Slovakia Travel Guide
Did you know?
The surface area of Slovakia is 18.9 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 187 in terms of the area in the world.
How far is it?
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The distance between Bratislava (SK) and Washington D.C. (US) is 4458 miles
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Safety
General travel safety level in Slovakia on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).
Level 1 • Exercise normal safety precautions.
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Slovakia
| Miles | Bratislava | Tatra National Park | Košice | Nitra | Banská Bystrica | Žilina | Low Tatras | Trenčín |
| Bratislava | - | 148 | 194 | 46 | 102 | 105 | 127 | 67 |
| Tatra National Park | 148 | - | 68 | 104 | 48 | 55 | 23 | 89 |
| Košice | 194 | 68 | - | 148 | 96 | 119 | 75 | 147 |
| Nitra | 46 | 104 | 148 | - | 57 | 70 | 82 | 40 |
| Banská Bystrica | 102 | 48 | 96 | 57 | - | 38 | 26 | 51 |
| Žilina | 105 | 55 | 119 | 70 | 38 | - | 45 | 39 |
| Low Tatras | 127 | 23 | 75 | 82 | 26 | 45 | - | 72 |
| Trenčín | 67 | 89 | 147 | 40 | 51 | 39 | 72 | - |
Best Ways to Experience Slovakia
- Cuisine
- Animals
Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel in a standard close to 1 star (hostels, public transport). When traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher (hotel room) or the same (dormitory accommodation).from
Tourist's budget
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Vaccinations
MoreAll travelers
You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Slovakia.
Most travelers
Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- United States
visiting 
Slovakia for tourism
A visa is not required.
- Allowed stay: 90 days
- 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
- Medical insurance required.
- Sufficient funds of $50 per person per day required.
- Registration within 3 working days required.
Electricity
230V (50 Hz)
In Slovakia the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, E sockets are used.
Click on the socket icon to see more information
Type C
Type EFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 186 / 231 Ranking | 5 459 642 Slovak 80.7%, Hungarian 8.5%, Roma 2% |
Area | 187 / 232 Ranking | 18.9 thous. mi² |
Life expectancy | 179 / 221 Ranking | 78.1 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 74.6women 81.8 |
Median age | 179 / 222 Ranking | 41.8 Average age of population expressed in years.men 40.1women 43.6 |
Population growth | 180 / 224 Ranking | -0.08% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 170 / 210 Ranking | 99.6% Ability to read, write and count.men 99.7%women 99.6% |
GDP | 157 / 194 Ranking | 32 015 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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