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Slovakia
Discover Slovakia’s medieval castles, royal mining towns and fascinating Central European heritage. From Bratislava’s Danube-side streets to the Gothic treasures of Spiš and the mountain landscapes of the Tatras, every region reveals another chapter of the country’s history.
A LAND OF CASTLES, KINGDOMS AND MOUNTAINS
Discover Slovakia Through the Ages
From the early Slavic principalities and the medieval Kingdom of Hungary to historic mining settlements, Gothic churches and the emergence of modern Slovakia, the country’s heritage is woven into its castles, towns and mountain valleys.
EXPLORE BY DESTINATION
Discover Slovakia’s Destinations
Bratislava
Explore Slovakia’s capital on the Danube, from Bratislava Castle and the medieval Old Town to coronation history, palaces and the iconic St. Martin’s Cathedral.
Košice
Discover the Gothic St. Elisabeth Cathedral, historic Hlavná Street and the trading heritage of eastern Slovakia’s largest city.
Banská Štiavnica
Wander through a UNESCO-listed mining town known for its medieval fortifications, Baroque streets and pioneering mining history.
Levoča
Visit the beautifully preserved medieval square, town walls and St. James Church, home to Master Paul’s extraordinary Gothic wooden altar.
Spiš Castle
Explore the spectacular ruins of one of Central Europe’s largest castle complexes, overlooking the historic Spiš region.
SLOVAKIA THROUGH THE AGES
A Brief History of Slovakia
From Great Moravia and centuries within the Kingdom of Hungary to Czechoslovakia and independence in 1993, Slovakia’s layered past lives on in its fortresses, old towns and cultural traditions.
9th century
Great Moravia
Much of present-day Slovakia forms part of the influential early medieval state of Great Moravia.
c. 1000
Kingdom of Hungary
The territory becomes part of the Kingdom of Hungary, remaining linked to it for centuries.
1526
Habsburg Rule
After the Battle of Mohács, the Habsburgs rise to rule the Kingdom of Hungary.
1918
Czechoslovakia
The Czechoslovak Republic is established after the collapse of Austria-Hungary.
1989
Velvet Revolution
Peaceful protests bring an end to communist rule in Czechoslovakia.
1993
Independent Slovakia
Slovakia becomes an independent republic on 1 January following the peaceful dissolution of Czechoslovakia.
Medieval Kingdoms
Great Moravian sites and centuries of Hungarian royal rule shaped Slovakia’s fortified cities, churches and castles.
Castles & Gothic Towns
From Spiš Castle to Levoča’s remarkable altar, Slovakia preserves some of Central Europe’s finest medieval heritage.
Mining Heritage
Historic towns such as Banská Štiavnica tell the story of silver mining, technical innovation and prosperous trade.
PLAN YOUR SLOVAKIA TRIP
Everything You Need for Slovakia
Plan your journey through Slovakia, including historic accommodation, guided tours, scenic drives, flights and connections between cities.
Hotels
Stay in historic city hotels, welcoming mountain guesthouses or converted heritage buildings near Slovakia’s best-known sights.
Tours & Activities
Explore castles, medieval towns, traditional villages and remarkable UNESCO-listed monuments on guided experiences across Slovakia.
Car Hire
Discover Slovakia’s castles, mountain valleys and smaller historic towns at your own pace by car.
Flights
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Trains & Buses
Find rail and bus connections linking Bratislava, Košice and Slovakia’s historic towns.