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Bratislava

Bratislava Region, Slovakia · Europe

About Bratislava

Bratislava is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Karlova Ves, 10km from Devín Castle.

Bratislava is a city located in Bratislava Region, Slovakia. With a population of 423,737, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Bratislava sits in Slovakia, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Bratislava time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Bratislava to your route.

About Bratislava

Hodžovo námestie (English: Hodžovo Square, locally referred to as Hodžko or Mierko) is a major square in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. The square is located at the edge of Old Town, in front of the Slovak Presidential Palace, some 5 minutes walking distance from the historical city center. It is considered to

Read more be the center of Bratislava (although Main Square is also considered to be the center) and it is the place of almost all of the foreign states visits. A fountain called Earth — planet of peace is the centerpiece of the square, serving as one of the most common meeting points in the city. There is a vehicle underpass under this square as well as an underpass for pedestrians with shops and fast-food built in the 1970s (renovated sometime in the 21st century). Landmarks on this square include the Rococo/late Baroque Grassalkovich Palace from the 18th century and former Hotel Forum, an example of post-modern architecture in Bratislava. Hodžovo Square serves as an important public transport hub in the city. At the beginning of the 21st century new construction dramatically changed the look of this historical square.

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Where is Bratislava located?

Bratislava is located in Bratislava Region, Slovakia, Europe. The coordinates are 48.1482 latitude, 17.1067 longitude.

What is the population of Bratislava?

Bratislava has a population of approximately 423,737 people, making it a city in Slovakia.

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Quick Information

Population
423,737
Continent
Europe
Country
Slovakia
Region
Bratislava Region
Timezone
Europe/Bratislava
Coordinates
48.1482, 17.1067

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Slovakia

Police
158
Ambulance
155
Fire
150
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Motorway vignette required. Zero alcohol limit for drivers.

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Worth the detour from Bratislava

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

bridge

Most SNP (UFO Bridge)

Bratislava's asymmetrical cable-stayed bridge over the Danube, crowned by a flying-saucer observation deck and restaurant 85 m above the river with views across the Old Town to Austria.

1 km · about 5 min drive

castle

Devín Castle

A dramatic castle ruin at the confluence of the Danube and Morava rivers, a powerful symbol of Slovak national identity on the Austrian border.

10 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Wiener Prater

Vienna's beloved public amusement park anchored by the iconic Giant Ferris Wheel built in 1897.

53 km · about 60 min drive

castle

Belvedere Palace

A Baroque palace complex in Vienna built for Prince Eugene of Savoy, housing one of Austria's most important art collections.

54 km · about 60 min drive

cathedral

St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom)

Vienna's magnificent Gothic cathedral with its distinctive multi-coloured tile roof and 136-metre south tower dominating the city skyline.

55 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

Hofburg Palace

Vast imperial palace complex in Vienna that served as the Habsburg dynasty's seat of power for over 600 years.

55 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

Vienna State Opera

World-renowned opera house on the Ringstrasse, one of the most important venues for opera and ballet since 1869.

55 km · about 65 min drive

cafe

Café Central

Opened in 1876 under the vaulted arches of Palais Ferstel, this was the coffeehouse of Trotsky, Freud and Vienna's literary circle; the Apfelstrudel and the house pianist remain.

55 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Bratislava

  • Right hereMost SNP (UFO Bridge)Bratislava's asymmetrical cable-stayed bridge over the Danube, crowned by a flying-saucer observation deck and restaurant 85 m above the river with views across the Old Town to Austria.

Driving in Slovakia

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
None
Vignette
Required, around €12 for a short-stay sticker

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Bratislava.

Staré Mesto

🇸🇰 Slovakia

1 km awayPop. 46,080

Petržalka

🇸🇰 Slovakia

3 km awayPop. 112,380

Karlova Ves

🇸🇰 Slovakia

4 km awayPop. 35,644

Dlhé diely

🇸🇰 Slovakia

5 km awayPop. 30,000

Lamač

🇸🇰 Slovakia

6 km awayPop. 7,878

Kittsee

🇦🇹 Austria

7 km awayPop. 3,162

Dúbravka

🇸🇰 Slovakia

7 km awayPop. 35,518

Berg

🇦🇹 Austria

7 km awayPop. 861

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