Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Kosice
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Kosice with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Kosice area
This Kosice map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Kosice and surroundings
Nature and parks of Slovakia
The Republic of Slovakia is a country located in the heart of the European continent. It does not have its own outlet to the sea. It has common borders with Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Ukraine. Slovak landscapes are predominately mountainous. On the Polish-Slovak border in the north-east of the country stretches the highest mountain range - the Tatra Mountains. The Carpathian Mountains stretch in the north of the country. About 75% of the country is located at altitudes of up to 760 meters above sea level. In the mountains of Slovakia, there are many lakes formed from the remnants of glaciers water. In Slovakia, there is only one lowland of Nitra, which is situated along the banks of the Danube on the border with Hungary. … OpenPhotogallery of Kosice sights
Our guide to Kosice
Advices for travellers
5. The peak tourist season is July and the first half of August. At that time, the town welcomes not only foreign tourists, but also locals from nearby towns. When planning a trip during this period, you need to book a hotel in advance. Also it is worth mentioning that in summer all local hotels and inns have slightly higher prices for accommodation. 6. When visiting restaurants and cafes it’s … Open
Active recreation
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 … Open
Festivals and events in Kosice
One of the most famous Slovakian festivals is the Biela Noc. At first, it is held in the capital of the country (at the end of September), and in early October, it finally reaches Košice. This is a real feast of light, which livens the night up and attracts visitors with its bright colors. Besides the magnificent illumination, on the central streets of Kosice, passers-by have a chance to listen to wonderful music … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
A must-have for all book lovers in Kosice is Knihkupectvo ARTFORUM. This beautiful bookstore is housed in a historic building. It sells not only fiction but also guides and books devoted to national culture, which are in great demand among tourists. For example, here you can buy a guide to the most interesting churches in Slovenia, as well as colorful albums with descriptions of Kosice attractions. The old … Open
Kosice for children - what to visit
Those who love active entertainment the most, should definitely visit the park Tarzania Alpinka. It is located on the territory of a beautiful forest park area. In this amusement park, a lot of extreme rides are prepared for visitors. You can ride a bungee, walk along rope bridges among trees, go through various obstacle courses, and also test your strength and dexterity in dozens of other original ways. Suitable … Open
Travel guide to Kosice
The building of the medieval prison Miklušova väznica, which was built in the 15th century, is also preserved in the city. Today it houses an interesting museum. In the prison, there are completely preserved old cells, a torture room, as well as an executioner's room where you can see his clothes and belongings. The executioner lived in the prison with his family. On the historic street Hrnčiarskej, there is … Open