Zoological garden in Spišská Nová Ves

Botanical, Zoological garden

The ZOO of Spišská Nová Ves in the Eastern Slovakia is the youngest and smallest ZOO in Slovakia. It is located close to the National park Slovak Paradise (Slovenský raj) which is one of the top national parks of Slovakia.

The ZOO covers 8 hectares in the lovely area of Madaras Park in the south-eastern part of the town, which is a favourite place of relax. It has been opened in 1989.

You can see here 300 animals and 90 species of exotic and domestic fauna. The most attractive of them are registered in the so called Red Book of Endangered Animals. A lot of woods in the ZOO provide a pleasant shade for animals and visitors, and it also gave rise to the arboretum containing more than 30 tree species. The lake and the brook give a special effect to the nice landscape of the ZOO.

2 playgrounds for children are also in the ZOO. During the summer season, junior visitors can spring on the air giraffe or air castle; they can ride a horse and enjoy many other attractions. Kiosks with fast foods and souvenirs are also available. A lot of events take place here every year. The whole year round you can visit the Pavilion AQUATERRA presenting aquarium and terrarium animals and the ZOO-shop.

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Monday – Sunday12:0012:00

20.4. - 31.5.
Ut - Ne: 10.00 - 18.00
1.6. - 30.6.
Ut - Pi: 9.00 - 18.00
So - Ne: 10.00 - 18.00
1.7. - 20.10.
Ut - Ne: 10.00 - 18.00
Pavilón Aquaterra je otvorený celoročne (okrem pondelkov).

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Places Around

Alex Park

Alex Park

One of the largest children's indoor parks in Slovakia.

LaborARTorium

LaborARTorium - experiment galeria - zmenšíme Vás! Ku chameleónovi 15x » ku škrečkovi 17x » ku mravcovi 330x. V Spišskej Novej Vsi je novootvorená zážitková galéria pre deti a dospelých, ktorí sa radi zabavia. Chcete zažiť niečo nové? Príďte do LaborARTória a zmenšíme vás do akvária ku škrečkom, k mravcovi a chameleónovi, ktorý mení farby.

Sauna in forest

Sauna in forest

At the foot of the forest in Spišský Hrhov, in an old orchard with a view of Spiš Castle, there is a sauna original in its architecture and concept. It is accessible free of charge to anyone who reserves it for an undisturbed experience. Reservations are possible via the form. The sauna has an unconventional shape on the outside, but inside it is built according to traditional techniques. It is without electricity, heats with wood in the oven and cools with water from the stream. The only stimuli from the surroundings are the starry sky and the sounds of the forest.

Šikľavá skala

A place you should enroll in your winter travel program. You can find a sloping rock near Spišská Nová Ves, between the villages of Matejovce nad Hornádom and Chrasť nad Hornádom.

Tower of the Basilica of St. James

Tower of the Basilica of St. James

The tower forms a part of the Basilica minor. The building borders basilica minor from the west, it has a prismatic shape and a neo-gothic octagonal superstructure from 1852-1858. Offers to the visitors a unique view of Levoča from 70 m height. Beautiful scenery of the historical square and the city of levoča ,the High and the Low Tatras ,Slovak Paradise and Marianska hora,the most famous pilgrim site in Slovakia,can be admired from the tower. Free entry after booking.

Myšia Hôrka

Myšia Hôrka

One of the most remarkable discoveries in Slovakia took place in the locality Myšia Hôrka in administrative territory of Spišský Štvrtok (district Poprad). Archaeologists dug out here the remains of a stone town from about 3,500 years ago.

Dúhový vodopád

Dúhový vodopád sa nachádza v najkratšej rokline Slovenského raja, konkrétne v Kláštorskej rokline. Je jedným zo siedmich vodopádov, ktoré spestrujú prírodu tejto rokliny.

Vodná nádrž Levoča

Vodná nádrž Levoča má rozlohu 3 000 metrov štvorcových a kapacitu až 3 500 návštevníkov. Do zariadenia je umožnený celoročný prístup autom a zabezpečené je parkovanie na rozsiahlom stráženom parkovisku.

Gorge Big Falcon

The longest and one of the wildest gorges in the Slovak Paradise is the Veľký Sokol gorge. According to legend, its name is derived from a huge predator who allegedly kidnapped a young woman once. The cubes of this baby are allegedly still scattered on high cliffs above the gorge.

The Spiš Shepherd’s Hut

We offer accommodation and traditional meals – we also organise events such as – Shrove Carnival Pig Slaughter, Goulash Festival Branisko, Spiš Folklore Festival, Master Piroh (pasty). Come and enjoy a weekend’s stay at The Shepherd’s Hut!

Hostinec Stará krčma

Hostinec Stará krčma

Rodinný Hostinec Stará krčma je situovaný na juhu Slovenského raja v horskej obci Stratená. Láka najmä prekrásnou 160-ročnou budovou, ktorá má históriu aj dušu a prekrásnym okolím, ktoré si počas slnečných dní môžete vychutnávať aj zo štýlovej letnej terasy.

Ranč pod Ostrou skalou

Ranč pod Ostrou skalou

Ranč pod Ostrou skalou neďaleko Dobšinskej ľadovej jaskyne, to je pravý western.

Dobré časy

Dobré časy

The "GOOD TIMES" pub is the place where everyone can find their taste of beer. Each day, up to 16 kinds of the best of the beer world are on display.

Zlatý Orol Guest - House

Zlatý Orol Guest - House

Located in Helcmanovce, 31 km from Košice, Penzion Zlaty Orol features a children's playground and sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

Ranč Čajka

AGROTURISTIKA - možnosť zapojiť sa do chodu gazdovsta a chaty, starostlivosť o zvieratá, ich kŕmenie, čistenie koní, osedlanie koní, pomoc pri ustajnení koní, napájaní, vyhnojovaní, kosiť čerstvú trávu, jazda na traktore. Túto možnosť oceňujú rodičia s deťmi, ktoré tak majú možnosť naučiť sa veľa o zvieratách a prírode, ale aj dospelí milovníci prírody, alebo pod neustálym tlakom pracujúci manažéri. JAZDA NA KONI je pre niektorých jedinečným zážitkom, atrakciou ale aj koníčkom, ktorému venujú celý svoj život. Pre tých čo sa chcú povoziť, naučiť sa jazdiť, starať sa o kone, objednať si celé stádo pre svoje podujatie, jazdiť na saniach, nočné jazdy, výlety po okolí a iné.

Motorest Goral

Motorest Goral

Slovenská tradícia v kuchyni. Meníme obyčajný obed na skvelé zážitky.

Penzión u Hanky

Penzión u Hanky

Reštaurácia Penziónu u Hanky v podhorskej obci Telgárt je jedným z mála miest, kde si dnes môžete pochutnať na domácom chlebe s domácim maslom a džemom, ktorý zapijete domácim mliekom alebo čajom pripraveným zo surovín z okolitých lúk a lesov.

Horehronská kúria

Horehronská kúria

Situated in Telgárt in the Banskobystrický kraj Region, 36 km from Tatranská Lomnica, Horehronská Kúria boasts a barbecue and views of the mountain. The guest house has a sun terrace and views of the garden, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site.

Hotel Preveza

Hotel Preveza

Located in Spisska Nova Ves, 5 km from the Slovak Paradise National Park and 3 km from the Rittenberg Ski Area, Hotel Preveza offers an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a sauna, and a restaurant with a terrace.

Penzion Venusa

Penzion Venusa

Penzion Venuša is a 3-star property set in Spišská Nová Ves. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving European cuisine. Markusovce Manor House is 6 km away and Hornad River Valley is 13 km from the guest house. All rooms at the guest house come with a seating area. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Penzion Venuša also have free WiFi. At the accommodation the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.

Pension Renesance

Pension Renesance

Penzion Renesance is located in central Spisska Nova Ves and nearby the Roman-Catholic Parish Church Ascent, one of the highest church-tower in Slovakia. WiFi and wired internet, as well as private parking are available free of charge.

RUDOLF Apartment

In the centre of Spišská Nová Ves, Apartmany Rudolf is 3 km from Rittenberg Ski Area, and offers stylish rooms and apartments with free WiFi and private parking.

Parkhotel CENTRUM ***

Parkhotel CENTRUM ***

Located in the centre of Spišská Nová Ves, 3 km from the Slovak Paradise National Park and 10 km from the Levocska Dolina Ski Resort, Parkhotel Centrum offers a gym, a sun bed and massages. Free Wi-Fi is provided in public areas.

Hotel Metropol

Hotel Metropol

Located in Spišská Nová Ves, 3 km from the Slovak Paradise National Park, Hotel Metropol features a spa centre, a restaurant and en-suite rooms with free WiFi.

Pension RESA**

Penzión RESA sa nachádza v širšom centre metropoly Spiša,v polyfunčnej budove RESA - blízko železničnej a autobusovej stanice. Oceníte ľahkú dostupnosť verejnej dopravy, ktorá Vás bezpečne prepraví na ktorékoľvek zvolené miesto.

Hostinec Stará krčma

Hostinec Stará krčma

Rodinný Hostinec Stará krčma je situovaný na juhu Slovenského raja v horskej obci Stratená. Láka najmä prekrásnou 160-ročnou budovou, ktorá má históriu aj dušu a prekrásnym okolím, ktoré si počas slnečných dní môžete vychutnávať aj zo štýlovej letnej terasy.

Zlatý Orol Guest - House

Zlatý Orol Guest - House

Located in Helcmanovce, 31 km from Košice, Penzion Zlaty Orol features a children's playground and sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

Penzión u Hanky

Penzión u Hanky

Reštaurácia Penziónu u Hanky v podhorskej obci Telgárt je jedným z mála miest, kde si dnes môžete pochutnať na domácom chlebe s domácim maslom a džemom, ktorý zapijete domácim mliekom alebo čajom pripraveným zo surovín z okolitých lúk a lesov.

Horehronská kúria

Horehronská kúria

Situated in Telgárt in the Banskobystrický kraj Region, 36 km from Tatranská Lomnica, Horehronská Kúria boasts a barbecue and views of the mountain. The guest house has a sun terrace and views of the garden, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site.

COMPACT Skydive & Flying

COMPACT Skydive & Flying

POŽIČOVŇA OBLOHY | COMPACT Skydive zabezpečuje komplexné služby v oblasti športového a rekreačného parašutizmu. (Zdroj: www.compact.sk)

Sauna in forest

Sauna in forest

At the foot of the forest in Spišský Hrhov, in an old orchard with a view of Spiš Castle, there is a sauna original in its architecture and concept. It is accessible free of charge to anyone who reserves it for an undisturbed experience. Reservations are possible via the form. The sauna has an unconventional shape on the outside, but inside it is built according to traditional techniques. It is without electricity, heats with wood in the oven and cools with water from the stream. The only stimuli from the surroundings are the starry sky and the sounds of the forest.

Thermal Pool Vrbov near Kežmarok

Thermal Pool Vrbov near Kežmarok

In the Thermal Pool Vrbov you will find the right geothermal water, which is considered one of the best mineral waters in Central Europe containing important mineral substances for the human body. Geothermal water, which the pools are filled by, springs from a depth of over 2000 m and contains minerals with beneficial effects on the musculoskeletal and respiratory system, nervous system, skin and cardiovascular system.

Paintball Dúbrava

Areály Paintball Dúbravka je nové paintballové ihrisko na Spiši, kde sa môžete vyblázniť a zažiť plno adrenalínu. Ihrisko má zatiaľ cca 140 prekážok, 5 bunkrov a 1 most, ale počet stále narastá a rozlohu cca 7500 m2. Ideálny počet hráčov je 8 – 12.

AquaSpa Gánovce

AquaSpa Gánovce

Healing springs have been mentioned in the area of Gánovce as far back as 1549. A spa village was gradually built around them.

Aquapark Aquacity

Aquapark Aquacity

AquaCity Poprad is a modern and eco-friendly tourist resort which is literally self-sufficient in terms of energy. Using geothermal water and solar energy on a daily basis prevents tonnes of carbon dioxide from being released into the atmosphere. AquaCity manages to cut energy costs and return the savings back to customers in the form of affordable eco-friendly luxury.

Spa Štós

The climatic Štós Spa, which was established in 1883, is located in the picturesque part of southeastern Slovakia and surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery full of fir and pine trees on the boundary of Spišské rudohorie mountain range and the Slovak Karst.

Spiš Theatre

Spiš Theatre

Spišské divadlo je divadlom s vyše 40-ročnou históriou, ktoré pod týmto názvom pôsobí od roku 1992 v budove Reduty, ktorú v roku 1902 pre spoločnosť Imre Halmaiho Straussa postavil staviteľ Kálman Gezster. Jediné na Slovensku pôsobí ako zájazdové divadlo s prioritnou orientáciou na deti a mládež.

Markušovce Manor House

Markušovce Manor House

One of the stateliest buildings of eastern Slovakia is situated in the southern part of region Spiš. It is the manor house Markušovce.

Stone bridge in Spišský Hrhov

Stone bridge in Spišský Hrhov

Stone bridge in Spišský Hrhov, in eastern Slovakia, is one of interesting historical and technical monuments, which still serve their purposes. It is one of few conserved historic bridges in region of Spiš.

Master Pavol’s House - Spiš Museum SNM Levoča

The exhibition is located at the square in the burgess house no. 20 whose facade catches one’s eye with the motive of a seashell. Life and work of Master Pavol of Levoča, one of the greatest late-Gothic masters, is presented.

St Jacob church - Levoča

St Jacob church - Levoča

The Roman-Catholic St Jacob church is one of the most important sacral buildings in Slovakia. Its wooden main altar of St James is the tallest of its kind in the world.

Gotická kaplnka v Spišskom Štvrtku

Gotická kaplnka v Spišskom Štvrtku

Azda najkrajšia gotická stavba na Slovensku – Kaplnka Zápoľských sa nachádza v Spišskom Štvrtku, ležiacom na juhozápadnom okraji Levočských vrchov. Zanechal ju po sebe rod Zápoľských, jeden z významných šľachtických rodov Spiša.

St Martin’s Cathedral – Spišská Kapitula

St Martin’s Cathedral – Spišská Kapitula

The most important building of Spišská Kapitula, which was along with other monuments in environs of the Spiš Castle inscribed in the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage, is the Late-Romanesque St Martins Cathedral.

The Spišský Castle

In the eastern horizon of Spišské Podhradie towers the Spiš Castle. As a National Cultural Monument, Spiš Castle with its area of more than four ha, and partially in ruins, is one of the largest castle compounds in Central Europe. Spiš Castle was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1993.

Events Around

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