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Where can vegetarians and gluten-free diners eat out in Bratislava?

In a local shipyard, tourists can also find an unusual seafood canteen.

Ten Ton Slug rock the stage at Bloodstock 2019 metal festival in the UK.
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Irish metal band to make long-awaited debut in Bratislava

Ten Ton Slug bring their heavy sound – and a homecoming for one member – to a cycle-path punk venue.

Bratislava’s first bus stop made using 3D concrete printing technology is located in the borough of Dúbravka.

Bratislava unveils its first 3D-printed bus stop

A minimalist bus stop on Harmincova Street shows how high-tech design can meet everyday needs.

Urban Market, Bratislava, May 2024.

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Celebrate Slovak music and designers — and join the festivities for Brittany Day.

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Architecture and design festival, ensemble concert or a hiking tip for the weekend.

One of the few so-called school streets in Bratislava is at the intersection of Mýtna and Vazovova streets.
Petržalka mayor Ján Hrčka

A mayor resigns over €2.7 million fraud scandal at town hall

A municipal employee diverted funds into over 150 personal accounts.

Devín Castle

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Enjoy music in all its variety, dance at a roller disco, and try to visit all of Bratislava’s museums in a single day.

City Walls Festival

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Visit museums, enjoy music or party in daylight.

A visualisation of a new project proposed at the Zlaté Piesky recreational area.
XXL limousine

Drown yourself in luxury with Slovak charm while visiting Bratislava

Tourists can relax in a torture chamber or take a private balloon ride.

Vampire Roxana lets down her fangs.

Underground vampires are taking over Slovakia one rave at a time

Forget the garlic — this blood-soaked party scene is fuelled by roleplay, passion and a very strict dress code.

Picnic with neighbours at the Good Market event

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Learn the art of ballet, explore the Good Market, experience the diversity of Slovak culture, or simply enjoy a run with friends.

The first rental flats have just been completed in the residential complex on Petržalka’s Muchovo Square.

Bratislava looks to rental plans amid affordable housing squeeze

Facing high demand and low supply, the capital is expanding its rental housing stock through reconstruction, new builds, and developer partnerships.

The Good Market.

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Shop local, enjoy live music and escape to the hills.

Harvest in Berg, Austria.

Escape from the Slovak depression: Is housing in Austria worthwhile?

After years of boom, Slovaks' interest in Austrian border villages wanes.

Sky Park Offices

Office market trends: downsizing, hybrid work, and the rise of flexibility

Bratislava’s market adapts to post-pandemic reality.

Slovan Bratislava players celebrated their fourth goal in Saturday’s Niké Liga championship group match against MŠK Žilina on 3 May 2025.

Slovan Bratislava crowned champions after dramatic comeback win over Žilina

A rollercoaster 4-3 victory confirmed their place at the top — but harder tests await in Europe.

Istropolitana Project'23

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Visit special workshop as part of the Istropolitana Project or explore eco-education on Kamzík hill.

P. O. Hviezdoslav Theatre in Bratislava

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Spend your day with actors, run through the forest or learn European history.

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