Private Tour

Bratislava Post-Communism Tour

From EUR 96

4.97

717 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Insightful, off the beaten track journey in a legendary 1970-1990’s Czechoslovak Škoda car (or a modern van by 4+ guests) with our local guide to the most intriguing spots of the Cold War era Bratislava.

Explore a vast concrete housing estate, the Soviet monument Slavín, post-industrial developments, the Iron Curtain border zone and loads of communist-era architecture. The tour brings alive the fascinating story of Bratislava in the turbulent 20th century.

What can you expect? Cool drive and quirky stops to see and understand:

- the first prefabricated apartment block in Slovakia as well as the largest socialist housing project, Petržalka

- communist-era architecture (inverted pyramid of Slovak Radio, rocket-shape TV tower Kamzík, Freedom Square)

- political objects: Soviet memorial Slavín, diplomatic 1970’s hotel, 1980’s parliament, villas of former communist leaders

- controversial ufo-like SNP bridge, causing destruction of the Jewish district

former Iron Curtain area

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please note that in some cases (winter conditions, car repairs etc.) we can not guarantee the retro car, but go with our green 1992 VW Caravelle or other newer vehicle.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Local guide

Private tour

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Snacks

Driver/guide

Live commentary on board

Beverages

Transport by private vehicle

Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

No exclusions

Options

Afternoon tour

Tour (by car or van) through the off-the-beaten-track places of the communist past as well as recent transformations in Bratislava.

Morning tour

Tour (by car or van) through the off-the-beaten-track places of the communist past as well as recent transformations in Bratislava.

Reviews

4.97

717 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

697

Fully family
Amanda M,
Apr 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Petrwas an excellent t guide who was very knowledgeable on post communication ism in Slovakia. Hearing his personal stories was amazing.
The tour was fantastic!...
Matteo M,
Feb 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The tour was fantastic! We learned a lot of great history and saw great monuments. Brano was an excellent tour guide and shared many special treats with us.
Great!
Marcos P,
Jan 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Lukáš gave us a very detailed glance at the influence of the USSR on polítics, architecture and on the daily life of slovaks during the 40 years of communist regime. Highly recommended!
Post Communism Tour
Linda T,
Jan 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was one of the most informative and interesting tour that we have been on. To see how Bratislava has “risen from the ashes” to the bright and vibrant city it is today is truly inspiring. Our guide Brian was wonderful We can never forget!
Fascinating Tour of Bratislava
Spencer M,
Dec 10, 2024
- Viator
5.00
A truly fantastic tour! Learned a lot about contemporary Bratislava from our top-notch guide, Brano. He was candid and full of interesting information about the city and its modern history. Drove about the city in a vintage car, stopped at multiple sites, had coffee and learned more about Slovakia than I thought possible over the few hours we had together. One of the best tours I’ve ever taken — can’t rank it high enough!