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# Category: Slovakia

> Slovakia travel guides covering Bratislava, the High Tatras (Vysoké Tatry), Spišský hrad, and the painted villages of Čičmany — affordable Central European pricing, Tatras hiking versus the more crowded Polish side, and the often-overlooked spa-and-thermal-bath tradition. EU EES applies since April 10, 2026.

- [Slovakia](https://viatravelers.com/destinations/slovakia/) — Bratislava Castle overlooks three countries at once. Most visitors miss that — and the Old Town streets below it entirely.
- [Bratislava](https://viatravelers.com/destinations/bratislava/) — Bratislava borders both Austria and Hungary — the only capital that does. That quirk of geography explains everything about this city.
- [20 Best Places to Visit in Slovakia](https://viatravelers.com/best-places-to-visit-in-slovakia/) — Slovakia has more castles per square mile than almost anywhere in Europe, and most travelers still fly over it on the way to Prague.
- [20 Best Castles in Slovakia to Visit](https://viatravelers.com/best-castles-in-slovakia/) — Slovakia has over 180 castles — Bratislava Castle alone witnessed 11 royal coronations. Here are the ones worth rearranging your itinerary for.
- [17 Best Museums in Bratislava, Slovakia](https://viatravelers.com/best-museums-in-bratislava/) — Bratislava's museums are genuinely underrated. Danubiana alone — modern art on the Danube — is worth rerouting your whole itinerary.
- [20 Most Famous Historical Landmarks in Slovakia](https://viatravelers.com/landmarks-in-slovakia/) — Bratislava Castle dates to the 10th century. Spiš Castle to the 12th. Slovakia's landmarks are older than most travelers expect.
- [20 Essential Things to Do in Bratislava](https://viatravelers.com/things-to-do-in-bratislava/) — Explore Bratislava, Slovakia's iconic capital, a hidden gem easily accessible from Vienna and Budapest. Uncover 20 essential things to do, from historic castles to local attractions. Plan your perfect visit to "Blava" today!