Žilina

Žilina is based in Central Slovakia with population of over 80,000, and the capital city of the Žilina administrative region.

Zilina SVK Plaza01 - |Zilina - main square

Žilina Halal Travel Guide

Zilina is the fourth largest town in Slovakia. Kia Motors Company has a large plant in Zilina. In 2017, Kia Motors Slovakia manufactured 335,600 passenger vehicles for clients from over 80 countries. A lot of Kia employees from Korea have moved to Zilina, so you can find specialized Korean food sections in some larger supermarkets and some Korean restaurants.

Zilina is an important transport junction point linking south (Bratislava, Vienna) with north (Kraków, Warsaw) and east (Kosice, Ukraine) with west (Ostrava, Prague).

Travel as a Muslim to Žilina

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Žilina

• Železničná stanica Žilina - central train station | Hviezdoslava street GPS: 49.22686, 18.74613

Žilina is on the mainline Bratislava-Košice and has frequent connections in both directions, and to the Czech Republic. A direct night train Prague to Kiev (one way) also passes through Žilina early in the morning providing a direct and comfortable (albeit slow) connection from Ukrainian cities like Lviv and Vinnica.

From Bratislava trains can be caught from the main train station (Bratislava Hlavna Stanica) roughly every one to one and a half hours. Fares from €9.

From the Czech Republic there are almost hourly connections, operated by Slovak National Railways, RegioJet and LeoExpress. Fares from Prague start at €8, 5-6 hours.

From Poland and points further north, a change is necessary in either Bohumin or Ostrava.

From Hungary, change in Bratislava (Budapest) or Košice (Miskolc-Debrecen).

Žilina is a junction point for many places in the region. See Cestovné Poriadky] for details on all train and bus connections. Private train companies can offer very competitive fares if you book online in advance.

Travel on a Bus in Žilina

From some towns in Czech Republic, Poland or Slovakia could be easier to catch bus than train or it adds additional connection. See (available in English also) for train and bus connections in Slovakia and countries around. The main bus station GPS 49.2251,18.7474 is next to the train station.

By car

There are 3 European roads crossing in Zilina. Road E75 from Bratislava to Zilina as highway D1. Road E50 from Brno continues to Kosice as highway D1. Road E442 from Olomouc.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Žilina

Žilina has an airport but it is only used for private aviation and the occasional charter flight, so any journey to Zilina will involve a train, bus or taxi journey of at least two hours. Nearby airports with affordable flights are, in order of convenience, Poprad (seasonal), Bratislava, Brno and Katowice.

How to get around in Žilina

GPS: 49.226|18.743 

Halal Friendly Walking Tours in Žilina

The centre is pedestrianised and also small enough to explore on foot. Many areas have also been made wheelchair accessible.

By public transport

The city operates 8 trolleybus routes and 9 normal bus routes throughout Žilina, its suburbs, and neighbouring villages. Check dpmz.sk for a route map and timetables.

By bike

The city has quite a few hills, holes in the road and fast drivers, making cycling around sometimes a fun challenge. However in some areas the city has recently also invested in creating bicycle-friendly streets and cyclepaths, and outside of peak hours traffic is low so you can obtain the streets to yourself.

Cyklodielna Recykel repairs and sells second-hand bicycles.

What to see in Žilina

Zilina SVK Plaza02 - |Zilina - main square Zilina city 90 - Holy Trinity Gothic Church

Take a stroll in the historic centre and admire the old churches.

• From steps in front of Farsky kostel (church up from Hlinkovo namestie square) you can see beautiful mountains around - Mala Fatra.

• Mariánske námestie - GPS: 49.22346, 18.73936 Mariánske námestie . Once it was a market place, today lively central square of the town with arcades.

• Považská galéria umenia - Museum of Art Zilina | Ul. Štefánikova č.2 GPS: 49.22469, 18.74286 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sa 09:00-17:00, Sunday 10:00-16:00 €1 per exhibition, €3 for entire museum. Half price for students, pensioners and children - Regularly changing exhibitions in a variety of forms, sometimes modern, sometimes more traditional. Well worth a visit.

• Holy Trinity Gothic Church - Horný Val 1 GPS: 49.2242, 18.7408 Holy Trinity Gothic Church, Žilina KostolZilina Roman Catholic church from the 15th century, one of the town's most significant monuments.

• Budatín Castle - Topoľová 1 GPS: 49.23629, 18.73481 Budatín Castle Budatín hrad - by Pudelek . Beautiful 13th-century castle with a nice park on the confluence of two rivers. The castle is closed for reconstruction, but the park is open.

• Galéria plusminusnula - J. M. Hurbana 220/11 GPS: 49.22495, 18.73696 next to Nova Synagoga Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 12:00-17:00 Free - Exhibition space for contemporary art, with a new exhibition every month.

What to do in Žilina

• Zilina dam - Vodne Dielo | GPS: 49.2147, 18.7759 about 2km east of the centre Do running, walking, inline skating, cycling, beach volleyball

• Lesopark Žilina - Veľký diel GPS: 49.19946, 18.75622 between quarters Solinky and Vlcince - Walking, running, barbecue, high-rope adventure park

• Stanica cultural node - GPS: 49.2184, 18.7309 train station Zariecie - In the building of old and still operating train station Zilina-Zariecie. Concerts and theater performances, films (often in English or with English subtitles), festivals, exhibitions, discussions, bar.

• Dom umenia Fatra - concert hall | Jozefa Vuruma 139 GPS: 49.22258, 18.73836 ☎ +421 412451111 - from €5 - Weekly classical performances by the State Chamber Orchestra Žilina. Tickets at /program-hierarchie?categoryId=1003&institutionId=9&lang=en navstevnik.sk]

Study in Žilina

• To dance: Tanečná škola Plešinger, Závodská cesta 6, 00421 41 7003 173, 00421 903 804 051,
• Paragliding: Zilina is popular place to start with it (hill Stranik), ,

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Žilina

• Dubeň Shopping Center - Vysokoškolákov 52 GPS: 49.2114, 18.7520 - Large shopping mall south of the downtown offering wide range of stores.

• cheese - get local Cheese from Cheese shops, much better and fresher than from supermarkets, e.g. Syrmix on Narodna street or Kuzmanyho Street, shops close to market
• Fruit and vegetable market - during season good source of vegetable and fruits, sometime you can find here local residents with only their things (not from big stores). Over corner of Kuzmanyho and Halkova street.

Halal Restaurants in Žilina

Cheap Cheese typical for region:

• "bryndza" - soft Cheese (great on fresh bread)
• "korbáčiky", "nite" - great snack
• "parenica"
• "oštiepok" - smoked sheep Cheese, similar to Polish "oscypek"

Typical dishes:

• "kapustnica" - soup with sauerkraut and sausage
• "bryndzové halušky" - Pasta dumplings with bryndza (soft sheep cheese)
• "strapačky" - Pasta dumplings with sauer kraut

Every restaurant has non-smoking part (by law). During lunch hours (12:00-14:00) most restaurants offer a 'denne menu' with a few set meal options for €3-5. Expect a typical Slovak plate; potatoes, cabbage and a slab of Meat, or a plate of Pasta with Cheese. Always soup will be included, likely a Chicken broth (vyvar) or garlic soup.

• Cosmo Asian Restaurant - Kuzmányho 100 GPS: 49.22354, 18.73664 Opening Hours: 11:00-23:00 daily Nice looking restaurant. They have daily menus all day for about €4 including soup.

• Slovenska koliba |

Kuzmanyho GPS: 49.2237, 18.7374 Typical Slovak looking building with typical Slovak dishes

• Trattoria Pepe - Jozefa Vuruma 5 GPS: 49.22261, 18.73881 close to Marianske Namestie - Pork or Chicken escalopes (wiener schnitzel), Chicken and Pasta dish, a Meat and Rice dish, served with potatoes and vegetable and a drink, all for a very reasonable €4. Pleasant little place.

• Na bráne - Bottova 10 GPS: 49.22244, 18.74071 Opening from Monday to Saturday 08:30-23:00 Daily menu €4 including soup and Kofola - Cheap restaurant with typical Slovak food. Very popular with local residents for lunch and dinner, and arguably the cheapest Aperol Spritz in all of Slovakia. Only set meals, no á la carte dishes. Covered terrace in summer.

Mid-range

• Korzo - @restaurant.sk

Mariánske námestie 13 GPS: 49.22390, 18.73910 ☎ +421904554455 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 08:00-22:00, Friday Sa 08:00-0:00 - Modern, slightly upscale restaurant and terrace on the central square. Good food, excellent lemonades.

• Reštaurácia Vix - Sládkovičová 3 GPS: 49.22375, 18.73824 in the junction of square "Marianske namestie" ☎ +421 41 562 6401 +421 41 562 6431 Opening Hours: Every day 10:00-23:00 €3-13 +421 903 502 177 Stylish and modern. Video games, casino and billiard upstairs.

• Voyage Voyage - Mariánske námestie 191/14 GPS: 49.2238, 18.7389 - Up in the second of the square is very agreeable.

• Manzo Steak & Burgers - @

Antona Bernoláka 44 GPS: 49.2176, 18.7405 ☎ +421948855338 | Opening Hours: Monday Tuesday & Thursday 11:00-22:00, West 08:00-22:00, Friday 08:00-23:00, Sa 12:00-23:00 - Relatively new restaurant which is quickly gaining in popularity. Wide choice of Steaks of different cuts and burgers, neatly served. They also have a few Vegetarian options.

• Vulcano | Za plavárňou 8121/1 GPS: Daily menus for €5.5. Solid gelato around corner.

There are many pubs, restaurants and tearooms around town. Beer is especially affordable at just over €1 per half litre.

There are a few pubs and bars on the main square. There is an Irish bar, aptly named 'Guinness' and also a disco style bar called Royales.

Typical Slovak (and Czech) soft drink is Kofola. Kind of coke drink, not so sweet.

• Trojka pub - Horný val 8/17 GPS: 49.22338, 18.74156

Good place to meet, drink and have something to eat. They have also English menu card.

• Beervana - @

Kuzmányho 104/8 GPS: 49.2241, 18.7369 ☎ +421 902696156 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 16:00-00:00, Friday Sa 16:00-02:00 - Twelve different soft drinks on tap, changing regularly. Also other drinks, snack foods and pizza on the menu. A bit expensive by local standards but worth it for the assortment and ambiance. English speaking staff and menu. Good for groups.

• Na 7. schode - Web: éka-210563959103377/ @

Antona Bernolaka 2 GPS: 49.21923, 18.74028 +421901708984 Opening from Monday to Saturday 16:00-00:00, Friday until 01:00 - Small sit-down pub with good atmosphere and music at a good level for conversations with friends or strangers. Very good specialty soft drinks on offer. Cash only.

Where to stay in Žilina

• Dom techniky - Vysokoškolákov 3151/70 GPS: 49.21350, 18.74739 ☎ +421 911802008A good affordable option although quite far from the train and bus stations. Private rooms with sinks from €20 a night, on the 9th and 10th floors. No internet but nearby restaurant has free Wi-Fi.

• Ubytovňa Žilina - hostel - 3@.sk

Pri Celulózke 28 GPS: 49.21645, 18.76863 bus N° 24, 26, 31 ☎ +421 415254868 - €11.50 per person per day, discounts for more nights - Free wifi, single bedroom

• Ubytovňa Dunaqua - @

Bratislavská 2 GPS: 49.22741, 18.73326 ☎ +421415621263 - Checkout: 10:00 Dorm €8, Pension Room €12, Apartment €27 An ubytovňa is a traditional Slovak workers hotel, expect just basic service but good value. Breakfast and tourist tax not included in the price. Located just a short walk from the old centre.

Mid-range

• Econohotel garni - V. Spanyola 43 GPS: 49.21574, 18.74581 red building on a hill ☎ +421 41 565 0747 - From €35 single/€50 double +421 911 422 008 Non-stop.

• Hotel Slovakia - Nám. Ľudovíta Štúra 2 GPS: 49.21970, 18.73965 next to Aupark From €25 single/€39 double A very nice ex-communist hotel with over 100 rooms, centrally located with parking.

• Penzión
  • Anton - Sv. Cyrila a Metoda 830 GPS: 49.22632, 18.79144 ☎ +421 415094499 +421 415094451€27-43 Check-in: nonstop / Check-out: Comfortable accommodation 3 kilometers from Žilina in beautiful surrounding.

• Hotel Dubná Skala - @

Hurbanova 8 GPS: 49.22534, 18.73956 ☎ +421 41 507 9100 +421 41 507 9101 From €95 single/€99 double Non-stop

• Palace Hotel Polom - @

Hviezdoslavova 22 GPS: 49.2265, 18.7453 next to main train station ☎ +421 41 504 8888 +421 41 504 8333 Price Single/double €102/129-129/142 - Non-stop.

Telecommunications in Žilina

• Free open wifi on Námestie A. Hlinku (lower square) and Marianské námestie (upper square), as well as in the central shopping malls Aupark and Mirage.
• Amazing photogallery of everything in Zilina including photos of hotels, shops, parks, hills, quarters, transport, schools, churches, industries, health centers.

• Pošta Žilina 1 - main post office | Sládkovičova 14 GPS: 49.22483, 18.73779 opposite Nova Synagoga and Rosenfeld Palace ☎ +421 415126210 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 07:00-19:00, Sa 08:00-12:00 - Send letters and packages, SIM cards and credit, point of sale for ticketportal.sk

• Žilina Tourism Board Office - @

Námestie A. Hlinku 9 GPS: 49.22488, 18.74263 freestanding kiosk, look for a big green info sign ☎ +421 417233186 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00, June - September also Sa Sunday 09:00-14:00 - Run by enthusiastic staff that know everything about the city. They can tell you about all the events and current exhibitions.

Stay Safe

Like any central European town, be practical. The train station is not the greatest place to "have" to stop over in for any length of time based on experience. Suggest avoid waiting room, and stay near kiosks. Otherwise, Zilina is fine. Enjoy!

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Žilina

There are many great places close to Zilina.

Castles and ruins

• Starhrad ruin (11 km) - on hill in the middle of forest with great view to river meander. Do a day trip: by train to Strecno, go to Strecno castle, cross river and go up to Starhrad and back.
• Strecno castle (11 km) - big castle just next road to Liptovský Mikuláš, paid entrance, open daily 09:00-18:00 (last entrance 17:15). By train or bus to Strecno village.
• Lietava ruin (10 km)- nice looking, on the way to Rajecke Teplice
• Sulov castle ruin (28 km) - on the top of rock in Sulovske skaly (Sulov rocks)
• Hricov ruin (13 km) - nice walk from village Hričovske Podhradie

Mountains and hills

• Malá Fatra - with centre in Vratna (start of hiking tracks, lift, ski resort) and Terchova (big wooden creche in church). Possible tours:
• Janosikove horne a dolne diery: start in Stefanova
• To Chleb and walk on the mountain edge
• Sulov rocks (Sulovske skaly) - start from village Sulov-Hradna. You can do circle around and visit also Sulov castle ruin.
• Stranik - popular with paragliding, great view over Zilina and the river Vah and surrounding mountains. Take bus no. 27 to Zastranie to last stop.

Others

• Rajecke Teplice - if you are passing this town, stop and enjoy small stroll around town and park
• Čičmany - a folk village near Žilina.
• Vlkolínec - a folk village near Ružomberok.

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