20th Century Free Tour - A Bratislava's Dark History

Duration: 2h and 15min
Languages: English
Quality Verified Registered on January 07, 2019

Hi everyone! Welcome to Bratislava and enjoy with our Discover Bratislava - Free walking tours. All of our guides are locals and licensed, who speak multiple languages. We are currently the best rated tour company in Bratislava and we offer 4 different tours.

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    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

On this tour you will explore the alternative, not so nice, history of Slovakia and Bratislava. During 50 years of the 20th century, we were a dictatorship. During the 2nd world war, the country of Slovakia was on the side of the axis, and after the war we became the eastern block, however both regimes hurt many people. We will visit the monuments, squares (Stalin Square, Gottwald Square), unique buildings (upside down pyramid), last standing synagogue and many more. (There is some reconstruction near the sites we visit, please keep this in mind)

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Františkánske námestie 7, 811 01 Brat...
    Františkánske námestie 7, 811 01 Bratislava-Staré Mesto, Slovakia
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    Between the large tree and the fountain of a lady with a jug. Next to Vintage Shop (Google maps)

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Slovak Radio Building
  • 2
    Outside visit
    SNP Square
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Námestie slobody
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Synagóga Bratislava
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Presidential Palace

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

178 ratings
4.8
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4.84
Fun
4.59
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4.78
Quality
4.8
Route
4.68
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HuaJian 19 Nov 2023
Belfast

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Travelled in couple - Nov 2023
Fantastic tour through Slovakia's 20th century history. Martina was very engaging and kept our interest despite the cold temperature. Would recommend to anyone visiting Bratislava.
Shingo 11 Nov 2023

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Travelled alone - Nov 2023
Very nice and lot of humour and intellect
Steve 06 Nov 2023
Swindon

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Travelled in couple - Nov 2023
A very interesting tour giving an insight into the most recent history of Slovakia.I would definitely recommend this tour.
Judy 04 Nov 2023
New York

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Travelled alone - Nov 2023
Lot's of great information. Very well thought out
Denny 02 Nov 2023
Carrù

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Travelled in couple - Oct 2023
Tour bellissimo e molto interessante che racconta la storia difficile di Bratislava nel 1900
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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