Location: Zvolen
Top Things to do in Zvolen
9 Things to Do in Zvolen That You Shouldn't Miss
Zvolen ( pronunciation (help·info); Hungarian: Zólyom, German: Altsohl) is a town in central Slovakia, situated on the confluence of Hron and Slatina rivers, close to Banská Bystrica. It is a seat of an okres (Zvolen District).
Restaurants in Zvolen
1. Zvolen Castle
Overall Ratings
4 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By Michael T - West Vancouver, Canada
We were there on a Monday and it was closed. We could look around though and weren't hugely impressed. Walls have been paired to give the impression of stone work and it isn't very elaborate. Maybe it's worth a visit if you can get in but I wouldn't make a special trip.
2. Pusty Hrad (Deserted Castle)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By matuskopalocko - Bratislava, Slovakia
Deserted castle is the one of the biggest ruine of csstle in Europe. The arxheologisy are working 24/7 and discover more and more artrfacts from this huge castle. Ot os great place for grill party with the family friends or just for the couples. It serves wo derful views on the Zvolen town. Ot is not so dificult to go up. If you visit Zvolen town for couple of days you can not forget this attraction. It is for free so enjoy the great day on the castle.
3. Arboretum Borova Hora
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By jezko-ZV - Zvolen
A natural and landscaping arboretum with an area of nearly 50 ha, focused on the original European woody species their forms and varieties, with the biggest Rosarium in Slovakia (over 800 varieties many from Czech and Slovak breeders) and a decent collection of cactees and succulents (focused on Mexico and the U.S.) .
Area is accessible network of paved roads and grass tracks and paths with turn signals indicative and brief information board. There are several small caves in travertine hill Borová hora (Pine Mountain) near with forest steppe and lime forest. The length of stay depends on the interest of the visitor, normally sufficient is from two to three hours, for connoisseurs, the whole day is not enough. Suitable for a visit with older children, friends and experts on woody species cultivars, roses and succulents.
Admission is per day - children over 6 years 1 €, adults 2 € . There´s the opportunity to purchase a printed guide. Opened from March 15 to October 31 in working days from 7 - 15, week days in 21., 24. and 38. Open weekends at 21, 24 and 38 weeks of the year.
Toilets are in the area. Shop with plants.
Parking for cars is in the area, for buses and cars with a caravan at a nearby parking (100 meters) . Near is a grocery, pub and pizzeria.
4. Church of Saint Elizabeth
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By matuskopalocko - Bratislava, Slovakia
This church is the most historical part of Zvolen town. It is from the year 1244. It is sacred to St. Elizabeth and for the town of Zvolen has really big importance. The visitors can find here the silence, calm and spiritual elation. It is situated in the old town fast in the middle of SNP square. It is very beautiful building to see and also if you would like to see the Zvolen city from the sky, you can arrange the visiting from the church tower. The keys from the tower are in clergyman's house behind the church. I recommend to see it if you are in Zvolen town.
5. Pancierovy vlak - Armored train of Hurban
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
6. Pamatnik SNP
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Etosha - Lancaster, United Kingdom
This is the Museum of the National Uprising (in 1944, against the Nazis). The main concentration is on the history of Slovakia from the 1930s to the end of the war. The fate of the Jews is also well covered. We spent more time here than we had expected - the displays are interesing and well laid out.
The Museum is closed on Mondays.
7. Namestie SNP
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By PatrickLLLLL - Hong Kong, China
The park is surrounded by colourful houses, a memorial to the Slovakian National Uprising, St. Elizabeth's Church and a skating rink in winter with children playing there. At one end is a modern shopping centre. A place to relax and while away some free time.
8. Castle of Ostrolucky
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Peter K
Veľmi pekný kaštieľ, s bohatou históriou. Narodila sa tu, bývala a v rodinnej hrobke je aj pochovaná Adela Ostrolúcka, na svoju dobu veľmi vzdelaná šľachtičná, údajne priateľka Ľudovíta Štúra. Samotný kaštieľ je momentálne v zlom stave. Vačšia časť patrí obci a zrejme peniaze na rekonštrukciu nie sú. Bol by to krásny spoločenský priestor.
9. A monument to fallen soldiers of the Soviet Army
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
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