Top Activities on the Ground in Banská Bystrica

Town of Zilina. What is like Zilina today? Sleepy industrial town?. . . or vivid basecamp for sports and nature lovers surrounded by mountains? Town on the periphery of Slovakia? . . or beating heart of North-West region? Busy transportation junction? or place where construction workers are struggling to build a tunnel for last 20 years? Zilina has many stories to tell. This is capital of Zilina Region, a historical medieval town shaped by communism and industrial past. Cultural junction of Slovak, Czechs, Poles, Jews, Germans, Koreans and other cultures. This is a unique 2. 5 hours tour! We will explore must see but also off the beaten track spots. You can hear best authentic stories from your local guide - from me - about WWII times, industrial revolution, communism period, everyday life and much more. Explore how the 20th century shaped life of the people in Zilina. Discover the identity of this town!

Explore the High and Low Tatras on this full-day private tour from Bratislava. Visit Strecno Castle and take in views of Strbske Pleso and quaint Slovak villages. Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local sheep farm (not included). Private transportation included between the Bratislava train station and the town of Zilina.