Košice Old Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Košice Old Town
Popular places to visit
Hlavna Ulica
Grandiose palaces, medieval towers, museums, restaurants and stunning churches decorate this regal boulevard, which cuts through the heart of Košice.
Crafts Lane
You can find out about the history of Kosice with a visit to Crafts Lane. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
St. Elisabeth Cathedral
Medieval legend says that removing one stone from this 600-year-old cathedral could cause its collapse. Visit Slovakia’s largest church to discover this legend and even more extraordinary facts.
Musical Fountain
After visiting Musical Fountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kosice. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.
Hlavné Nám
Find out about the history of Kosice when you take a trip to Hlavné Nám. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Peace Marathon Square
You can learn about the history of Kosice with a stop at Peace Marathon Square. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its cathedral.
Our pick of the best Košice Old Town Hotel Deals
Hotel Yasmin
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kosice
All was perfect, nice installation and amenities according to the expectations
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Crystal
The hotel room was nice and clean and quite spacious. Unfortunately, no hand towels were provided, the shower door let the water out and made the bathroom floor very wet which is quite dangerous. The bathroom door lock didn't work. The receptionists were very polite and helpful. The breakfast offered ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Horse inn Pension
Boutique Hotel Bristol
This hotel is a great option to be in the old town area of Kosice. Very convenient location. Good breakfast. Clean.
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Penzión Sport
I booked a single occupancy room. Located near the staircase. Given the positive reviews I was expecting a decent room. But the room was tiny and the bed was too narrow and up against the wall. Which made sleeping awkward. The carpet in my room had a burn mark, but the bathroom was very clean My ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Košice Old Town
District of Košice I
While you're in District of Košice I, take in top sights like Hlavna Ulica and jump on the metro at Bruselska Stop to see more of the city.
Džungľa
When in Džungľa, you can plan a visit to Peace Marathon Square and Crafts Lane, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Západ
Though Západ may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Steel Arena and Hlavna Ulica.
Juh
If you're spending some time in Juh, Steel Arena and Muza Hotel are top sights worth seeing.
Vyšné Opátske
Vyšné Opátske might not have many top sights, but Hlavna Ulica and Alpinka Golf Kosice are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ťahanovce
While there might not be top attractions in Ťahanovce, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Peace Marathon Square and Crafts Lane.
