Slovakia: main airports
Slovakia is served by several airports: Bratislava, the country's main hub, Košice, Poprad-Tatry, gateway to the High Tatras, as well as the small airports of Žilina and Sliač.
The country offers medieval castles, the peaks of the High Tatras, UNESCO World Heritage karst caves and a historic center in Bratislava overlooking the Danube.
Slovakia: recommended activities
Slovakia: visa and entry requirements
Slovakia is part of the Schengen area: EU citizens can enter with a valid ID card, while other non-Schengen countries can stay for up to 90 days in 180 without a visa if coming from exempt countries (including the US, Canada, Australia).
A valid passport or ID document is required.
Slovakia: safety
Slovakia is among the safest countries in Europe, with violent crime very rare.
Usual precautions apply for mountain activities: always check weather conditions before hiking or skiing.
Slovakia: health situation
No mandatory vaccinations are required for entry. Tap water is drinkable throughout the country.
For hikes in the High Tatras, consider adequate acclimatization and equipment suited to mountain weather conditions, which can change rapidly.
Slovakia: currency, payments and connectivity
The currency is the euro (EUR). The official languages are Slovak, alongside Hungarian in some areas of the south; English is widespread among young people and in tourist areas.
Trains are an excellent option for traveling between Slovak cities, often more comfortable and cheaper than traveling by car.
