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Žilina, Slovakia

Žilina is a city in north-western Slovakia, around 170 kilometres (110 mi) from the capital Bratislava, close to both the Czech and Polish borders. It is the fourth largest city of Slovakia with a population of approximately 80,000, an important industrial center, the largest city on the Váh river, and the seat of a kraj and of an okres.

Type CityPopulation 80,000Settled 1208

Why go

  • City in Žilina Region, Slovakia.
  • Known for St. Mary's Square, lakes, sailing.
  • Served by Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport (ILZ).

History

Žilina is a city in north-western Slovakia, around 170 kilometres (110 mi) from the capital Bratislava, close to both the Czech and Polish borders. It is the fourth largest city of Slovakia with a population of approximately 80,000, an important industrial center, the largest city on the Váh river, and the seat of a kraj and of an okres. It belongs to the Upper Váh region of tourism.

Restaurants & places to go

Carolina
Pizza, Restaurant · Pizzeria v centre Žiliny — možnosť donášky, konzumácie vo vnútri a so sebou. Letná terasa na Národnej. Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-23:45… · pizzacarolina.sk
Indoor
Streetfoodie
Burger, Sandwich, Steak House, Asian, Restaurant · Koncept, ktorý tvoria skvelé jedlá “z ulice” podávané reštauračným servisom, kvalitné pitie a príjemná… · zilina.streetfoodie.sk
Indoor
Palace Restaurant
International, Slovak, Restaurant · Hotelová reštaurácia Palace Hotel Polom — medzinárodná a slovenská kuchyňa, možnosť raňajok pre hostí, salóniky pre… · palacehotelpolom.sk
Indoor
La Donuteria
Donut, Coffee Shop, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-19:00; Sa-Su 10:00-19:00 Features: takeaway · ladonuteria.sk
Indoor
McDonald's
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 08:00-21:00 Features: takeaway, step-free access · restauracie.mcdonalds.sk
Indoor
Starbucks
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:30-20:00; Sa-Su 09:00-20:00; PH off Features: outdoor seating, takeaway, air conditioning · starbucksslovakia.sk
Indoor
BlackDog
Regional, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Th 11:00-23:00, Fr 11:00-01:00, Sa 11:00-24:00, Su 11:00-22:00 Features: outdoor seating, delivery · blackdogrestaurant.sk
Indoor
Central Park
Regional, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 06:30-21:00; Sa,Su,PH 07:30-21:00 Features: air conditioning · penzioncentralpark.sk
Indoor

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Airports

Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport (ILZ) 9.3 km to the centre
Dolný Hričov, ZI, SK — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Martin Airfield 23 km to the centre
Martin, ZI, SK
Outdoor
Domaniža Airfield 23 km to the centre
Domaniža, TC, SK
Outdoor
Košťany nad Turcom Airstrip 25 km to the centre
Košťany nad Turcom, ZI, SK
Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Kompa Strečno
Ferry terminal · 10 km from the centre
Outdoor
Kompa Strečno
Ferry route
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Žilina, Slovakia
Žilina, Slovakia
credit: Wikipedia / Wikimedia Commons · See source page

When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Žilina-Dolný Hričov Airport (ILZ); 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km (nearest: Kompa Strečno, 10 km); routes include Kompa Strečno.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Žilina, Slovakia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.