20th Century Tour World War 2 and Communism

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 5 minutes

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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.

Additional Info

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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Official Guide

What To Expect

SNP Square (Namestie SNP)

We will discuss the creation of the 1st Republic and see statues of the heroes of the Uprising.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

At the last synagogue in Bratislava, we discuss the 2nd World War and holocaust in Slovakia.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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20th Century Tour World War 2 and Communism

Reviews

5.00

27 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Perfectly Pitched Walking Tour
Diana1896,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow, what a brilliant walking tour. Jakub was a fantastic tour guide. Very knowledgeable about all the phases of Slovakian history and geography. He told us of the awful phases of history the people had to live through during the 20th century and also interjected it with humour too. Thoroughly thought provoking, informative and enjoable.
I learnt so much
chrislF6860PV,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Maris was such a knowledgeable guide. Such an interesting tour, with no punches pulled about the difficult times in Slovakia’s 20th Century history. Takes nearly 3 hours but very worthwhile.
An unforgettable experience
claudiadN8614VA,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jakub was a absolutely amazing tour guide, funny and knowledgable about the country and the city, he connected with all of us and taught us a lot about everything in Bratislava.
Bratislava surprised me
Y8486QTangelical,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I loved being guided by Michal. He has a lot of knowledge about history and that made the experience special. I recommend
Great walking tour.
Andrew H,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Matej was a great guide! Very knowledgeable and cares so much about the subject. We were almost overwhelmed with information. Highly recommend if you love history.
Walking tour
Helen S,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a really interesting tour on the history of Bratislava and Slovakia over the last 120 years. Our guide was really knowledgeable and friendly.
Historical sites in Bratislava of the 20th century Century
Escape09714310723,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Highly interesting and well-researched guided tour of Maros about the historical development of Slovakia in the last century. Walking tour to historical sites in Bratislava.
Good value and informative
Adsdmnel,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A well experienced guide Jakub. Showing clear sites and remnants of the War and Soviet era communism. Informative and really succinct. Good value for money. Remember to tip it is his livelihood. Cost of ticket is quite minimal so 2hiyrs worth of work needs to be supported with fair value.
Outstanding - really informative, interesting and entertaining
OnAir634221,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour - a fascinating morning. A really well informed guide - the morning flew past. I cannot recommend this highly enough.
Unmissable Tour
usa30,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very high level of insight and experience. You will feel after this tour that you have learned an enormous amount and at the same time it is always interesting and personal. Very highly recommended.