Danubiana: Bratislava’s extraordinary art museum on the Danube
It looks like something I’d find in New York, Vancouver or perhaps somewhere in the Netherlands. Not on the outskirts of Bratislava.
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Is Visiting the UFO Bratislava’s Coolest Experience?
Here, 95 metres above the Danube, on top of the flying saucer, you really do get the best 360-degree views of Bratislava.
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I Used to Tell People to Skip Bratislava. I Was Wrong.
For a long time, Bratislava seemed destined to sit in the shadow of Vienna, Budapest and Prague. Not anymore.
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How to Get Around Slovakia by Train and Bus
Yes, a car gives you flexibility. But travelling by train and bus gives you the freedom to sit back and relax whilst watching mountains rise on the horizon, rivers wind through valleys, and forests stretch far beyond the edge of the window.
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Demänovská Cave of Liberty: What It’s Really Like
If you’re looking for the most impressive underground cave in Slovakia, Demänovská Cave of Liberty has a very strong claim to that title.
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Best Things to Do in Banská Štiavnica
Quiet during the off-season and busy, vibrant and full of life during the summer months, Banská Štiavnica makes a perfect weekend escape.
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Why Visit Kremnica: Mint, Mining & Medieval Beauty
Tucked away in the heart of central Slovakia, Kremnica is a small, quiet mountain town with a fascinating history of gold mining, coin minting, royal privilege, and centuries of prosperity. It’s a place where medieval streets, historic walls, hidden courtyards, and centuries-old buildings continue to tell the story of what was once one of Central…
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Things to Do in Košice with Kids: A Unique Train Adventure
Show me a child — or even an adult — who isn’t fascinated by trains. There’s something about the sound of a whistle, the slow movement as the train pulls away, and that quiet sense of anticipation — you know where you’re going, but not quite what you’ll discover along the way. That feeling of…
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Best Things to Do in Košice (Including Day Trips and Travel Tips)
It might not be the capital of Slovakia — but as the second largest and one of the oldest cities in the country, Košice deserves a place on any Slovakia itinerary. This small, historic city with a centre that’s easy to explore on foot has a more lively, slightly cosmopolitan feel — shaped by its…
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Best Things to Do in Bardejov: A Hidden Medieval Gem in Slovakia
Some places don’t need to shout to get your attention, and Bardejov is one of those places. Tucked away in the north-east of Slovakia, close to the Polish border, this UNESCO-listed town may be slightly off the main tourist route, yet it is home to one of the country’s most beautiful town squares. Within its…
