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20th Century Tour World War 2 and Communism

20th Century Tour World War 2 and Communism

4.9 (47) 🕑 2h 5m Free cancellation

Welcome to a darker side of Bratislava. This tour that you are currently reading about is a very unique and one of a kind perspective on Bratislava, Slovakia and Czechoslovakia in the last 100 years. This a very specific tour. Your 5eur price, is a reservation fee for having a spot on the tour. It is split between Viator and the management of the tours. The guides on these tours are paid by the contributions at the end of the tour, based on how you enjoyed it. We will introduce you to a very dynamic and difficult period in the creation of our identity and show you through very unique sites the ups and downs of the previous century. We will talk about the end of the monarchy, following the end 1st WW, the 1st CSR, Fascist Slovakia, Communist CSSR, The Federation and finally the modern Slovak Republic. If you will have an amazing experience in our city and your guide will at least meet your expectations, we suggest tipping 10-20 EUR per person.

Languages: English
📍Františkánske námestie 412/7, 811 01 Bratislava-Staré Mesto, Slovakia
🏢Operated by Big Bratislava Tours - City, Cultural and Food Tours

What you'll see & do

  • We will discuss the creation of the 1st Republic and see statues of the heroes of the Uprising.
  • At the last synagogue in Bratislava, we discuss the 2nd World War and holocaust in Slovakia.
  • We will discuss the end of the 2nd World War and the transition into our communist period.
  • At this square, we will go through the communist terror and the change in urban planning in the "government district"
  • The top 30 ugliest buildings in the world and communist architecture.
  • Palace of the executive branch of our state. Government palace and offices.
  • The White house of Slovakia. Here we will talk about the youth groups and general life during the communist parties period.
  • Here we finish and talk about the end of the communist parties regime and the fall of the wall. Mentioning the 90's when Czechoslovakia falls apart and Bratislava becomes the capital of the new state - Slovakia.

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Official Guide

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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