Kosice attractions

There’re so many attractions in Kosice, enough for few good days in the city!

The most important monument is St. Elizabeth’s Cathedral, preponderating the city. It’s the easternmost Gothic cathedral in Europe, works on it began in 1378.

The building is stunning both inside and outside and the view from the tower is breathtaking and definitely worth taking 160 stairs up!

St. Elizabeth’s Cathedral, together with next door Urban’s Tower and Michal’s Chapel, were proclaimed a national cultural heritage.

The whole Gothic complex is located in the heart of Hlavna ulica – Main street.

This is the biggest historical area in Slovakia and walking up and down the pedestrian street, admiring beautiful bourgeois houses, or spending time in one of the numerous cafes and restaurants around is the highlight of every trip to Kosice.

The majority of the attractions you want to see are around the Main street: next to the Gothic complex there’s the State Theatre with unique singing fountains just in front (such a cool thing!), grand palaces are built along the street, the narrow, charming lanes are hidden behind the arches on both sides and the East Slovak Museum (with the Gold Treasure hiding almost 3000 gold coins among few other things) can be found at the end of Hlavna.

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Visit Kosice and its alternative spots

Being the European Capital of Culture 2013, Kosice has a lot to offer also on the alternative front.

The city is the best street art gallery in Slovakia, with huge murals adorning walls of blocks all over the city.

The former tobacco factory or military barracks now serve as cultural centers and the old swimming pool was transformed into a contemporary art museum!

Few steps away from the Main Street a charming lane – Hrnciarska – hides numerous craftsman stores.

Day trips from Kosice

LNot only the city is extremely interesting, but it also has a lot of great day trips opportunities! Once you are done with seeing the city you should set off to see the region.

One hour drive from Kosice can take you to the Tokaj region known for its amazing wines and relaxing atmosphere.

It makes a perfect day trip but you can easily spend a good few days there, just visiting (and enjoying) the wine cellars and discovering the area.

Every fan of active holidays will be delighted with nearby Tatra mountains and Slovak Paradise National park.

And if you’re looking for picture-perfect Central European towns you’re in for a treat too!

Kosice can be a perfect base to explore eastern Slovakia! You can easily travel from Kosice to places like Bardejov or Spis Castle.