Bratislava, Slovakia — Activities
Bratislava Culture
Mozart, Liszt, Beethoven and Rubinstein all had links to Bratislava so it is no surprise that classical music, opera, and ballet abound here, and at prices which are very attractive to visitors. Indeed it is claimed that the quality is as good as in nearby Vienna but at a fraction of Viennese prices. For listings on all events, visit www.whatsonslovakia.com.
Music, Theater and Dance
Reduta
The Reduta was built in the 1910s in eclectic style on the former site of a baroque granary. The concert hall is the seat of the internationally acclaimed Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra and serves as the venue for the annual Bratislava Music Festival. However, the hall is currently undergoing extensive renovation which is due to last until 2011. In the meantime, the Slovak Philharmonic is performing at the nearby Slovak National Theater.
Medená 3
Tel: (02) 5443 5242.
Website: www.reduta.sk
Slovak National Theater
The Slovak National Theater, the splendid 19th-century building (historická budova - historic building) on Hviezdoslavovo námestie promenade, features the highest quality opera, ballet and drama.
Pribinova 17
Tel: (02) 2047 2111.
Website: www.snd.sk
Bratislava Tours
Walking tours
Many private travel agencies organize walking tours with English-speaking guides, as well as excursions out of town. Half- and full-day walking tours meet at the Radisson SAS Carlton Hotel (www.bratislava.info/guide/bratislava-city-tour) and cover the main sights such as Bratislava Castle, Devin Castle, the Town Hall and St Martin's Cathedral. Walking city tours of the Old Town are also available from the Bratislava Tourist Office.
Bratislava Tourist Information Office
Tel: (02) 5443 3715.
Website: http://visit.bratislava.sk
Bus tours
Bus tours of the area take in such highlights as Devin Castle and the Carpathian wine region, and more unusually a tour of 'Communist Bratislava'. There are several operators, including Bratislava Sightseeing. Slovakia Green Tours organizes ecotourism, birdwatching, spa, medieval architecture and winter sports tours to the High Tatras.
Bratislava Sightseeing
Tel: 907 683 112.
Website: www.bratislavasightseeing.com
Slovakia Green Tours
Tel: (02) 2075 1441.
Website: www.slovakiagreentours.com
Boat tours
Lod operate tours along the Danube, including Vienna (1 hour 15 minutes), Budapest (4 hour 30 minutes) and nearby Devin Castle.
Tel: (02) 5293 2226.
Website: www.lod.sk
Other tours
‘Prešporáčik' is a 'mini train' providing city sightseeing tours through the pedestrianized, historic streets of the Old Town. Some tours also include the castle. The service runs daily, usually from 0930 to 1700, according to demand.
Tel: 903 302 817.
Website: www.tour4u.sk/sk
