Hidden Gems of Western Slovakia

Explore the diverse attractions of Western Slovakia through its most distinctive local spots. This collection features the 19th-century Synagóga Café, a restored orthodox synagogue, and Thalmeiner, a café recreating the atmosphere of the First Republic. Nature and wildlife highlights include Driny Cave, the only large public cave in the region, and Malkia Park, a specialized sanctuary for rescued animals born in captivity. The list is completed by the award-winning Žiwell microbrewery in Piešťany, known for its curated selection of craft beers.

Synagóga Café

Synagogue Cafe is housed in a former orthodox synagogue from the 19th century that was restored in 2010.

Driny Cave

Driny Cave is an only larger cave available to the public in western Slovakia.

Thalmeiner

Thalmeiner Café was built in a style of a previous first republic café and you can breathe in the recreated history in this place.

Malkia Park

Malkia Park is a fairly new park built in 2016 as an animal rescue shelter mostly for animals who were born in captivity.

Žiwell Brewery

Žiwell Brewery is a small Slovak brewery based in Piestany. It has won countless awards with its craft beer and you can currently choose…