Moving to Bratislava – Old town
You just moved to Bratislava and you are wondering how you can spend your time. Or you just have friends and family coming over and you need to make a plan. There is a classic plan and that includes the “old town”.
Old town is not very big but you can take a stroll, eat an ice cream or sit at a terrace and admire the view. Of course you can enjoy a draft beer or a glass of wine . With a good fulfilling meal.
The beer is not as cheap as in Czech Republic but it isn’t as expensive as in Austria. In the old part of the city there are few restaurants, few churches and even the old opera house.
You can not miss Michalska brana (the old gate).
The old town is still very popular . Chances are that you will bump into some acquaintances while spending time there. And if you are taking somebody on a tour they can find a few interesting souvenir shops.
If you’ve just moved in the chances are that you will became very familiar with this part of the city. The access via public transport is very good. Walking is also possible even indicated. ? A lot of foreigners rent places close to city center.
Moving to Bratislava – The castle
Bratislava castle looks majestic on the hill. I think one of the best views of the castle is from the car. It is one of the first and the greatest views upon entering the city. The castle can be reached via public transport but if you are in the center then you can take a long walk as well. Many tourist agencies include the castle in their tours.
The castle was reconstructed recently. In fact some parts are still in reconstructions but the exterior is already completed. And in the interior you can choose to see the museum or some free temporary expositions. The main staircase is made of marble and is beautiful. If you want to admire the view from one of the towers then you can take the cute wooden staircase that starts from the 3rd floor.
Around the castle there is also a garden where you can take a short stroll. In the perimeter of the garden there is a restaurant with a tiny terrace.
The view from the castle’s garden is pretty nice too.
Moving to Bratislava- Danube River bank
Danube is passing through the town. And on both sides of the river you can find something to keep you busy. Close to downtown there is a shopping mall called Eurovea . Right there on the river bank. On the ground floor of the mall there is a few restaurants with a view towards the river.
The place is very popular among the locals because of the location, the view, the restaurants and the shopping center. Without mentioning that close by there is a new building housing opera and theater.
On the other side of the river there are other restaurants and even a beach.
Very close to Eurovea you can buy tickets for a boat trip to Devin castle or even to Vienna. If taking the boat to Vienna you can easily plan a full day trip. You can leave in the morning and return in the afternoon.
However you choose to spend the day, with the friends or family, you definitely can have some good times in Bratislava.
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