• Main Square - The tour begins with a warm welcome at the Main Square, where the guide will provide a brief introduction to the area’s history, highlighting the square and its notable features.
• Hviezdoslavovo námestie - Here, participants will admire the historic Slovak National Theatre building, Hotel Carlton, and the statue of a renowned poet.

The discussion will cover the former city fortifications, Slavic language groups, and delve into cinematography related to the square.

On the way to the square, the group will encounter two of the city’s most popular statues.

• St. Martin’s Cathedral (Dom svateho Martina) - A short visit to the Cathedral is planned, contingent on the absence of services or weddings. This site is significant as the coronation place of Hungarian monarchs, symbolized by the crown atop the tower instead of a cross.

Easter Monday traditions will be discussed near a weeping willow tree.

• Židovská - The tour will explore the former Jewish district, including the site of the Neolog synagogue (demolished in the 1960s), its historical and current appearance, the origins of Krav Maga, and other aspects of Jewish culture in Bratislava.
• Beblavého - Known locally as the Bermuda Triangle, this area is free of disappearing aircraft or ships. It features several pubs, and the guide may share past experiences from when drinks were cheaper during the Slovak crown era.
• Michalská brána - Traditional dishes will be discussed, and recommendations for lunch, dinner, wine, or evening drinks will be provided. The tour will pass through the last remaining city fortification gate, the narrowest building in Slovakia, and what is considered the narrowest street in Bratislava.
• Bratislava Castle - A brief refreshment break on the castle hill will include discussions on the Iron Curtain, interesting facts about Bratislava, and the castle itself, which hosted the Bush-Putin summit in 2005.

Across the river, participants can admire Petržalka, the largest residential district in Central Europe, built during the previous regime.

On the return to the city center, the tour will pass the National Council, discuss the political situation, and highlight a Second World War memorial, a must-visit site in Bratislava.

• Alcoholic beverages
• Local guide
• Custom map with local recommendations for dining, drinking, and entertainment

• Snacks

Explore all the highlights that Bratislava’s Old Town has to offer. Join this introductory tour to delve into the city’s history, cuisine, politics, traditions, and fascinating local stories. This tour is designed as a discovery journey through Bratislava and Slovakia, allowing for discussions on any city-related topic. Along the way, the guide will point out various restaurants, bars, and venues where you can enjoy your evenings during your stay.

If you’re interested in discovering where Nicole Kidman and George Clooney filmed their movie here, learning about the tradition behind Easter Monday, understanding why Slovakia is among the youngest countries in the world, or finding out why Bratislava became the capital and coronation city of the Kingdom of Hungary, then this tour is perfect for you.

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