What to do in Bratislava, Slovakia

Bratislava and Slovakia still belong to undiscovered travel destinations. Here are a few suggestions on what do in Bratislava.

After you get to Bratislava and check-in at one of the recommended hotels or apartments, just stroll around Korzo, the historical centre of the city and the pedestrian only zone. Enjoy the historical architecture of our "Little Big City" and meet some strange local folks. Stop at one of the numerous cafes or restaurants for a coffe or a drink and soak up the unique atmosphere of Bratislava.

Definitely do a little sightseeing. Either just walk around the Old Town with the "must see" sights, or you could go for one of the scheduled city tours. If you are into history and art, check one of Bratislava museums and galleries.



Definitely do not miss Bratislava Castle. Even if you don’t feel like seeing the medieval exhibits inside, it is worth just because of the panoramic view of the city it offers.



The most popular half day trip is a visit to Devin, once mighty Castle on the steep rock nearby Bratislava. A pleasant boat trip will take you to the place with history dating back to 5000 BC. An alternative could be a visit of the Danubiana Art Gallery located on the edge of a peninsula of the Danube river with a pleasant garden full of Art.


As a full day trip, you could take a bus, train or a boat to Vienna, the capital of Austria situated some 60 km (40 miles) only from Bratislava. Bratislava and Vienna (often called "Twin Cities") are the 2 nearest capital cities in Europe and both their past & present are closely linked. You will definitely not get bored in Vienna.


To get around Bratislava, you can use the extensive system of public transportation. Keep in mind, that the historical heart of Bratislava is a pedestrian only area with cobble stone, so you might want to take some comfortable shoes when you come.



After walking you may get hungry. Luckily, Bratislava offers numerous dining possibilities, ranging from local pubs with typical Slovak food to trendy restaurants following the latest culinary trends.



Bratislava also offers an exciting night life. Whether you just want to stop by for a drink or you feel like party till down, there are many pubs, bars and discos full of party people.



If drinking & dancing is not what you are looking for, you might want to spend a night at the Opera. The beautiful historical building on Hviezdoslavovo namestie houses the Slovak National Theatre with the acclaimed Opera. Because of really favourable rates, the performances are sought by Opera lovers from all around Europe.


If you feel like relaxing, you can pamper yourself at the SABAI - Thai Massage Centre located on Laurinska street in the Old Town. It is recommended to make reservations at least 1 day in advance.



Before you leave, you might also want to do some shopping either in one of the shopping malls or you can search for some typical Bratislava souvenirs in the small shops in the historical centre of Bratislava. The most vibrant street with lots of shops, restaurants and pubs is the Obchodna street.

We are sure you will enjoy visiting Bratislava and we would be happy to assist you with your travel arrangements. Any questions you might have, please contact us anytime.