5 days in Nitra Itinerary

Nitra is a city in western Slovakia, situated at the foot of Zobor Mountain in the valley of the river Nitra. Nitra Castle and Cachtice Castle will appeal to history buffs. Family-friendly places like Bojnice Zoo and Biofarma Priroda will thrill your kids. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Nitra: SNM - Bojnice Castle Museum (in Bojnice), Arboretum Borova Hora (in Zvolen) and Old Castle Banska Stiavnica (in Banska Stiavnica). There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Trenciansky Hrad, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. John the Baptist Cathedral, step into the grandiose world of Cerveny Kamen Castle, and enjoy breathtaking views from Town Tower.

To find maps, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Nitra trip itinerary site.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiport is M. R. Štefánik Airport. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.