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Bratislava Christmas Market 🎄🥳

#christmastrip My visit to the Christmas Market in Bratislava was an absolute holiday delight! 🎄 Nestled in the heart of the Old Town, the market's location around the Main Square and Hviezdoslavovo Square felt like stepping into a festive fairy tale. The highlight was the charming stalls, each adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations. From handcrafted ornaments to traditional Slovak treats, the market offered a delightful array of gifts and goodies. Savoring lokše (potato pancakes) and sipping on mulled wine added a flavorful touch to the experience. The central Christmas tree, illuminated against the backdrop of the Old Town Hall, created a magical centerpiece. The daily performances by local choirs and musicians added to the joyful ambiance, filling the air with holiday cheer. Exploring nearby attractions, the iconic Bratislava Castle and the historic Michael's Gate allowed for a seamless blend of festive merriment and cultural exploration. The proximity to the Danube River provided a scenic backdrop to the entire experience. In essence, the Bratislava Christmas Market is a must-visit for those seeking a magical holiday experience. Its central location, festive delights, and cultural surroundings make it a heartwarming destination during the festive season. 🌟🎅🏰 #bratislava #slovakia #Santa #snow #Holiday

Bratislava Museum of Jewish Culture 🏢

#familytrip My recent visit to the Bratislava Museum of Jewish Culture left me deeply moved and enriched by the historical narrative it unfolds. Nestled in the heart of Bratislava's Old Town, this museum is housed within the neolog synagogue, a building with architectural and cultural significance. The museum's exhibits eloquently portray the rich tapestry of Jewish life in Slovakia, spanning centuries and encompassing art, literature, and religious artifacts. Particularly poignant were the sections dedicated to the Holocaust, providing a respectful and somber tribute to the lives affected during that dark period. The synagogue itself is a highlight, its architecture reflecting a blend of historical and religious influences. The interior features intricate ornamentation and poignant memorials, creating a contemplative atmosphere. The museum's central location allows for seamless exploration of Bratislava's Old Town, with its charming streets, historic buildings, and cozy cafes. Nearby attractions, such as the St. Martin's Cathedral and the Primate's Palace, contribute to the overall cultural richness of the area. In summary, the Bratislava Museum of Jewish Culture is a poignant testament to the resilience and contributions of the Jewish community in Slovakia. Its location, immersive exhibits, and connection to the city's historical core make it an essential stop for those seeking a profound understanding of Bratislava's cultural diversity. #slovakia #bratislava #museum

Bratislava Transport Museum 🚘🚃

#familytrip My recent visit to the Bratislava Transport Museum was a fascinating exploration into the evolution of transportation in Slovakia. Located near the Železná studnička forest park, this hidden gem provides a captivating journey through the country's automotive and aviation history. The museum's diverse collection includes vintage cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and aircraft, showcasing the technological progress of the 20th century. Walking among these well-preserved exhibits, I gained insights into Slovakia's innovation and engineering prowess. Highlights of the museum include the impressive display of classic cars, some of which once graced the streets of Bratislava, and the aviation section featuring historic aircraft with intriguing stories. The museum's commitment to preserving and presenting these artifacts in a visually engaging manner made the experience both educational and enjoyable. Adjacent to the museum, Železná studnička park offers a serene escape, with picturesque trails and greenery for a leisurely stroll. The proximity to Bratislava's city center makes it a convenient stop, and exploring the surrounding nature adds to the charm of the visit. In conclusion, the Bratislava Transport Museum is a must-visit for enthusiasts of transportation history. Its unique location, diverse exhibits, and connection to the outdoors make it a well-rounded experience, blending culture and nature seamlessly. #slovakia #bratislava #museum

🇸🇰 Historical entrance gate of Bratislava 🚪

Attraction: Michael's Gate Address: Michalská ulica 22 806/24, 811 03 Staré Mesto, Slovakia Direction: Few minutes walk from City center An icon of Bratislava, located right in the middle of city center, connection the path to the old town. Built about the year 1300, its present shape is the result of baroque reconstructions in 1758.Michael's gate is a place you can't miss, the beautiful blue colour will immediately catch your attention. The historic charm of this iconic landmark was captivating. #timetotravel #Slovakia #bratislava #history

🇸🇮 A Hostel Just like Home 🏨

Accommodation: Hostel Folks Address: Obchodná 507, 811 06 Bratislava, Slovakia Direction: Buses and trams from Train station Hostel folks is the best place you can stay in Bratislava. Everything is so perfect. From comfortable bed to spacious Common room. They do have kitchen as well as speedy WiFi. The staff as helpful and friendly, he gave us advice on where to visit. The hostel is nicely located near super market and many other attractions. This is a place where I would recommend staying. Rating (out of 5) Facilities. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rooms: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Common area ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #timetotravel #slovakia #Bratislava #hostel

🇸🇰 Best Viewpoint in Bratislava: The Castle Hill ⛰️

Castle hill is also where the Bratislava Castle is located. It is the main tourist attraction and the most significant symbol of Bratislava. From the courtyard, there is a view of Petržalka, which is the oldest of Slovakia’s housing estate neighbourhood. My experience here was amazing, I really enjoyed the place with the stunning view it offered. This is a lovely place for all ages, no matter you are teenagers or family with kids, this place is perfect for an evening walk and to enjoy the sunsets. #timetotravel #slovakia #bratislava #viewpoint #sunset

🇸🇰 Most Popular Mall in Bratislava : Eurovea 🛍️

Attraction: Eurovea Shopping Mall Address: Pribinova 8, 811 09 Bratislava, Slovakia Direction: 20 minutes walk from city centre Opening hours: 10am to 9pm Eurovea is one of the most visited shopping centers in Bratislava, full of lounge bars and restaurants with river views outside. Located by the river, people can walk along Danube river to reach the mall. This mall not only has shops but there are offices, residencies, leisure and relax components and a 5 star hotel as well. It is a huge mall and you can spend your time shopping here! 🛍️🛒 #timetotravel #Slovakia #bratislava #shoppingmall #mall

🇸🇰 The beautiful Blue Church ⛪️

Attraction: The Blue Church - Church of St. Elizabeth Address: Alžbety, Bezručova 2, Bratislava, Slovakia Direction: 10-15mins walk from City Center Opening Hours: 6:30-7:30am, 5-7pm The blue church is one of the most beautiful and unique church you will see. It is located in the eastern part of the Old Town on Bezručova Street. The church is a work of a Hungarian architect who designed it in the 20th century. The whole church is blue, not just the outside, but the interior as well! This is truly a spot for you to take photos. #timetotravel #slovakia #blatislava #church

the most stunning #castlehotel in #slovakia

I chanced upon this stunning restored castle in the sleepy countryside town of Halic Slovakia… The origin of the Halic Castle dates back to the 12th century, with its first recorded mention from 1386. Perched on a hill, nothing rivals its majestic presence accompanied with panoramic views. Enjoy the splendid gardens, the expansive grounds of the castle and dinner served in the main foyer while the summer sun lazily slips beyond the horizon. You will feel like royalty during your stay! 📍 Address - Castle Hotel Galicia Neuva Halic Ambiance/Facilities - 4 Star Hotel & amenities, complimentary breakfast ✨ Rating - 10/10, can’t wait to be back one day #centraleurope #slovakia #countryside #castle #hotel #medieval #freehotelstay #honeymoon #roadtrip

Underrated Central European Gem - Bratislava

Bratislava is such an underrated city! It is the capital of Slovakia and it has lots of great historical buildings and unique streets! Strolling through Old Town, there is the Gothic St. Martin's Cathedral, and the Bratislava Castle. The city is also known for its vibrant nightlife and delicious cuisine. Don't miss a visit to the Danube River. It runs through the city and offers scenic boat rides. The people in Bratislava are surprisingly nice. They have helped me when I was so lost in translation! Bratislava is a must-see destination in Central Europe. It is only an hour train ride from Vienna so it is definitely worth a day trip if you’re staying in Vienna! #slovakia

Esztergom summary, day trip from Budapest

Location - Esztergom, Hungary Getting There - Take the S72 train from Budapest-Nyugati which takes 1hr 5mins. 1,120 HUF or £2.58 each way for an Adult ticket which can be purchased at the station or online via jegy.mav.hu. Highlights - Eszergomi Bazilika is the main attraction. It has a large collection of artifacts in the treasury and there views of the Bazilika from all parts of town. Crossing the bridge to Slovakia provides the best views. The Basilica aso shares a location with a castle and St Istvan coronation statue. Beautiful views can be seen from the top of the hill. Recommended Duration of Stay - Day Trip Food & Restaurants - Café La Fontana has authentic desserts and nice coffee #hungary #basilica #religion #slovakia #daytrip #budapest

Blue Skies and a Blue Church in Slovakia

#tripblazers #urbanexplorer #slovakia The Blue Church, or The Church of St Elizabeth is about a 15 minute walk from the town centre and is a beautiful place to sit and think after a long day walking around the sights of Slovakia. Everything on this church is blue. My favourite part is the mosaic inlay on the facades. It’s not open all the time, so if you want to take a look inside you’ll have to time it right!

Slavín

#bucketlistreboot Slavín memorial monument - a place to visit. You can also enjoy nice views of Bratislava from Slavín – memorial monument and military cemetery. It is the burial ground of thousands of Soviet Army soldiers who fell during WWII. The monument is situated on a hill and offers some great views of Bratislava from above. Bratislava also hosts a few peculiar statues as you stroll through the streets. A favourite for most tourists. One of them is Čumil or also know as “Man at work“. An offbeat bronze statue of a sewer worker resting at the top of a manhole, “peeping” at passers-by. #slovakia #bratislava

Bratislava Castle

#bucketlistreboot Bratislava Castle Perhaps one of the better places you can even consider finishing your day would be the Bratislava Castle. The castle building includes four towers (one on each corner) and a courtyard with a 80 m (260 ft) deep water well. The castle’s site, like today’s city, has been inhabited for thousands of years, because it is strategically located in the center of Europe at a passage between the Carpathians and the Alps, at an important ford used to cross the Danube river, and at an important crossing of central European ancient (trade) routes running from the Balkans or the Adriatic Sea to the Rhine river or the Baltic Sea, the most important route being the Amber Route. #bratislava #slovakia

#bucketlistreboot The Blue Church - what an amazing church and so memorable 💙 Still in my mind! Another great church would be the Blue Church as it is nicknamed. A Hungarian church that features a façade which was painted with blue colour. A line of blue tiles and wave-strip encircles the church. Something for sure that will attract your attention, you can’t miss it! St. Martin’s Cathedral St. Martin’s Cathedral is another great example of architecture but also history. As we are reminded that 11 Hungarian kings and queens have started their monarchical journeys here. #bratislava #slovakia

Great value for money near the Old town

The ibis is a 5 min (albeit with stairs and cobblestone streets) walk away from Most SNP bus station and another 5 mins from the Old town. It's a great location to be near everything. It's a further 5 mins from the castle with a lovely view over the city. The hotel itself is a bit dated but everything worked fine and it was pretty clean. The staff were super welcoming, friendly and eager to help; that made all the difference. Ask for a room not facing the highway as they windows were a bit thin and you could hear the cars in the morning. Nonetheless a great stay and very good value for money. #hotel #explore #travel #slovakia #bratislava

Bratislava (capital of Slovakia)

Bratislava is the Capital of Slovakia . it is near the borderline . neighbour with Austria and Hungary . Bratislava is along the Danube river . you can ride a fast modern ship and go Vienna in 1 hour . it was in September 2012 when i visited the city for the first time . similar to middle and eastern European countries , Bratislava has old and modern parts . visit Bratislava castle on the hill , from there you can see old town part and Danube river . you can walk alongside the Danube river , there are many cafes and bars with a beautiful view to Danube. also visit Blue church . Eurovea shopping mall is modern mall near the Danube. ' Sad Janka Krala ' park is also nice place to visit. #bratislava #slovakia #trip #travel #staycation #touristattractions

Kosice ( eastern city of Slovakia )

Kosice , in Slovak language is written (Košice), read it Koshitce , is a beautiful eastern city of Slovakia . it seems small but it was one of Europe's capital's of culture. the city has local shops , culture and history . i visited there in summer and when i got there by train from Bratislava( capital of Slovakia) , i had good feeling . at first i enjoyed having a cold Slovak beer in a cool bar . the bar was in the main street (Hlavna). you can walk there enjoing watching historical buildings like Kosice theatre and opera house or st.Elisabeth's cathedral . when i visited the Opera house they were performing ' Madam Butterfly'. also remeber to visit Urbans tower. high Tatras , lake Ruzin are also nice places if you are interested in outdoor activities. #košice #kosice #slovakia #staycation #trip #staycation #travel

Surprisingly Charming Bratislava

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Christmas market in old town 🎄

The Christmas market started on November 22nd and brought the holiday atmosphere in the old town. After work and during weekends it’s nice to hit with a glass of warm wine and many Slovak specialists not only as drinks but also food and sweets. The most magical time of the year came within the snow. If you go around stop for a nice warm up drink and enjoy the atmosphere 😊#historicallandmarks #familytrip #local #slovakia #christmas

Railway Museum Bratislava 🚂

#familytrip My recent visit to the Railway Museum in Bratislava was a delightful journey into the history of locomotion. Situated near the city center, this charming museum immerses visitors in the evolution of railways in Slovakia. The museum's collection spans vintage locomotives, carriages, and railway artifacts, beautifully displayed in an expansive outdoor area. Highlights include meticulously restored steam engines and iconic rolling stock, each narrating a unique chapter in Slovakia's rail history. The interactive exhibits allowed me to experience the inner workings of some of these historical marvels. The centerpiece was the nostalgic ride on a vintage train, evoking a sense of bygone eras as it chugged through picturesque landscapes. The knowledgeable staff added a personal touch, sharing anecdotes about the significance of each exhibit. Adjacent to the museum is the historical Železná studnička station, offering a quaint setting for further exploration. The proximity to the city center made it a convenient and enriching stop during my Bratislava itinerary. In summary, the Railway Museum in Bratislava is a hidden gem for both railway enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. Its location, diverse exhibits, and the opportunity to ride on vintage trains make it a memorable and educational experience for anyone intrigued by the magic of locomotion. #bratislava #slovakia #museum

...reaching the summit

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#bucketlistreboot Presidential Palace Another great place to visit for some photos would be the Presidential Palace. The Grassalkovich Palace is the residence of the president of Slovakia. The building is a Rococo-late Baroque summer palace with a French garden. Primatial Palace Whilst in the Old Town, you can see the Primatial Palace – a neoclassical palace which was built from 1778 to 1781The Slovak National Theatre building and square are another delight. Over there you can see kids running and racing each other with their parent ever so gently reminding them not to trip over and get hurt. #bratislava #slovakia

UFO Bridge

#bucketlistreboot UFO Bridge From the castle’s hill you can also see the borders with Hungary and Austria which does make for an experience in itself. Not far, you will also be able to see the UFO Bridge or the Bridge of the Slovak National Uprising as it’s also known. It features an UFO like shape on top of the cables. The UFO bit is actually an observation deck and restaurant serving traditional food. We didn’t go there but we’d for sure want to next time. Bratislava is an amazing capital that showcases beautiful and picturesque squares combined with narrow and cobbled streets filled with shops and cafes. It’s a traveller’s delight and a photographer’s dream. #bratislava #slovakia

Bratislava main square

#bucketlistreboot Hlavné námestie (Main Square) in Bratislava is a must visit during your stay. Beautiful Square and great vibes. Hlavné námestie (Main Square) is one of the most well known squares in Bratislava. It is located in the Old Town and it is often considered to be the centre of the city. There you can see the Jesuit Church, the Miestodržiteľský palác an important political building throughout the ages and Maximilian’s fountain. This well-known, 16th-century fountain features a statue of Maximilian II as a knight in armour. Bratislava City Museum is another place to visit whilst there. #slovakia #slovakia

Michael's Gate

#bucketlistreboot Bratislava is believed to have been on the Roman limes line, the Empire’s northern border to the Germanic realm. After the Slavic tribes arrived the area grew in number of inhabitants. Old Town Hall First, we’d suggest you start your journey in the central square of the Old Town. The Old Town Hall is a must see – it is the oldest city hall in the country and it is one of the oldest stone buildings still standing in Bratislava. Michael’s Gate As you make your way down the cobbled streets, stop by the clock tower at the Michael’s Gate. It is the only city gate that has been preserved of the medieval fortifications and ranks among the oldest town buildings having been built in the 14th century. #bratislava #slovakia