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Discover 64 local hidden gems in Bratislava

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Chutovka – Local restaurant in Ruzinov

"Chutovka" Bratislava is restaurant in Ruzinov that serves a wide range of foods - from traditional Slovak specialties to things like ribs, grilled pig...

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Restaurants

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Jana

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Blumental Church – A taste of hidden history

"Blumenthal Church" in Bratislava is a marvel to look at - but it's also surrounded by an array of my favourite places to hang out in the city...

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Art & culture

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Pavel

Šoral

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Čitáreň U červeného Raka – A reading venue

"Čitáreň U červeného Raka" is a garden dedicated to reading & the literary arts below Michael's Bridge, was once part of Bratislava's fortifications!

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Art & culture

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Pavel

Šoral

pavelsoral

Holy Trinity Church – A baroque splendor

"Holy Trinity Church" in Bratislava was built in the18th century. It has an atypical style & is kept in spotless condition, But wait till you go inside...

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Art & culture

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Pavel

Šoral

pavelsoral

Danubiana – The isle of art

"Danubiana" in Bratislava is an island on the Danube dedicated to all visual art. Best of all, it's surrounded by nature, making it even more special.

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Art & culture

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Pavel

Šoral

pavelsoral

Biela Street – Narrow street of white houses

"Biela Street" in Bratislava is a nice narrow street lined with white houses that connects two busy spots. However, most tourists completely miss it!

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Art & culture

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Pavel

Šoral

pavelsoral

Museum of Jewish Culture – Multiethnic past

The "Museum of Jewish Culture" in Bratislava offers a sneak peek into our city's multicultural past and once-strong Jewish community...

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Art & culture

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Pavel

Šoral

pavelsoral

Next Apache – Books, drinks and more books

Next Apache might easily be the place in Bratislava with the most books to have a beer in! Once you discover it, you'll wish you'd known it sooner...

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Bars

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Pavel

Šoral

pavelsoral

Park Svoradova – A peaceful haven in the city

"Park Svoradova" in Bratislava is pure serenity. Narrow trails, benches, greenery... but it also has an underground artistic side, as well!

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Relaxing

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Pavel

Šoral

pavelsoral

The Old Bridge – What an industrial construction

"The Old Bridge" in Bratislava (which isn't so old anymore, as it was renovated recently) is impressive & industrial looking... And it's now car-free!

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Art & culture

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Pavel

Šoral

pavelsoral

Franciscan Garden – Relaxed and beautiful

The "Franciscan Garden" in the shadow of the Franciscan church & monastery creates a complex of splendid architecture in Bratislava's Old Town...

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Relaxing

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Pavel

Šoral

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Cafe Eden – Your Sunday getaway

"Cafe Eden" in the centre of Devín, Bratislava, bears its name with pride. Walls covered in ivy, flowers in every corner, homemade ice cream & pints!

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Bars
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Coffee & tea
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Shopping
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Snacks

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Lenka

Encingerová

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