Bratislava: Soviet Era and Post-Communist Tour
ID: GYG103700-147923
Category:
Country: Slovakia
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Take a tour off the beaten track and see sites from Bratislava’s Communist past as well as the newer face of the city. Travel in a legendary 1970-1990s Škoda car or a modern minivan for groups of 4 or more participants.
This 2.5-hour tour brings to life the story of Bratislava in the 20th century. You’ll learn about the political changes, the development of society and Soviet-era architecture.
Traveling in a retro Škoda vehicle, you’ll visit the Slavín Soviet monument, abandoned factories, a 1930s bunker line, the former Iron Curtain border zone and see loads of Communist-era buildings.
Ride past the first apartment block in Czechoslovakia as well as the largest socialist housing project in Europe, abandoned industrial symbols of post-industrial transformation and new capitalist developments.
Learn about architectural styles known as Socialist Realism, Functionalism and Brutalism. See villas of former communist leaders. Ride under the controversial UFO-like SNP bridge.
Highlights
- Explore Bratislava on board a classic Communist-era Škoda vehicle
- Learn all about the history of the area in times of war and peace
- Discover the curiosities of Socialist Realist, Functionalist and Brutalist architectural styles
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that in some cases (winter weather conditions, car repair requirements) a retro car cannot always be guaranteed on the tour
In front of the Shopping Mall Dunaj at Namestie SNP 30
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
