Bratislava and surroundings, tourist attractions

About the region The Small Carpathian wine route leads through the former royal towns - Bratislava, Svätý Jur, Pezinok, Modra, Trnava and the neighbouring Carpathian villages of regions of Bratislava, Pezinok and Trnava. The tradition of viticulture and wine production, past history that is richly represented by ancient memories, the preserved folklore and boldness of viticulture houses, cooking specialties, interesting flora and fauna, connected with the possibility of relax, are attractive articles for wide variety of people as well as attractive way of making fun and learning. The surroundings...

Michael's Gate is the only preserved gate of the original four in the Bratislava city fortification, today a monument in the Old Town. The tower was built at the end of the 14th century. It was named after the Church of Sts. Michael and according to him named suburbs, from which the Michael Gate entered the city. The towers have been built several times throughout history. The upper octagonal part of the tower was built in 1511-1517. It got its present Baroque appearance during the reconstruction in 1753-1758 together with the statue of St. Michael. The Bratislava City Museum set up an exhibition...

The National Wine Salon of the Slovak Republic – an exceptional concept in the world. The wines are selected in the highest competition – the National Wine Salon of the Slovak Republic in two rounds. The entire collection changes in October. The National Wine Salon of the Slovak Republic is the most comprehensive collection of Slovak wines. The wines can be tasted in guided tastings with a sommelier or you can taste and discover 6 Slovak wine-growing regions in the program: 72 wines in 100 minutes, you choose and taste the wines yourself and pass through five rooms, it's about tasting...

In Slovakia, not far from the village of Kostolná pri Dunaji, there is the already nowadays protected and refuge place for the Usury tiger – Siberian that protects him from eradication. The foundation for these beautiful animals has created an exposition with a more human idea of the "heart of the nature". It means that they created for them an imitation of their natural environment along with plants, water, lying wooden trunks and elevated bryonies serving for the young but also for the adult tigers to their natural games. The instincts of these animals have to be considered and...

Beer festival Pezinok Pije Pivo will take place on Radničné námestie in the city centre of Pezinok on June 23 - June 24, 2023. Come and taste 50 various types of beer and beer specials from Slovak and foreign breweries. Sip on your favorite ones and explore new beers while enjoying great food and invited music guests. During the festival, the band Another Band, Čaro Moro, DJ VIx and DJ Woodee will play for us. An accompanying program is prepared for children. Admission to the entire event is free. WHEN ? Friday, June 23, 2023 from 3p.m. – 12 a.m. Saturday, June 24, 2023 from 12 p.m....

Pezinok Castle is a Renaissance castle on the outskirts of the city in the park, originally a medieval residence with fortifications using water sources - a water castle. It is located at the southeastern foot of the Little Carpathians, in the town of Pezinok. Already before 1271, they built a castle in Pezinok, which, like the other castles in the area, was attacked by the troops of Přemysl Otakar II. It was surrounded by two ditches filled with water from the Cajlan brook. There were two drawbridges above them. In the 17th century, the castle was abandoned and repaired in 1718 Ján Pálffy....

The Primate's Palace (Slovak: Primaciálny palác) is a neo-Classical palace in Bratislava's Old Town. It was built from 1778 to 1781 for Archbishop József Batthyány, who was a Hungarian after the design of architect Melchior Hefele. The palace and its most famous chamber, the Hall of Mirrors, have played host to many significant events. Perhaps the most famous of them is the signing of the fourth Peace of Pressburg by Johann I Josef, Prince of Liechtenstein, Ignácz Gyulay and Charles Maurice de Talleyrand in 1805 after the Battle of Austerlitz, which effectively ended the War of the Third Coalition....

Horseback riding can be enjoyed at Butterfly Ranch, located in Bratislava's Čunovo district. Everyone can choose from horseback riding courses. During the course, you are assigned one instructor to monitor your progress and riding style, so he can alert you to repeated mistakes. Regular and systematic work with the instructor will make progress that will please you. You will increase your fitness and confidence. Courses are tailored individually. Ranch has prepared for you various packages with riding lessons for adults and children. For horse owners, Butterfly Ranch also offers the...

Sad Janka Kráľa (Janko Kráľ Orchard/Garden)is a park in Bratislava's Petržalka borough. It is located in the northern part of Petržalka, bordered by the Danube in the north, the Old Bridge access road in the east, a main road in the south and the Nový Most access road in the west. The park is one of the oldest municipal parks in Europe.[2] The statue of Janko Kráľ is situated in the park. The park was established in 1774-76 with the intention of creating a park for the public.

Slavín in Bratislava is a memorial monument and cemetery for Soviet Army soldiers who fell during World War II while liberating the city of Bratislava in April 1945 from Nazi German troops. It is situated on a hill surrounding with rich garden suburbs and embassy residencies close to the center of Bratislava.

The Slovak National Theatre, one of the country’s most important cultural institutions, was established in 1920. Today it comprises drama, opera and ballet sections, each with its permanent professional company, with a central scene shop providing sets for all productions. The new building of the Slovak National Theatre has seven floors, over 2000 rooms and three main auditoriums (Opera and Ballet Hall, Drama Hall, Studio). In addition it has a restaurant that seats 120, a club, a café, a reading café and a kitchen. Several artworks are located in the interior and exterior spaces of the...

Sport Park is located in the area of a beautiful green forest park in the city Stupava, in the midst of a beautiful natural environment and is part of the Park Hotel. Besides the modern wellness center, visitors can enjoy indoor and outdoor tennis and badminton courts, beach volleyball on sand, and a pétangue course. For those interested in company sports events we have a large grass area available which is suitable for team-building company activities. In cold weather the property features an indoor sports facility available for use for tennis , handball, futbal, badminton and other sports activities. Our...

An exciting and mysterious adventure in 'The Room' escape room The Room is a unique game that is based on logical thinking, improvisation skills and appropriate stress management. Players find themselves in a locked room, which can only be released once they have found all the keys. Caution! You only have 70 minutes to get to your destination. The way to find the way out is through various tasks, through code numbers and locks. Traces can be hidden wherever they are, but if you want to get rid of them, it's a good idea to rely on their intelligence and teamwork. Try it with your...

Take a trip to the world of optical illusions in Bratislava. The Tripland Gallery presents a fascinating world, full of eye-catching paintings and optical illusions created by sprays. Beautiful works of art will take you to new worlds and draw you into stories. In the gallery you can take pictures of yourself, children, friends and enjoy a lot of fun. Experience a trip to the Jungle, Antarctica or Australia. Take pictures with aliens, with a stylish pigeon, with a monkey, a tiger or on a surfboard with a shark. You may not even believe what wonderful paintings and optical illusions can be created...