Experience in Banska Bystrica, Slovakia by Monika

What is it like to live in Banska Bystrica? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

It very nice city. It is not so big but there is a lot of fun. I would recommend it to everyone!

What is the student lifestyle like in Banska Bystrica?

In general students in Slovakia have a lot of advantages. In Banská there are parties very often. And students from Erasmus do not have to study so much.

How much does it cost to live in Banska Bystrica?

It is very cheap. You do not need more than 350€/month. (also with parties)

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Banska Bystrica? Is there any advice you can give?

For students there are always dorms, so there is no problem with that.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

You can eat here almost everything. Except sea food... It is not very good, but it depends. But there are many restaurants with slovak national food and it is so delicious.

What places would you recommend visiting in Banska Bystrica?

We have nice nature, but also architecture (it is historic city).

Is the nightlife good in Banska Bystrica? Where is good to go?

The nightlife is very good on tuesday, wednesday, friday and saturday. you can go just to centre and decide what kind of music you want.

What advice would you give future students heading to Banska Bystrica?

Just enjoy it there and travel a lot! Because it is in the middle of Slovakia so it is close to everywhere.