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The Spiš: Levoča to Košice: 3-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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The 3-day version for June: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 2-day plan · 3-day plan · 4-day plan · best time to go.

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3
days
105 km
distance
4.3 h
driving
18
curated stops

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Day 1 Poprad → Levoča

5 curated stops
Transit
1h54
Finish
~17:15
Temperature
10.5°C–20.5°C
Rainy days
~15
Daylight
16.0h
09:00
Church of St. George (Juraj) read more map ↗
Marvel at the stunning Gothic altar crafted by Master Paul of Levoča.
50 min · Poprad
10:05
Spišská Sobota read more
Stroll through the well-preserved historic center and visit its charming churches.
50 min · Poprad
11:10
Kozie chrbty read more
Hike through this mountain range, home to underground karst phenomena.
90 min · Poprad
12:40
VEG - Vegetarian restaurant veg.sk map ↗
Savor Indian-style vegetarian dishes, burgers, and pizza in a cozy setting.
60 min · Poprad
open: M-F 11:00-20:00, Sa Su 12:00-20:00
15:25
Sv. Jakob search map ↗
Gaze at the world's tallest wooden altar, a masterpiece of Gothic sculpture.
50 min · Levoča · Cash only
16:25
Basilica of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary search map ↗
Take in panoramic views of the town and countryside from this basilica.
50 min · Levoča
Overnight: Levoča
e.g. Hotel Barbakan · Hotel Arkada

Day 2 Spiš Castle

5 curated stops
Transit
0h55
Finish
~16:00
Temperature
10.5°C–20.5°C
Rainy days
~15
Daylight
16.0h
09:20
Unfortunately, the castle is closed for reconstruction, but its imposing presence can still be admired from afar.
50 min · Spiš Castle
10:20
Kostol Narodenia Panny Márie podhradie.kapitula.sk map ↗
Visit a charming church built in 1825, standing on the site of a medieval predecessor damaged by an earthquake.
50 min · Spiš Castle
11:20
Spišská Kapitula read more map ↗
Explore the ecclesiastical town featuring St. Martin's Cathedral, a historic monument dating back to 1245.
50 min · Spiš Castle
12:25
Sivá Brada read more
Discover a unique travertine mound topped with a mineral spring that forms a small, serene lake.
50 min · Spiš Castle
13:30
Rajtopíky search
Hike through Rajtopíky nature reserve, a peaceful part of the Slovak Paradise National Park.
90 min · Spiš Castle
15:00
Ubytovanie u Kastelana ukastelana.eu map ↗
Dine in a cozy restaurant offering simple, satisfying meals in a welcoming pension setting.
60 min · Spiš Castle
Overnight here
e.g. Penzion Chalupka

Day 3 Košice

6 curated stops
Transit
1h29
Finish
~17:10
Temperature
13.7°C–24.6°C
Rainy days
~12
Daylight
15.9h
10:00
Sándor Márai Memorial read more map ↗
Find the writer seated contemplatively facing an empty chair.
50 min · Košice
11:00
East Slovak Museum vsmuzeum.sk read more map ↗
Discover the region's natural and cultural history in one of Slovakia's oldest and most significant museums.
50 min · Košice · €8 for four exhibitions including Mikluš's Prison, the house of Franz II Rakoczy, and the pharmacy (apothecary) museum. A further €8 for two more exhibitions
open: Tu-Sa 09:00-17:00, Su 14:00-18:00
12:00
Walking the historic centre read more map ↗
Stroll the compact, lovely historic centre packed with landmarks.
90 min · Košice
13:40
St Elizabeth's Cathedral read more map ↗
Admire the High Gothic architecture of this remarkable medieval cathedral, built on a historic site.
50 min · Košice · Entrance to the cathedral is €2 (€1 for children), or a ticket including the tower and monuments is €6 (€4 for children). St Michael's Chapel (next door) is …
open: 06:000-19:00. The tower is open all year long between 10:00 and 17:00
14:40
Cheer for HC Košice on the ice at the impressive Steel Arena.
90 min · Košice
16:20
Cathedral of the Nativity of the Mother of God read more map ↗
Worship in a Greek-Catholic church built in Neo-Romanesque style with stunning iconostasis.
50 min · Košice

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