Walking Bratislava

I spent today diving deeper into Bratislava, kicking things off with a free walking tour that took me through some of its most iconic streets and landmarks. 🤩

After gathering at the Old Town Hall, one of the first stops was the quirky Man at Work statue. From there, we headed towards the National Theatre of Slovakia, where I learned something slightly odd - not a single statue on the building depicts a Slovak, because it was built during the days of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It’s funny how architecture quietly carries history in plain sight.

We then continued on to St. Martin’s Cathedral, which looked absolutely stunning in the morning sun. After crossing the road, we ascended the hill to Bratislava Castle. The walk up was surprisingly interesting, and the views from the top made the climb worthwhile. 😃

After the tour, I had a yarn with a bloke from Mexico, and then wandered back to the Old Town. A chilly breeze settled in during the early afternoon, so I ducked into a Starbucks to warm up before heading back to my hotel, passing the Grassalkovich Palace along the way.

A bit of a rest later, I returned to the Old Town for dinner and another nighttime walk. The lantern-lit streets and quiet charm were magical.

All in all, another great day on the road - and tomorrow promises to be an exciting one. Let’s just say it involves a train… and an Austrian flag. 🇦🇹Læs mere