Bratislava

Bratislava: Explore the Unique Culture

Modern day Slovakia is a haven of beauty and rustic antiquity. The capitol city is home to lots of culturally rich hot spots. The city is an exciting metropolis in a vastly underrated tourist city.

Devin Castle has picturesque walking tours and rich history. The main tours run all day, so you can explore the stunning landscape whenever is convenient for you. Walking the vast historical site, you can see ruins from the Romans, hear the history of the USSR, and picnic in the courtyard.

Bratislava offers both day and night walking tours. The night tours are stunning with lighting that dazzles the senses. The day tours are gorgeous and create the perfect tourist climate. The landscape is not huge so it’s manageable in a day!

For the symphony fan, the Slovak Philharmonic can play music into your soul. All manor of shows bring the culture and fun into this gorgeous hall. The acoustics are incredible and the story of this building is fascinating. A must see! If you’re looking for more culture after, you can visit the Danubiana Meulensteen Art Museum. Home to modern art with a unique perspective on the world, this museum will give you a whole new outlook on the modern-day artist. If you’re into art, you can also walk the winding landscape of the Nedbalka Gallery. Reminiscent of the Guggenheim in New York City, this beautiful display of artistic finery will open your eyes to a whole new world of light and color.

What trip would be complete without shopping? The Eurovia Galleria is the visually pleasing and budget blasting (in a good way!) destination for anyone who loves souvenirs. Armed with enough shops to tire out a marathon runner and enough gorgeous art and sculptures to outfit the Met, this is the ultimate shopping destination.

Food, a necessity, yet a thrilling adventure in Bratislava. Start your day at the Literature Tearoom and Café. A vast assortment of tea creates the perfect morning. For lunch, head to Koliba Kamzik; exquisite Slovakian fare with a chic yet quaint atmosphere. Wine Not! or the Fou Zoo Pan Asian restaurant are perfect for a fine dining dinner experience.

In Bratislava, the ambience is beautiful, the history is splendid, and the food is exciting. This destination is perfect for someone who wants something unique and rich in culture. The avid tourist is sure to be pleased and the infrequent traveler will find a new zest in exploring the world.