Bratislava Post-Communism Tour
Overview
Insightful, off the beaten track journey in a legendary 1970-1990’s Czechoslovak Škoda car (or a modern van by 4+ guests) with our local guide to the most intriguing spots of the Cold War era Bratislava.
Explore a vast concrete housing estate, the Soviet monument Slavín, post-industrial developments, the Iron Curtain border zone and loads of communist-era architecture. The tour brings alive the fascinating story of Bratislava in the turbulent 20th century.
What can you expect? Cool drive and quirky stops to see and understand:
- the first prefabricated apartment block in Slovakia as well as the largest socialist housing project, Petržalka
- communist-era architecture (inverted pyramid of Slovak Radio, rocket-shape TV tower Kamzík, Freedom Square)
- political objects: Soviet memorial Slavín, diplomatic 1970’s hotel, 1980’s parliament, villas of former communist leaders
- controversial ufo-like SNP bridge, causing destruction of the Jewish district
former Iron Curtain area
What's Included
- Snacks
- Private tour
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Live commentary on board
- Beverages
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Driver/guide
- Local guide
- No exclusions
Meeting and Pickup
In case you prefer a different meeting point than the regular one, please let us know as soon as possible and we will let you know wheter it is possible :) In case of hotel pick-up, please look for a vehicle in front of the hotel, thank you.
Námestie SNP
806 Bratislava, Slovakia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Authentic Slovakia
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
SNP Square (Namestie SNP)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hodžovo námestie (Pass By)
Kollárovo námestie (Pass By)
Kmeťovo námestie
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Building of Slovak Radio (Pass By)
Freedom Square
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Palisády (Pass By)
Slavin
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bratislava Castle (Pass By)
Most SNP (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that in some cases (winter conditions, car repairs etc.) we can not guarantee the retro car, but go with our green 1992 VW Caravelle or other newer vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Bratislava Post-Communism Tour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-58895P1
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