Freedom Square
A green square in the Old Town around Družba, Slovakia’s largest fountain, where you can wade into the water on hot days or lie on the lawn.
Why visit
Freedom Square is a wide, green square just north of the Old Town, built around the Družba fountain, the largest in Slovakia. After a long restoration water returned to the fountain, and its low basins are now open for people to step in.
On summer afternoons families, students and office workers gather here to cool off, sit on the grass and watch the water.
What to see
- Družba fountain: a large fountain shaped like a linden flower, with shallow basins you can walk into.
- Lawns: open grass around the fountain for a break in the shade or sun.
- Surroundings: the Grassalkovich Palace and its garden are a five-minute walk away.
Plan your visit
The square is a free public space. The fountain runs in the warmer months, and bathing and wading are at your own risk.
Bring a towel and something to sit on if you plan to cool off. Allow half an hour or more.
Address
811 06 Bratislava, Bratislavský kraj Slovensko
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