Date with the city

The Bratislava Cultural Centre has prepared a series of interesting events for you. Guided walks around Bratislava. Experience at least one real date with the city and you will never look at Bratislava with the same eyes again – you will like it better!

In a year-long cycle of thematic walks you will get to know many interesting stories and unknown corners of Bratislava, important personalities and monuments, as well as events that shaped Bratislava.

Programme:

You can discover the capital city from new perspectives in the company of guides and tour guides.

A Stroll Through Ružinov – Trávniky and Pošeň

The Ružinov housing estate is one of Bratislava’s most distinctive postwar housing estates. During a walk through its Trávniky and Pošeň neighborhoods, we’ll explore the most architecturally striking buildings, which are often complemented by interesting works of art. We won’t miss the popular Rohlík Lake, the well-known local park with fountains, or the infamous ruin nicknamed “Hiroshima.”

Guide: Monika Štefunková
Location: Ružinov Hospital (MDH stop, buses #50 and #75—by the parking lot in front of the hospital), Ružinovská Street, Bratislava
Date: September 19, 2026
Start time: 2:00 p.m.
The number of participants is limited. Tickets can be purchased via the tootoot.fm platform while supplies last.

For Kids – Following the Traces of the City Fortifications in Pressburg

The history of Bratislava can be fun not only for kids but also for adults. While adults admire the new medieval model of 15th-century Bratislava and listen to stories about the most important events that shaped the city’s defensive character, their children can build a 3D model of St. Michael’s Tower, as well as a model of the adjacent townhouses, along with the barbican and the city moat.

Together, we’ll follow in the footsteps of the former city fortifications in Pressburg—from the moat to the city walls, bastions, gates, and the outer wall in the historic city center. We’ll discover the origins of the names of the Pressburg bastions (Pekárska, Obuvnícka, Vtáčia, and Baxova) and who once walked along the outer wall. For a moment, we’ll travel back in time to when Bratislava defended itself against enemies, which will help you discover the origins of the names of today’s streets, such as Palisády and Baštová.

Location: Old Town, Bratislava
Date: September 20, 2026
Start: 10:00 a.m.
Free admission. TOUR CAPACITY IS LIMITED.
Register for the tour using the online form; you’ll receive an email with more information about the meeting place.

Noble Palaces and Their Transformations

As times changed, so did the status of the nobility in our history. Along with this, the fate of many palaces in Pressburg also changed dramatically; after the collapse of Austria-Hungary and following World War II, they took on entirely new—and often surprising—uses. On our walk, we’ll explore the history and secrets of several palaces that once belonged to families such as the Pálfys, the Esterházys, the Keglevichs, and the Kutscherfelds. The fates of some of these buildings and their owners remain controversial to this day and are deeply intertwined with major events in world history. Come reminisce, discover the forgotten stories of Bratislava’s streets, and spend a pleasant morning in the company of your peers. The walk is at a leisurely pace and follows an easy route, fully adapted for seniors.

Location: Old Town, Bratislava
Date: September 23, 2026
Start: 10:00 a.m.
Free admission. TOUR CAPACITY IS LIMITED.
Register for the tour using the online form; you’ll receive an email with more information about the meeting place.

Secrets, Power, and Stories of Roman Gerulata

Discover the fascinating behind-the-scenes story of life on the perilous frontier of the Roman Empire in Gerulata, Rusovce. This tour will draw you into a world where obedience to the military oath was paramount, yet where vibrant trade, cultural exchange, and ingenuity also flourished. Discover how the Romans used propaganda to maintain order along the Danube and what real-life stories lie behind the archaeological finds.

Guided by: Lea Szaboóvá
Location: Ancient Gerulata, Gerulatská 7, Bratislava
Date: September 26, 2026
Start: 11:00 a.m.
Meeting place: at the gate in front of the entrance to the Antická Gerulata museum exhibition. Admission is free until the group reaches capacity. No reservation required.

The Emperor on the Edge of His Empire

Ancient Gerulata was one of the fortified outposts of the Limes Romanus—the northern border of the Roman Empire. It was here that a Roman cavalry garrison and a civilian settlement were stationed. Gerulata was part of the line affected by the Marcomannic Wars. Did you know that the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius wrote part of his most famous philosophical work during a military campaign not far from here? What was it like to live on the edge of the empire? Come walk in the footsteps of the legions and discover the story of a settlement that lived in the shadow of great history.

Guided by: Katarína Blšták Čatlošová
Location: Antická Gerulata, Gerulatská 7, Bratislava
Date: September 26, 2026
Start time: 3:30 p.m.
Meeting place: at the gate in front of the entrance to the Antická Gerulata museum exhibition. Admission is free until the group reaches capacity. No reservation is required.

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