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3-Day Banska Stiavnica Itinerary
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Updated • updatedAug 20, 2025
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Banska Stiavnica in 3 days
If you only have 3 days to spend in Banska Stiavnica, we’ve narrowed down the top places you should check out to get the best experience of your time here.
Banská Štiavnica is a UNESCO-listed former mining town set in an extinct volcano, known for its well-preserved medieval and Renaissance architecture. Visitors can explore atmospheric streets lined with historic burgher houses, the Old and New Castles, and the open-air mining museum that documents its silver-mining past. The town’s baroque Calvary complex overlooks the valley, while nearby “tajchy” (historic mining lakes) and surrounding hills offer scenic walking and seasonal outdoor activities.
With favorites like Sitno, Kammerhof, and Information center Banská Štiavnica, we’ll make sure you don’t miss out on all the must sees. We even included some of our favorite food spots around the area, like #RUINbar • Restaurant & Music and Svätá Barborka PIZZERIA so you can get the best taste of Banska Stiavnica while you’re here. To see our full list of food recommendations, check out our best restaurants post. If you're traveling on a budget, you can check out our cheap eats post.
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- Banska Stiavnica in 3 days
- Most popular attractions
- Proximity is everything
- Off the beaten path
Day 1
Most popular attractions
For day 1, we strategically grouped the most popular attraction, Apartment Calvary, with surrounding point of interests to start your trip off with a bang. Combining the average time spent at each location and traveling time in between, it should fill up about 8 hours of your day.
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•Nyumbani P — Google reviewMichael B — Google reviewTibor S — Google reviewMichiel V — Google reviewMimi — Google reviewLovelinus I — Google reviewDivaTaste — Google review
Slovak Mining Museum - Mining Museum in Nature
4.7
(2353)
4.4
(135)
Museum
Natural History Museums
The Slovak Mining Museum, also known as the Mining Museum in Nature, offers guided tours of mining tunnels and showcases wooden dwellings from various parts of the country. It provides a comprehensive insight into the life of a miner and the evolution of mining techniques. Visitors can walk through cold and narrow tunnels to experience what it was like to work as a miner with limited technology. English-speaking guides are available upon request for an additional fee, who offer an informative tour with amusing anecdotes.
You can buy your ticket with cash or card. The mining museum was very interesting,the guide was really cool.
Boglárka V — Google review
Interesting tour of the mine.
Parking is outside via an app or payment meter.
€5 for 2 hours or €10 all day.
Ticket prices for the museum are €14 per adult.
It can be wet inside the mine, so wear footwear that is good on wet, wooden planks....can be slippery.
Given an overcoat, helmet and torch before the tour
Free parking, tour takes 70mins, guide gave speech in local language and we had English notes. Nice and cool underground. Above ground limited artefacts to view but very enjoyable. Gift shop and snacks available.
We were just outdoor, but still a worth time we spent there. Kids had fun, there is very good exposition of rocks and minerals. The video for kids is very interesting, however, in slovak only so it has no value for a foreign visitor. Visits to the mines are scheduled every hour.
A bit creepy to be under ground in a place that's dark and dripping and where walking is a bit awkward because of the old mine tracks under your feet.
But really well managed, with helmets and raincoats to protect you from too much damage.
Unfortunately the tour was only in Slovak but the written English explanation helped. And the extra guide who speaks enough good English to explain what we asked.
Great experience!
Nice experience for adults and kids too. Reasonably staffed (helphull ladies at shop/coffee). Wide exterior/ground exposition and intresting mine/undergroud area. Could do with coat exchange (ones you get to protect your clothes)as some are worn down.
Fun experience.
But if you are a non Slovak speaker, you will need to pay an extra €20 for an English tour guide, which is I didn't do.
But go inside the tunnel is still fun to do.
One of the stop of the tour train. Take this little red train hop on hop off to watch around the old town, joyful to be bumped up and down all the way.
The highlight in the town is to visit the ancient underground mine. Different from the salt mines in Poland and Austria, due to the volcanic eruption, the metal mines here are rich in gold, silver and copper, and are narrow, dark and humid. There are running water on both sides of the trail, and sleeping upside-down bats can be seen in the cave, close at hand.
There are 14 levels in total, the top two levels are open for visitors, 50 meters deep, 8-9 degrees Celsius, equipped with helmet searchlights, and the whole journey takes 90-100 minutes to walk.
Jozefa Karola Hella 12, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
13 min · 0.66 mi
2•Eszter C — Google reviewNeil C — Google reviewZiggy G — Google reviewMark C — Google reviewJán D — Google reviewAndrej K — Google reviewMichael — Google review
New Castle
4.5
(1232)
4.0
(88)
Museum
Sights & Landmarks
Castle
New Castle, located in Banska Stiavnica, is a 16th-century hilltop bastion that serves as an elegant architectural dominant of the town. This whitewashed Renaissance fortress was built to protect against potential Turkish invasions and has a striking appearance due to its historical significance as the site of battles with the Turks. Today, it operates as a museum showcasing displays on mining, weaponry, military uniforms, and the history of Turkish wars.
A nice little castle, or dungeon, as inside it is very simple architecture. The price is ok and there's a cool collection of weapons and firearms. Canon, rifles, pistols etc with swords, daggers and armors. Disposition of material is simple but you have small rooms which are well decorated. At the top floor, you will have a perfect view on the town below, the old castle and the red cavalry far away. I recommend the visit!
Le P — Google review
That's a nice castle museum where you can see relics and get info on the historical event around the Osman Turkish invasion.
There are printed guides in different languages, the view from here is awesome.
The parking lot is not far from here, 2 mimutes walk maybe. The staff is helpful.
Castle showing exhibits relating to the military aspects of the local area and the interaction with the Ottoman Turks. Whilst interesting was quite limited and I felt that more could have been done with the top floor showing how the e land and the locals interaction with it had changed
It is very cool it’s so historic. so much photos and historical things
Go just before the hour and you get trumpets and bells, great stuff! It's not a big walk unless you're a dachshund kind of person
One of many attractions in Banská Štiavnica. Na Castle was built as defensive and observatory tower during the way with Turkish soldiers during medieval time. That's also the topic for expositions inside the Castle. There are many weapons, pictures and maps explaining this difficult time of the history of this region. There are also wonderful vie from the top. I recommend coming after dark in winter time to see Calvary lit with lights. There is steep path leading towards Castle made of uneven stone which is not good for stroller. There are many stairs inside the Castle which makes it complicated for little children and elderly people. Even though there are many things to see and read about, I don't think you need to reserve more than 45 minutes for your visit. There are no guided tours there, you will be able to ask for paper guide in multiple languages, though.
New Castle, fortification to protect Turkish invasions in medieval times in very important mining town of Banska Stiavnica.
Small entrance fee worth coming in.
Inside exhibition of wars with Turkish. And amazing views over town itself and nearby Calvary.
Paid parking everywhere in town at outrageous prices but the revenue seems to be more embezzled by the corrupted municipality rather than spent to renovate this castle. The roughcast is falling appart, grass not cut.... Nothing worth the climb.
Novozámocká 22, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
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6 min · 0.33 mi
3•Konstantinos K — Google reviewMaarten D — Google reviewRenee J — Google reviewThe S — Google reviewAneta G — Google reviewPeter — Google reviewJuraj T — Google review
LOVE BANK
4.7
(1667)
4.5
(91)
Temporarily Closed
Museums
Art Galleries
Art Museums
History Museums
Specialty Museums
Love Bank is a unique and special place located in the picturesque valley of Banska Stiavnica. It serves as an exhibition space with the dual purpose of preserving a historic 16th-century building and showcasing the world's longest love poem, The Marina. This museum offers an exceptional and interactive experience where visitors can immerse themselves in the deep emotions of love through dynamic presentations.
Well, this place is just... awesome. The story of the longest love poem in the world is presented here in absolutely exceptional way. It's definitely not just another museum. It's real experience where you use your love to make the poem live. Dynamic, interactive presentation of deepest love will catch your heart. And more - if you are in love and you do believe your love will last forever, or you are married for ages and still loving your partner, come here and put your symbol of your love into small box in Archive of Love. Much much better idea than putting some lock on the bridge... You may think this Club of Epicentrum of Love is primarily meant for couples, but it's not. I think it is great for families as well. Or even for widows/widowers. Simply said, it's for any Story of Love. Some logistic: interior is very nice from the beginning to the end. Credit cards accepted. Very nice souvenir shop. Staff absolutely kind, friendly and helpful - they are just full of love :-) Prepare for your visit though - especially parking in the whole city is problematic. We were lucky and park near the venue, but locals recommend to use kind of P+R parking near the old school. I will do that next time because it's small city and everything can be reached within 15 mins walking. The only problem could be that the city is hilly.
Juraj K — Google review
A 50min tour that includes 20min video, 10min photo shooting in a room with love letters, 15 min in a room with the original book, 5 min that tells you to put your love letter in the bank for 100 euros. The tour costs 12 euros and it's a bit expensive for what is worth. In my opinion you pay only for the photo in the room with love letters. The story is very very plain and short.
If you have high expectations or you are short of time, you could avoid this place. You can see the room in the photos here.
If you have spare time and you wish to put your names in the love bank for 100 euros then you can go for it. Fun tour to spend your time in this small city.
On march 17 2023 a fire lay waste to several historic building in the centre of the town. As you can see from the photo, the love bank was turned into a pile of rubble and smoking remains…
Sadly this place burned down in 2023. A lot of neighbouring houses were badly damaged as well. In the street is currently a photo exhibition which shows the efforts of the firefighters and of the general public that came to help carry artworks to safety.
That was a fantastic experience for me... Here are some photos I took!
Very beautiful place! I absolutely recommend it to anybody. Doesn't matter if you're going there with your partner or group of friends. Wonderful experience of love story between Marína and one of biggest literary personality of Slovakia.
We weren't allowed to go to the shop because we did do the tour. Receptionist said "it would not make sense for us". She looked little slow so I didn't take it personally. I truly hope this is not enforced by the owner.
Loved the design and the whole concept built around the longest love poem ever written ( official guinness world record). Great place which is still yet to be discovered by many tourists. Definitely this is early stage and the great times of this attraction will come. You should hurry up though, cause the love bank has limited lifetime boxes :)
Radničné námestie 109, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
3 min · 0.16 mi
4David S — Google reviewBrad P — Google reviewTomáš P — Google reviewAmanda D — Google reviewZiggy G — Google reviewSu P — Google reviewAndrás Á — Google review
The Old Castle in Banská Štiavnica
4.5
(503)
Museum
The Old Castle in Banská Štiavnica has a rich history, having been rebuilt multiple times to serve different purposes. Its medieval character is evident throughout the building, with features such as Renaissance and Baroque elements dating back to 1681. The castle's Knocking Tower, used for signaling various events to miners, adds to its historical charm.
Great castle that you can explore thoroughly. Can walk around the ramparts and climb the turrets. Housing a former jail and blacksmiths and guided tours bring this former chapel, converted into a castle.
Nyumbani P — Google review
Interesting castle. The inner keep was originally a (large) church. Nice views over the town. Lots of steep stairs if you want to see everything.
Small old castle with central church and high walls. Walk the walls and climb to the towers for great views of the city and countryside, and peruse a few demonstrations of the local history and people. Worth the small fee.
The old castle boasts really great views of the city, but it does not give you access to them. The tower with the Gothic staircase leads you up only to a closed tower with no viewing platform. The inside of the castle is largely empty, although you can walk the ramparts. Overall, it is overpriced for what you are getting. They should spend more money on the main clock tower itself and allow visitors to go up. Inside, the expositions should have larger explanations as the ones near the statues were too small to read.
One of the most interesting castles I've visited here in Slovakia. Amongst the many things to see within the castle grounds, it houses an exhibition of the famous Zachar Karol clay pipe making workshop, there is a breath taking series of altar paintings/sculptures of the way of the cross, and a beautiful bell tower you can climb. I thoroughly enjoyed the tour. The castle is only open once every two hours for visitors, and tickets are available for purchase by cash only.
It didn’t feel that safe but I didn’t get hurt and it was very cool it was so old that’s why it was so scary. it’s worth it buying a ticket you should go there.
Very cool visit!
Part of the visit (inside of the former church) is with an interesting commentary from the castle guide. The lady is happy to reply to your questions and offers very thorough background info re the castle, its history, the town itself and also re the history of Kalvaria.
You can climb up and walk around the walls and go up to the main tower.
There are placed the original paintings on wood from Kalvaria. It worth visiting and seeing them.
Wear comfortable shoes as some wooden stairs are very steep and small!
Toilettes available
Nice city, nice monument, nice view
Starozámocká 11, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
2 min · 400 ft
5•Pae T — Google reviewBrad P — Google reviewLilla G — Google reviewEhsan M — Google reviewBelma S — Google reviewZeljko P — Google reviewTim H — Google review
CESTA V ČASE
4.9
(752)
5.0
(12)
If you're looking for an engaging and educational experience, "CESTA V ČASE" is the perfect destination. This interactive museum offers a delightful blend of history and technology, making it suitable for visitors of all ages. With friendly guides providing English commentary and reading materials, everyone can enjoy the fascinating exhibitions that showcase Banska Stiavnica's rich heritage through innovative virtual reality displays.
Amazing young lady positively inspiring excited about technology and holds an ambition to encourage children to learn more about what they’re capable of doing with their devices. Well deserved recognition for her dedication to want to teach. I did learn something from her myself. Big up for her. Take your kids if you want them to learn about the devices they use you can sit and eat cake drinking coffee with wifey while Barbara put the kids through technology awareness for kids. I’m totally impressed try to get the gold bar from the round hole if your fingers are strong enough. Have fun
Mikey W — Google review
Very detailed& fun. The visuals were good & more realistic than I thought. We enjoyed it
Very fun, interactive experience for all ages. Demonstrations of history and mining through videos and props, and an immersive experience going back in time from space to dinosaurs. It's a work in progress but very enjoyable.
I visited the place with my class during our school trip to the town. The owner and the staff was very kind and helpful. The teenagers really enjoyed the attractions very much.
It was amazing historical tourism place. They gave us many information about history of Banská Štiavnica.
A simply perfect interactive museum, with very friendly guides. We were all delighted, both kids and adults.
It was an excellent experience! We strongly recommend it :)
Great friendly museum
Námestie svätej Trojice 5, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
17 min · 0.89 mi
6•Dennis H — Google reviewTony W — Google reviewStuart B — Google reviewShufen C — Google reviewKristián M — Google review歪歪歪 — Google reviewKamil D — Google review
Penzión na Kopci, s.r.o.
4.6
(881)
4.0
(45)
Guest house
Parking lot
Playground
Restaurant
Scenic spot
Penzión na Kopci, s.r.o. is a charming guesthouse nestled in the hills of Banska Stiavnica. The property offers comfortable rooms with picturesque views of the town and surrounding landscapes. Guests can start their day with a complimentary breakfast before exploring the nearby Historic Town of Banska Stiavnica and the Technical Monuments. The family-friendly pension provides amenities such as free Wi-Fi, a garden, terrace, picnic area, and barbecue grills.
I spent a couple of very pleasant nights at Penzion na Kopci. Everyone was warm and inviting from the moment I walked in. My room was comfortable and spotlessly clean. I had dinner at the hotel and it was delicious. The included breakfast was more than satisfactory, and for a small hotel had a good selection of hot and cold items. And of course the views from the property are amazing. And for those complaining that they had to walk uphill to get there, the name of the place is Guesthouse on the Hill.
Pete K — Google review
This is a wonderful hotel with one of the best locations you could ever wish for! From the windows, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city, the castle, and the beautiful surroundings. The rooms are cozy, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed for a pleasant stay.
But the true highlight of this place is the amazing hosts and staff — kind, attentive, and always ready to help. They create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel at home. Thank you for a fantastic stay!
We had a great 1 night stay in room No 2. Clean & well equipped room with the best selection of TV channels I have ever seen in Slovakia. Good WiFi. Nice breakfast (including great scrambled eggs) on the terrace. Friendly owner on hand to make sure you have a great stay. 25 minute walk to the centre of town but pavement all the way.
I can not recommend this hotel enough, they have gone out of there way to make our stay awesome. When we told them we were leaving early they even opened the kitchen an hour early to make us breakfast. Just lovely people in a great location.
We enjoyed our stay here. This is a very nice family-run hotel with spectacular views. The host is very warm and welcoming. Our room is clean, tidy and spacious. Good quality and delicious breakfast. Love it!👍💗
Very relaxing accomodation with beautiful view over the city. The room was cozy and the terrace in front of it offered a nice view, which was perfect for a warm summer night. Very friendly staff and big parking lot outside. The breakfast was simple but still offered multiple things to choose from. Beautiful view from the restaurant terrace too. Definitely will visit again
My last night in Slovakia.
This pension is superb.
I had my last meal here too.
Everything is great.
It's a happy ending of my Slovakia trip.
At first I wanted to rate this guest-house lower, since on a first night I could hear neighboring room's residents talking until really late and I could hear breakfast preparations in the morning. Second night was better though.
So what I was pleasantly surprised is the kitchen, the meals are large and taste really good. Also the staff is very nice and attentive, even friendly.
Main attraction was the view. It was superb to sit down for a drink after hike and have a bear on the terrace, or have a filling breakfast looking at the scenery.
Prices are higher, but that applies for many places we visited in BS, which is just flabbergasting.
Športová 781, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
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Even the most seasoned adventurers need a break to chow down some food. Close to CESTA V ČASE, these restaurants are about a 1-minute walk away.
#RUINbar • Restaurant & Music
4.5
(1944)
3.2
(53)
affordable
Bar
The bar #RUINbar offers a pleasant atmosphere with an excellent selection of wines and loose leaf teas. The owner is friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the building and the city. The interior, which has been preserved in a way that respects its age while giving it new life, is truly remarkable. This place comes highly recommended for enjoying afternoon tea or savoring a glass of wine at dusk.
Very central, it is practically opposite the Plague Column, of which you can enjoy a splendid view from the tables at the entrance.
The restaurant is also very atmospheric and has a very particular and fascinating setting; it is absolutely pleasant to wander around the labyrinth of rooms and 'caves' right from the entrance.
Service a little lacking but overall sufficient, as is the attempt to speak English.
Maxi-screen and stage for music or sports evenings.
Prices absolutely within the norm.
Stefano G — Google review
The place is really authentic and pleasant. Big place, a lot of space clean, really chill atmosphere and i need to leave a warm review for the staff, the staff are really nice especially Nazar, such a great person, thank you Ruinbar ❤️❤️
What an absolutely beautiful and amazing place to sip Proseco. And Nazar is attentive and welcomed us with warmth and hospitality.
My husband and I decided to go to this bar based on a friend's recommendation. There was almost full and we had sits next to toilet. Then we asked waitress and she moved us. We ordered just wine and olives. My husband’s red wine had a disgusting flavor. It wasn’t fresh and new opened bottle. The waitress changed it (she was very attentive) but that glass was charged in price. Of course we didn’t pay that. Otherwise it’s a nice and cozy cafe with beautiful lighting
The spaghetti with mushrooms and black truffle was one of the best Italian dishes that I’ve had. The pasta was freshly made and the overall dish was amazing. The wait staff are very attentive and the drinks, salad were great. Can’t recommend highly enough!
Ruin Bar is the best place in Banská Štiavnica. It always has a pleasant atmosphere and friendly staff, with live music and truly delicious food. I would especially like to highlight the waiters Nazar and Eliška, who welcomed us with a smile and were attentive and kind. The food was served very quickly, and special thanks to the chefs for the incredibly tasty Caesar salad!
The place is 5* in every respect. The cappuccino is delicious and creamy. The lemonades were one of the tastiest and tastiest drinks of our life. Our waitress was very kind, but she did not speak English. But we solved it! The place is fascinating, worth walking around and looking around. You have to see the bathroom too, it's worth it! It is a great place to relax and enjoy the place.
Don’t eat the Tapas! Really, don’t. We tried eight of the dishes. While we did not try the risotto and the spaghetti, you might have better luck with that. But for the Tapas, it was the cheapest ingredients and not well prepared. It’s really hard to save a dish when you don’t even invest in quality produce.
Námestie svätej Trojice 5, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
Svätá Barborka PIZZERIA
3.3
(1480)
2.5
(59)
affordable
Pizza restaurant
Meštianska Pizza Svätá Barborka is a charming and inviting establishment with delicious pizza offerings at affordable prices. The restaurant boasts unique mining-themed décor, creating a pleasant atmosphere. While one server appeared inexperienced, the overall service was satisfactory. The pizza itself is exceptionally tasty, rivaling even those from renowned Italian establishments. Additionally, the prices are reasonable, and the beer selection is commendable.
Excellent place and very delicious pizza and everything. And also it was so comfortable at evening 9 pm everything was closed and we were hungry and it was still open 🙏💟 good prices and service
Tamuna K — Google review
Dirty tables, slow staff (The waitress took a lot of time to take orders and also chaos with it) but good food.
I was surprised that the pizza was tasty.
Take care of the garlic - they automatically add the garlic to the pizza.
The pizza I ordered cost about €11, but the quality was terrible. The dough didn’t even seem like proper pizza dough, and the ingredients were of disappointingly low quality for that price.
There are a few more things I’d like to mention:
We couldn’t pay by card.
The waitress looked bored and annoyed.
However, the area itself is very nice, and I enjoyed the interior with its “mining drift” theme.
Epic fail this place. The prices are the same as in Bratislava but the food and the service is not even remotely close. Pizza is watery and heavy. They don’t even bother serving real Kofola but choose a cheaper variant instead. Maybe to get even bigger margins on already overpriced rubbish food. We should have read the reviews before coming here for lunch. 10euros for a pizza is total rip off. They should visit any pizza place in a bigger town to see what you should charge 10euros for. On top of that they do not accept credit cards. No wonder this place is empty.
If you like ready-made frozen pizza, this place is for you. These are the most flattering words I could find to describe the food in this restaurant. The waiters gave an impression they would prefer not to be there and I definitely shared their sentiment, but as no other restaurant in the city centre could take a group of 18 this was the only option. As regards the atmosphere, the place definitely gave a breath of history, which was strenghtened by the fact that the they only accepted cash.
Pizza was good, nothing special, but a lot of kinds of it and a thin dough. Fast service, big portions even enough for two. Two disadvantages are that you can not pay with card (and they don't warn about that) and that there are absolutely no lights in the WC.
Very nice and original climate (e.g. benches cut from mine carts), but pizza is so-so. Beer is ok.
Fine cozy place with great tasting pizza and fair prices. Nice mining themed decorations. One of the server seemed a bit confused, I’d say he was new there.
Andreja Kmeťa 2, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
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Pivovar ERB
4.3
(1128)
4.3
(529)
expensive
Restaurant
Pivovar ERB is a charming eatery in a picturesque town. Before bidding farewell, one must indulge in their signature dish - the traditional duck leg served with potato pancakes and red cabbage. Another standout option is the squid sauce pasta, which boasts an appetizing mix of salmon pieces and peas. However, the Pork Rib fails to impress, with its overly dark appearance and lackluster taste. The ambiance is enjoyable, especially with the visible brewing equipment upon entering.
The whole dinner for me and my girlfriend costed 103€ thats including appetizers, main course 2 drinks and 2 digestives, their own brew beer is amazing, the food quality was amazing, the service was friendly and even while reserving our table and throughout the whole service we were served in English. They cleaned the table for us before sitting and paid attention when our candle burned out, as a fellow waiter i definitely rate the whole experience 10/10. I would even say its a must see place when visiting. Huge respect for the team of ERB! 👏
Patrik L — Google review
Fantastic place, great food, the beer brewed here is superb. I was particularly happy to have some dark beer! The terrace is a very nice place to be if the weather is nice. Very good value for money and special mention for the staff - the lady who had the patience to serve me and continue to smile - I appreciate very much!
Excellent experience at Pivovar ERB: the goulash was delicious with very tender meat, the steak tartare fresh and seasoned, and the onion rings were perfect and tasty, perfect for pairing with their craft beer. The atmosphere was relaxing, the service was fast and very friendly. Highly recommended!
Pivovar ERB in Banská Štiavnica is a great place to enjoy traditional Slovak cuisine and craft beer. The pork tenderloin, goulash, and chocolate lava cake were all delicious, and the beer on offer was quite good. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere, and the service was friendly and attentive.
I would definitely recommend Pivovar ERB to anyone visiting Banská Štiavnica. It's a great place to experience the local food and culture.
Wasn’t crowded at lunchtime on Saturday, maybe because it’s not cheap 😀 but food was very good, and service efficient, we really enjoyed our meal. We especially recommend their special beer ice cream 😋
Very nice place, kind waitresses, spectacular and tasty food, good beer
I used to visit this restaurant regularly, but my last visit yesterday was a total disappointment. Prices have gone up, while the quality of the food has dropped significantly compared to three years ago.
Even the friendly waiter couldn’t make up for the poor quality of what’s being served at such a high price. My son even said his school canteen is better... and, I had to agree. The baked chicken with potato purée was something I could easily make better at home, and certainly not for €25.50 per person.
The chicken soup at €5.70 was no exception. Honestly, most people could cook a better one themselves.
Final verdict: If you don’t want to throw money out the window for food you could get in your company canteen for €6, skip the meals here. Just have a beer and say adios.
Overall a dissappointment, did not meet our expectations from the reviews/ratings.
Large selection of thought out dishes, finish and execution left a lot to be desired (potatoes weren’t properly done, bread was too plain and ordinary, pastry was brittle and “old”) all of the above would be less dissappointing if it were not for the fact that the waitress had made a very negative impression - body language whilst we were handling the bill. Would not visit again nor recommend. Overpriced and dissappointed.
Novozámocká 2, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
6/4 Reštaurácia
4.0
(169)
3.2
(5)
Restaurant
Nestled in the charming town of Banská Štiavnica, 6/4 Reštaurácia is a delightful spot that promises a memorable dining experience. With its clean and inviting atmosphere, this restaurant offers a warm welcome from friendly staff who are eager to serve you. The menu features an array of delicious options, including hearty dishes like thick chicken broth and crispy chicken nuggets paired with creamy mashed potatoes.
Good food, very friendly staff, very cheap
T.G. I — Google review
Nice restaurant in the center of the town. They have really tasty pasta there, so if you want pasta, this is only place I recommend. Waitresses are kind and will satisfy your empty stomachs.
I didn t have such a bad food in a long time I ve ordered grilled chicken wings with salad this had nothing to do with grilling .... made plain on oil fried quickly salad was at least two days old nothing could save this including very unpleasent service, this is definetly place to avoid.
There were no soups available even thou menu had 3 of them. Staff is nice but what for if you won’t get what you came for.
Excellent food and service!!!
(Translated by Google) At the beginning of the year, I stopped by for the lunch menu. Premises clean. Nice service. The food was excellent. I ordered thick chicken broth and fried chicken nuggets with mashed potatoes and compote. The price of the lunch menu was €6. Satisfaction from my side.
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Začiatkom roka som sa zastavila na obedové menu. Priestory čisté. Obsluha milá. Jedlo bolo výborné. Objednala som si hustý slepačí vývar a vyprážané kuracie nugetky so zemiakovou kašou a kompótom. Cena obedového menu bolo 6,- €. Z mojej strany spokojnosť.
(Translated by Google) 22.8.25 The food was okay, we liked it. The beer we ordered with the meal spoiled our taste. The beer smelled and the taste was not good either. We only tasted the beer, we immediately complained and returned it. We did not even get an apology from the waiter about being charged, let alone...
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22.8,25 Jedlo bolo v poriadku to nám chutilo. Chuť nám pokazilo pivo ktoré sme si k jedlu objednali. Pivo smrdelo a aj chuť nebola dobrá. Pivo sme len ochutnali hneď sme ho reklamovali a vrátili. Od obsluhy sme nedostali ani len ospravedlnenie o tom , že nám bolo naúčtovane ani nehovorím...
(Translated by Google) High level service. Delicious food.
(Original)
Obsluha na vysokej urovni. Chutné jedlo.
Dolná 843/6, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
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Day 2
Proximity is everything
For day 2, we bundled attractions like Castle and Museum in Svätý Anton and Kalvária Banská Štiavnica (pútnické miesto) and other places within a close range, so that the time it takes to travel between all of them is less than one hour. Combined with the average time people spend there, your day should take about 8 hours.
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Castle and Museum in Svätý Anton
4.7
(2273)
4.7
(91)
Museum
Sights & Landmarks
Art museum
History museum
Architectural Buildings
Svätý Anton Manor, also known as Kastiel Svaty Anton, is a one-storey square castle with an inner garden and a fountain. The museum houses a large collection of historical furniture, particularly seating furniture. Visitors can explore the surrounding park and cool down in the shade of trees.
Pretty building with furnished rooms. You can only do a guided tour. Tours are in Slovakian but they provide a hard copy information guide in other languages. Nice coffee shop. The grounds are also worth exploring.
David S — Google review
Castle isn't opened on Monday. Parking nearby payable in the nearby newsagents. There is plenty of walking around the grounds, go and explore! The cafe has fantastic coffee and even better hot chocolate (actual melted chocolate, not instant powder! ). This is the place where water goes uphill!!!
We visited the park outside the Castle, but did not go inside. Someone else wrote that the entry fee is €10 or €12 for a longer tour. The park was very nice to visit in sunny weather. You can stroll along a path in the forest above the castle, and they also have information signs about the people and the stories of the castle. Some of these were very interesting. The park may need some maintenance, but it didn’t affect the experience. Download the Google translate app and use the camera translator to read the signs, unless you can read Slovakian. There is also a cafe here and a small souvenir shop. Pay for parking in the newsstand next to the parking lot. €3 for a normal car.
The Castle and Museum are an amazing and unexpected gem of historical collections, mainly from the travels and expeditions of Ferdinand I of Belgium, who held this castle in his family and seems to have used it often. However, some of the history goes back even to the 1700s. There are numerous original paintings, photographs, and other artwork, furniture, and other historical items to look at. There is a guided tour in Slovakian with a detailed English written guide. The staff also speak English. I would recommend planning at least two hours for this visit.
Great Mansion and museum inside. Right next to the entrance to English garden you will find a former landlord vila- Sovi Dom (The Owl House), currently being served as accommodation- 3 historical apartments inside (www.sovidom.sk).
Very interesting and well preserved castle. The no-photo policy is absolutely inept. The more pictures taken and shared with family, friends, social networks, the more likely people will come and pay to visit as well.
Surrounding area is really nice. You can visit park which is next to museum. You can cool down there in shadows of threes. Closest parking cost 3€ per day. There is only Slovak guide, but they can give you papers with text to read. Personal is really nice with positive attitude. Hint: take a big circle. Is really nice to see all rooms and chapel. Enjoy your visit.
A nice Museum! The tour is in Slovakia but not in English. You will get an tour with a paper with everything in English
Svätý Anton 291, 969 72 Svätý Anton, Slovakia•
9 min · 4.4 mi
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Kalvária Banská Štiavnica (pútnické miesto)
4.8
(466)
Pilgrimage place
Cultural landmark
Kalvária in Banska Stiavnica is a Baroque site featuring 23 sacral monuments nestled in the picturesque Stiavnicke vrhy hills. The ascent to the top offers stunning views of the city and surrounding hills, making it a worthwhile journey. The Stations of the Cross are particularly unique due to the steep hill. While some maintenance work may be ongoing, visitors can still enjoy the beautiful atmosphere and peaceful surroundings.
Serene place to walk (up a steep hill) and reflect on stories about Jesus (the stations of the cross) and Mary. Great views.
David S — Google review
Amazing place. Must visited in Banska Štiavnica. As you go up the path, you come across scenes of Christ and Mary. Although it is a difficult path, you must definitely reach the top and enjoy the view.
Parking under the hill is chargeable at two different spots (one inside the Infocentre area and another on side of the road). You can park further away free of charge and this adds 10min walk. The walk up is probably 20 mins with all photo stops etc. At the first building you can buy entrance to the top church and see the surrounding from better views. Amazing family trip!
A nice historic site. It’s quite the climb, but it’s quick. Nice views of the surrounding area if you pay to go to the top tower. Parking is €4 for two hours at the infocentrum, but there are few spots if it’s a busy day. The best photo options are not at the top, but before you climb or at the hill right beside it. This route place has free parking, but might take a bit longer.
Worth the steep climb.
Easier than it looks. Views spectacular
Beautiful place for a drone flight..😍
Nice place. Great view especially from top church tower.
Fantastic architectural work, worth a visit. There’s paid parking below, but cheap one
Pod Kalváriou, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
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Banská Štiavnica Botanical Garden
4.6
(1889)
4.4
(45)
Botanical garden
Nature & Parks
Gardens
Banská Štiavnica Botanical Garden is a charming destination in the Slovak town of Banska Stiavnica, known for its special atmosphere and historical significance in the economy. The garden may be small, but it offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful sequoias and the chance to spot squirrels. Visitors appreciate the well-groomed trees from around the world, including giant sequoias, making it a must-see attraction.
Amazing collection of trees. Many of them r from Afrika. Some can live for thousands of years… lovely air, beautiful trees n grear shadow❤️
Mandy V — Google review
Smallish but pretty gardens. Nice sequoia trees. We tried to drive there but there was absolutely no parking available anywhere. We ended up catching a bus from town which was a much better option. Or you could walk but it’s uphill from town.
Some great trees. The Giant Sequoias are an only 143 years old but will live to be 3500 to 4000.
Botanically beautiful, but the funding is lacking and it starts to show. Little to no upkeep for the infrastructure.
The garden is rather small but very charming! You get to see the mysterious and beautiful sequoias and if you're lucky enough you'll spot some of the squirrels as well.
Awesome park with ancient buildings of the Mining Academy and huge, majestic trees. I like it here.
one of my favourite botanical gardens, one of the few places to see Sequoias in Europe- a must see! I return here every so often, a true hidden gem-
This place has so much history and peaceful athmosphere in there. But a renovation would be nice.
Akademická 349/24, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
7 min · 0.38 mi
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Banska Stiavnica Nativity scene
4.8
(393)
4.7
(75)
Art museum
Museums
Specialty Museums
I can only recommend to visit this magnificent and amazingly beautiful place which present in this a moving motor-driven theater of miniature hand-carved figures the history of the mining and the advent story of Jesus Christ it’s unbelievable beauty this show.
Danijel B — Google review
MUST SEE sightseeing in TOP5 category you really must visit in Banska Stiavnica. It's wooden made masterpiece with sceneries of Betlehem, Miner's life, Siege of Banska Stiavnica and daily life ☺️
Entry fee is ONLY 1,5€ and you can also take photos and videos as you can see 😊 It is really useless to add photos or videos, you must see it 🤗
I also bought small Betlehem as an additional support 😊
If you are nearby this is a 'must see' attraction. The room is filled with exquisite carvings telling the stories and tales of the local area. Many of the carvings are animated and you keep on seeing new thing everywhere you look in the room. It is difficult to pull yourself away. It is only a small room a so you feel you cannot stay too long so that others can enjoy the delight of the place.
Incredible piece of art with thousands of hours of work invested into it. a lifetime masterpiece!
Worth to visit
Beautiful and definitely place to see when visiting Banská Štiavnica. You won’t spend a lot of time here but the small entrance fee is definitely worth it.
Very interesting exhibition of moving figures from nativity scene. Great experience for kids. Relatively small entrance fee 1,5 💶
One of the must see attractions. Highly recommend. Cash only place.
Radničné námestie 11/20, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
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Sitno
4.8
(405)
Mountain peak
Nestled in the stunning Stiavnicke Vrchy mountains, Sitno is a peak steeped in knightly legends and offers breathtaking hiking trails that promise panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Whether you're planning a day trip or a weekend adventure, this iconic destination invites you to explore its natural beauty. Nearby, Pocuvadlo Lake adds to the charm with opportunities for swimming and relaxation amidst serene landscapes. The area boasts friendly locals who enhance your experience with their warm hospitality.
The Sitno ranks to the most iconic Slovak mountains. The Sitno mountain features lovely meadows with stunning flower carpets.
The most popular (and also fastest) climb starts on the Počúvadlo Tajch (lake). The climb is easy and takes anything between 40 and 80 minutes. The final part of the trail is particularly beautiful. Several flights of wooden stairs pass steep volcanic rocks. The climb is easy and you can do it any time of the year.
You can see the Danube River and the Budapest City on a clear day.
Vladimir B — Google review
Pretty steep hill up, with beautiful views. We got back another way, going to see the castle ruins and taking adjecent path back to the clearing. As there are multiple parking spot make sure you're going the right way, as it is easy to go wrong way as there aren't a lot of signs along the route.
Very nice walk from Pocuvadlo lake following the blue route/ markings.
Nice and rather short hike (cca 1h following the green marking off the Počuvadlo lake). First half mid-steep very rocky path (parts in water in rainy May), then beautiful meadows and the final part (blue marking) steep, surrounded by tall rocks. The wooden stairs desperately ask for renewal - be careful. The view from the top is magnificent. You can see the entire collapsed mid of the stratovolcano crater.
Nearby, you can find ruins of a castle, unavoidable giant transmitter tower (unfortunately). The Andrej Kmeto cottage is in a very poor condition.
Super.
Nice and easy walk.
It's a hill. Great view. Friendly locals and insects
Beautifull view all around! A must see place when visiting Štiavnické vrchy mountains!
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Under a 1-minute walk from Banska Stiavnica Nativity scene, here are a few close by recommendations for when you get hungry exploring around.
Coburg bistro
4.3
(815)
4.3
(64)
Restaurant
After reading some recent negative reviews of COBURG coffee & burger, I couldn't help but wonder if these individuals are living in the same reality as me. In a time when a devastating global pandemic is wreaking havoc on economies worldwide, particularly the restaurant industry, it's important to take that into consideration. However, my own experience at this establishment was quite enjoyable. I dined there with my wife and two children and found the staff to be extremely friendly.
We picked this place at random, among many similar ones in Banska Stiavnica, and ended up being really happy with our choice! The menu of burgers is not huge, but the two that we tried, were delicious and a decent portion. Importantly for us, Coburg offers gluten free burger buns, although they are not very useful or substantial, and are easily overwhelmed by the other ingredients of the burger. Still the option is great to have. Also, we enjoyed the flawless English skills of the waitresses... I know it should not be pointed out, but as Hungarians, we take nothing for granted, and this was a very pleasant surprise. We will definitely come back here, and I recommend this place to anyone looking for a good burger!
Norbert S — Google review
Very strange experience, the burgers were good, however the blue dip was awful, we were considering to ask how they make it. The salad was a joke, for 11 euros!!!! Would recommend only as a short pit stop and for burgers only.
The burgers have some unusual flavors, I'll give them that. But they were a total miss for me and my girlfriend. She couldn't finish half of hers, which I am usually happy about because it means more for me, but here it was a struggle. For such a high price (€17 + €3.50 for beer), I expected way more. Totally not worth the visit, in my opinion.
Keep in mind that the kitchen here closes at 20:00, even on a friday night. The gorgonzola burger was very tasty and well prepared in our case, but the unfiltered beer was a total miss. It was sour, probably gone bad, I recommend you to try a bottled beer instead if necessary.
I hate to give places 1 star but there is no way I could give this place more than 1.
Burgers had a very weird taste and we paid 13€ for one burger!! I would also love to taste gorgonzola in a gorgonzola burger and not a ton of onions.
The only good thing about this place was the staff- they were friendly and we waited a very short time for our meal.
Shame, we were looking forward to this experience.
Very pleasant experience. The food was delicious (mine burger was a little colder but the other one was great). The fries (with smoked paprika) were crispy and the garlic dip we had with it was also pretty good and creamy. Staff was kind and helpful so I can't give nothing less but 5 stars. We had a great time. Thank you.
This is really hard review to write, however quiet simple in the end. Absolutely fantastic and amazing burgers. Hands down one of the Best I have eaten in my life ...All been let down by lady servant. I really don't know what happened to her in her life, however it doesn't give her right to treat people this way. It's not that she was rude per sei, but she was rude and simply wrong person at wrong place ( job position ).
Message for owner - replace this lady immediately ... We literally sat at the empty restaurant enjoying amazing burgers and seen young couple to leave after a single interaction with her , they looked discussed.
Very good burger. Meat was properly cooked, juicy and pink in middle.
Size of meals are enough and you not leaving place stuffed with food coma.
We had 2 burgers, shared one fries and dessert - fresly baked lava cake.
Drinks was very good, also coffee. Nice place for lunch or dinner.
Staff was nice and friendly
Radničné námestie 43/12, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
Bistro Ďumbier
4.5
(710)
Restaurant
Nestled in the charming town of Banská Štiavnica, Bistro Ďumbier is a delightful culinary gem that promises an unforgettable dining experience. With its warm and inviting atmosphere, this bistro offers a menu filled with fresh and flavorful dishes, including enticing vegan options. Guests rave about the friendly host who goes above and beyond to ensure everyone feels welcome, even taking the time to explain the menu in English.
Excellent restaurant in the heart of Banská Štiavnica. We had the pulled pork burger and 1-2-3 menu with rice, chicken and singapur (peanut) sauce. Both tasted excellent. Good beer. Recommended! We were the only ones in the restaurant, service was good.
M H — Google review
New generation restaurant in a good central location.
Really nice service that enhances the ambience, which would otherwise remain somewhat anonymous.
The cuisine is intended to be an alternative to the usual Slovak menus without being a classic ethnic cuisine franchise.
Plenty of room for improvement, but an excellent starting point.
Very good food, beers and the waitress was so nice and helpful with us, we had such a good time with my boyfriend!
Very happy customer. Really nice place, great food. We were welcomed with my big spanish group of friends with dog and kids. They have some kids toys indoor for entertainment. The stuff speaks English and even some Spanish. Special thanks to Veronika for her welcoming and great service.
We had a lovely dinner with great food at a reasonable price and a friendly host who made us feel welcome and took the time to explain (and translate) the menu for us. There is an English menu, but the specials are Slovak.
The food was fresh and lovely (especially the peanut sauce) and the lemonade is made by the host's grandmother.
There are plenty of vegan options, too.
Lovely meal, very tasty, and great service. The tofu in the Hawaii poke bowl was some of the best tasting tofu I’ve ever had. Very glad we ate here!
We had a great experience here, tucked away from the main street. The food was delicious, we had the burger bowl and the special bowl and everything tasted great and was very fresh. Very well priced and nice area for seating outside.
Excellent little resto, off the beaten path in Baska Stiavnica. Friendly staff, homemade fare, recommended. The poke bowl was very good, the cheese dumplings dish was musher than I expected, but I don't really know Slovak food. Still, good stuff.
Akademická 334/9, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
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4Sochy
4.6
(694)
4.5
(254)
expensive
Restaurant
I highly endorse this exquisite establishment! The cuisine was delectable, the ambiance was delightful, and the chefs and waitstaff paid meticulous attention to every detail. I will certainly return. Additionally, they warmly welcome dogs if you wish to bring your furry companion along. Moreover, it is worth mentioning that they offer a delectable selection of fresh rolls with a cream-bryndza spread for breakfast, alongside excellent coffee.
Amazing food. I love the limited menu. As someone who has worked in the restaurant business, I know smaller menus usually means fresher food. Our meal did not disappoint. Great service in a cute restaurant too.
Jen S — Google review
I had veal with potatoes and salad. This was one of my top five meals in Europe. Rusty the owner was very attentive to the guests and cooking the same time. After I was finished Rusty gave me a traditional after meal drink as a thank you. I very highly recommend this restaurant and the people who work there.
We love to visit 4 Sochy for special occasions, because their food is simply amazing, cooked with love and high quality ingrediences. Some meals remind you of lunches at your grandma when you were little, only they're fancier. Thank you for your passionate work!
Wonderful restaurant with a great atmosphere created by a nice fireplace, artwork from local artist and a glass wall to the kitchen enabling the guests to see the magic happen. We managed to get a table although we didn't do a reservation (I recommend calling ahead as places are limited) and had an amazing meal. Ingredients are seasonal and mostly locally sourced (obviously hake doesn't come from Slovakia 🙃) and the menu is limited to 5 - 6 options, which makes sure all are made to perfection. We ordered quail on beetroot risotto and hake in mustard honey sauce with baked potatoes. For appetizers we had bruschetta with salmon and egg. Best mustard honey sauce I've ever tried, quail was succulent and hake amazing. My personal preference would be a slightly more softer rice in the risotto, but I respect the chef's choice. We ended the dinner with crème brûlée which was excellent, with a perfect sugar crust. We had two glasses of wine dinner and although it was a bit pricey, it was well worth it. Excellent service and will be back for sure.
The very best restaurant in Štiavnica The Chefs team is super. You will feel right at home but you only wish you could cook this amazing.
Perfect staff, such good atmosphere with high level of professionality .
We were impressed
The taste of food was really nice with great choice of wines.
Strongly recommend
Nice restaurant,
We sat in the patio which was very beautiful.
The service was good but a little too pushy, we felt like they are rushing us.
Unfortunately the food wasn't good as it looked,
We ordered a tuna steak which was cold and served on a cold salad/sauce and I didn't think that combination worked well.
We also had the risotto and the rice was not cooked enough.
But we really enjoyed the burrata bruschetta! ❤️
Very good restaurant. I think best in Banská Štiavnica (for my gf best in Slovakia).
Food is amazing, sometimes you think "nothing special" according to what is written on menu but when it comes on your table you change your mind. It's à la carte restaurant so menu is limited (changing, don't know how often) and a bit pricey but we think it's worth the visit.
On top if this they have very nice inner yard with lot of green plants and also they own coffe room which we didn't try yet.
On busy days reservation is recommended.
16, Kammerhofská 191, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
Old Pub
4.4
(797)
4.0
(75)
Guest house
Non smoking holiday home
Restaurant
Old Pub is a relaxed hotel that provides a restaurant, bar, terrace and BBQ area alongside event space. The furniture and artwork throughout the accommodation is traditional Slovakian style, with a souvenir store offering local products. Although breakfast accommodates vegetarians well, guests in rooms situated above the restaurant may experience discomfort during warmer months due to excess heat and kitchen smells permeating their space. Overall, Old Pub provides an enjoyable stay option with recommendations to book rooms away from the kitchen area for optimal comfort.
Nice place. Very nice country around.
Pavol K — Google review
I must say whilst the decor of this hotel is historic and pleasant the management is unpleasant and not accommodating. They are a pet friendly hotel which is good . But you must keep in mind that their checkout requirement of 10am is very early , non accommodating and rigid !
Their excuse is that they are understaffed and cannot turn rooms around for 4 hours . In most places are pubs the world check out is 11 am or noon and most hotels can give a grace of 30 minutes to an hour if asked nicely but clearly not on this case .
Therefore , I would NOT stay here again or recommend this to hotel to anyone who wishes to stay . Slovakia has lots of lovely inns or hotels where the Managment and most are very welcoming and warm to foreign guests but sadly not in this one !
This is the most traditional Slovak accommodation as it can get. This entire place has traditional looking furniture, murals on the walls and there is even a little souvenir store with local products. Breakfast was nice and still rich even though we eat only vegetarian. Our only issue was that rooms above the restaurant were incredibly hot even though it was only 20 degrees outside ( can’t imagine how it feels during hot summer days) and the kitchen smell is all the time in your room despite constantly opened windows. Overall a good stay! I recommend booking a room in the second part of the house ( away from the kitchen).
very tasty cuisine with local dishes,very reasonable priced.also cosy and clean rooms - just vents should be added for the rooms under roof.Very kind and hospitable host:)!Will return:)!
21.2.2023 despite booking-reservation checkin just till 20:00..at 20:45 all is closed and dark,nobody reachable and you have to search an new hotel(which is quite a mess and challenge in this remote area and slovak "service" level...)
Great atmosphere, clean place, they even got a soap for the toilet seat (a heaven for me XD). Fast service and delicious meals (we had grilled lamb leg and meat "pirohy" these vere truly great). Very friendly staff. The good food quality corresponds with a fairly higher price.
Very nice environment and good food. Garlic soup as well as "dendele" and "sulance" were great. "Liptovske dzgance" (gnocchi with sheep cheese) had plain taste - not salty and the sheep cheese was not strong enough.
We ordered 6 teas and we got a bunch of teabags, one of each sorts they have. To get two bags of green tea was a bit confusing for the waitress.
Parking nearby, possibility of accomodation upstairs. I recommend during summer, when the sheep cheese has the strong pungent taste.
Traditional food, reasonable prices, you can pay with credit card, the restaurant is really nice, the waiters understand English, they have dedicated parking space.
Totally recommended, try it.
Very atmospheric old guest house. Plenty tables inside and five outside. Tasty dishes and also regional specialities. Kind service and small souvenir shop inside. Adequate prices.
Svätý Anton 81, 969 72 Svätý Anton, Slovakia•
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Day 3
Off the beaten path
For day 3, if you don’t mind the extra trek, today covers more off the beaten path places like Krištáľový kameňolom, Geoclub Banská Štiavnica, 2 vstupy denne o 10 a 14 hodine mesiacoch jul a august. Not quite as popular as Apartment Calvary, but still highly rated among many travelers. Accounting for getting around and average time spent, today’s activities could take about 8 hours.
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Salamandra Resort
4.3
(1333)
Ski resort
Ski school
Salamandra Resort is a relaxed getaway featuring a stylish hotel, dining options, and a spa. It offers seasonal activities like skiing and biking. The resort's ski area near Banska Stiavnica stands out for its chair lift, providing convenient access to the slopes. Visitors praise the well-maintained ski run and modern facilities, as well as the family-friendly environment with slopes suitable for beginners and kids. Additionally, guests can enjoy the wellness center on-site.
Wonderful trip, beautiful conditions. Slope was very nicely looked after, modern facilities and very friendly staff. The ski run is a good length and a nice red run difficultly. Perfect for a short visit to test your ski legs. Also highly recommended the Wellness centre although the water temps could have been warmer in the pool, jacuzzi & showers.
Gordon M — Google review
Great place for everyone, skiers, snowboarders, families, anyone can find something interesting here... highly recommended
I like the hotel and resort—they’re good for kids—but they have a strong dislike for ski-tourers and the employees of the ski areal are just rude! This is the third time I’ve had some issue. Once, they threw me out, while I was going up (empty sloper) claiming it was prohibited to go up the side of the slope, without offering any explanation. Another time, I was simply pulling my 2-year-old on flat ground teaching her to ski, and they told me it wasn’t allowed and that I should hire an instructor—even though the instructors told me they don’t take children that young. Most recently, I went on the slope after it was closed at 5pm, and a guy jumped out of a snowcat, yelling like a madman, saying I was disrupting his work and asking why I was on the part he had just finished grooming. He was incredibly angry and completely unreasonable. Overall, a terrible experience.
This ski resort is small and easy for beginners and family with kids. Nearby is also ice skating place and hotel with restaurant. On top of the hill is nice view over the town Banska Stiavnica 😏
What a great time with the World Gold Panning event at the Salamandra Resort. Bit difficult to communicate, their English is not very good.
Great place , perfect for families, staff helpful and professional.
Awesome lake right in front of the resort with beautiful view.
Such a beautiful at Sumer time ! Nice people there but not to noise.
Nice little skiing 'resort'. The only one slope is well prepared the lift is fast and comfortable. There is only one restaurant which is a self service one. Prepare for long queue!
Horný Hodrušský tajch, 966 61 Hodruša - Hámre, Slovakia•
15 min · 5.3 mi
2Katarína B — Google reviewMichal S — Google reviewJan H — Google reviewVlado B — Google reviewEva G — Google reviewM K — Google reviewPeter H — Google review
Krištáľový kameňolom, Geoclub Banská Štiavnica, 2 vstupy denne o 10 a 14 hodine mesiacoch jul a august
4.7
(280)
Souvenir store
Krištáľový kameňolom, Geoclub Banská Štiavnica is a geopark located just outside of town, offering stunning views of the city and featuring rainwater holding ponds that once powered gold and silver mines. Visitors can join guided tours to learn about mineral formation and explore the underground quarry to find quartz crystals and other gems. The park is family-friendly, with educational presentations suitable for children.
Great for kids, plan your visit well as there are only two entry times per day.
We found lots of crystals.
The guide was very knowledgeable. Take proper shoes and a head torch or mobile.
Eva B — Google review
Great geological experience for the whole family.
First, there was an "scientific" intro about Štiavnica strato vulcano and some safety instructions done by funny guide/owner. Then we walker to the Quartz quarry, where there was enough time to dig and colect Quartz cristals. There are 'tons' of it, everyone was happy with findings.
Ideal time for cristal looking - come as a first group after rain :) .
Nice kids' enjoyment.
Great descriptions and explanations, when all of us enjoy learning new facts.
Lot of history. Nice views. Great guide.
The lector and lecture was very interesting, possibility to find the minerals by own hands amazing. The underground visit was not offered, what was disappointment. Will be back again!
Super!
Absolutely amazing
Super !
Šobov 1402/2, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
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3•Petr N — Google reviewLajos J — Google reviewDavid C — Google reviewRenee J — Google reviewKatka K — Google reviewPeter Š — Google reviewKatka D — Google review
Kammerhof
4.7
(106)
3.8
(12)
Museum
Specialty Museums
Kammerhof is a historic complex in the heart of Stiavnica, Slovakia, dating back to the 16th century. It was originally formed by merging several burgher houses and underwent multiple reconstructions, resulting in an impressive architectural blend of various styles. This site served as the seat of an office overseeing mining operations in central Slovakia. Today, Kammerhof hosts various exhibitions that offer insights into the region's mining history.
Kind and helpful curators and guides , original workshops, interesting exhibits, beautiful and huge historical building.
Belma S — Google review
Great experience. A lot of real models of mining buildings, machines, … Big collection of minerals. Highly recommended.
This is an exceptionally well-curated museum. It provides a comprehensive overview of the development and technical tools of mining. If someone doesn't speak Slovak, they definitely need a translation program because practically everything is in Slovak, which is a drawback, but it can be overcome and is truly worth it. We spent 2-3 hours inside and finally got answers to many of our questions about mining. It's a fantastic program, absolutely worth checking out!
Interesting museum describing the rich centuries long history of mining in Banska Stiav., and of Slovakia.
Terrific museum: many interesting old photographs and devices, as well as beautifully made intricate models. The exhibit is in slovakian, but photo captions are also in english, and there is a good free english audiotour as well.
Detska dielnicka at Kammerhof is a dream of every parent.. very friendly mentors, very creative activities.. one must be lucky to be in Banska on the days Dielnicky are being organized..
Good
Super
Kammerhofská 2, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
3 min · 0.16 mi
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Adit Glanzenberg
4.5
(347)
Museum
Adit Glanzenberg is a fascinating destination that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich mining history of the region. Nestled within an area filled with archaeological sites, including historic monuments and cultural landmarks, Adit Glanzenberg stands out as a remarkable underground gallery once frequented by kings and princes. As you embark on this unique tour, you'll find yourself crawling through authentic mine paths beneath the bustling streets of the city, equipped with a helmet and light to illuminate your journey.
Great historical and technical monument. Scheduled entries.
Rado P — Google review
Nice walk underground and you get to see some interesting mining history. Like most Slovak museums, it would be so nice if the tour guide could speak English. There were two Slovak visitors in a group of 15, so the guide’s explanations were lost on most of us
The only downside is the pricetag. I loved the presentation alongside the excursion. The staff were lovely. Not great for students considering the 9€ entry and no student discount.
This is very nice tour. You crawl complete under the main Street of city in old and authentic mine path. With the coat, helmet nad hand light ...and very refreshing in hot summer ..must go.
Above expectations experience. Walk through old underground mining was awesome. Guide man speak history in the interesting way.
The muse sun was closed when we visited this place in October 2022
Great place with history direct in city.
nice place under ground but.. Sundays closed 😫
Kammerhofská 26, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
7 min · 0.36 mi
5•Tatiana C — Google reviewDaniel C — Google reviewMaria B — Google reviewMark M — Google reviewFrantisek R — Google reviewMiguel M — Google reviewRadoslav B — Google review
Information center Banská Štiavnica
4.5
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4.4
(33)
Visitor center
Met Peter Danáš at the office and he made me believe in humanity again! The friendliest, funniest and most helpful person! We also conversed about local and regional history! So much fun in a visit!
Danza N — Google review
A really bad experience. First time we came, we found a small paper saying there is a lunch break (only in Slovak). Second time we came, we found another small Slovak paper on the door saying "I will be back in 5 mins". We tried opening the door and turns out the person was there, so he opened for us. We asked about the hiking paths and the man was rude and unhelpful and in the end tried to sell us stuff.
I went to the information centre to find out about thermal spas in the nearby towns - One of the most popular tourist attractions in the area. I have never seen anyone as disinterested in providing information as the lady behind the counter to whom I spoke. It seemed like she hated her job and especially tourists, and only gave one-word replies if possible. All she would tell me was in which towns the spas were. She couldn't provide any information about what was on offer or prices.
When I asked if she could tell me how to get there by bus she shrugged and said "Humph... I'd have to look that up on the internet", but couldn't be bothered to actually do so.
Staff in tourist information centres need to be knowledgeable, enthusiastic about their town and surrounds and eager to help people.
Wasn't open for as long as it said it would be , go early if you want help
Very nice and helpful.
Very kind and helpful people working here.
Usefull.
You will receive an info you are looking for
Námestie svätej Trojice 1, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
10 min · 4.6 mi
6TheMarkyYT — Google reviewPeter P — Google reviewMarek K — Google reviewMichaela W — Google reviewLu K — Google reviewSisinda S — Google reviewIvan B — Google review
Richňava
4.6
(107)
Lake
Richňava, located on the outskirts of Stiavnicke Bane, is home to two artificial water reservoirs - Velke Richnava Lake and Small Richnava. The area offers a serene environment with excellent air quality. Visitors can rent bicycles and paddleboards at the large lake and enjoy clean water with pleasant temperatures for swimming during most of the summer. Additionally, it's a great spot for walks and relaxation amidst beautiful natural surroundings.
We always love to come here. Great clear water and surrounded by beautiful nature.
Spravodlivy K — Google review
Alright
Na relax super miesto
(Translated by Google) A beautiful place in any season. Of course, it is most lively here in the summer, you can swim here, and there is also the possibility of renting water bikes. By the lake there is also a buffet with basic "swimming pool" dishes and draft beer or beer. In addition, fewer people live here in the summer than in the better-known listening area or Studenci.
(Original)
Krásne miesto v každom ročnom období. Najviac to tu žije samozrejme v lete, dá sa tu kúpať, takisto je tu možnosť zapožičania vodných bicyklov. Pri jazierku je aj bufet so základnými "kúpaliskovými" jedlami a čapovaným pivom či kofolou. Okrem toho v lete tu býva menej ľudí ako na známejšom počúvadle či Studenci.
(Translated by Google) A wonderful place where you can escape from the everyday hustle and bustle and recharge your batteries.
(Original)
Úžasné miesto kde môžeš utiecť z každodenného zhonu a načerpať energiu.
(Translated by Google) Beautiful clear water, manicured lawn, entrance to the water via steep steps or a terrace-like descent on one edge of the dam. I found only one chemical toilet, a bit of a problem with parking on hot days. A stand with amazing cakes and a paddleboard rental for €10 per hour, on the opposite shore, where there is a gradual entry into the water, there is a pedalo rental for €6. Paddleboards also for €6. Nearby, there is a buffet with a menu of mostly fried dishes, the langoustines are excellent. There are also other dining options in the vicinity.
(Original)
Nádherná čistá voda, upravený trávnik, vstup do vody po strmých schodoch alebo terasovity zostup na jednom okraji hrádze. Našla som len jeden chemický záchod, trochu problém s parkovaním počas horúcich dní. Stánok s úžasnými kolačikmi a požičovňou paddleboardov za 10 € na hodinu, na opačnom brehu, kde je pozvoľný vstup do vody je požičovňa vodných bicyklov za 6 €. Paddleboardov tiež za 6€. Neďaleko bufet s ponukou prevažne smazenych jedál, langoše sú výborné. V okolí sú aj iné možnosti stravovania.
(Translated by Google) Well, the place is unreal. Excellent air, beautiful environment. Since this year is incredibly dry, even the small Richňava has dropped by two meters. We tried fishing here, but for two days not a single shot 🥺 I don't know if the fish were scared of us, or because of the heat, or if they didn't catch enough fish ☺️ But we enjoyed the environment to the fullest. I definitely recommend.
(Original)
No tak miesto je to neskutočné. Výborný vzduch, krásne prostredie. Nakoľko tento rok je neskutočne suchý tak aj malá Richňava klesla o dva metre. Skúšali sme tu rybolov,ale dva dni ani záber 🥺 Neviem či sa nás ryby zľakli,alebo od tepla išli či málo zarybnili ☺️Ale prostredie sme si užili naplno. Určite odporúčam.
(Translated by Google) In my opinion, Richňava is the cleanest lake in the Štiavnica Mountains 👍
(Original)
Richňava je podľma mňa najčistejší tajch v Štiavnických vrchoch 👍
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When you need a food break from visiting all the attractions today, these fan favorite restaurants are about a 1-minute walk away from Adit Glanzenberg.
Penzión a reštaurácia Kachelman
4.2
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3.5
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Guest house
Restaurant
Penzión a reštaurácia Kachelman is a charming guesthouse located in the heart of Banska Stiavnica, just steps away from the Historic Town and Technical Monuments. The property offers comfortable rooms and apartments, some with fireplaces, and a restaurant serving satisfying meals. Guests can also enjoy amenities such as a sauna, spa tub, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and ski storage.
Did have lunch,nice size good price.
Delicious with Kofola.
Nice place to sit outside with friends.
Patyno M — Google review
Today we visited restaurant couse we wanted to have some drinks and some snacks.
Terrace was totally empty.
It was 5 of us plus baby. We sat at table for 4 people. And they started to make a problem for us that we should move for table for 5 but I wanted to have my baby close to me so we preferred to sit at table for 4 couse it was smaller and more cosy.
Later on waiter (male) was very rude to us when I ordered frech fries. I was shocked couse we didn't do anything bad..
He said how he should work, couse we are blocking his way, ect ..ect..
I was really shocked how come someone working at the restaurant can treat the customers this way.
My experience was very disappointing.
Expecially restaurant was completely empty.
Next table 2 people with kid came, but after this incident they decided to leave.
Also 1 more thing, I ordered 1 glass of prosecco, they brought me Frizzante, fair enough, but when I asked where is it at the menu, they said is not written there.
They said they are serving it but is not mentioned at the menu.
It's nice for this price.
There was a delicious breakfast.(but it's better to start breakfast earlier for better choice).
The room is OK, clean, quiet, warm; old furniture but it's not a disadvantage , it has its own charm.
The room's trash bin was broken. Also I would like to have a cattle in the room, but maybe it is not equal to 3-stars Hotel.
Review for restaurant - very friendly welcoming staff, we had a daily menu for €6.90, good portion, tasty traditional Slovakian food.
Oh well, expected more but got less...
We stopped for a family lunch and it was a slight dissapointment.
• We asked them to put some ice in our limonade, since it was hot outside, but the waiter told us they dont have any 😂
• The waiters attitude was less than welcoming, it was an unpleasant experience
• The food was nice, for those prices u got some very delicious and huge dishes 👍
• You can pay with cash or cradit card 💶
• The restaurant has their own place to park your car or bike 🚗
• Its located in the heart of the city, so its a bit loud since there is nonstop trafic
Tasty breakfast, great location, parking included, clean room.
Hi...I can highly recommended this place...we have had recently a celebration of my mother's 85th birthday there and everything was just perfect. The table was nicely set up, the food excellent and stuff friendly and professional...they even prepared vases for flowers and did not bother about my three years old grandson, running around and trying to communicate with them. Despite we were not guests staying for night, they let us park our cars in the yard because of my mum walking problems. We spent a lovely time there and definitely we will come there again.
Friendly staff, act pro-actively & service minded (which is not typical in Eastern Europe) and the food was really good. Five stars in comparison to other venues visited in Slovakia.
Kammerhofská 18, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
Lemberg bistro
4.6
(861)
4.6
(57)
affordable
Vegan restaurant
Lemberg bistro is an attractive establishment that offers delectable plant-based cuisine. While they lack gluten-free options, their menu falsely claims to have them. This is due to the presence of gluten-containing soy sauce in their dishes, unbeknownst to the staff. It would be advisable for them to switch to a gluten-free alternative or remove the misleading label from their menu. Unfortunately, after being informed about this issue, the staff treated customers poorly with disrespect and a bad attitude.
Phenomenal restaurant with cuisine from almost all over the world. Everyone will find something to enjoy here, and there are even meat dishes available, so it’s definitely not just a place for veggie fans. The interior is also arranged in an interesting and stylish way. The service is very friendly – we were warmly welcomed at the entrance with a big smile, which is a rarity these days. I highly recommend it to everyone.
We stopped in Banská Štiavnica just in passing, but thanks to the charm of this little town – and now also thanks to Lemberd Bistro – I think we’ll be back in the future.
Best regards.
Mateusz W — Google review
First of all, we had no idea this was a vegan restaurant, but leaving the bistro we were very satisfied! The atmosphere is very cozy, we managed to get a window table and enjoyed the city atmosphere. Menu is very diverse, don’t expect any typical Slovak dishes. But you will get to choose from various asian, eastern-european and caucassian meals. All of them being VERY tasty! We started with Tom-Yum full of mushrooms mildly spicy, then I went for Plov (Uzbekistan) and ate it whole which I believed won’t be possible after the soup, but it was amazing. Finally someone who can bake garlic propperly!! Then we ended the session with deep-fried banana. Just yummy! Looking forward to our next visit 🙃
In my opinion this restaurant is better than the Lemberg bistro in Zvolen. The restaurant is 100% vegan and you can choose from many different cuisines. The restaurant was beautiful from the inside and had a super pretty view
The best food in Banska Stiavnica, without a doubt! I wish they had a branch in Bratislava too, as there isn't a comparable restaurant yet. The cuisine is imaginative and includes dishes from all over the world. The wine and lemonade are amazing, and the service is lovely. We love the interior design and sitting in the window seats that have the best view. Whenever we're in Stiavnica, we only eat here, sometimes even twice a day. Keep up the great work! 💚
We arrived with 2 dogs because we saw the restaurant is dog friendly so it was not a question. Really nice atmosphere the waitresses were super kind and helpful. Lot of choices from the menu. I had the ceburek and my fianceé had the chinkali. No words just wow! Amazing!
Amazing food and great service. So nice and helpful waitresses. Delicious, we were here many times and you have to try not just main dishes but their “Krémeš” (a vegan version of traditional cake). Definitely coming back when around.
Nice and modern interior.
Menu is vegan with meals from all around the world. We had very tasty homemade udon noodles and tom yam soup - perfect.
We vame back next day for the Kremes dessert and you could not miss it - awesome.
Portions was enough for us and we was glad for it. For the people who eats 5 pices of dumpling can be dissapointing, we was satisfied.
Nice offer of beverages included craft beer etc.
Great little vegan restaurant with very creative dishes from around the world. Our group shared several and they were all quite tasty. And local craft beers, wine & cocktails.
Radničné námestie 10, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
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U Böhma
3.3
(333)
2.5
(27)
Restaurant
The current ranking of U Böhma does not accurately reflect the quality of their food. Despite initially being unsure about visiting due to the ranking, the customer decided to give it a chance and was pleasantly surprised. The restaurant has a simple ambiance but offers friendly service and delicious food. While the customer suggests investing in new tables and chairs, they overall recommend U Böhma for its good value for money. To improve their ranking, they suggest that the restaurant actively seek feedback from guests on Google.
A great little restaurant. Cozy, service minded (for being Slovakia) and genuine Slovak cuisine.
M — Google review
We had a dinner at this restaurant and I had ate vegetarian patties here... Few hours later I've vomited and had a serious food poisoning. Next day a felt like I was going to die. Visit at your own risk, because the food may be spoiled. Don't recommend at all!!! This place should be closed.
Food was not very good, it was edible, but way too much spice
Rissoto had a garlic sauce on top of it, couldn't taste anything else just garlic. Meat, wayyy too much black pepper to a point where it was spicy.
Waitress look overwhelmed, like she could use some help.
3/10 overall.
We ordered risotto with herbs and mozzarela and this is what we got. Dry rice with a yoghurt based sauce and a bit of grated "mozzarella" on top. It was inedible. The service was also very slow and unprofessional. The only good thing was that they didn't charge us for the dish since we didn't even touch it.
Best stroganov I've ever had, this place is perfect. Great prices and Tradition is on full display 👌
Food was very bad. I mean, a five year old child frying shoe soles. The chef should be replaced and never allowed in the kitchen again. Pretty sure the beef was bought in a supermarket. The only positive about this place was the waitress who was really nice and polite.
The current ranking is not reflecting quality of food. We have taken decision to visit this place without seeing the ranking, entered the place, which was really very simple snd then we went to google ranking. We were thinking to leave but finally gave a chance them. Food was ready in about 15 minutes, taste was really good and team of restaurant with very friendly approach. So don’t expect fancy environment, but service and food are definitely better than current ranking. I would suggest to owner to invest very tiny money to new tables and chairs. Rest is there. If team will then ask frequently guests to provide them the feedback on google, situation may change very soon. Thank you for good food and good luck for the future.
Good food, surprisingly nice restaurant very good value for money
Strieborná 153, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
Black M Sa presťahovala na Kutnohorsku 1
4.3
(1568)
3.8
(202)
cheap
European restaurant
Black M is a top-notch establishment located in Banska Stiavnica, offering a pleasant ambiance in the heart of the city's historical center. The staff is exceptionally welcoming, ensuring customers feel right at home. Their menu features delectable dishes served in Slovakian, English, and Hungarian languages. Upon ordering, prompt service is provided. Patrons can indulge in delicious flavors while enjoying reasonable prices comparable to neighboring eateries.
Menu in Slovakian, English and Hungarian languages. Fast service after ordering. Delicious tastes, prices are on average compared with the near restaurants. The crew forgot to serve a salad, but they discounted the final price after my complaint. I can offer this restaurant to everybody!
Gergő K — Google review
Went there with 4 adults and 5 kids, got out really happy. Friendly staff, really long list but all we tasted were better than we thought. Really good value for money. As a tip try the local rosé.
Black M is the best place in Banská Štiavnica. Very friendly staff, tasty food and lovely surroundings in historical city centre. We were working in city for live broadcasting of International cycling race and we worked till late night. Owner is very caring and we felt like at home. Thank you! We recommend this tasty place😉
Food was fabulous very friendly stuff and good coffee.
6 * service!!!
Next visit of Banska Stiavnica definitely stop point.
Thank you guys.
Cozy little place in beautiful setting has welcomed me and my kids in the middle of freezing winter weekend. Oasis! We appreciated a menu with not too many dishes - but honestly prepared, home-made food. Soup and a main dish worth 12e. Thank you!
Very good taste, but the portion was a little bit small, but the pizzas are great
Visited the location under Kalvaria in August 2023. After sitting at a table for 25 minutes, unnoticed by any of the staff, I gave up and left. Noticed that other guests had the same problem.
Last year, all tables featured a sign that asked guests to order at the bar inside; this year the signs have been missing. As I understand, the restaurant is under new management this year, so I assumed there was table service now, but it's possible the staff just forgot to distribute the signs onto the tables.
Edit, to add more information in relation to the restaurant's response: Based on my timestamp of photos from Kalvaria, my visit occurred on August 10, 2023. It was after a downpour, because we went to sit outside under the big umbrellas, and some of the benches were wet. I was sitting while my kids were playing, and I remember two more occupied tables (may have been more, but I noticed only two): At one, a couple was sitting and watching their kid, at another a family was playing cards. At no time did I see a waiter approaching the tables at all.
Let’s face is Banska štavnica is a tourist town and you’re not going to find any gourmet food here. It did not blow my socks off but they made decent pizza so I’d go here again for pizza if I was back in town.
One star down for lukewarm soup and not friendly staff.
Vodárenská 23, 969 01 Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia•
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