Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is situated just an hour away from Vienna, Austria! This makes it an ideal day trip when you pay a visit to Vienna!
TRANSPORTATION
Tickets can be bought at Wien Hauptbahnhof for the price of €18 round trip train. This is a great deal as it also includes a day pass for all public transportation in Bratislava. The train is available once an hour and the journey is only an hour to and fro. From Bratislava-Petržalka Station there are a few buses available to take you across the Danube River into the old town of Bratislava.
In Bratislava itself the city is well connected through the tram system and
buses. It’s easy to get a hang of and the trams are frequent.
FAQ
Bratislava is far northwest of Slovakia and it is the capital city. The main language is Slovak.
We arrived on a Monday and al shops were open by 11am. However, the citizens are not very friendly nor approachable in my own experience so be sure to have an itinerary planned out.
Food and drinks are affordable especially compared to Vienna.
Bratislava is also known for their Slovak wine which is smooth and goes down the throat easy.
WHERE TO EAT
I recommend 17’s bar as it was tourist friendly and service was great. It is affordable as well and portions are well-sized.
OLD TOWN
St Martin’s church was very pretty but nothing that stands out.
Michael’s gate was nice to see. I preferred walking in the streets along it.
The blue church is a definitely worth a visit. It has an almost comic-like look which will leave a lasting impression on you.
Cumil, the man at work is a quaint statue not to be missed.
Other than that you should explore the alleyways as well as small and vintage shops with plenty to see.
There’s also the Bratislava castle which we didn’t manage to visit. The castle itself has paid admission but the grounds are free to explore.
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