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Regularly updated information on travelling in Slovakia, including tips on the newest attractions and the traditional must-see sights. More information about travel in Slovakia can be found in our travel guides Spectacular Slovakia.
Seven wild things you can do in Bratislava!
Jump in an armoured personnel carrier or enter a rage room – and find out.
Fancy spending a night at Trenčín Castle?
Selected structures to be repaired, and new exhibits added.
3 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days
Join conversational French sessions with native speaker or discover the beauty of Slovak and Ukrainian embroidery workshop.
To mitigate flooding, help with fires, attract tourists. Dam to be built in popular area
More infrastructure added to the mix.
Winter magic under the rails in central Slovakia
A hidden icefall captivates visitors.
3 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days
Join the special procession with theatrical performances or observe a rare celestial event at Bratislava Castle.
Bratislava turns into a snow wonderland. See the stunning photos
The snowfall has brought joy to residents.
Why this house is the talk of the town
A pensioner’s house is unmissable.
Six seats, three minutes: Bachledova Valley’s cable car sets a new standard
The resort is drawing more foreign visitors, aided by air links with Poland.
Skiing in style: The best resorts and what they’ll cost you
In most cases, expect to pay more than you did last year.
Tracing a phantom is a fun way to discover Bratislava
As they play, tourists can pass through some of the city's modern shopping malls, like Nivy and Eurovea.
Slovak Paradise's Piecky Gorge is now open to tourists after extensive reconstruction
The 3km-long gorge is among the quieter routes in the national park.
3 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days
Join Christmas workshops and create festive decorations or watch the film by director Parajanov in Nová Cvernovka.
Ski tourers heading to the Tatras this season can rest easy
Fees for using the slopes postponed to next season.
People were banned from entering this valley for 20 years. It is now reopening
The secluded area, which is home to rare species endemic to Slovakia, is not suitable for mass tourism.
3 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days
Visit the unique concert of Elisabeth Plank or Christmas market in the Old Market Hall.
Not just for Santa: Utekáč’s chimney is now a climber’s dream
The attraction has reopened to the public.
Spiš counts on Slovak Paradise crowds, but infrastructure needed
A gateway to Slovak Paradise, Hrabušice is embracing its potential as a year-round destination.
Welcome to the "Tuscany of the East"
Set out on a trip to the Spiš region, full of mansions and hidden gems.
Communism had to end for Bratislava's café scene to thrive again
In addition to cosy cafés, there are much-loved ice-cream shops in the city.
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