Evening Dawn Over Bratislava Castle And Old Town District, Slovakia

Slovakia tours & holidays

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As the world leader in travel experiences since 1947, we connect you to the real Slovakia in a way like no other. With the astonishing Tatra Mountains in the north and the dreamy Danube River in the south, it’s easy to get lost in Slovakia’s unspoiled countryside. A land of mountains and medieval castles, Slovakia effortlessly swings between wondrous nature and resplendent architecture. The thriving capital of Bratislava delivers a tapestry of history, with a Gothic Old Town, Renaissance castles, ornate Baroque palaces and steely Soviet architecture.The country is surrounded by six other countries in Eastern Europe, and it’s been just over a quarter-century since the ‘Velvet Divorce’ of Czechoslovakia, yet Slovakia remains steeped in folk traditions. Their proudly preserved crafts are reflected in the country’s wooden churches and brightly painted houses, and you can tour museums filled with traditional art, literature and music. When you visit Slovakia with Trafalgar, we’ll take you cruising along the dreamy Danube, past the pastel-coloured 18th century buildings of the Old Town, to savouring local delicacies in the Old Market Hall of Bratislava. Travel with us and unlock the infinite possibilities thanks to our exclusive Trafalgar Highlights.

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Aerial view of Bratislava Old Town with river and bridge in Slovakia

Slovakia at a glance

A land of mountains and medieval castles, Slovakia effortlessly swings between wondrous nature and resplendent architecture. Join your expert Trafalgar Travel Director for a soul-stirring journey from the majestic Tatra Mountains in the north to the dreamy Danube River in the south.

Currency

Euro

Capital City

Bratislava

Winter avg

2°C

Language

Slovak

Summer avg

26°C

Good morning

Dobré ráno

Time Zone

GMT+2

Good evening

Dobrý večer

"Slovakia is such an underrated European gem - from its castles, to the wine, and abundance of statues each with its own story - it’s always a pleasant surprise for our guests"

Sarah, Travel Director

Our top 5 things to do in Slovakia

From Bratislava’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, to a cruise on the famous Danube, our Slovakia tours are filled with beauty and history.

Best museums in Slovakia

Our Bratislava tours will reveal the top museums in Slovakia, from the world’s second largest gallery of Slovak art, to the Museum of History set in Bratislava Castle.

Best food in Slovakia

Traditional Slovakian food is a blend of influences from around Central Europe. We’ll show you the best places to enjoy their rich meats, unique cheeses, tangy sauerkraut and plenty of dumplings.

What to pack for Slovakia

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Waterproof jacket

Slovakia is a rainy country, with showers known to strike at any time of the year. Come prepared with a raincoat or small umbrella.

Headphones

While there’s plenty of visual entertainment as we travel through Slovakia’s gorgeous landscapes, a pair of headphones can be used on long journeys to listen to music, podcasts or audiobooks.

Camera

From the fairytale turrets of Bratislava Castle to the medieval streets of Bratislava’s historic Old Town, Slovakia will keep your camera clicking away.

Comfortable shoes

From roaming the medieval streets of Bratislava’s Old Town, to wandering through the city’s museums and galleries, your feet will thank you for a comfortable pair of shoes.

An adaptor plug

Voltage in Slovakia is 230V and the sockets are of Type E, with standard European 2-pin plugs.

Pack for sustainable travel

Consider your environmental impact when you next take a trip and go single-use-plastic-free by packing a reusable water bottle, a steel straw, your own shopping bags and reusable toiletry bottles.

Other things to know before you go

Depending on your nationality, you'll need a valid passport and may also need visas to enter. Please check this on our Frequently Asked Questions page, well in advance of your trip departure date. Some countries also require passports to have 3-6 months left on them before the given expiry date, so be sure to double check this before booking your travels.

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