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Legends of Bratislava

Legends of Bratislava

An evening walk through the Old Town with Knight Roland and the witch Aghata that ends on the UFO deck, with the city lit up below.

  • Up to 2 hours
  • On foot
  • Languages: ENGLISH · GERMAN · SLOVAK

What to expect

An evening walking tour with Bratislava Tours through the legends behind the Old Town’s medieval streets, gates and squares. Along the way you meet Knight Roland or the witch Aghata, and you might glimpse the shadow of Hans the executioner sharpening his axe.

It mixes history with a bit of theatre, which works well for couples and groups of friends. An earlier version is made for children.

Route & highlights

  • Michael’s Gate and Michael’s Tower
  • the Coronation Route, St. Martin’s Cathedral and Academia Istropolitana
  • SNP Square
  • the finish on the UFO observation deck above SNP Bridge, with a view over the city

Before you go

The tour meets on Hviezdoslav Square in front of the Opera House of the Slovak National Theatre. The evening tour starts at 20:00 and the children’s version at 16:00. The route follows cobbled streets, so wear comfortable shoes; discuss any specific access needs when booking.

Tourist Information Center

Get maps, travel tips and information about Bratislava and the surrounding region. The centre has a step-free entrance and offers a tactile city map, talking cubes with information about 12 landmarks in six languages, and magnifying glasses.

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