Explore Bratislava’s turbulent past with our immersive tour, uncovering World War II and communism’s impact on Slovakia’s identity.
Explore Bratislava’s turbulent past with our immersive tour, uncovering World War II and communism’s impact on Slovakia’s identity.
- SNP Square (Namestie SNP) - The discussion will cover the formation of the 1st Republic and feature statues of the Uprising heroes.
- Heydukova Street Synagogue - At Bratislava’s last synagogue, the focus will be on the 2nd World War and the Holocaust in Slovakia.
- Ministerstvo kultúry SR - Hurbanove kasárne - The conversation will address…
- SNP Square (Namestie SNP) - The discussion will cover the formation of the 1st Republic and feature statues of the Uprising heroes.
- Heydukova Street Synagogue - At Bratislava’s last synagogue, the focus will be on the 2nd World War and the Holocaust in Slovakia.
- Ministerstvo kultúry SR - Hurbanove kasárne - The conversation will address the conclusion of the 2nd World War and the transition into the communist era.
- Freedom Square - This square will be the setting for discussions on communist oppression and changes in urban planning within the “government district.”
- Slovak Radio - Known for being among the top 30 ugliest buildings globally, it represents communist architecture.
- Government Office of the Slovak Republic - This is the executive branch’s palace, housing government offices.
- The Grassalkovich Palace - Presidential Palace - Often referred to as Slovakia’s White House, discussions here will cover youth groups and life during the communist era.
- SNP Square (Namestie SNP) - The tour concludes here with a discussion on the end of the communist regime, the fall of the wall, and the 1990s when Czechoslovakia dissolved, making Bratislava the capital of the new state, Slovakia.
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- Official Guide
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Explore the intriguing and lesser-known side of Bratislava with this exceptional tour, offering a unique perspective on the history of Bratislava, Slovakia, and Czechoslovakia over the past century.
This tour is quite specialized. The 5 EUR fee serves as a reservation to secure your place on the tour, with the amount shared between Viator and the tour…
Explore the intriguing and lesser-known side of Bratislava with this exceptional tour, offering a unique perspective on the history of Bratislava, Slovakia, and Czechoslovakia over the past century.
This tour is quite specialized. The 5 EUR fee serves as a reservation to secure your place on the tour, with the amount shared between Viator and the tour management. The guides are compensated through contributions at the tour’s conclusion, based on your level of satisfaction.
Participants will be introduced to a dynamic and challenging era in the formation of our identity, visiting distinctive sites that highlight the highs and lows of the last hundred years.
The tour covers significant historical events, including the fall of the monarchy, the aftermath of World War I, the First Czechoslovak Republic, Fascist Slovakia, Communist Czechoslovakia, the Federation, and the modern Slovak Republic.
For an exceptional experience in our city, and if the guide meets or exceeds your expectations, a tip of 10-20 EUR per person is recommended.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
