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Slovakia is a beautiful country, with a range of attractive sites. Once you arrive here, with an incredible number of top tourist attractions in Presov, the city will undoubtedly entice and enchant you.
And in this Presov blog I’ll share with you some of my top things to do in Presov.
An itinerary of 5 days is good to see the most popular tourist attractions in Presov. But if you can add 2-3 days more you’d be able to experience rather than ‘see’ that an ordinary tourist does. Here is a combined list of best tourist places in Presov as well as some of the best things to do in Presov.
1. Šariš Castle
Šariš Castle are the ruins of an erstwhile castle located in Presov.
Quick Facts:
- The castle ruins is located on xa cone-shaped hill.
- The castle ruins is located xHilltop.
Address: 082 21 Veľký Šariš, Slovakia
2. Lomnický štít
Lomnický štít is a tall mountain standing majestically in Presov area.
Quick Facts:
- The mountain is located at an elevation of 2,634m.
- Some of the things Lomnický štít features include xan observatory from 1940.
An incredible sight, Lomnický štít scores high in the list of the best things to do in Presov.
3. Co-Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, Prešov
Co-Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, Prešov is an old Cathedral located in the Presov city.
The cathedral is adorned with a beautiful round dome and the views from up their are simply fantastic. Classical music and organ performances are often held within the Basilica and sometimes outdoors too.
Quick Facts:
- It is built in a mix of architectural styles namely Gothic architecture, Baroque architecture.
Address: Hlavná, 080 01 Prešov, Slovakia
4. Kapušany Castle
Kapušany Castle are the ruins of a fort perched on a cliff top.
With so much to offer, no wonder Kapušany Castle is one of the top things to do in Presov.
Address: 082 12 Kapušany, Slovakia
5. Poloniny National Park
Poloniny National Park is a nature and animal reserve located not far from Presov.
Start with the visitor center to help yourself get oriented. There are walking and cycling trails throughout for you to actively enjoy the place.
Quick Facts:
- Spread over an area of 407.8 km², it is difficult to take-in all in one go.
- It was in 1 October 1997 when it was established.
6. Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist
Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist is a charming old Cathedral located in the city of Presov, Slovakia.
The cathedral’s importance is further underscored by the presence of the tomb of the patron saint. Another highlight of Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist is its crypt, accompanied by sculptures on either sides, it is a resting place for prestigious noblemen.
Quick Facts:
- A fine example of Baroque, the cathedral is a center of xGreek Catholic faith.
A natural crowd puller, Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist is right up there in the list of best things to do in Presov.
Address: Hlavná 2871/1, 080 01 Prešov, Slovakia
7. Church of the Holy Cross
Located in the heart of Presov, Church of the Holy Cross, is another of the city’s architectural masterpieces.
In the church grounds there is a cemetry as well. A special feature of the basilica is its high altar and ceiling, which are both decorated with beautiful artwork.
Address: Kalvária, Slávičia 13, 080 01 Prešov, Slovakia
8. Regional Museum in Prešov
Regional Museum in Prešov is a museum in Presov documenting in details the region’s cultural history.
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Address: Hlavná 2985/86, 080 01 Prešov, Slovakia
9. Solivar Salt Museum
Solivar Salt Museum is a museum with unique collection situated in Presov.
Add it to your Presov trip if you have time.
Address: Námestie osloboditeľov 4, 080 05 Prešov-Solivar, Slovakia
10. Neptune Fountain
A beautiful public fountain located in Presov.
The stone walls have beautifully drawn carvings. A sizeable pool with clean water looks very tempting in the hot summer afternoons.
Address: Hlavná 2904/67, 080 01 Prešov, Slovakia
11. Jewish Orthodox Synagogue
Jewish Orthodox Synagogue is a prominent synagogue located in the older part of the Presov city.
The in-house museum is quite informative of the local Jewish history. The dome of the Jewish Orthodox Synagogue adds to the beautiful architecture.
Quick Facts:
- Some of the things Jewish Orthodox Synagogue features include regular musical concerts.
- The synagogue follows the Moorish architecture style, easily evident to a person with keen eye.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Presov trip.
Address: Okružná, 080 01 Prešov, Slovakia
12. Saris gallery in Prešov
A museum in Presov dedicated to collecting and preserving arts.
Numerous luminaries of the era gone by may be found in the gallery here. The Saris gallery in Prešov has enough to keep you spellbound for the better part of a day.
Address: Hlavná 2896/51, 080 01 Prešov, Slovakia
13. Observatory and planetarium in Prešov
A planetarium in Presov with a variety of displays on our solar system.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Presov trip.
Address: Dilongova 5883/17, 080 01 Prešov, Slovakia
14. Franciscan Monastery
Franciscan Monastery is a religious complex founded centuries ago.
Beautiful frescoes and simplistic decorations adorn the sanctuary’s walls, depicting biblical and other Christian scenes in vivid detail. The complex is essentially a collection of churches, learning centers and living quarters.
Address: Františkánske námestie 3238/1, 080 01 Prešov, Slovakia
15. Wine Museum
Wine Museum is an interesting museum dedicated to all things wine.
You can get a bottle of wine from the in-house store. A short audio visual presentation will teach about the art of winemaking.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Presov trip.
Address: Floriánova, 080 01 Prešov, Slovakia
16. Cathedral of St Alexander Nevsky
Cathedral of St Alexander Nevsky is a majestic Cathedral standing tall in the city of Presov, Slovakia.
Watching the gorgeous beams of light that fall at different times of the day is a true delight. The entrance features an elegant portico and a succession of magnificent archways.
Quick Facts:
- The cathedral was opened on 1946.
Address: Partizánska 3853/3, 080 01 Prešov, Slovakia
17. Mirkovská kosatcová lúka
Mirkovská kosatcová lúka is a nature reserve, and a protected area, with a lush green jungle scenery.
A whole world of discovery and adventure awaits you upon your visit to Mirkovská kosatcová lúka.
The reserve is spread over a large tract of land, covering several hundred acres of forested area. A playground for the ones looking for adventure.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Presov trip.
Thanks for reading this travel blog, hope now you know plenty of must see places in Presov. All in all, whether you are a backpacker, a solo traveler, slow traveler, a female traveler or a couple there are plenty of interesting things to do in Presov for everyone.
And it’s not difficult to create an itinerary that includes some of the best tourist attractions in Presov. If you have any questions or suggestions on sightseeing in Presov, I would love to hear them in the comments section below.