Slovakia 2 Day Itinerary
Slovakia 2-Day Travel Itinerary
Day 1: Explore Bratislava
Morning:
- Arrival at M.R. Štefánik Airport, Bratislava. (Flight details)
- Check-in to your accommodation in the city center. (Recommended: Hotel Danube, Grand Hotel River Park or Boutique Hotel Mierové námestie)
- Breakfast at a local café, such as Café Nero or Café Kultúrny dom.
- Visit Slavín National Cemetery dedicated to the anti-fascist fighters and Soviet soldiers who liberated Bratislava in 1945.
Afternoon:
- Lunch at New Yorker Steak House or UFO Observation Deck Restaurant for a unique dining experience with panoramic views of Bratislava.
- Explore the Old Town, including St. Martin’s Cathedral, Bratsislava Castle and the charming streets filled with colorful baroque and renaissance buildings.
- Relax at Lafranconi Park or Devín Castle before sunset.
Evening:
- Dinner at one of the local restaurants, such as Koliba u Povazdíka for traditional Slovak cuisine or Cumuluz for contemporary dishes.
- Enjoy the nightlife in Bratislava by visiting local bars and clubs, such as U Bibiana or Ružin Dvor.
Day 2: Discover Trnava and the High Tatras
Morning:
- Breakfast at your accommodation in Bratislava, then check out and head to Trnava. (Approx. 1 hour drive)
- Arrive in Trnava and visit Trnava’s Old Town with its impressive churches, such as St. Nicholas Church and the unique Samson Fountain.
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Trnava, such as Pivovar Hanza or Trnavské Mydlárene.
Afternoon:
- Drive to the High Tatras (Approx. 2 hours drive) and check-in at your accommodation, such as Hotel Tatrasky Dom or Hotel FIS Alpina.
- Enjoy a scenic hike in the High Tatras, such as Chata pod Soliskom or Skalnaté Pleso.
Evening:
- Dinner at a local restaurant in the High Tatras, such as Chata pri Štrbnom Plese or Chata pod Soliskom Restaurant.
- Relax in the thermal pools at Thermal Park Vrbov, Thermal Park Tatralandia or take a cable car ride to Lomnický štít for breathtaking views of the High Tatras.
Visa Requirements:
- If you are from outside the Schengen Area, you may need a visa to travel to Slovakia. Check the Slovak embassy website for more information and requirements.
Transportation:
- Bratislava has a well-developed public transportation system, with buses, trams, and trolleybuses operating throughout the city. You can find more details on the Bratislava Transport Company website.
- Car rentals are also available at the airport or in Bratislava itself for those who prefer to drive.
Things to Know:
- Slovakia uses the Euro (EUR) as its currency.
- The official language is Slovak, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
- Slovakia operates on Central European Time (CET), which is GMT+1 during standard time and GMT+2 during daylight saving time.