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Best things to do and see in Bratislava

Bratislava , capital of Slovakia, is the most important city in the country, being the reference both economically and politically. The city is located very close to the border with Austria and Hungary, following the route of the Danube and surrounded by the Little Carpathians. Lush forests are added to this landscape where you can go hiking while enjoying nature. The old town (historical center) dates from the XVVIII century and is limited to pedestrians, so it is very pleasant to walk through its streets as well as to have a drink on the terraces of bars and restaurants. If you do not want to waste your time looking for the points of interest that are worth visiting, we advise you to do a free walking tour in Bratislava with an official local guru who will show you the essential places of the city. One of the sites that is usually the favorite of travelers is the Castles rebuilt on the hill (Bratislavský Hrad) with spectacular views over the old town itself, as well as the Danube route through the city. Another place that is very close to the imposing river, is Devín Castle, as well as visiting St. Martin's Cathedral, Most SNP Bridge (UFO Bridge), Grassalkovich Palace where the president of the country resides, the Church of Santa Isabel , outside the historic center, the Slovak National Museum where you can soak up the local culture, as well as the Primate Palace that houses one of the city's main auditoriums. Another place that you must include in your route is the UFO Observation Deck viewpoint from which you can have a view of the Danube river, in addition to the rest of the city. It is usually one of the points that stand out in their opinions the walkers who have made a free tour in Bratislava in GuruWalk . In the end, the panoramic views offered by the city are one of the best summaries that you can take with you during your visit. After your visit, if you still want to know the world, cities like Zurich, Nuremberg or Cologne also have guided tours.

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This free walking tour is our original free tour. It covers the old-town and the Bratislava Castle. We will be visiting the most important landmarks and places in Bratislava. It is a basic introduction.

This free tour covers the sad stories of the Slovak people during the fascist World War 2 Slovak state (1939-1945) and the communist era in the Czechoslovakian Socialist Republic (1948-1989).

This free walking tours is unique. We did extensive research and we came up with a 1 hour evening tour of Bratislava. Enjoy some really unique stories of people living in and haunting Bratislava.

This free tour covers the story and history of Bratislava. We will discuss the importance of Bratislava and the transformation from a medieval to a modern city

Please note, that our walking tours are not associated with any hostel, cafe, bar or restaurant and it is solely tip based. It is our bread and beer for the day. It drives us to give you the best experience possible.

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   Roman was our travel guide for three hours.it was very good experience for us.roman was very good and very kind and polite and his informations was very hepful for us.roman all the best to you.

   Fully recommend this tour. Patrick our guide was engaging, informative, entertaining and included everybody in the group. Thoroughly recommend spending a few hours doing a free walking tour. There are a few steps up to the castle, so be aware, take water if it’s hot. ..More

   In 2 hours this was a great mix of information! Ancient history from Celts to Slavs to Hungarians and Nazis, as well as modern history. Each topic was well-related to the statue or building or view that we saw. Pleasantly explained with a sense of. ..More

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Do you know what Bratislava was called in the past and when it became a city? Do you know what precious treasures hides the Primate’s Palace or why the tower of the St. Martin’s Cathedral is topped with a crown instead of a usual cross? You will learn all this and much more at our walking tour of the historical city centre with a professional guide.

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MEETING TIME & PLACE daily at 14.00 Tourist Information Centre, Klobučnícka 2 DURATION 75 min. NUMBER OF PERSONS min. 2 LANGUAGE Slovak, English, German Booking at least 2 hours before the start of the tour required. One child under 18 is entitled to join the tour for free when accompanied by the parent – card holder.

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The small - yet, charming - bratislava.

Set along the Danube River, Bratislava is Slovakia’s largest city and capital, the country’s political, cultural and economic centre. Bratislava is generally considered a beautiful city, with its old-town charm and surrounding hills, vineyards and forests. Bordering both Austria and Hungary on either side makes Bratislava’s history a fascinating one, having been influenced by many nations through the ages.

Despite its relatively small size, Bratislava has a lot offer, especially in terms of history and social aspects. Its renowned 18th century city center is a lively pedestrian paradise where countless cafés and bars can be found. Its medieval architecture climaxes on the reconstructed Bratislava Castle ‘Staré Mesto’, which overlooks the old town. Other noteworthy sights include St.Martin’s Church, St. Michael’s Gate and the Hungarian Blue Church. There are many reasons why the city is a growing destination among travelers, being an affordable city offering modern shopping, tasty local cuisine, a thriving art scene and hosting many international sports events. For those who are interested in partaking in a vibrant nightlife it definitely won’t disappoint.

Since Bratislava is easily accessible on foot, taking a free walking tour is the perfect way to delve into your surroundings. Gaze upon medieval houses and palaces and hear about critical periods in human history that took place in Bratislava.

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What makes Bratislava so delightful?

Although Bratislava is not as popular with tourists as other cities in the region: Vienna, Krakow or Prague, you can find some really great attractions here. Bratislava impresses with its historical monuments, tranquility and greenery, and is not as crowded with tourists as Vienna or Budapest, allowing you to fully enjoy its charms. If you are planning a trip to the Slovak capital, join our free tour and learn about the city’s history from the Middle Ages to the present day. Discover the most magnificent monuments, charming places and attractions that you will long remember. Enjoy an unforgettable free tour of Bratislava with a local, passionate guide!

Bratislava – what to see during the tour?

The sightseeing tour should start with the city’s main square, Hlavné námestie, which is also Bratislava’s market square. The square is located in the Old Town, in the very center of the capital, and is surrounded by historical buildings such as the Art Nouveau Roland palace, the neo-Baroque Paluďaiov palace, the rococo Kutscherfeldov palace, the rococo Aponiho palace or the Miestodržiteľský palace. You will also find here the 16th-century Rolland Fountain, which owes its name to the legendary knight.

Lovers of historical buildings will be delighted with the ruins of medieval Devín Castle, located on a rock at the mouth of the Morava River into the Danube – it is one of the oldest castles in all of Slovakia. Also noteworthy is the Bratislava Castle dating from the 10th century, which served as a defensive fortress from the 15th century onwards. Today it houses the Historical Museum. The only surviving city gate in Bratislava is the Michalská Gate, which was built around 1300.

The most famous religious building in Bratislava is St Martin’s Cathedral, the former coronation church of the Hungarian kings. It is the most important church in the whole of Slovakia and its construction began back in the 14th century. Also worth a visit is the Church of St Elizabeth, known as the Blue Church, which stands out for its unusual shape and colour.

Another popular attraction in the city is the UFO, a space ship shaped restaurant located on the Slovak National Uprising Bridge. On its roof you will find a viewpoint (located at a height of 95 metres), from which you can admire, among other things, Bratislava Castle and the Old Town.

There are also quite a few interesting sculptures in Bratislava. The most famous of these is the statue of Čumil – the sewer man, which protrudes from a sewer manhole. Touching Čumil’s helmet is said to bring good luck, so it is no wonder that it is the most worn-out spot on the monument.

Free walking tour – Bratislava with a local guide

Looking for a guide to show you the highlights of the Slovak capital? Take a free walking tour of Bratislava with Walkative! This unique form of tour assumes that it is the tourist who prices the guide’s commitment, knowledge and passion and sets the price of the tour himself. Free walking tour in Bratislava is addressed to families, couples, small groups of friends and individual tourists. Book a place on our website and go on an unforgettable free guided tour! Bratislava is one of many European cities we operate in – with Walkative! guides you will also visit other European capitals such as Bucharest, Budapest, Sarajevo, Zagreb or Vienna.

We had just one day in Wroclaw and a decision to join Walkative tours was the right one! These guys are amazing! Their stories are very informative, full of history, legends, funny jokes! They took us to all astonishing places of Wroclaw. Perfect for a day trip to this lovely city! Thank you, Lukasz and Matt for the brilliant tours!

Dawie’s tour was the best theatre in Paris as well as informative!!!! He is great – even in the rain. Do it.

My group really enjoyed the amount of history explained in the tour, it was a nice way to get a lot of information on several of the key sites in the center of Paris in a compact amount of time. Excellent for orientation and background. I would certainly do other tours in the future.

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Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun @ 10:00 and 14:00 Free Bratislava City & Castle Tour in English

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 Explore the historic Bratislava streets with the help of an experienced tour guide .

This tip-based 2.5-hour free walking tour of Bratislava's city center will show you many top attractions. I will take you to must-see spots such as Bratislava Castle, St. Martin's Cathedral, Main Square, St. Michael’s Gate, and many more . 

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Bratislava Free Walking Tour meets next to the Hotel PARK INN on Rybne Square 1. (Next to the plague column and Vespa Coffee Shop)  

  The official end of the tour is at Bratislava Castle , but you can join me, and we will return together to the Old Town. The very end of the tour is in front of St. Martin Cathedral on Rudnay Square.  

Join me on this introduction to Bratislava, a great way to orientate yourself in the city and at a price to suit everybody's budget .

The only capital in the world bordering two countries

Strolling through the streets of Bratislava shows you that this is undoubtedly an extraordinary city in Europe. As your expert local guide, I will take you to see top Bratislava landmarks like Bratislava Castle, the Cathedral, the Old Town Hall, and St. Michael’s Gate. You and your camera will fall in love with Bratislava.

A rich and fascinating political history

Bratislava is not just beautiful, though - it's fascinating. As this walking tour takes you past must-see Bratislava sites, I will take you through Bratislava's fascinating multicultural history before giving you a more modern overview of the dark days of the Slovak fascist state, including the Slovak National Uprising. You'll also hear about the more recent history of life behind the Iron Curtain in the Cold War era and the fall of the communist state with the 1989 Velvet Revolution.

The tips-based model of the Free Tour allows guests to support and reward only the highest-quality tours and ensure that the tour fits their expectations and budget.  The tip to the guide is up to you, but it's common to tip anywhere from   €10-€30 per person . You can pay in cash or by card.  I accept any European currencies or US dollars.

The Bratislava Free Tour starts at Rybne Square next to the plague column.

• See the Bridge of the Slovak National Uprising, also known as the UFO Bridge .
• Learn about the Slovak fascist state and anti-fascist Slovak National Uprising .
• Snap a picture of St. Martin's Cathedral  
• Marvel at the Old Town Hall that stands on the Main Square .
• Spot the Watcher (Čumil) , the most photographed statue in the city.
• See the neoclassical Primate's Palace .
• Explore the city walls with its only standing gate, Michael's gate .
• Enjoy the views from Bratislava Castle  
• And many more ...
• The informative but not boring essential tour
• Tour is suitable for first-timers in Bratislava
• One of the best ways how you can start your stay in Bratislava
• Groups of up to 15-20 people.  
• Focused on historical, political, and cultural context
• You know your guide in advance . (My name is Sebastian.  😉 )
• I’m a native Slovak living in Bratislava for 17 years
• Smiling, licensed , local, and independent guide
• Planty of tips and recommendations for your stay.
• I’m happy to answer questions
• You can join only the first part of the tour. The tour has two parts: Bratislava Old Town (01:45), and the way to Bratislava Castle and the Castle (00:45)
• If you want to tip the guide, you can pay cash or by card .
• accessible meeting point - bus platform for buses from Vienna (Most SNP) and Twin City Liner passenger port are just a few dozen meters from the meeting point. Self-service luggage storage is in this area, too:   LUGGAGE LOCKERS BRATISLAVA – First Automated Luggage Storage In The Heart Of Bratislava  

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 The best way to make a reservation for my city tour is through this site . If you order the city tour through other websites, I have to pay considerable fees to the companies (I pay GuruWalk 2 EUR/person, FreeTour.com 2 EUR/person, Viator, and Tripadvisor 50% of the paid amount)  

Due to the higher interest in my city tours, I can take walk-ins only if there is a free place in the group.

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Immerse yourself in the history of the Slovak capital on this free tour of Bratislava. Monuments, churches, squares & the Danube River await!

At the indicated time, we'll meet at Ganymede's Fountain . There, we'll start a  free tour of Bratislava and explore the most important sights of the Slovak capital.

The guide will tell us the history of the city while we admire the Slovak National Theatre , the American Embassy , the Carlton Hotel and the old Fishermen's Gate . We'll walk until we reach Čumil , the popular statue of a sewer worker resting at the top of a manhole. What's the significance of this iconic landmark? You'll learn all about it during the tour!

We'll continue our walk until we come across Schöner Náci , the emblematic statue of Ignac Lamar , a Bratislava icon. The next stop on the tour will be Hlavné námestie , the main square of Old Pressburg . We'll also see the Old Town Hall and Napoleon's cannonball , a replica of the cannonball used by the French army during the capture of the city.

Next, we discover other Bratislava treasures, such as St. Martin's Cathedral , St. Michael's Gate , the Slovak National Uprising Square   and Šafárik Square , a popular location for students carrying out protests.

Finally, after 2 hours of sightseeing, we'll conclude the free tour of Bratislava in front of the emblematic Blue Church – the perfect ending to this guided tour!

This free tour doesn't admit groups of more than 6 people, even if they book the activity separately. If you're a larger group, we recommend booking a  private tour of Bratislava .

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BRATISLAVA OLD TOWN WALKING TOUR

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This 2-hour walking tour with a local guide covers the main Old Town highlights such as Michael’s Gate , the Main Square & the Old Town Hall, St. Martin’s Cathedral and the most photographed statue in the city ( Cumil ). Every corner, every street, every house, every monument has a story behind. You’ll be amazed!

Bratislava’s greatest advantage is its accessibility . The vast majority of key attractions in its compact centre are within walking distance of each other so taking a walk through the medieval quarter is the best way to know the ancient Bratislava.

Let us show you the beauty of Bratislava and to share fun facts and tales about Bratislava’s rich history, its culture, people and much more. We promise, you will fall in love with this charming city!

What you can expect

• Start your tour with a hotel pick up or meet us in front of Radisson Blu Carlton Hotel and let your friendly local guide take you on a walking tour around Bratislava Old Town highlights .
• Admire and find out more about St Michael’s Gate – the only preserved gate of the city’s fortification system, the Neo – Renaissance-style Old Opera House , St. Martin’s Cathedral (a Gothic cathedral from the 15th Century and former coronation place), the Classical Primate’s Palace , the Main Square & The Old Town Hall and the most photographed statue in the city ( Cumil ).
• The old town walking tour can be extended (optional) for the Bratislava Castle Tour, the St. Martins Cathedral Tour or the Primate’s Palace Tour.

Upon request

Optional extensions.

1. Bratislava Castle Exterior Tour (1-hour)

Costs €100/group + no entrance fee

2. Bratislava Castle Interior Tour (1-hour)

Costs €100/group + entrance fee €12/person

3. St. Martin’s Cathedral Interior Tour (30 min.)

Costs €50/group + entrance fee €4.2/person

4. Primate’s Palace Tour (30 min.)

Costs €50/group + entrance fee €3/person

How much does it cost

Price list price varies by group size.

€120/group (1 to 6 participants on tour)

€150/group (7 to 19 participants on tour)

€200/group (20 to 40 participants on tour)

What you will get

Price includes.

• Bratislava Old Town highlights
• Personalized service on a 2 – hour private walking tour
• Professional Local Guide
• Local hints & tips on what to see & do in Bratislava after your tour

What our clients say about us

Delightful Bratislava city history tour with Daniela

We booked a private Bratislava City Walk tour. It was a very interesting tour about the history of Bratislava / Slovakia and our tour guide Daniela showed us the sights within the old town center. Getting to know more about the coronation era was a highlight for me. Afterwards she gave us advice what else we could do in Bratislava. With our lovely and knowledgeable guide Daniela the two hours were flying by. Thank you.

Claudia, Germany, September 2020

Beautiful city walking tour of Bratislava

Daniela is a tremendous tour guide. We had a wonderful walking tour of the city. She is extremely knowledgeable, pleasant, inquisitive, and fun. Highly, highly recommended.

David, North Carolina, USA, Oct 2019

Fun, easy, informative tour

Eva was our tour guide and did an amazing job. One of our group has some knee issues but we found the length of the walk and the pace to be very easy. Eva’s stories were told in a relevant sequence with good anecdotes. She also engaged our 3 year old son throughout the tour. Provided comprehensive answers to all sorts of questions from historical happenings to restaurant recommendations.

Amanda, Wisconsin, USA, June 2019

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Experience Bratislava in Slovakia in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Sight 1: Museum of Jewish Culture in Slovakia

The Museum of Jewish Culture is a museum in Bratislava, Slovakia, which focuses on the history of the Jews in Slovakia. Opened in 1993, it is a component of the Slovak National Museum, and its director is Pavol Mešťan.

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Sight 2: St. Nicholas church

St. Nicholas Church in Bratislava is an Orthodox church situated on the castle hill next to the Bratislava Castle in Podhradie the historical part of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. The church was built in 1661 by Paul Pálffy's (1589–1655) widow Countess Frances, née Khuen. It is an early baroque building built on the place of original Gothic church below the Bratislava Castle. The church is consecrated to St. Nicholas, the patron of sailors. His statue is situated in the stone niche above the main entrance to the church. The church is a protected cultural monument.

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Sight 3: House at the Good Shepherd

The House of the Good Shepherd is a narrow, Rococo-style building in Bratislava, Slovakia, located in the Old Town below Bratislava Castle. It was built in 1760–1765 by notable Bratislava master-mason Matej (Matthäus) Hollrigl. The townhouse was constructed for a local merchant and the lower part of the building was used for commercial purposes, the upper part for living. It is one of the few buildings in the area below Bratislava Castle to retain their original state, mostly due to the demolition of much of the Jewish quarter in the 20th century.

Wikipedia: House of the Good Shepherd (EN)

Sight 4: Museum of Clocks

Bratislava Clock Museum – a museum documenting the history of clocks, watches and watchmaking in Bratislava from the late 17th century to the 19th century.

Wikipedia: Muzeum Zegarów w Bratysławie (PL) , Website

Sight 5: Bratislavské kultúrne a informačné stredisko

The Bratislava Cultural and Information Centre (BKIS) is a contributory organization of the Capital City of the Slovak Republic Bratislava, which is located at Židovská Street No. 1. It was created by merging three municipal contributory organizations: the Municipal Cultural Centre, the Bratislava Information Service and the Park of Culture and Leisure.

Wikipedia: Bratislavské kultúrne a informačné stredisko (SK) , Website

Sight 6: Maldeghemov palác

Maldeghem's Palace is a palace in Bratislava's Old Town at 12 Hviezdoslavovo Square, next to the Nester Palace.

Wikipedia: Maldeghemov palác (SK)

Sight 7: Keglevičov palác

Keglevich Palace is a Baroque mansion on Panska Street 27 in Bratislava, Slovakia. It is included among the National Monuments Reservation of the city and is also listed as a Cultural Real-estate Monument. The last reconstruction was in 1998, involving the roof and facade rendering. Following the reconstruction a new street was named Strakova Street. It is between Venturian Street and Hviezdoslavovo námestie (Bratislava).

Wikipedia: Keglevich Palace (EN)

Sight 8: Balašov palác

Balaš Palace is a palace in Bratislava at Panská No. 15.

Wikipedia: Balašov palác (SK)

Sight 9: Kaplnka Kristovho tela

The Chapel of Corpus Christi is a small Baroque sacral building located on Panská Street No. 11 in the historical center of Bratislava in the district of Bratislava I.

Wikipedia: Kaplnka Kristovho Tela (Bratislava) (SK)

Sight 10: Jesenákov palác

The Jesenák Palace is a three-winged Baroque palace in Bratislava, built for Baron Ján Jesenák on the foundations of an older medieval house. On the corner there is a stone cartouche with the coat of arms of the original owner. The house had supporting pillars facing the square, which were removed at the end of the 19th century. In the pillars, they found secondarily used Romanesque capitals.

Wikipedia: Jesenákov palác (Hlavné námestie) (SK)

Sight 11: Apponyiho palác

Apponyi Palace is a prominent monument in Bratislava, Slovakia, adjacent to the Old Town Hall. Its address is Radničná 577/1.

Wikipedia: Apponyi Palace (EN) , Website

Sight 12: Bratislava City Museum

The Bratislava City Museum is a museum in Bratislava, Slovakia, established in 1868. Its headquarters are located in the Old Town, near the Main Square at the Old Town Hall. The museum is owned by one of the 11 allowance organizations of the City of Bratislava.

Wikipedia: Bratislava City Museum (EN)

Sight 13: Kostol Najsvätejšieho Spasiteľa

The Holy Saviour Church also called the Jesuit Church, is an originally protestant church from the 17th century on the Franciscan Square in the Old Town of Bratislava, Slovakia. Today, the church belongs to the Society of Jesus, known as the Jesuit Order.

Wikipedia: Jesuit Church, Bratislava (EN)

Sight 14: Lisztova záhrada

Liszt's Garden is a garden in the Old Town of Bratislava behind the houses on Kapitulská, Ventúrská, Prepoštská and Farská streets near the University Library.

Wikipedia: Lisztova záhrada (SK)

Sight 15: Kaplnka sv. Kataríny

The Chapel of St. Catherine from 1311, is located in the city district of Bratislava-Old Town, on Michalská Street. It is situated in the development of other houses. The Chapel of St. Catherine is the oldest Gothic chapel in Bratislava. Its construction began in 1311 by the Cistercian monk Francis of Columba. It was completed in 1325, when it was consecrated by Andrew, bishop of the Capital Belgrade.

Wikipedia: Kaplnka svätej Kataríny (Bratislava) (SK) , Url

Sight 16: Divadlo LA KOMIKA

The La Komika Theatre was established in 2015 as an independent theatre scene. It is based in Bratislava's Old Town on Michalská Street and as such is dedicated exclusively to the original creation of productions by its founder Karol Vosátek. Its auditorium has a capacity of almost 100 seats. The original plans counted on 15 to 22 performances per month and the expansion of the comedy genre to include cabaret. [citation needed]

Wikipedia: La Komika (SK)

Sight 17: Divadlo Arteatro

Arteatro was a theater, based in the historic center of Bratislava in the premises of the Čierny Havran Club near Franciscan Square. The theater was founded by director Tomáš Roháč and dramaturgist Saša Sarvašová in 2008. After the departure of Sarvašová for the post of dramaturgist theater Arena in 2015 led the theater director Roháč with actor Emil Leeger, until the theater in 2020 as a result of the Pandemia Covid-9.

Wikipedia: Divadlo Arteatro (SK)

Sight 18: GUnaGU

GUnaGU is an alternative authorial theatre in Bratislava, founded in 1985.

Wikipedia: GUnaGU (SK) , Website

Sight 19: City Gallery of Bratislava

The Bratislava City Gallery is a gallery located in Bratislava, Slovakia, in the Old Town. It is the second largest Slovak gallery of its kind. The gallery is housed at the Mirbach Palace and Pálffy Palace.

Wikipedia: Bratislava City Gallery (EN) , Website

Sight 20: Kostol Zvestovania Pána

The Franciscan Church is the oldest existing religious (sacral) building in the Old Town of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. The church was consecrated in the year 1297 in the presence of King Andrew III of Hungary. In the past, the church building served for larger gatherings of townspeople or Hungarian nobles. In 1526 Ferdinand I, Holy Roman Emperor was elected here to become the King of Hungary. During coronations, kings used to knight nobles as Knights of the Order of the Golden Spur in this church.

Wikipedia: Franciscan Church, Bratislava (EN)

Sight 21: Františkánska záhrada

The Franciscan Garden is a rectangular-shaped garden that is part of the Franciscan Church and Monastery in the Old Town of Bratislava.

Wikipedia: Františkánska záhrada (Bratislava) (SK)

Sight 22: Galéria Nedbalka

Nedbalka Gallery is a non-profit organization founded in 2012. The gallery is located in a reconstructed historical building on Nedbalova Street in Bratislava. In accordance with the subtitle of the gallery – Slovak Modern Art, its representatives have set themselves the goal of gradually collecting, systematically processing and presenting works of art of the 20th century with an overlap to the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 21st century, which were created in Slovakia. The focus of the collection lies in painting, but sculpture and graphics are also represented in it.

Wikipedia: Galéria Nedbalka (SK) , Website

Sight 23: Laurinská brána

Laurinc Gate was a medieval town gate in the historical Old Town of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. It was built in the 14th century and demolished by the order of Empress Maria Theresa of Austria in the 18th century together with most of the city walls, because the inner walls were limiting the town's growth. It was named after Saint Lawrence.

Wikipedia: Laurinc Gate (EN)

Sight 24: Divadlo P. O. Hviezdoslava

The Pavol Országh Hviezdoslav Theatre (DPOH) is an independent non-profit organization in Bratislava. While it was one of the three headquarters of the Drama Department of the Slovak National Theatre until March 2007, from 17 October 2009 to June 2022 it was the artistic stage of BKIS, then known as the Pavol Országh Hviezdoslav City Theatre (MDPOH). After its restructuring, it has been operating independently since June 2022 and under its historical abbreviation.

Wikipedia: Divadlo Pavla Országha Hviezdoslava (SK) , Website

Sight 25: Ganymedova fontána

The Ganymede Fountain is a neo-baroque fountain located on Hviezdoslav Square in Bratislava.

Wikipedia: Ganymedova fontána (SK)

Sight 26: Kostol Nanebovzatia Panny Márie

The Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, also called the Church of the Canonists of Notre Dame in Bratislava, is part of the complex of the Notre Dame Canonry School in Bratislava in the Old Town district, near the historic building of the Slovak National Theater.

Wikipedia: Kostol Nanebovzatia Panny Márie (Notre Dame) (SK)

Sight 27: Kačacia fontána

The Duck Fountain is a national cultural monument located on Šafárik Square in Bratislava. The fountain, together with its individual parts, is registered in the Central List of Monuments. The buildings were declared a national cultural monument on October 23, 1963. According to some sources, it is the most popular fountain in Bratislava.

Wikipedia: Kačacia fontána (SK)

Sight 28: Church of St. Elisabeth

The Church of St. Elizabeth, commonly known as Blue Church, is a Hungarian-Secessionist Catholic church located in the eastern part of the Old Town in Bratislava, present-day Slovakia. It is consecrated to Elisabeth of Hungary, daughter of Andrew II, who grew up in the Pressburg Castle (Pozsonyi vár). It is referred to as "The Little Blue Church" because of the colour of its façade, mosaics, majolicas and blue-glazed roof. It was initially part of the neighboring gymnázium and served as the school chapel.

Wikipedia: Blue Church (EN) , Website

Sight 29: Chrám Povýšenia vznešeného a životodarného Kríža

The Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross is a cathedral in Bratislava, Slovakia. It was built in the year 1860 at the edge of St. Andrew's cemetery. Since 1972, the church belongs to Slovak Greek Catholic Church. It is the cathedral church of the Eparchy of Bratislava since 2008.

Wikipedia: Cathedral of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Bratislava (EN)

Sight 30: Pradiareň 1900

Cvernovka is the popular name of a factory for thread and thread products in the Bratislava district of Ružinov. The official names of the factory were: Bratislava Cvern Factory, International Women's Day Plant, SOE, BCT – Bratislava Cvern Factory, Joint Stock Company.

Wikipedia: Cvernovka (Bratislava) (SK)

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