"Bratislava... Slovak Republic" Bratislava by RandomDreamer
Bratislava Travel Guide: 1,958 reviews and 4,347 photos
What can not be said about Bratislava... the city that has it all. It's not suprising that the majority of travellers I met here feel they could live in this fine place. I can't think of anyone I've met who's been here and not liked it. However, Bratislava is hardly the most visited place on earth and dispite it's prominent geographical position, it remains figuratively hidden.
Twice now I've been here and had to tear myself away. Starkly contrasting in just about everything. You come across the most ramshackle shopping area by the famous SNP square and the intriguing housing nightmare that is the Petrzalka district lies just by Austria across the Danube. In your face communist architecture stands out at every turn and reminds you that this is no ordinary place, as do the intelligently placed and interesting modern statues dotted around town.
Don't write off Bratislava. Unless you don't want to meet the friendliest people, see the most interesting architecture and drink the best beer in Europe!
- Pros:Gritty atmosphere and amazing architecture
- Cons:Paradoxally, the gritty atmosphere can leave you slightly on edge...
- In a nutshell:You don't know what you're missing
Reviews (13)
Petrzalka
Off The Beaten Path
(1)
South of the Danube lies Petrzalka... the massive and sprawling Petrzalka district. Built by the communist government to... more travel advice
Seeking out the Statues
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(3)
I cannot tell you how or why but I can tell you that there are a collection of curious statues dotted around... more travel advice
Bratislava Castle
Things to Do
(3)
I always go to the castle in a city. To be honest, I don't go in (well... only in Krakow but didn't have much fun). I... more travel advice
SNP Bridge (Novy Most - New Bridge)
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One of my favourite things about Bratislava is the architecture. So sureal and nothing like the kind I get in the... more travel advice
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Comments (3)
More tips please, RD, I am an architecture glutton too :-))
Excellent start about this lovely city. I really loved Bratislava as well. Keep up the good work ... :o)
I wish I'd had your directions for Downtown Backpackers before I left Australia on 3 Dec. I stayed there and thought it was a great location but......spent more than one hour finding it.