Spiš Castle

One of the largest castle ruins in Central Europe.

  • Apr–Oct
  • Best by car
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Spiš Castle

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk around the huge ruins of Spiš Castle on its hill.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Spiš Chapter church town and the walled town of Levoča with its tall wooden altar.
  3. EveningStay in Levoča and see its town hall lit up at night.

Day 2

Hike in Slovak Paradise.

What to eat

Bryndzové halušky and a bryndza cheese pie.

Local tips

Make the most of Spiš Castle

Beat the crowds

Calm most of the year. Summer weekends bring more visitors.

Best photo spot

The vast castle ruins spread over their hilltop, seen from the road near Spišské Podhradie.

Getting there

Easiest by car. Buses run from Levoča and Poprad to Spišské Podhradie, then it's an uphill walk.

Don't miss nearby

The walled town of Levoča and the church town of Spišská Kapitula.

Good to know

It's windy on top, even in summer; bring a jacket. The castle is open roughly from spring to autumn.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Spiš Castle

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Plan your visit

Getting to Spiš Castle

Getting there

  • Poprad-Tatry Airport (TAT)40 km away
  • Kraków Airport (KRK)140 km away
  • Kraków130 km away
  • Budapest210 km away

A car is the easiest way to get here and to see the area around it. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Nature
Getting thereBest by car
Stay1 night
CountrySlovakia

Questions

Spiš Castle: good to know

Is Spiš Castle worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and nature. One of the largest castle ruins in Central Europe.

How many days do you need in Spiš Castle?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Spiš Castle?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Calm most of the year. Summer weekends bring more visitors.

How do you get to Spiš Castle?

The nearest airport is Poprad-Tatry Airport (TAT), about 40 km away. Easiest by car. Buses run from Levoča and Poprad to Spišské Podhradie, then it's an uphill walk.

What is there to see near Spiš Castle?

Nearby hidden places include Zakopane (68 km), Wieliczka Salt Mine (121 km) and Eger (125 km).

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