Bratislava Old Town & Danube Riverfront Walking Tour
Tour of Bratislava’s historical curiosities, covering the Old Town and the Danube riverfront: Old Town Hall, Primate’s Palace, St. George statue, the Blue Church, and the Old Bridge. We trace the city’s story from medieval streets to 20th-century milestones, including the Prague Spring of 1968 and the 1988 Candle Manifestation.
Basic Information
Total time
2h
Language
English (check the calendar for availability)
Price
Our “Pay What You Wish” tours don’t have a fixed price — you decide how much the experience was worth. At the end of the tour, please make a fair contribution that reflects your satisfaction and appreciation for your guide’s work. Most guests give between €10 and €50 per person.
Meeting point
Frantiskanske Namestie Square, between the fountain of a lady with a jug and the Vintage Shop Nearest public transport: Kapucínska tram stop; Poštová tram stop
Additional info
☂︎ This tour is organised by Discover Bratislava guides. Look for the guide with the large signs with FREE WALKING TOUR on it.
Booking rules
Booking is obligatory. Our “Pay What You Wish” tours are meant for individual travellers and small groups. Large groups (9 or more people) cannot join these tours, as they significantly affect the experience for others and the guide. For school trips, organised tours, or groups of friends, please arrange a Private Tour. For more information or to schedule a group visit, please contact us directly.
About the tour
Bratislava, a small yet dynamic European capital, hides many secrets and gems waiting to be discovered. Imagine walking with a local friend who shows you the coolest places and the nicest highlights of Bratislava. Well, this tour is just like that, join it if you wish to spend the best 2 hours of your stay here!
Explore with us unique and somewhat hidden courtyards, palaces, churches and statues of the historical Old-Town. During the tour we will visit the Primate’s Palace, where Napoleon was confirmed as the ruler of Europe, see the statue of St. George, one of the patrons of the city, and get to know his life story. From there on we will be moving towards the eastern gate of the city towards 19th and 20th century landmarks, such as the amazing secession style school and the breathtaking Blue Church where you will be able to peek in and enjoy the marvellous colours and decorations. If the weather permits, we have one of the best spots to enjoy the skyline of Bratislava from the Old-Bridge, a place where nations and rulers once clashed and where tanks first arrived in Bratislava during the Prague Spring in 1968. Before coming back to the Medieval city centre, we will visit the National Museum and National Gallery, walk the river promenade and get to the Philharmonic orchestra, the location of the first anti-communist protest in all of Czechoslovakia in 1988.
Join us on this walk to understanding the soul of Bratislava, a city that has stood at the crossroads of history and emerged vibrant and full of life. Discover with us the city’s hidden gems and while doing so get to know the city’s past as well as its present, and leave with memories that will beckon you back to this charming European capital!
Highlights
- 1
Primate's Palace
A stunning palace where a treaty confirming Napoleon as the ruler of Europe was signed.
- 2
The Blue Church
A breathtaking Art Nouveau church, famous for its unique blue colour inside and out.
- 3
The Old Bridge
A historic bridge offering skyline views and insight into the 1968 Prague Spring events.
- 4
Slovak Philharmonic
The site of the 1988 Candle Manifestation, the first major anti-communist protest in Czechoslovakia.
- 5
Old Town Hall
One of Bratislava's oldest stone buildings, forming the historic heart of the Old Town.
- 6
St. George Statue
A statue of one of the city’s patron saints, located in a charming hidden courtyard.
7River Promenade
A scenic walk along the Danube, passing the Slovak National Museum and National Gallery.
Map
Frantiskanske Namestie Square, between the fountain of a lady with a jug and the Vintage Shop Nearest public transport: Kapucínska tram stop; Poštová tram stop
Our customers said about us
Bratislava
5.0George
Amazing Tour Guide
A few weeks ago I went to Bratislava and joined this tour. The guide was amazing and he gave us very detailed guide on the hidden gems of the city. So many stuff that I wouldn’t be able to know if I travel without a guide. The guide Michal is very friendly, very knowledgeable! I enjoyed the places he brought me to, palaces, churches, gates, statues, fountains and so on! His guide made this trip to Slovakia very meaningful!
Bratislava
5.0Srinivas Varanasi
A knowledable yet concise history lesson
Bianca's energy is infectious. Her feelings for the Slovakian and European concept in general is catchy and convincing
