the Demänovská Valley and the northern side of the Low Tatras Mts., in the national nature reserve Demänovská Valley and in the territory of the Low Tatras National Park. The entrance is in the cliff Bašta at elevation of 840 m, about 90 m above the valley...

Children's World Slniečkovo found in Lipany, a village in the district Sabinov in eastern Slovakia. The four-storey indoor playground is part of Troja with a restaurant, pension and small wellness. For children there is also a children's playground, outdoor climbing frames, slides and carousel. Admission to the children's world is for a fee. About 700 meters away is the new Aquapark Lipany, which opens its doors in the summer of 2019.

Located in the heart of the ancient Nitra Diocese, the Diocesan Museum is one of the oldest church museums in Slovakia, founded as early as 1883. It presents a rich collection of sacred art, historical liturgical objects, rare manuscripts, and documents connected to the history of Christianity in Slovakia. The unique exhibition showcases more than a thousand years of spiritual heritage of Nitra, highlighting its role as a center of Christian faith and education. A visit to the museum offers an extraordinary journey into the past, where history, art, and faith intertwine.

Dino Adventure Park is located in Terchova in a pine grove next to the Vrsky Guest House. You can find there a variety of adrenaline attractions suitable for children but also for adults. The most prominent part of the area includes one of the most interesting children's rope park in Slovakia and of course the permanent exhibition of moving and static sculptures of giant dinosaurs. Opening hours May, June - weekends and holidays: 10:00 - 18: 00 July, August - open daily 10:00 - 18:00 September, October - weekends and holidays: 10:00 - 18:00 Price list Rope Park (persons...

DinoPark Košice is part of the zoological garden. In one place, you can encounter beautiful living animals as well as extinct prehistoric creatures. The cheerful grazing herd of stegosaurs that welcomes you right at the DinoPark entrance is just the beginning. Set in a beautiful scenic valley with a stream, our dinosaurs truly shine in this environment :-) Dozens of prehistoric rulers of our planet in life-size models, a unique 3D cinema for free, children's attractions, a paleontological playground, refreshments at the DinoGrill, and much more. Simply great fun for the whole family for the...

Andrej Bagar Theatre in Nitra has been operating since 1949; it is named since 1979 according to Andrej Bagar. Since 1992 it plays in one of the largest and most modern theatre buildings in Slovakia. The first Nitra's theatre was built in 1883 with a capacity of 360 seats. The building stood on the area of the current theatre of it served to the public until its destruction by air bomb in World War II. For theatrical purposes adapted area served since December 1949 - a full 43 years. At present, Old Theatre acts in this building acts. In 1979, the Nitra Regional Theatre was named after Andrej...

The Ján Palárik Theatre in Trnava is one of Slovakia’s most important cultural institutions. Its history dates back to the 19th century, and the building itself is an impressive architectural gem located in the historic city center. The theatre is named after Ján Palárik – a prominent Slovak playwright, publicist, and priest who significantly contributed to the shaping of national identity. Visitors can enjoy a diverse program of drama, musical performances, and children’s shows. The theatre’s atmosphere combines history with modern artistic expression, making it a popular destination...

The Dobšinská Ice Cave is situated in the Spiš-Gemer karst, in the national nature reserve Stratená, and by the character of glaciation belongs among the most important caves in the world. Ice fill occurs here in various forms and ice thickness reaches in some places 26 meters. The cave is located on the south-western edge of the Slovak Paradise National Park in the Spiš-Gemer karst. Cave entrance is on the northern slope of the Duča Hill at elevation of 969 m, 130 m above the bottom of the Hnilec Valley. You can get to cave from the Dobšinská ľadová jaskyňa settlement in the Slovak...

The Upside-Down House, also known as the House on the Roof, is located on the shores of Liptovská Mara, approximately 500 meters from the Tatralandia Aquapark. This tourist attraction near Liptovský Mikuláš is popular among families with children and anyone who wants to see something unusual and interesting. The house is fully furnished, with all the furniture attached to the ceiling above visitors’ heads. Inside, you’ll find a kitchen, a bathroom, and a children's room featuring various fairytale characters. Be careful during your visit, as you might feel dizzy— the house is...

The House of Music of Mikuláš Schneider-Trnavský is a unique cultural venue that connects history with music. Visitors can explore the life and work of the famous Slovak composer and conductor, best known for his iconic song How Beautiful You Are. The permanent exhibition showcases his creations alongside displays dedicated to the art of music. The atmosphere is enriched by concerts, lectures, and cultural events, making the House of Music a lively meeting place for music lovers. Located in the historic center of Trnava, just a short walk from St. John the Baptist Cathedral, it is an ideal destination...

The Rodošto House is a unique historical monument in the center of Košice, commemorating the exile of the famous Transylvanian prince Francis II Rákóczi. The building is a faithful replica of his house in exile in the Turkish city of Tekirdağ (formerly Rodošto) and is part of the East Slovak Museum complex. Visitors can explore Rákóczi’s life and legacy, view period exhibitions, and gain a deeper understanding of the anti-Habsburg uprisings. It is a remarkable place connecting Slovak, Hungarian, and Turkish history and culture.

The St. Elisabeth Cathedral is a Gothic cathedral in Košice. It is Slovakia's biggest church. The record on the existence of Košice dating from 1230 in connected with that on the existence of the rectory church. In the process of the settlement's transformation from a rural community into a town, all its periods of success and failures had been reflected on St. Elizabeth's Cathedral. According to historic data the present-day cathedral was built on the site of an edifice of older date which was consecrated to St. Elisabeth as well. It was referred to in the document of Pope Martin...

The St. Martin's Cathedral (Slovak: Katedrála svätého Martina) is a cathedral in Slovakia's capital, Bratislava. It is situated at the western border of the historical city center below Bratislava Castle. It is the largest and finest, as well as one of the oldest churches in Bratislava, known especially for previously being the coronation church of the Kingdom of Hungary. Currently, it is the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Bratislava. From 1995 to February 2008 it was the concathedral of the Archdiocese of Bratislava-Trnava.

The Dominican Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Košice is one of the oldest preserved sacred buildings in the city. Its origins date back to the first half of the 13th century, when the Dominicans arrived in Košice. Originally Romanesque, the church gradually expanded and acquired a Gothic appearance, which remains its dominant architectural style. A distinctive feature is the square tower rising above the historic city center. Inside, visitors can admire valuable Baroque altars and several artworks documenting the rich history of the Dominican order in Košice. The church was...

The small town of Donovalkovo is a place where children can play as their parents played in childhood. No internet, no tablet, no phone, just TOYS. Toys with capital letters. And parents can also relax, do not have to constantly chase and run alongside their children. This entertaining little town is located in Donovaly, next to the Patty Ski. In the children's capital, there are 21 small houses ready to fit into the children's world. The interactive family resort in Donovaly offers space for a day full of fun and creativity. In Donovalkovo you will find a cinema, a hospital or a fairytale...