Original Free Walking Tour
In Summer 2024 we are running a single combined general tour daily at 11am which includes the castle.
Running every day since 2010, our Original Bratislava Free Walking Tour is a 2.5hrs walking tour in English of the Old & New Town Highlights. Entertaining & informative Bratislava sightseeing tour with our energetic local guides who introduce Slovakia’s culture, traditions, current events, history & future in a modern-day context.
On this tour we explore the major sights of the as well as the its hidden gems such as the Blue Church & the scene of the 1968 Soviet Occupation. We’ll show you the highlights of the historic Old Town but with a contemporary focus. So we’ll be talking about traditions, language, food, people, politics, alternative city, development & local quirks of the city and a bit of history. We’ll also try to give you a sense of modern life in the city & the direction our country is going.
Sights we visit on the tour:
- Hviezdoslavovo Square
- Hotel Carlton
- Slovak National Theatre and Reduta
- Čumil (The Watcher)
- Schöne Náci Statue
- Main Square
- Old Town Hall
- St. Michael’s Gate & Little Bridge
- Trinitarian Church
- Burning witches plaque
- SNP Square
- Old Market Hall
- Blue Church
- Site of the 1968 Soviet Occupation
- Comenius University
General information
Our guides operate on a tips-only-basis ensuring that they are motivated to deliver entertaining & high quality tours. Therefore, you can choose the price based on your satisfaction and experience.
Smaller groups or solo travellers are welcome to show up on the day without reservation. In order to ensure a great experience for all, groups of over 8 are required to book a tour in advance. In case you are interested in booking a private tour, contact us on office@befreetours.com
Meeting Point
We meet on Hviezdoslavovo námestie by the Statue of Hviezdoslav. It is right next to the Carlton hotel and the U.S. Embassy. Look for our guides with a Green name-tag.