Bratislava Post-Communism Tour

Bratislava’s modern history continues to fascinate many visitors, but matching landmarks to their historic context can be difficult. Discover the Soviet influence on the city with a tour of sights including the Slavín monument, Petržalka housing estate, and the SNP Bridge, and gain insight into post-communist life. Travel around town in a retro vehicle, benefiting from the small-group size with personalized attention from your guide.

2 hrs 30 min

Group size up to 7 persons

Mobile ticket

English

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

What is included in activity

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Beverages

Driver/guide

Live commentary on board

Local guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Private tour

Transport by private vehicle

Snacks

What is not included

No exclusions

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Details

Authentic Slovakia

Our guide meets you here and provides short introduction the tour.

SNP Square (Namestie SNP)

Our guide will meet you here and explains the history of this Square, connected to the 1989 Velvet Revolution.

Hodžovo námestie

Our guide explains the history and interesting facts about the Presidential Palace and socialist-era fountain here along the drive.

Kollárovo námestie

Our guide mentions interesting facts about a few objects here along the drive.

Kmeťovo námestie

Our guide explains the history and interesting facts of several objects here, as the first prefabricated housing block in Slovakia and Stein brewery.

Building of Slovak Radio

Our guide explains the history and interesting facts about this building along the drive.

Palisády

Our guide explains the history and mentions interesting facts about the area.

Slavin

Our guide explains the history and mentions interesting facts about this object. Also, he explains the history and geography of Bratislava City thanks to great views from this place.

Bratislava Castle

Our guide explains the history and mentions interesting facts about this object along the drive.

Most SNP

Our guide explains the history and mentions interesting facts about this object along the drive.

Important Info

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Please note that in some cases (winter conditions, car repairs etc.) we can not guarantee the retro car, but go with our green 1992 VW Caravelle or other newer vehicle.
• Near public transportation
• Most travelers can participate
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Online Booking

Price
Traveler (Age 15-99)	€179 per person

For any payment method you must book a ticket through the booking form below and receive confirmation by e-mail and (or) SMS.

Activity schedule

Everyday at 14:00

Places you will see

• Authentic Slovakia
• SNP Square (Namestie SNP)
• Hodžovo námestie
• Kollárovo námestie
• Kmeťovo námestie
• Building of Slovak Radio
• Freedom Square
• Palisády
• Slavin
• Bratislava Castle

Activity book period

You can book tour up to 3 hours in advance.

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