City break in Kosice. Active leisure ideas for Kosice - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Kosice is a humble industrial town that can’t boast an abundance of nightlife and trendy shops. However, this picturesque corner of Slovakia has its own charm. Fans of eco-tourism and those, who want to spend time away from busy cities, would enjoy their rest there. In the immediate vicinity of Kosice there is a place called Volovske vrchy. It is a famous mountain range that never ceases to attract fans of ski sport and explorers of beautiful natural places.

In winter, ski resort is open for guests. There are hotel and center of sports equipment rental out there. It is worth mentioning that local ski slopes are oriented on beginners and are even suitable for families with children. In warmer months, mountain areas attract hikers. As slopes are quite low, it is not difficult rise to the top. A great beautiful panoramic view would reward your efforts.

Travelers will also be able to find some interesting entertainment options in the town. In the center there are popular cinemas, bars and pubs, as well as several night clubs. As we have noted already, the night life in Kosice isn’t very active, most restaurants and clubs close before midnight. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Those, who travel with family, should definitely look into the local amusement park. This is a real finding for fun rides fans, as there are recreational facilities for both children and adults in the amusement park. Fans of shopping will be pleased with lots of interesting souvenir shops and small markets, where you can buy interesting home decorations.

The largest shopping center of Kosice is Optima. In its territory, tens of shops, from boutiques with stylish accessories and clothing to children's toys stores, are situated. Those, who want to commemorate the trip with unusual souvenirs and national crafts, are recommended to go to the historic district of the town. There literally every house hosts an interesting craft shop or workshop, an art gallery or antique shop. On weekends, several markets are held in the town, where buyers are offered fresh grocery, national food and a variety of souvenirs.

Kosice offers a lot of opportunities for outdoor activities, including rope climbing in Tarzania Alpinka. This kind of pastime is ideal for spending time with family or friends, and the opportunity to have a picnic afterwards should never be missed. Apart from that, here you can fly a balloon and enjoy the picturesque urban spaces that look completely different, like a toy city, from the above. When it comes to water sports, tourists can try kayaking, boating and water skiing.

Any tourist route should definitely include a visit to Košice Zoo where travelers can see monitors, monkeys, zebras, penguins, deer and flamingos. This is a great place to cheer yourself up for the rest of the day, and if you're traveling with kids, this zoo is certainly a must-have. Nearby is DinoPark - another great place delighting small tourists. Figures of dinosaurs installed around the picturesque forest will fascinate not only children - even adults will have a great time looking into every detail. There are also several playgrounds and picnic areas on site.

Entertainment centers worth mentioning include Rebuy Stars Košice, which attracts gamblers. Slot machines and roulette tables are available here for those wishing to try their luck. The facility itself is nicely decorated, which pleases they eye and brings aesthetic pleasure. Well, one of the most popular tourist spots is Detská Železnica Košice where one can take a ride on a train and enjoy magnificent panoramic views of Kosice surroundings. Small travelers will be especially impressed so parents should definitely take children with them. Another great place to visit with kids is the wonderful playground Detský areál Anička. Adults will be able to spend time in a local cafe wile their children are having fun.

PanIQ Room is a great place to share some time with friends or family. Here, visitors can choose from several interesting rooms: so, tourists will be able to unravel the mystery of Leonardo da Vinci or follow the trail of a cannibal terrorizing the city - in any case, everyone will enjoy this kind of leisure due to non-trivial quests presented. In Kosice, karting enthusiasts must visit Cassovia Ring where tourists will surely get a fantastic experience. Have a good time in VR Gamers, a center presenting a virtual reality station. Fans of mini-golf can choose one of the beautifully designed centers: PlayGolf or Adventure Golf Green. Those vacationing with children or friends should be recommended to explore Laser Arena where they can choose such leisure activities as laser tag or paintball.

After active rest, many tourists spend time in Massage Studio Meridian - an excellent spa where you can wash off all the fatigue. As already noted, Košice's nightlife is not as vibrant as in Las Vegas, however, the city has several places where you can have a good time at night. Thus, if you want to try the best cocktails in town, be sure to visit Cubano Bar, Guinness Karaoke Music Pub is presented for those who love singing (music parties are not rare), and Smelly Cat is a bar for those who want enjoy a cozy atmosphere. Noise Arena Club will please those wishing to dance all night until the morning, and Retro Cult Club is designed for those who want to have a couple of beers listening to quality music.