Top Bratislava Cultural Tours

The Slovakian capital is a small city set on the banks of the Danube River and is home to a quaint Old Town. With a private guide, explore the historic center and see the city’s top attractions including St. Martin’s Cathedral and Bratislava Castle. While you explore, your guide provides in-depth context on the history and culture of the city and Slovakia.

Board an open-sided vehicle for a tour of Bratislava that goes from the beautiful Blue Church to the Slavin Memorial and Bratislava Castle. It’s a great way to get your bearings in the winding streets of the Bratislava Old Town, with stops to explore the Slavin Memorial and Bratislava Castle on foot; an included audio guide gives you the background on the places you’ll pass along the way.

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.

Get easy transport to the Bratislava Castle in an old-fashioned Presporacik with a convertible top. Board the coach in Hviezdoslavovo Square, and drive through Old Town, passing by popular landmarks like the upside-down pyramid, Slovak National Theater, and more. At the Bratislava Castle, walk around the grounds, and enjoy its scenic views.

Discover the traditional food of Slovakia during this 4-hour small-group tasting tour. Stroll through the quaint streets of Bratislava in search of local dishes and drinks. Learn about the history of various dishes as well as Slovakian food traditions as you visit a minimum of five establishments over the course of the tour.

Conventional vehicles aren’t permitted in Bratislava’s Old Town, so exploring its lanes means going by foot. Save time and effort with a seat on the Presporacik Oldtimer vintage trolley, the only tour vehicle allowed in the center. Settle aboard and pass sights such as the Roland Fountain, with onboard commentary to bring them alive. A quick, easy way to explore old Bratislava for travelers with limited time or mobility.

Forget the hassle of following a tour group around Bratislava and opt for a private tour guide to show you the sights. This comprehensive city tour includes transport via an air-conditioned vehicle and hits all of the key landmarks including Old Town, Bratislava Castle, the Presidential Palace, and Slavin Monument. Listen to engaging commentary from your tour guide about the history and culture of the city while you explore.

Get to know Bratislava like a local on a walking and food tour of the historical city center with a guide. If you're visiting for the first time, it's difficult to know which restaurants are the most traditional, however on this tour, restaurants are chosen for their quality and authenticity. Plus, this walking tour provides an easy way for first-time visitors to orient themselves in the city.

Many of Bratislava’s historic and most important landmarks are located within walking distance in the Old Town. Embark on a walking tour of this district with a private tour guide and discover the history of Bratislava and Slovakia while exploring. Stop at key landmarks such as the Primatial Palace, St. Michael’s Gate, and St. Martin’s Cathedral and get insider tips from your guide on top spots in the city.

This is an excellent choice for first-time visitors to Bratislava. Get out in the fresh air and explore the city on foot. There’s no need to worry about getting lost as a guide takes care of navigating, and provides interesting commentary along the way. See St. Michael’s Gate, the Primate’s Palace, the Main Square, St. Martin’s Cathedral, the Old Opera House, and more. It’s also a superb way to pick up local tips for the rest of your trip.

The magnificent Bratislava Castle is a highlight of the city. Get the most out of your time in Bratislava by traveling in a unique way—aboard a city train from Hviezdoslav Square to the castle. The train will help you save time, and you’ll also see many city highlights en route, such as Slovak National Theatre, and Parliament. When you get to the castle, you won’t have to wait in long visitor lines as entrance tickets are provided.

Indulge in a relaxing day at Devin Castle, on the banks of a river. You’ll take an interesting tour of the castle, where you can learn all about the history of the region. Also get the chance to try red and blackcurrant wine, famous in the region. The experienced sommeliers will tell you all you need to know about the local specialty. This is an ideal tour for travelers who enjoy nature, culture, and the finer things in life.

Bratislava Identity Bike Tour is an insightful cycling journey with our local guide to understand the essentials of history and genius loci of the Slovak capital. Enjoy the ride around the main city landmarks of the Bratislava Old Town, communist-era housing estates, the largest city park, two unique bridges and modern riverside developments. Our bike tour takes you to the best cycling locations near the Bratislava city centre. After introduction in the Old Town, we cross the Danube river by iconic SNP bridge and enjoy splendid views to the main Bratislava city landmarks. We enjoy the chill of the oldest city park and head to the authentic communist-era housing estates of Petržalka. The last part of the route leads us to the post-industrial modern riverside projects and the picturesque Blue Church. This intense bike tour shows you a full picture of Bratislava with its contrasts between medieval Old Town, Cold War history and the most recent developments.

Wait ...What about the route? As proud Bratislavian born adventurers we created the route combining the most scenic views, must-visit spots, off the beaten path panoramas and frightening haunted places. This takes you not just to the city center, Castle hill, Slavin monument, but also to the other river bank, where you will find an external castle settlement, riverside, railway station, Presidential Palace, Prime Minister’s Palace, the famous Slovak radio pyramid turned upside down, Blue church, Horse Railway station and the new skyscraper downtown. Hearing the stories around the places you will go or stop by, together with the historical pictures and videos as well as visualisations of the parts being built, this is the most compact tour you will have ever been to. Guaranteed.

Hidden in a lush mountain area, Banska Stiavncia is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With this hassle-free private tour, learn about the rich mining history of the town as you walk through the old, narrow streets. Visit the old castle, the new castle, St. Catherine Church, the Holy Trinity Square, and more.

This Tour will present Bratislava as a whole, with its extensive historical core. The tour is combined and the first half of the sightseeing is on foot and the second is panorama city tour by car. This excursion will give you a complete picture of Bratislava and it will shows you also the Bratislava second castle Devin, located on the border of three countries and on the border of two rivers.

Visit the most-popular sites in historic Old Town Bratislava on this stress-free walking tour. Lead by a local guide, learn the history of the area and pick up some Slovak words as you wander through Old Town. Make stops at Old Town Hall, Primate's Palace, medieval fortifications, art galleries, and more. Choose from a convenient morning or afternoon departure.

This day tour is ideal for travelers who have a short time in Bratislava. It’s a leisurely tour that covers ‘nearly all’ of the city’s must-see and do attractions, so you can get to know the Slovak capital in just a short time. Your local guide will give you further tips on how to spend time in the city, if you happen to be staying longer.

Tour the beautiful Bojnice Castle in the Trencin region of Slovakia on this full-day excursion from Bratislava. Stroll around the banks of the peaceful lake, and explore the ornately decorated rooms of the castle. Then visit the museum to learn about old Slovak traditions and enjoy a glass of Bosacka slivovica (a distilled plum drink).

This tour is for those who would like to discover pottery heritage in the cosy ceramic and viticulture town in the Small Carpathians, only 30 minutes away from Bratislava. The Majolica from Modra is registered in the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Slovakia.This tour is a unique opportunity to explore the oldest craft in the world in the beautiful town of Modra with a funny and knowledgeable local guide.

With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Cruise the waters of the Danube River and visit Devin Castle for a local wine tasting with this convenient package. After meeting your guide at a central location, board the boat and enjoy a relaxing ride to the castle. Upon arrival, spend two hours exploring the grounds and partaking in a tasting of traditional currant wine (included).

Escape the city and venture into the mountains on this wine tasting excursion with round-trip transportation from your hotel. Head to Pezinok, a small town in the Carpathian Mountain Range, known for viniculture and ceramics. Stop at Slovak Folk Majolik to see the ceramics before going to Red Stone Castle for an included wine and cheese tasting in a traditional wine cellar.

Discover the major attractions of Bratislava on a walking tour with a guide that provides a great overview of the city for first-time visitors. See places such as Primates' Palace, Michael's Gate, the main square, St. Martin's Cathedral, and Bratislava Castle, which you can visit with entry at your own expense. Along the way, learn about the city's history and culture.