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Bratislava Resource Guide
Introduction & City Areas...............................................................................................8
Airport Information......................................................................................................10
Baby Sitting & Maid Services........................................................................................11
Banking Services............................................................................................................12
Bookshops & Libraries..................................................................................................13
Cinemas & Theatres......................................................................................................14
Embassies - Consulates..................................................................................................15
Expat & Support Groups...............................................................................................17
Groceries & Supermarkets.............................................................................................18
Holidays & Festivities....................................................................................................19
Hospital & Medical Services..........................................................................................20
International Schools.....................................................................................................22
Internet Cafés................................................................................................................23
Museums and Historical Sites........................................................................................24
Parks..............................................................................................................................26
Pharmacies....................................................................................................................28
Police Stations...............................................................................................................29
Postal Services................................................................................................................30
Public Transport............................................................................................................31
Pubs - Clubs..................................................................................................................32
Religious Associations....................................................................................................34
Restaurants....................................................................................................................35
Shopping.......................................................................................................................38
Sport & Leisure.............................................................................................................39
Useful Numbers............................................................................................................42
Utilities..........................................................................................................................43
FAQ..............................................................................................................................45
Bratislava is located in the south-western part of Slovakia and was
built on both banks of the Danube River. The city consists of urban,
central areas with cafes, shops and restaurants and the Old Town with
its charming squares and narrow streets.
Bratislava, or Pressburg as it was formerly known, has for centuries
been an important business centre in Europe. In 1918, at the end of the
First World War, Bratislava was included in the newly formed Republic
of Czechoslovakia. Then in 1993, the city became the capital of the
independent country of Slovakia.
Bratislava is not only the political and governmental centre of the
country, it is alsothe cultural and educational capital of Slovakia. The
country’s main universities are located there as are the main cultural
landmarks such as the National Theatre and the Slovak National Museum. Festivals and exhibitions also take place regularly in the capital.
City Overview
Bratislava Facts
Population: appx. 450 000
National status: Republic
Currency: Slovak koruna (SKK)
Time zone: GMT + 1
Main airport: Bratislava Airport
Emergency numbers:
Police: 158
Medical Emergency: 155
Fire: 150
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Bratislava can basically be divided into two areas; the modern centre and the old-town
centre. The modern part surrounds the Old Town which is located around the Primate’s
Palace, home to the signing of the Pressburg Peace Treaty between Napoleon and
Emperor Franz Joseph in 1805.
Not far from the Palace is the original City Hall along with the Franciscan Church,
the oldest church in Bratislava, dating back to 1291. An important reference point in
the city centre is also Michael’s Tower (see picture), the only tower remaining from the
original fortification around the city.
Above the Danube and the Morava rivers is another famous landmark, the Devin Castle.
Considered one of the most important archeological sites in the whole of Slovakia,
excavations date back to the V millenium B.C. The castle was an important strategic
point of the Hungarian Monarchy and later home to some of Bratislava’s richest families.
Four years after Napoleon signed the Peace Treaty in the Primate’s Palace, the Devin
Castle was blown up by his soldiers, but it has been partially reconstructed.
It’s also important to mention the Bratislava Castle (see picture), located on a hill just
above the city. Previously serving as a frontier post for the Roman Empire, the castle
has been rebuilt several times since the 9th century. A fire in 1811 destroyed the entire
castle, however, between 1952 and 1962 it was reconstructed, and presently houses
several museums.
City Areas
Bratislava is divided into five districts. Most expats prefer to live in the first district, which is close to
the Bratislava Castle.
Bratislava I - covers the historical city area of the city and is the favourite neighbourhood for expats living in Bratislava. The area
mostly consists of large houses with gardens and good parking facilities. A residential area home to the staff of serveral embassies, it
is considered safe and family friendly. It is within easy reach of the centre of Bratislava and public transport is quite frequent. The
most popular areas are Palisády, Mudroòova, Zámocká, Slávièie údolie, Bôrik, Fialkové údolie, Na Hrebienku and Drotárska cesta.
Several of these areas offer a beautiful view to the Bratislava castle, or the open valley overlooking the river Danube. Another popular
area is the one surrounding the Slavín monument, the private residence of the Slovak president, ambassadors and important Slovak
cultural and political people. A recommended neighbourhood within this district is the quite residential area close to Horský park – the
Forest Park, which is one of the most beautiful parks in Bratislava. The Old Town itself also offers attractive housing areas, however,
the many pubs and restaurants make it a busy and less family friendly area to live in.
Bratislava II - covers the east and southeast part of the city including city areas such as Ružinov, Vrakuòa and Podunajské Biskupice.
The best residential area is Ružinov, which is well connected with the city centre. Housing mostly consists of small detached houses
and a few larger family homes. The nicest area is the one around lake Štrkovec.
Bratislava III - covers the north and northeastern part of Bratislava including Nové mesto, Raèa and Vajnory. The best residential
area is Nové mesto, specifically Kramáre, which is partly situated on the initial part of the Malé Karpaty mountains. Kramáre is a
family friendly area with detached houses with gardens. Public transport is also good. One of the most fashionable areas is on the
Koliba hill, with a beautifull view overlooking the city.
Bratislava IV – covers the western part of the city including the city areas of Karlova Ves, Dúbravka, Lamaè, Devín, Devínska Nová
Ves, Záhorská Bystrica. Karlova Ves and Dúbravka mostly consist of apartments, while Lamaè offers mostly detached family houses.
The most attractive areas in this district are Devín, Devínska, Nová Ves and Záhorská Bystrica. All of these areas are former villages,
which are now part of the city. These areas are considered quiet and green. Particularly popular is Devin with its houses located near
the Devín castle, as well as the rivers Danube and Morava with its beautiful views of the Austrian countryside. Similarly, Devínska
Nová Ves is very close to Devín, surrounded by beautiful views of the Danube and Morava rivers. Strmé vàšky in Záhorská Bystrica
is a new and exclusive residential area, often referred to as the Beverly Hills of Bratislava.
Bratislava V - covers the right river bank and the largest part of Petržalka. The district is made up of the following city areas: Petržalka,
Jarovce, Rusovce, Èuòovo. Petržalka has the largest apartment complex in Slovakia, with almost 130,000 inhabitants. The standard
of housing is lower than in several of the other areas although it offers housing opportunities with green surroundings.
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Airport Information
Bratislava has one main aiport, the Bratislava Airport (BTS), situated approximately 9 kilometres northeast of the city centre.
The airport serves both domestic and
international flights. The airport has
modern facilities similar to those
found in other European countries
with duty-free shops, a bank, ATM
machines, post office, restaurant, bar,
snack bar, 24-hour flight information,
24-hour luggage depot, 24-hour
tourist information, 24-hour first aid,
facilities for the disabled and car hire.
TAXI
Taxis are also available from the airport
and take approximately 15 minutes to
arrive in the centre of Bratislava. It is
recommened to book a taxi by phone, as
prices may vary. If you take a taxi from
the taxi rank, or from the street, it is
more expensive.
Euro Taxi: (02) 16022
BUS
Buses connect the airport to the city
and the travel time is approximately
30 minutes. Bus 61operates from the
Central Railway Station Bratislava
to the airport from 05:00 till 23:00
every day, departing every 10 minutes
during peak hours, otherwise it leaves
every 20 minutes. The price of the
ticket is 18 Sk (valid for 30 minutes
- 45 minutes during weekends). Any
luggage is charged as an extra 7 Sk.
A combined ticket for one person and
luggage costs 26 Sk. Ticket machines
are situated at most bus stops. Please
note that tickets cannot be bought on
the bus.
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There are no hotels situated near the
airport. The hotels below are the main
hotels located in Bratislava.
EMC Network does not recommend
any hotel in particular.
ABC Taxi: (02) 16100
For further information,please visit the
airport website: www.airportbratislava. Fun Taxi: (02) 16777
sk Please note that Vienna Schwechat Profi Taxi: (02) 16222
International Airport in Vienna is
located 60 kilometres from Bratislava
Rent-a-car
, and is much larger in comparison to
the Bratislava Airport. There is a bus
service from Vienna International
AVIS
Airport to Bratislava. The airport
Tel. (02) 53416111
website is: www.viennaairport.com.
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION
City Hotels
Fax (02) 53417404
[email protected]
www.avis.sk
Hertz
Tel. (02) 43640562
Fax (02) 43291482
[email protected]
www.hertz.sk
Sixt
Tel./Fax (02) 53413301
[email protected]
www.sixt.sk
Hotel Bratislava
Seberiniho 9
821 03 Bratislava 2
Tel. (02) 43411592
Fax (02) 43424478
www.hotelbratislava.sk
Radisson SAS Carlton Hotel
Hviezdoslavovo nam 3
Bratislava 811 02
Tel. (02) 59390000
Fax (02) 59390010
Reservations in Europe:
00800 33333333
www.bratislava.radissonsas.com
Danube Meydan Hotel
Rybné námestie 1
Bratislava 813 38
Tel. (02) 59340000
Fax (02) 54414311
[email protected]
Gentle car
Tel. (02) 44250966
[email protected]
www.rent-a-car.sk
Alimex Slovakia
Tel. (02) 44681681
Fax (02) 44681686
Nonstop assistance:
(02) 903711877
[email protected]
www.alimex.sk
Useful websites
www.bratislava.info/hotels
www.bratislavahotels.com
Babysitting
There are several agencies in Bratislava offering baby sitting and maid services. However, before hiring
someone, be sure to check their language skills, as English is not commonly spoken.
Should you require Babysitting or Maid services, your Local Counsellor can source some suitable candidates and arrange interviews
at your convenience.
Babysitting Agencies
Nikea
Panenská 7
811 03, Bratislava 1
Tel. (02) 54643232, (02) 546432 33
Fax (02) 54416185
[email protected]
www.nikea.sk
SOS - Slovenská opatrovatel’ ská
spoloc’ènos’
Trnavská 40
821 02 Bratislava
Tel./fax (02) 44462459
Mobile 090 2913914
[email protected]
www.1sos.sk
Babyland
Súkromné Opatrovatel’ské Centrum 1
Prokopova 16
Mobile 090 8414091
[email protected]
www.babyland-centrum.sk
Cinderella Family Servis
Líšèie údolie 73
841 04 Bratislava
Tel./fax (02) 65422119
Mobile 090 3785387
[email protected]
www.cinderella.sk
Maid Services &
Cleaning Services
ISTER Centrum
Poloreckého 9
851 01 Bratislava
Tel./fax (02) 62319791
Mobile 090 3712196
[email protected]
www.upratovanie.sk
Cinderella Family Servis
Líšèie údolie 73
841 04 Bratislava
Tel./fax (02) 65422119
Mobile 090 3785387
[email protected]
www.cinderella.sk
Home Service Slovakia – Miloš Kollár
Schillerova 3
Bratislava
Tel./fax (02) 44251836
Mobile 090 5268672, 090 5213972
[email protected]
www.homeservice.sk
Security Agencies
Group 4 Falck
Višnová 16
831 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59425111
Fax (02) 547774 81
group4falck@
group4falck.sk
www.group4falck.sk
PROTECT
Stromová 13
831 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54789374
Fax (02) 54789374
[email protected]
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Banking
Banks are usually open from Monday to Friday from 8.00 to 17.00. On Fridays, banks may
only be open until 14.00. Banks located in shopping malls, are usually open on Saturdays
and Sundays.
OPENING UP A BANK ACCOUNT
In order to open up a bank account, expats are only required to provide a copy of their passport ID. There are no other special
requirements for foreigners wanting to open an account and have access to normal banking services.
Foreigners who have a Residency Permit have the advantage of also being able to ask for loans and credit cards. Credit cards are
available provided that the account holder’s salary goes directly to the account in the Slovakian bank.
All the major banks offer the main credit cards such as American Express, Visa, Diners and Mastercard, in addition to debit cards.
Traveller’s cheques are accepted in most major banks.
Main slovakian banks
Tatra banka
Všeobecná úverová banka
Èeskoslovenská obchodní banka, a.s.
Slovenská sporitelna
HVB Bank Slovakia a.s.
UniBanka
Poštová banka
Ludová banka
Istrobanka
OTP Banka Slovensko
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Bookshops and Libraries
Below you will find a list of bookshops and libraries where books in English and other languages
are usually available.
BOOKSOPS
Kníhkupectvo Eurobooks
Jesenského ul. 5 - 9
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54417959
[email protected]
www.eurobooks.sk
The only bookshop in Bratislava
specialised in foreign literature.
Svet Knihy
Obchodná 4
Tel. (02) 54648837
www.ikar.sk
Largest bookshop in Slovakia.
Art forum
Kozia 20
Tel./fax (02) 54411898
[email protected]
www.artforum.sk
A small selection of English literature.
Kníhkupectvo Reduta
Palackého 2
Tel. (02) 54430203
A small selection of English literature.
Ex Libris
Michalska 4
Tel. (02) 54432441
A small selection of English art
literature
LIBRARIES
British Council Bratislava Information
Centre
Panská 17
814 99 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54431185
Fax (02) 54434705
[email protected]
www.britishcouncil.sk
Opening hours:
Monday to Wednesday: 13:00 – 19:00
Thursday: 10:30 – 19:00
Friday: 13:00 – 17:00
Wide range of English literature books.
A membership fee applies.
American Reference Centre
Public Affairs Section
Embassy of the U.S.A.
Hviezdoslavovo nám. 4
814 99 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59223123
Fax (02) 54418862
[email protected]
www.usis.sk
Accessible by appointment only, call (02)
59223123 . Offers reference material
about the United States and advanced
research services about various issues.
Goethe-Institut Inter Nationes –
Information Centre and Library
Panenská 33
814 82 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54433130
Kníhkupectvo LUXOR
Fax (02) 54433134
Štúrova 3
[email protected]
Tel. (02) 52967881
www.goethe.de/ms/brl
Large bookstore in the city centre partly Opening hours:
offering foreign literature.
Monday 13:30 – 18:30
Tuesday 9:00 – 12:00
Kníhkupectvo Pištek – Freddie
Wednesday 9:00 - 12:00, 13:30-17:30
Obchodná 2
Thursday 13:30 – 17:30
811 03 Bratislava
Friday 9:00 – 12:00
Tel. (02) 54640755
Fax (02) 54640814
[email protected]
www.knihy-pistek.sk
Institut Francais de Bratislava Information Centre and Library
Palais Kutscherfeld, Sedlárska 6812 83
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59347777
Fax (02) 59347799
[email protected]
http://france.sk/html
Opening hours:
Monday: 14:00-19:00
Tuesday: 14:00-18:00
Wednesday: 10:00-14:00
Thursday: 14:00-18:00
Friday: 14:00-18:00
Information Office of the
European Council
Klariská 5
810 00 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54435752
[email protected]
www.radaeuropy.sk
Reference & research assistance.
Connected to the internal computer
network of the European Council in
Strasbourg.
Central Library of Slovak Academy of
Sciences
Ústredná knižnica Slovenskej
akadémie vied
Klemensova 19
814 67 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52962306
[email protected]
www.uk.sav.sk
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Cinemas & Theatres
Most cinemas in Bratislava dub their films, although some films are also shown in their original language.
There are also several other smaller film festivals in Bratislava, organized by foreign cultural institutes or film clubs. Most of these
films are shown in original language.
Most theatre plays are shown in Slovak language, although there are occasional guest theatre companies playing in their native
language, mostly during theatre festivals. The most important theatre festival with various foreign theatre companies is NITRA,
held 100 km outside Bratislava.
CINEMAS
International Film Festival Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54410673
Fax (02) 54410674
[email protected]
www.iffbratislava.sk
Held in December each year.
Multiplex Palace – Aupark
Einsteinova ul.
Tel. (02) 68202222
www.palacecinemas.sk
Also a 485 seats Pepsi Premiere Screen.
Tatra
Nám. 1.mája
Tel. (02) 59272151
Multiplex Ster Century
Polus City Center
Vajnorská 100
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 49102222
www.multikinometropolis.sk
Cinema multiplex with 8 screens.
Kino Orange IMAX Bratislava
Avion Shopping Park
Ivánska ceta 12
821 04 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 43423033
[email protected]
www.kinoimax.sk
3D cinema – IMAX movie technology.
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Filmový klub ic.sk
Špitálska ul. 4
811 08 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52968994
Filmový klub Nostalgia
Film club cinema
Starohorská 2
Tel. (02) 52961713
www.nostalgia.sk
Istropolis
Trnavské mýto 1
Tel. (02) 50228241
Mlados’
Tel. (02) 54435003
THEATRES
Slovak National Theatre
Hviezdoslavovo nám.1
Tel./fax (02) 54433890
[email protected]
www.snd.sk
Divadlo Aréna
Viedenská cesta 10
Tel. (02) 67202557
[email protected]
www.divarena.sk
The Pavol Országh Hviezdoslav
Theatre
Drama production of the Slovak
National Theatre
Laurinská 20
Tel. (02) 54131153
[email protected]
www.snd.sk
Malá scéna
Drama production of the Slovak
National Theatre
Dostojevského rad 7
Tel. (02) 54412842
[email protected]
www.snd.sk
Nová Scéna
New Theatre
Kollárovo nám. 20
Tel. (02) 52921139
www.nova-scena.sk
Divadlo Astorka Korzo’90
Nám. SNP 33
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54432093
[email protected]
www.astorka.sk
Divadlo West
Nám. SNP 14
811 06 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52964907
Fax (02) 52965832
[email protected]
www.divadlo-west.sk/home.php
Bratislava Dance Theatre
Karloveská 64
842 58 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 65412192
Fax (02) 65423274
[email protected]
Embassies and Consulates
Embassies and Consulates in Bratislava:
Americas
Canada
Mostová 2
Carlton Courtyard & Savoy
Buildings
811 02 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59204031
Fax (02) 54434227
Cuba
Smolického St. 1/a
811 05 Bratislava
Tel.(02) 52492777
Fax (02) 52494200
[email protected]
USA
811 02 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54430861
24-hour service: (02) 903703666
Fax (02) 54415148
[email protected]
www.usembassy.sk
Africa
Angola
Mudroòova 47
811 03 Bratislava
Tel.(02) 54412164
Fax (02) 54412182
[email protected]
Egypt
Ferienèíkova 14
814 99 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52961474
Fax (02) 52967791
[email protected] consular.
[email protected]
Europe and russia
Austria
Ventúrska 10
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59301500
Fax (02) 54432486
[email protected]
www.embassyaustria.sk
Belarus
Kuzmányho 3/a
811 06 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54416325
Fax (02) 54416328
[email protected]
www.belembassy.org/slovakia
Germany
813 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59204440
Fax (02) 54419634
[email protected]
www.germanembassy.sk
Belgium
Fraòa Král’a 5
811 05 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 57101211
Fax (02) 52494296
[email protected]
Greece
Hlavné nám. 4
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54434143
[email protected]
www.greece.sk
Bulgaria
Kuzmányho 1
811 06 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54415308
Fax (02) 54412404
[email protected]
http://web.stonline.sk/bg_embassy
Hungary
Sedlárska 3
814 25 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59205200
Fax (02) 54435484
pozsony@embhung. sk
www.hungemb.sk
Croatia
Mišíkova 21
811 06 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54433647
Fax (02) 54435365
[email protected]
Ireland
Mostová 2
Carlton Savoy Building
811 02 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59309611
Fax (02) 54430690
[email protected]
Czech republic
Tel. (02) 59203303
Fax (02) 59203304
[email protected]
www.czechembassy.org/zu/
bratislava
Italy
Èerveòova 19
811 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54640067
[email protected]
www.ambitaba.sk
Denmark
Panská 27
816 06 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59300200
[email protected]
www.danishembassy.sk
France
Hlavné nám. 7
812 83 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59347111
Fax (02) 59347199
[email protected]
www.france.sk
Netherlands
Ulica Fraòa Král’ska 5
811 05 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52625081
Fax (02) 52491075
[email protected]
Poland
Hummelova 4
811 02 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54413174
Fax (02) 54413184
[email protected]
www.polskevelvyslanectvo.sk
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Romania
Ulica Fraòa Král’ska 11
811 05 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52491665
Fax (02) 52444056
[email protected]
Russia
Godrova 4
811 06 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54415823
Fax (02) 54434910
[email protected]
www.slovakia.mid.ru
United Kingdom
Panská 16
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59982000
Fax (02) 59982237
[email protected]
www.britishembassy.sk
ASIA AND OCEANIA
China
Janèova 8
811 02 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 62804291
Fax (02) 62804285
[email protected]
Serbia and Montenegro
Búdková 38
811 04 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54431927
Fax (02) 54431933
[email protected]
India
Radlinského 2
811 07 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52931700
Fax (02) 52931690
[email protected]
Slovenia
Moyzesova 4
813 15 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52450005
Fax (02) 52450009
[email protected]
Indonesia
Mudroòova 51
811 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54419886 (24 hours)
Fax (02) 54419890
[email protected]
www.indonesia.sk
Spain
Prepoštská 10
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54415724
Fax (02) 54417565
[email protected]
Japan
Hlavné nám. 2
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59800100
Fax (02) 54432771
[email protected]
[email protected]
Switzerland
Tolstého 9
811 06 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59301111
Fax (02) 59301100
[email protected]
Turkey
Holubyho 11
811 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54415504
Fax (02) 54413145
[email protected]
Ukraine
Radvanská 35
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59202810
Fax (02) 54412651
[email protected]
www.ukrembassy.sk
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Expatriate and Support Groups
Other than The International Women’s Club of Bratislava, some embassies and consulates occassionally arrange meetings for their fellow citizens.
International Women’s Club
of Bratislava
www.iwc.sk
Hotel Danube
Room 171
Rybne Namestie
Membership details:
María Luján Maiale
Mobile 090 4465787
[email protected]
The International Women’s Club of Bratislava organises various activities each month such as language courses, coffee mornings,
fitness groups in addition to bazars and excursions to different places outside of the city.
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Groceries and Supermarkets
The main supermarkets in Bratislava are generally open Monday to Sunday between 08:00 and 21:00.
Smaller grocery stores may be closed during weekends.
MAIN SUPERMARKETS
Billa - Big Billa is an Austrian supermarket chain, located in six places in Bratislava: Bajkalská ul., Farského ul., Petržalka, Segnerova
ul., Karlova Ves, Rožòavská cesta, Soravia, Jantárová cesta, Kazanská ul. See website for more info: www.billa.sk
Delvita is a Belgian supermarket chain located in the city centre (Tatracentrum, Hodžovo nám. 4), opposite the Presidential Palace.
The shopping facilities are very good, in addition to restaurants and entertainment. See website: www.tatracentrum.sk
TERNO Supermarket is a Slovak Supermarket Chain, located in AUPARK (Einsteinova 18). See website: http://terno.coop.sk.
The British supermarket chain TESCO Hypermarket is also represented in Bratislava (Panónska cesta 25, Petržalka & Kamenné
nám. 1). It is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, all year round.
The French CARREFOUR Hypermarket chain is located in Danubia Shopping Centre (Panónska cesta 16/A, Petržalka) and in
Polus City Centre (Vajnorská 100). See website: www.carrefour.sk
HYPERNOVA Hypermarket is located in Avion Shopping Centre (Ivánska cesta 12) and is open every day between 08:00 and
24:00. See website: www.hypernova.sk
MARKETS
SPECIAL FOOD STORES
“Miletièova“ Market
Miletièova ul.
Bratislava
Monday – Friday: 07:00 – 18:00
Saturday: 7:00 – 13:00
Flowers available daily: 07:00 – 19:00
Biggest open-air market in Bratislava. Flowers,
vegetables, fruits, clothes.
Salmon´s
Miletièova 32
Bratislava
Monday: 12:00 – 18:00
Tuesday – Friday: 08:00 – 18:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 13:00
Small fish shop, mostly imported from
France.
Stará tržnica – The Old Market
Nám. SNP 25
Bratislava
Open from 06:00 – 24:00, stalls opened till early
evening.
Flowers, vegetables, fruits, bakeries, refreshments, fastfood, espresso, news-agency.
Mestská tržnica - City Market
Nám. Fr. Zubku
Saturday: 06:00 – 13:00
Covered market close to the centre.
Flowers, vegetables, fruits, refreshments, fast-food.
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Èokoláda – Chocolate
Michalská 6
811 01 Bratislava
Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 – 20:00
Údenárstvo – Würsterei Pressburg
Štúrova 11
811 02 Bratislava
Saturday: 09:00 – 14:00
The only ‘ luxury delicatessen shop’ in
Bratislava.
TRUNK Wine House
Hurbanovo nám. 8
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54432191
Fax (02) 59201199
[email protected]
www.trunk.sk
Vins de France Slovensko
Belvédere Slovensko s.r.o.
Liptovská 2/A
821 09 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 53419995
Fax (02) 53419997
[email protected]
www.belvedere.sk
The only French wine wholesaler in Slovakia.
Holidays and Festivities
Mark national and regional public holidays on your calendar. Below you will find a complete list.
Public Holidays in Slovakia mostly follow standard international or European holidays, although there are some exceptions, such as
holidays related to Slovak Republic or some specific religional holidays.
All state and city offices, schools and stores work reduced hours or are completely closed on the following days:
Calendar
January 1
New Year, Day of establishment of the Slovak Republic
January 6
The Epiphany and Christmas of Orthodox Christians
May 1
May Day
May 8
End of the World War II in Europe
July 5
Holiday of St. Cyril and St. Metodius
August 29
Anniversary of the Slovak national uprising
September 1
Day of Constitution of the Slovak Republic
September 15
Lady of Seven Sorrows
November 1
All Saints Day
November 17
Day of fight for freedom and democracy
December 24
Christmas eve
December 25
Christmas day
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Hospitals and Medical Services
English, is unfortunately, not widely spoken in Slovakian hospitals and most expats in Bratislava
prefer to use private clinics rather than the public medical system.
Office staff at the clinics may not always speak English, however, there are usually doctors and medical staff who will be able to
speak to you in English. In order to use private medical facilities in Slovakia, one needs to be insured. A special health insurance
card provided by your insurance company is requested by the hospitals/clinics upon arrival.
Most private clinics in Bratislava offer a wide range of medical services ranging from GP, Ob/Gyn to paediatrician and dentistry. In
cases where the clinics do not have the medical facilities required, the patient will be sent to a hospital where one will find doctors
who also work for the clinic.
PRIVATE CLINICS
Medifera
Medicínske Centrum
Štúrova 12
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 57200911
Fax (02) 57200999
[email protected]
Saturday: 8:00 – 13:00
www.medifera.sk
Chirurgické centrum, a.s.
Medical Surgery Centre
Kozia ul. è. 17
811 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54431892
Fax (02) 54431891
[email protected]
www.chir.centrum.szm.sk
Arthroscopy, plastic surgery.
Hippokrates
Súkromné zdravotnícke centrum
Šulekova 20
811 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54649271
Fax (02) 59204205
[email protected]
www.hippokrates.sk
Posonium Clinic
Tehelná 16
831 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 44441650
[email protected]
www.posoniumclinic.sk
Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery.
Pro Vitae
MUDr. Dušan Ogurèák
Svoradova 13
811 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54413284
Fax (02) 54413289
[email protected]
www.provitae.sk
Biotherm
Centrum lieèby chrbtice
Spinal Treatment Centre
Špitálska 10
811 09 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52925703
Fax (02) 52925703
Saturday – Sunday: on request
www.biotherm.sk
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Lieèebné centrum Tomesa
Opavská 26
821 02 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54792175
Fax (02) 44455664
[email protected]
www.tomesa.sk
Dermatology
Lymfocentrum
Gorkého 13
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54410727
Fax (02) 54434485
[email protected]
www.lymfo.sk
Weight reduction, body shape forming.
Inter Clinik Slovakia, s.r.o.
Branch of Medical & Cosmetical
Services Inc., USA
Tbiliská 6
813 06 Bratislava
Tel./ fax (02) 44887309
[email protected]
www.interklinik.sk
Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery.
Paracelsus Lasercentrum
Hubeného 2
831 54 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 44872160
Fax (02) 44873507
[email protected]
www.paracelsus.sk
Aesthetic Laser Surgery and
Dermatology.
GENERAL PRACTITIONERS
MUDr. Peter Hubka
Èulenova 6
811 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 50612255
Mobile 090 3712994
Speaks English.
MUDr. Tibor Hlavatý
Mýtna 5
811 07 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52495039
Speaks English.
MUDr. Ïurechová Eva, PhD.
Medená 5
811 02 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54430590
Mobile 090 3559503
Speaks English.
PEDIATRICIANS
MUDr. Kaja Frecerová
811 09 Bratislava
Mobile 090 5662932
Speaks English and German, house calls
available.
MUDr. Anna Popradcová
Kozia 12
811 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54418048
Speaks English and German.
ALLERGIST
MUDr. Hruškoviè
Tehelná 26
831 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 44442015
Speaks English.
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Police
158
Medical Emergency
155
Fire
150
EMERGENCY HOSPITALS
- Limbová 5
Bratislava – Kramáre
Tel. (02) 59542754
- Limbová 1
Bratislava - Kramáre
Tel. (02) 59371777
Pediatric facilities
- Líšèie údolie 57
Tel. (02) 65425689
- Streènianska 13
Tel. (02) 63833878
Tel. (02) 63833130
DENTAL EMERGENCY ROOM
- Drieòová 38
Tel. (02) 43423433
DENTISTS
MUDr. Petra Borevá
Žatevná 6
841 09 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 64463198
Speaks French.
MUDr. Mamoun Al-Zafari
Lazaretská 35
Bratislava
Tel./ fax (02) 52927729
Mobile 090 3353045
[email protected]
www.zafari.sk
Speaks English.
MUDr. Paukovièová Iveta
Raèianska 66
831 02 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 44254503
Mobile 090 5426046
Speaks German.
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International Schools
There are several international schools located in Bratislava, ranging from pre school to high school.
PRESCHOOLS/DAYCARE
KINDREGARTENS AND PRIMARY SCHOOLS
R a inbow is an English-spea k ing
childcare and kindergarten facility. It
accepts children from age 1 to 6, in
small groups. Childcare is possible,
upon request, outside normal hours
of business. The daily activities, which
are normally conducted in English,
include games and a themed curricula.
The Slovakian owner has teaching
experience, and speaks English fluently.
For children aged 3 – 6 in the kindergarten and aged 6 – 11 in the primary school.
The curricula conforms to that of the French Ministry of Education.
Contact details:
Dvanásta 5
831 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54776624
Mobile 090 4378655
Contact: Andrea Valentová, manager
Brilliant Stars is an English language
kindergarten catering to children
between the ages of 2 - 6. The children
are divided intofour age groups, each
with their own qualif ied teacher,
following an English language curricula.
Contact details:
Vavilovova 18
851 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 62414292
Mobile 090 3186764
[email protected]
www.brilliantstars.sk
Contact details:
Základná škola
Cádrová 23
831 01 Bratislava
Contact: Mr. Jean-Pierre Meullenet, conseiller de cooperation et d´action culturelle,
French Embassy. Tel. (02) 59347735, www.france.sk
- The Association for the French School of Bratislava, Mrs. Marie-Helene Bergey:
[email protected].
FOREL International Elementary School offers a bilignual English-Slovak
Elementary curricula.
Contact details:
Èernyševského 8
851 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 62414373
School Director: Mrs. Zarin Buckingham, mobile: 090 5365014
www.aforel.com
KINDERGATEN TO HIGH SCHOOL
The British International School offers Nursery, Primary and Secondary School
education based on the English National Curricula.
Contact details:
Dolinského 1
841 02 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 64366992
[email protected]
www.bis.sk
QSI International School of Bratislava offers education for children at PreSchool, Elementary and Secondary level. The curricula is American, teaching
language is English. The majority of the teachers are Americans and Canadians.
Contact details:
Iuventa Building
Karloveská 64, Karlova Ves
841 04 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 65422844
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Internet Cafes
Internet Cafes
Kaviareò MEGAiNET
Klariská 4
Tel. (02) 54 43 55 67
Fax (02) 54 43 55 67
[email protected]
Klub Internet Multimedia
Vajanského nábr. 2
Tel. (02) 59 34 91 96
[email protected]
www.tatrahome.sk/snm.htm
Netcafe
POLUS City Center
Vajnorská 100
Mobile 090 3266622
[email protected]
www.netcafe.sk
i-TEA Internet Espresso
Vajnorská 7
Mobile 090 3553235
[email protected]
www.i-tea.sk
iCaffé Internet
Dom kultúry Dúbravka
Saratovská 2/a
Tel./fax 02 64 36 45 88
[email protected]
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Museums & Historical sites
Bratislava is a city rich on cultural and historical sights such as the Devin Castle, the Bratislava Castle
and the Old Town Hall. The Slovak National Museum, hosts some of the most important musems in
the city.
Natural Science Museum
Slovak National Museum
Prírodovedné múzeum
Vajanského nábr. 2
814 36 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59349141
Open from Tuesday – Sunday:
09:00 – 17:00
www.snm.sk
Archeological Museum
Archelogické múzeum
Žižkova 14
814 36 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54413680
09:00 – 17:00
www.snm.sk
Museum of History
Historické múzeum
Bratislavský hrad
- Bratislava Castle
810 06 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59341626
Open from Tuesday –
Sunday: 09:00 – 17:00
www.snm.sk
The Bratislava Castle
commands the view of the
city’s west side. High on a
hill above the urban centre,
the castle started as a fortified
post of the Roman Empire.
Music Museum
Hudobné múzeum
Bratislavský hrad
- Bratislava Castle
810 06 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54413349
09:00 – 17:00
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Museum of Carpathian German
Culture
Múzeum kultúry karpatských Nemcov
Žižkova 14
Bratislava
Tel.(02) 54415570
Open from Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00
– 16:00
www.snm.sk
Museum of Jewish Culture
Múzeum židovskej kultúry
Židovská 17
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54418507
Open from Sunday - Friday: 11:00 –
17:00
www.snm.sk
Housed in the late-Renaissance 17th
century Mansion of the Zsigray Family,
the museum features the history and
culture of Jews living in Slovakia
since the times of the Great Moravian
Empire.
Museum of Hungarian Culture in
Slovakia
Múzeum kultúry Maïarov na Slovensku
Žižkova 12
814 36 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54412021
10:00 – 17:00
www.snm.sk
Exposition of Bratislava City and
Feudal Justice History
Bratislava City Museum
Expozícia dejín mesta a feudálnej justície
Old Town Hall
Primaciálne nám. 3
815 18 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59205130
www.muzeumbratislava.sk
Exposition of Historical
Clockworks
Expozícia historických hodín
Dom U dobrého pastiera
Židovská 1
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54411940
Opening hours from October to April:
Opening hours from May to September
Arthur Fleischmann Museum
Múzeum Arthura Fleischmanna
Devín Castle – National Cultural
Heritage
Hrad Devín – národná kultúrna
pamiatka
Muránska ul.
Devín, Bratislava
Tel. (02) 65730105
The first walls of the castle date from
Roman times; early fortifications were
built in the 9th century. A small fort was
built in the 13th century and a palace in
the 15th century. In 1809, Napoleon
reduced it to ruins.
GALLERIE
Vodné kasárne
Rázusovo nábrežie 2
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54432081
www.sng.sk
Esterházy Palace
Esterházyho palác
Nám. L’. Štúra 4
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54432081
www.sng.sk
Bratislava Municipal Gallery
Galéria mesta Bratislavy
Exhibitions at::
Mirbach Pallace
Mirbachov palác
Františkánske nám. 11
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54431556
Tuesday – Sunday: 11:00 – 18:00
www.gmb.sk
Pálffy Pallace
Pálffyho Palác
Panská 19
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54433627
Primate´s Pallace
Primaciálny palác
Primaciálne nám. 1
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59356111
www.gmb.sk
Danubiana – Meulensteen
Art Museum
Galéria Danubiana
Èuòovo, Vodné dielo (about 20
km south of Bratislava, along the
Danube)
Mobile 090 3605505
From October to April:
From May to September:
www.danubiana.sk
International modern art
exhibitions, opened in year 2000.
Bibiana - International House of
Children
Bibiana – Medzinárodný dom umenia
pre deti
Panská 41
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54431308
www.bibiana.sk
Galéria ARDAN
Dobrovièova 7
811 02 Bratislava
Mobile 090 5443106
Saturday: 10:00 – 16:00
Galéria MICHALSKÝ DVOR
Michalská 3
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54411079
www.gallery.sk
Auction House SOGA
Aukèná sieò SOGA
Panská 4
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54432064
Sales take place 4 times a year.
Slovak National Gallery
The Gallery houses the complexed history
of Slovak fine arts dating back to early
Gothic times along with collections of Old
European artworks. The Gallery is divided
between the old Baroque Water barracs and
the Esterhazy Palace.
Contact details:
Slovak National Gallery
Slovenská národná galéria
Rieèna 1
815 13 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54 43 20 81, (02) 54431703
Opening hours:
www.sng.sk
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Parks
Slovakia has several national parks and protected regional reserves with majestic mountain ranges, rich
fauna and caves, some of which are listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
The Tatra National Park
The oldest park in the country, stretching over 741 square kilometres with
the majestic High Tatras mountain
ranges. The park has incredible wildlife
including bears, deers, wolves and the
Chamois, the mountain goat that is
the symbol of the park. Accomodation
is available.
For further details, contact the park
service headquarter:
Tatranská Štrba 75
Tel. (052) 4484217
[email protected]
Branch offices:
- Vila Zorka è.10, Tatranská Lomnica, tel. (052) 4467195
- Hodžova 11, Liptovský Mikuláš,
tel. (052) 55 14125
www.vysoketatry.com
www.tatry.org
The Low Tatra National Park
This is the park with the largest protected area in Slovakia, covering some
110,000 hectares. The forest covers
almost 70% of the area and the wildlife
consists of brown bears, chamois and
marmots.
Contact details:
Zelená 5, Banská Bystrica
Tel. (048) 4130888, 4130 889
[email protected]
Branch office:
- Ulica SNP è.11, Liptovský Hrádok,
tel. (044) 5222875
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Malá Fatra National Park
Located in the northwestern part of the
country, the Mala Fatra mountain range
was declared a National Park in 1988.
The mountain range core is formed by
granitoid rocks. The bigger part, however,
is made of rocks of the envelope and sheet
units, especially dolomite and limestone.
The park is rich in flora and fauna. As
for fauna, there are bears, lynxs, otters,
eagles, eagle owls, grouses and many
other species.
Hrnèiarska ul. 197, Varín
Tel. (041) 5692311
Pieniny National Park
The park is located by the Slovak-Polish
border, on the northeastern part of the
High Tatras. The biggest tourist attraction
is Cerveny Klastor Monastery (the Red
Monastery), founded in the 14th century
by the Carthusians, well-known for their
calligraphy and illuminatory artwork.
For further details, contact the park service
headquarter:
Èervený kláštor
Tel. (052) 4181071, 4181072
www.pieniny.sk
Slovensky raj (Slovak Paradise)
National Park
The park has a remarkable varied landscape
with meadows, chasms, canyons, gorges,
plateauxs, caves and waterfalls. The park
has several possibilities for accomodation.
Poloniny National Park
The park is located in the northeastern
part of the country on the border with
Poland and the Ukraine. It stretches over
29 hectares and has some beautiful samples
of preserved Carpathian Virgin forest, with
firs as old as 400 years. Beautiful wooden
churches can also be found ìn some of the
many villages within the park.
headquarter:
Letecká 3, Spišská Nová Ves
Tel. (053) 4422010
[email protected]
www.slovenskyraj.sk
Partizánska ul. 1057, Snina
Tel. (057) 7685615
Muranska planina National Park
This park is located in the Slovenskè
Rudohorie mountains in the central and
eastern part of the country. Deep valleys
and waterfalls characterise the park.
headquarter:
Ul. Janka Král’a 12, Revúca
Tel. (058) 4422061
Velká Fatra National Park
The park was established in 2002 and consists of
40,371 hectares. This interesting and beautiful
mountain range is situated in Central Slovakia.
Most of the territory is covered by beech and
beech-fir forests. The Vlkolínec village in the
park was included in the UNESCO list of World
Natural and Cultural Heritage.
The Važecká Cave
Nízke Tatry
Contact: Nízke Tatry, cesta è.18, Važec 6
Tel. (044) 5294171
The Gombasecká Cave
Slovenský kras
Contact: Slovenský kras, cesta è.50, Plešivec
Tel. (058) 7901191
The Harmanecká Cave
For further details, contact the park service Vel’ká Fatra
headquarter:
Contact: Vel’ká Fatra, cesta 65, Bernolákova 13, Banská Bystrica
Cachovský rad è. 7, Vrútky
Tel. (048) 4198122
Tel. (043) 4284503
The Slovak Karst National Park was established
in 2002. The total area of the park is 34,611
hectares and the total area of its protected
zone is 11,742 hectares large. Located in the
southeastern part of the Slovenské Rudohorie
mountains, it is the largest karst territory in
Slovakia. The park contains several caves that
are also included on the UNESCO List of
World Natural and Cultural Heritage.
The Ochtinská Aragonite Cave
Contact: Slovenský kras, cesta è. 526, Rožòavské Bystré 91
Tel. (058) 4483564
The cave are one of the three caves of its kind in the world, open to the
public.
The Dead Bats Cave
Jaskyòa màtvych netopierov
Before visiting, please book at the phone number: (048) 6175428
or mobile: 090 5135535
www.jmn.speleo.sk
For further details, contact the park service The only Slovak high-mountain cave opened for public. One of the longest (18
headquarter:
km) and deepest caves in Slovakia.
Biely kaštiel’ c’. 188, Brzotín
Tel. (058) 7326815
PARKS
Sad Janka Král’a
CAVES
Named after the Slovakian poet Sad Janka, this park is situated in the Petrzalka
district of Bratislava, near the Aupark shopping mall. This large park is located
The Belianska Cave
next to the Danube river and is easily accessible by public transport. However,
Belianske Tatry
Contact: Belianske Tatry, cesta è.67, Tatranská reaching the park by foot is just as easy. Crossing the New Bridge, it only takes
about 15 minutes to get there.
Kotlina
Tel. (052) 4467375
Medická zahrada
“Medical” Garden
The Bystrianska Cave
The so called Medical garden lies in the centre of Bratislava, approximately
Nízke Tatry
five minutes walk from the Old town. Its name derives from the its vicinity the
Contact: Cesta è. 529/72, Brezno
Faculty of Medicine. The garden is quiet and a popular family recreational area
Tel. (048) 6195133
especially during summer.
The Demänovská Cave of Liberty
Záhrada Prezidentského paláca
Demänovská Jaskyòa slobody
Garden of the Presidential Palace (see picture left)
Nízke Tatry
The garden and park of the Presidential palace are located in Hodžovo námestie
Contact: Cesta è. II/584, Podbreziny 497,
at the back of the palace. Centrally located, the area is a popular recreational
Liptovský Mikuláš
area and is open to the public.
Tel. (044) 5548170
The Dobšinská Ice Cave
Dobšinská l’adová jaskyòa
Slovenský raj
Contact: Slovenský raj, cesta è.67
Tel. (058) 7981159
The Domica Cave
Slovenský kras
Contact: Slovenský kras, cesta è.50, Dlhá Ves
Tel. (58) 7928261
The Jasovská Cave
Slovenský kras
Contact: Slovenský kras, cesta è. 50, Jasov
Tel. (055) 4664165
Horský park
Forest Park
The park was established as a city forest park as far back as in the 1870s and is
a green oasis within the city. The park is easily accessible by public transport
from the centre.
The Botanical Garden of the Comenius University in Bratislava was founded
in 1942 and serves as both a scientific and recreational area. The area covers
about 5 hectares and contains more than 5,000 types of plants. The garden
is open to the public from April 1 to October 31 daily from 09:00 to 18:00.
Contact details:
Botanická záhrada UK Bratislava
Botanická 3
841 04 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 65421311
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Pharmacies
The pharmacies in Slovakia have good stock of medications and drugs. Pharmacies are usually open from
7.30 am till 4 pm.
24 hours open Pharmacies
Lekáreò Pod Manderlom
Námestie SNP 20
811 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54432952
Univerzitná lekáreò
Ružinovská 12
821 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 43331143
Lekáreò Pokrok
Raèianske mýto 1/A
831 04 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 44455291
Lekáreò na Streènianskej
Streènianska 13
851 06 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 63835868
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Police Stations
Bratislava Metropolitan Police Mestská polícia
Headquarters
Gundulièova 10
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52218223 - 7
24 hrs call center: (02) 159
[email protected]
www.msp.bratislava.sk
Police Headquarters – District
Bratislava I
Sasinkova 23
812 13 Bratislava
Tel. 09610/11111
Fax 09610/31109
[email protected]
www.minv.sk/ppz
Police Headquarters – District
Bratislava II
Osvetová 4
824 49 Bratislava
Tel. 09610/11111
Fax 09610/32109
[email protected]
www.minv.sk/okresba2
Police Headquarters –
District Bratislava III
Legerského 1
832 56 Bratislava
Tel. 09610/11111
Fax 09610/33109
[email protected]
www.minv.sk/ppz
District Bratislava IV
Schneidera-Trnavského 1
844 22 Bratislava
Tel. 09610/11111
Fax 09610/34109
[email protected]
www.minv.sk/ppz
District Bratislava V
Nám. Hranièiarov 1/b
852 42 Bratislava
Tel. 09610/11111
Fax 09610/35109
[email protected]
www.minv.sk/ppz
Department of Borders and
Foreiners Police
Vajnorská 25
812 72 Bratislava
Tel. 09610 50701
Fax 09610 59074
[email protected]
Bratislava Branch Office
Tel. 09610 25801
Fax 09610 25809
www.minv.sk/uhcp
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Postal Services
Post offices in Bratislava are generally opened Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 18:00, some
stay open until 19:00.
Main Postal Offices
Hlavná pošta
Nám. SNP 35
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54433330, (02) 54432417
Opening hours:
Saturday: 7:00 – 18:00
Sunday: 9:00 – 14:00
Located in the city centre. Fax, telegram, mail
services, bill payment centre.
Pošta Hlavná stanica
Predstanièné nám. 1
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52493949, (02) 52493948
Opening hours:
Saturday: 9:00 – 15:00
Sunday: closed
Situated at the building of the Central Railway
Station in Bratislava. Mail services, bill
payment centre.
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Bratislava Resource
Public Transportation
Public transport in Bratislava consists of buses and trams and it works reasonably well. Construction plans for a subway system is currently being considered for the city.
In Bratislava, there are two types of tickets; time tickets
and prepaid zone tickets. Time tickets are valid for 10,
30 and 60 minutes, while the zone tickets are valid for
24-hours, 48-hours, 72-hours, 168-hours, 1 month, 3
months and one year. Tickets can be bought in most
kiosks, DPMB shops (the official public transport
company offices) and ticket machines. Ticket prices are
based on time and the number of city zones you wish to
pass through and are valid on all types of Bratislava public
transport – bus, trams, and jumbo buses.
The city’s main bus station is in the Mlynské Nivy part
of town, a 15 minute walk from the centre. European bus
connections such as Eurolines are also located here. Once
on the bus or tram, you should immediately punch the
ticket in the ticket machine. Before getting on any public
transport, all passengers are obliged to buy tickets and
punch them in the nearest ticket machine upon entering
the vehicle. It is not necessary to punch the ticket a second
time if you are changing line. Children, students and
pensioners are offered discounts on all kinds of tickets.
Any ticket that has not been punched or has been validated
improperly, will be considered invalid. In case of a check,
a fine of 1,400 SK must be paid if the ticket is not valid.
At coin-operated ticket machines it is possible to buy
combined tickets for a group of passengers, for passengers
and luggage, for passengers and a dog, etc.
The public transport system operates approximately from
5:00 till 23:30 / 24:00, after which, there are night buses
available at least once an hour. A ticket for the night bus
costs 22 SK. The main bus stop for the night buses is in
front of the Main Railway Station – Hlavná stanica. Buses,
trams and jumbo buses have digital information boards
located on the front of the vehicle with information on the
number of current city zones you are currently travelling
within, as well as information on the nearest stop.
TAXI
Taxis are considered safe in Bratislava. However, be aware
though that some drivers charge foreigners a higher price.
It is advisable to call ahead and book a taxi rather than
hailing one as prices vary. If you take a taxi from a taxi
rank, or on a street, it is more expensive.
Ticket Faires
10 minutes: 14 SK
30 minutes: 18 SK
(valid 45 min. during weekends
and public holidays)
60 minutes: 22 SK
(valid 90 min. during weekends
and public holidays)
24-hours (1 day): 90 SK
(valid for all city zones)
48-hours (2 days): 170 SK
72-hours (3 days): 210 SK
168-hours (7 days): 310 Sk
1 month:
- city zone 1: 600 SK
- city zones 1 + 2: 720 SK
3 months:
1 year:
Ticket for larger luggage: 7 SKK
Have you been drinking and can not drive your own car home? Call DRINK TAXI – 0915 900 990, they will drive you
home in your own car.
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Pubs & Clubs
Nightlife in Bratislava is busy, but safe and pleasant. In the historical centre of the city, one can find a
wide variety of small bars and pubs that get increasingly crowded the closer one gets to the summer!
Dubliner Irish Pub
Sedlárska 6
811 01 Bratislava
Café de Zwaan
Panská 7
Bratislava
www.dezwaan.sk
Belgium pub and restaurant, great
food and Belgium beer.
Amsterdam Pub
Prepoštská 4
Bratislava
Located at the historical city centre,
close to the University Library.
1. Slovak Pub
Obchodná 62
811 02 Bratislava
www.slovakpub.sk
Favourite among university students.
KGB Pub
Krèma gurmánov Bratislavy
Obchodná 52
811 01 Bratislava
www.kgb.sk
Slang Pub
Bratislava
www.slangpub.host.sk
17‘s Bar
Hviezdoslavovo nám.17
Bratislava
www.17bar.sk
Aligátor Rock Pub
Laurinská 7
Bratislava
Rock pub and Club with occasional
concerts.
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Kristian pub
Michalská 10
815 36 Bratislava
www.kristian.sk
Rock pub with internet facilities.
Krušovická izba
Biela 5
Bratislava
Umelka Pub
Bratislava
Favourite among young people, can
be crowded in the evening.
AQA Pub
Fazul’ová 5
Bratislava
Hysteria Pub
Odbojárov 9
Bratislava
www.hysteria-pub.sk
Pub and restaurant, mexican food.
Bastion Pub
Tržnica
Trnavské mýto
Bratislava
www.bastion.sk
Mamut Pub
Reštaurácia stará sladovòa
Cintorínska 32
SK 811 08 Bratislava 1
www.mamut.sk
Opened in 1980, the biggest 2-floor
pub in Slovakia.
Harley-Davidson Saloon
Rebarborová 1/a
821 07 Bratislava
www.harley.sk
El Diablo
Sedlárska 6
811 01 Bratislava
Favourite among young people.
Caribe Bar
Sedlárska 4
Bratislava
Greenwich Coctail Bar
Zelená 7
Bratislava
Good references.
Cafe & Coctail Bar Antinori
Ventúrska 14
Bratislava
www.antinori.sk
Café Verne
Bratislava
Favourite among young people and
artists.
Piano Bar
Laurinská 11
Bratislava
Adamski Cafe
Panská 21
Bratislava
Bar za Operou
Gorkého 5
Bratislava
Rados’ Chillout Bar
Obchodná 48
Bratislava
www.mojaradost.sk
Maòana bar
Kollárovo nám.15
Bratislava
Occasional Latino parties.
WINE BARS, TAVERNS
Chillon Wine Club
Panská 27
Bratislava
CLUBS
Bagl’s Wine Bar & Restaurant
Nám. SNP 1
Bratislava
www.bagls.sk
Kláštorná vináreò
Františkánska ul. è. 2
811 01 Bratislava
www.klastornavinaren.com
Šenkvická viecha
Panenská 35
Bratislava
Excellent local wine, downstairs
restaurant.
Bakchus
Hlboká cesta 5
Bratislava
www.bakchus.s-n.sk
Located in a 300 years old wine cellar.
Hradná vináreò
Bratislava Castle
Námestie Alexandra Dubèeka
Bratislava
Located in the Bratislava Castle with
quality wine and food, international
cuisine. The terrace has one of the most
beautiful views over the the city.
Metro Music Club
Suché mýto 6
Bratislava
Smirnoff Club
Šafárikovo nám è.7
Bratislava
www.smirnoffclub.sk
Cirkus Barok
Rázusovo nábrežie
Bratislava
www.cirkusbarok.sk
Disco club on boat, entrance from the
bank of the river Danube, opposite the
hotel Danube.
Terminal Club
Špitálska 4
Bratislava
www.terminalclub.sk
Spojka Club
Prešernová 4
Bratislava
www.spojka.sk
Rados’ Chillout Bar
Obchodná 48
Bratislava
www.mojaradost.sk
U Club
Electronic Music Club
Nábr. arm. gen. L. Svobodu
Bratislava
www.uclub.sk
Babylon Music Hall
Karpatská ulica 2
Bratislava
Live concerts and all night parties few
times a week.
Jazz Cafè
Ventúrska ulica 5
Bratislava
www.jazz-cafe.sk
Occassional live music.
Music Club Woch
Františkánske námestie 7
Bratislava
www.woch.sk
Galéria DUNA Music Club
Radlinského 11
Bratislava
www.duna.sk
Aligátor Rock Pub
Laurinská 7
Bratislava
Occassional live music.
Buddha Bar
Medená ulica 16
Bratislava - Staré Mesto
www.buddhabar.sk
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Religious Associations
Slovakia is mainly a catholic country, with 80 % of the population belonging to the Roman Catholic
Church. The second largest group is the Lutheran Church. Both groups offer services in English.
CATHOLIC SERVICES
Kostol Sv. Ladislava – St. Ladislav
Church
Špitálska 5
Tel. (02) 52967598
Mass in English every Sunday at
11:00.
The congregation includes many
members of the international
community. For newcomers a little book
detailing the service is available before
mass begins.
French-speaking Catholic
Community
Kostol Uršulínok - Eglise des
Ursulines
Uršulínska 1
Mass once a month at 11:30.
The French-speaking Catholic
community of Bratislava is a branch of
the Catholic community of Vienna.
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Other Roman Catholic
Communities:
Dóm Sv. Martina - Saint Martin´s
Dome Cathedral
Rudnayovo nám.
Mass every Sunday at 06:45 in
German.
Františkánsky kostol - Franciscan
Church
Františkánske nám.
Mass in Hungarian every Sunday at
09:00.
PROTESTANT SERVICES
Lutherans
Malý kostol – Little Church
Panenská 26-28
Bratislava
Services every Sunday:
- German services: 08:15
- English services: 09:30
- Hungarian services: 11:00
www.evangelical.sk
Baptist
IUVENTA / The International Baptist
Church of Bratislava
Karloveská 64, room number 205
Tel. (02) 65967512
English worship every Sunday at 10:00.
JEWISH SERVICES
Slovak Jewish Federation
UZŽNO
Kozia 21
814 47 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54412167
Contact: Rabbi Baruch Myers
The Synagogue is located in
Heydukova 11-13.
Restaurants
An increasingly international city, Bratislava has a wide variety of restaurants. For those curious on traditional Slovak food, the bryndzové halušky (potato dumplibgs with goat cheese) is recommended a try.
LOCAL RESTAURANTS
Slovenská reštaurácia
Slovak Restaurant
Tel. (02) 54434883
One of the best restaurants for
traditional Slovak cuisine.
Restaurant Slovakia
Hotel Forum
Hodžovo nám. 2
Tel. (02) 59348111
www.forumba.sk
Staroslovenská krèma
Michalská 14 – 16
Tel. (02) 54433747
U Filipa Cafe restaurant
Biela 6
Tel. (02) 54431311
www.ufilipa.sk
WOCH Restaurant
Tel. (02) 54432927
www.woch.sk
Zichy restaurant
Zichyho palác
Ventúrska 9
Tel. (02) 54418557
Prašná Bašta
Zámoènícka 11
Tel. (02) 54434957
www.prasnabasta.sk
Reduta
Medená 3
Tel. (02) 54435242
www.reduta.sk
Archa
Uršulínska 6
Tel. (02) 54430865
Slang Pub
Mobile 090 8798061
www.slangpub.host.sk
Vináreò Vel’kí Františkáni
Tel. (02) 54433073
www.velkifrantiskani.sk
Bakchus Vila
Reštaurácia a vináreò
Pod lipami 1
Tel. (02) 43711474
www.bakchus-vila.sk
Reštaurácia Alžbetka
Mickiewiczova 1
Tel. (02) 52923988
www.alzbetka.sk
AQA Restaurant
Fazul’ová 5
Tel. (02) 52444444
www.aqa.sk
Black Rose Restaurant
Michalská 7
Tel. (02) 54414194
Jazz Cafè
Ventúrska ulica 5
Tel. (02) 54434661
www.jazz-cafe.sk
Café Verne
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54430514
Bagl’s Wine Bar & Restaurant
Nám. SNP 1
Tel. (02) 54410360
www.bagls.sk
Exclusive Restaurants
Le Monde
Ventúrska 1
Tel. (02) 59227518
www.lemonde.sk
Mezzo Mezzo
Rybárska brána 9
Tel. (02) 54434393
www.mezzo.sk
Tempus Fugit
Sedlárska 5
Tel. (02) 54414357
www.tempusfugit.sk
People’s Lounge
Gorkého 1
Tel. (02) 54640777
www.peopleslounge.sk
Paparazzi
Laurinská 1
Tel. (02) 54647971
www.paparazzi.sk
Preego
Žilinská 4
Mobile 090 3246226
www.preego.sk
Traja mušketieri
Sládkovièova 7
Tel. (02) 54430011
www.trajamusketieri.sk
Medusa
Michalská 21
Tel. (02) 54647344
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Malí Františkáni
Nám. SNP 24
Tel. (02) 54131236
SEAFOOD
RESTAURANTS
Palatín
Laurinská 3
Tel. (02) 54433865
Šenkvická viecha
Panenská 35
Tel. (02) 54419024
CARIBIC’S
Žižkova 1/A
Tel. (02) 54418334
www.caribics.sk
Jasmín
Zidovská 7
Tel. (02) 54415182
Apetit Wine & Restaurant
Dunajská 18
Tel. (02) 52636435
www.apetit.sk
AQA Restaurant
Fazul’ová 5
Tel. (02) 52444444
www.aqa.sk
Neolit
Obchodná 21
Mobile 090 2357640
Reštaurácia U vodníka
Lovinského 1
Tel. (02) 54774277
www.uvodnika.sk
Minerva
Michalská 3
Tel. (02) 54431214
U mamièky
Palisády 40
Tel. (02) 54434618
FRIENDS café & restaurant
Vazovova 9
Tel. (02) 55423381
www.friends2002.sk
Steam & Cofee (located at 3
places):
- Vajnorská 98/H
Tel. (02) 44633014
- Miletièova 23
Tel. (02) 55647677
- Mýtna 1
Tel. (02)52626341
Steak House
Steak House
Vajnorská 19
Tel. (02) 44462597
www.steakhouse.s-n.sk
INTERNATIONAL
MENU
Arab
PANORAMA
Borská 6
Tel. (02) 65412295
www.arabic.sk
Austrian
Tirolská izba
Záhradnícka 73
Tel. (02) 55575976
Prešporská kúria
Dunajská 21 – 23
Tel. (02) 52964772
www.bonbonhotels.sk
Leberfinger
Viedenská cesta 257
Tel. (02) 62317590
www.leberfinger.sk
Restaurant Tarpan
Májová 23
Tel. (02) 62241585
www.tarpan23.sk
English
Cafe London
British Council
Panská 17
Tel. (02) 54431074
www.britishcouncil.sk
Èínska reštaurácia Panda
Raèianske mýto 1
Tel. (02) 52444476
Pri Jazere
Tomášikova 27
Tel. (02) 44259033
Tsing Tao
Trnavská cesta 23/a
Tel. (02) 44454267
Czech
Smíchovská perla
Mariánska 11
Tel. (02) 52964493
French
French Restaurant
Hotel Devín
Rieèna 4
Tel. (02) 59985852
www.hoteldevin.sk
Reštaurácia Ludwig
Ventúrska 7
Tel. (02) 54648284
www.ludwig.sk
Greek
Delfín
Ružová dolina 18
Tel. (02) 5341557
Hungarian
Perugia
Hotel Perugia
Zelená ulica è. 5
Tel. (02) 54431818
www.perugia.sk
Chinese
Bambusova Zahrada
Tel. (02) 54432426
Shanghai
Hotel Astra
Prievozská 14/a
Tel. (02) 53415079
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Èárda Kormorán
Tematínska 7/A
Tel. (02) 63828252
www.bonbonhotels.sk
Indian
Krishna
Indická reštaurácia
Bulharská 60
Tel. (02) 43410905
Maharadza
Bartókova 6
Tel. (02) 62801272
www.maharadza.sk
Bakchus Vila
Reštaurácia a vináreò
Pod lipami 1
Tel. (02) 43711474
www.bakchus-vila.sk
Italian
Romeo - Giulietta Ristorante
Italiano
Hotel Danube
Rybné nám. 1
Tel. (02) 59340000
www.hoteldanube.com
Japanese
Tokyo Sushi Bar and Japanese
Restaurant
Panská 27
Tel. (02) 54434982
Jewish
Chez DAVID
Zámocká 13
Tel. (02) 54413824
www.chezdavid.sk
Mexican
Hacienda Mexicana
Sedlárska 6
Tel. (02) 54642101
www.mexicana.sk
Hysteria Pub & Food
Odbojárov 9
Tel. (02) 44454495
www.hysteria-pub.sk
Thai
Mekong Thai Restaurant
Palackého 18
Tel. (02) 54431111
Au Cafè
Tyršovo nábrežie
Tel. (02) 62520355
www.au-cafe.sk
La Dolce Vita
Panská 1
Tel. (02) 54432148
www.ladolcevita.sk
La Trattoria
Ferienèíkova 13
Tel. (02) 52961620
Pizzeria La Mamma
Škultétyho 10
Tel. (02) 44371938
Pizzeria CIAO
Pizza & Pasta
Trnavská 37
Tel. (02) 44373367
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Shopping
The main shopping street in Bratislava is Obchodna ulica. Besides a variety of different types of shops,
there are also several shopping malls open every day between 09:00 and 21:00, some even longer.
Obchodna ulica, literally means ‘Shopping street’ in Slovak. Extensively renovated during the last few years, this area stretches
as far as to the old castle and winds its way across the cobblestone streets of the Old Town. Besides a variety of different types of
small shops, Obchodna offers a wide variety of restaurants and cafes. Traffic consisting mainly of trams and buses can be quite
intense during the day.
Many food, beverage and other types of vendors are located along the old streets and they sell a number of products such as
typical Slovak ceramics and embroidery. For typical Slovak arts and crafts it is highly recommended that one visits one of the
shops in Obchodná street.
SHOPPING MALLS AND DEPARTMENT STORES
Tatracentrum is a centrally located modern shopping facility
located opposite the Presidential Palace, next to Hotel Forum.
Hodžovo nám. 4
Bratislava
www.tatracentrum.sk
Polus City Centre is located in Nové Mesto, near the indoor
swimming pool Pasienky and the Railway station Nové Mesto.
It contains 138 shops, 11 restaurants and 12 cafés in addition to
cinemas and a bowling alley.
Vajnorská 100
831 03 Bratislava
www.poluscitycenter.sk
Aupark is located on the right bank of the river Danube, about a
ten minute walk from the centre. AUPARK is the biggest shopping
and entertainment centre in Slovakia.
Einsteinova 18
851 01 Bratislava
OTHER COMMERCIAL CENTERS
TESCO Hypermarket
British Hypermarket Chain
- TESCO, Panónska cesta 25, Petržalka, Bratislava
Open 24 hours a day, all year
TESCO, city centre
Kamenné nám. 1, Bratislava
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Markets
“Miletièova“ Market
Miletièova ul.
Monday – Friday:
07:00 – 18:00
Saturday:
7:00 – 13:00
Flowers available daily:
07:00 – 19:00
Biggest open-air market in Bratislava. Flowers,
vegetables, fruits, clothes.
Stará tržnica – The Old Market
Nám. SNP 25
Bratislava
Open from 06:00 – 24:00, Flowers, vegetables, fruits,
bakeries, refreshments, fast-food, espresso, news-agency.
Mestská tržnica - City Market
Nám. Fr. Zubku
Saturday: 06:00 – 13:00
Flowers, vegetables, fruits, refreshments, fast-food.
IKEA
Furniture
Ivánska cesta 18
821 04 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 43412412
Open daily: 10:00 – 20:00
www.ikea.sk
NAY ELEKTRODOM
Electric and Household Appliances
Tuhovská 15
830 06 Bratislava
Tel.(02) 44460208 Open daily: 09:00 – 20:00
www.nay.sk
Sport & Leisure
Bratislava has several sporting centres and gyms in addition to a wide range of outdoor activities and
facilities for those who want to take advantage of Slovakia’s beautiful natural scenery.
SPORTING CENTERS AND
GYMS
Golem Club
Aupark Shopping Centre
Einsteinova 18
851 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 63530891
www.golemclub.sk
Fashionable sport club.
Zora Centrum
Vajnorská 98/H
831 04 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 44462404
www.zoracentrum.sk
Only for women and children.
Family Fit Line
Danubia Shopping Centre
Panónska cesta 16
851 04 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 63537665
www.feminafit.sk
Fitness Kramáre
Bárdošova 2
833 21 Bratislava
Tel.(02) 54 79 11 82
www.fitnesskramare.szm.sk
Fitness Zochova
Zochova 6 - 8
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54 43 38 47www.fitnesszochova.
szm.sk
Fitness, aerobic, massage, solarium
Fajn Club
Bratislavská 1/B
84106 Bratislava, Záhorská Bystrica
Tel. (02) 65956961
[email protected]
www.fajn-club.sk
Fitness Centrum
Danube Hotel
Rybné námestie 1
813 38 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59340000
www.hoteldanube.com
General fishing prohibition from March
16 to May 31. Fishing permission must be
given by the Slovak Fishing Association
(Slovenský rybársky zväz):
A.Kmeta 20
010 55 Žilina
Tel. (041) 5073619
[email protected]
www.srzrada.sk
ROLANDO
Sport, regeneration and recondition
center
Na hriadkach 51
841 07 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 64538183
www.rolando.sk
Located at Bratislava district – Devínska
Nová Ves, close to the beautiful Morava river.
SKIING
Fitcentrum Bezinka
Hotel Nivy
Líšèie Nivy 3
821 08 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 55425300
www.bezinka.sk
GOLF
Fitcentrum W.M. - Raèa
Gelnická 34
Bratislava - Raèa
Tel. (02) 44871165
www.fitcentrum.sk
Squash Centrum Pionierska
Legerského 3
831 02 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 44461272
www.squashcentrum.sk
There are several skiing centres and
snow parks available across Slovakia.
For more info, go to:
- www.ski.sk
- www.yeti.sk
- www.parksnow.sk
Golf & Country Club Bratislava –
Bernolakovo
Kaštiel’ska 4
900 27 Bernolákovo
Tel. (02) 54432127
www.golf.sk
The most important Slovak Golf Club,
located just 16 km far from Bratislava,
in the village Bernolákovo.
TRIFAM Club
Grosslingova 36
811 09 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 52962627
www.trifam.sk
Exclusive beauty parlor and relaxation center
located close to the city centre.
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SWIMMING POOLS
TENNIS
CYCLING
OUTDOOR:
Slovak National Tennis Centrum
Príkopova 6
831 03 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 49209888 (reservations)
www.ntc.sk
8 covered tennis courts, 8 badminton
courts, fitness and relax center.
Slovakia offers lovers of cycling many
interesting possibilities. The cycling
tracks are indicated by a standard system
of signs consisting of ‘C’- shaped signs
made in four different colours: red is for
long-distance cycling-roads, blue is for
longer parallel cycling tracks, green is
for cycling circuits and family cycling
tracks, and yellow is for short tracks.
Kúpele Delfín
Ružová dolina 18
821 09 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 53415553
www.starzbratislava
www.swim.sk
Kúpalisko Tehelné pole
Ulica odbojárov 9
831 05 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 44372828
www.starzbratislava
www.swim.sk
Kúpalisko Rosnica
Sch. Trnavského 2/C
841 01 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 69360960
www.starzbratislava
www.swim.sk
Kúpalisko Raèa
Knižková dolina
Bratislava - Raèa
Tel. (02) 44872527
INDOOR:
Plaváreò Pasienky
Junácka 4
831 04 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 49209663
www.swim.sk
Plaváreò Iuventa
Karloveská 64
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 60253651
www.iuventa.sk
Fitness Centrum
Danube Hotel
Rybné námestie 1
813 38 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 59340000
www.hoteldanube.com
Hotel Nivy
Líšèie nivy 3
821 08 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 55410390
[email protected]
Closed: July, August
www.hotelnivy.sk
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Goldex Club
Májová 21
Bratislava – Petržalka
Tel. (02) 62318521 (reservations)
www.goldexclub.sk
10 tennis courts, 5 are indoor in winter.
Bookings are held in the beginning of each
season.
Grand Club
Tenisový klub – Tennis Club
Plachého 1
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 65420422
Tenisová hala – Tennis Hall
Lysáková ul.
Bratislava
Mobile 090 3384141
www.tenis.sk
3 tennis courts.
HORSERIDING
Jazdecký Klub Devín
Devín, Bratislava
Mobile: 0903 415428
[email protected]
www.koniky.sk
Located next to the Devín Castle,
horseriding instructions available in
English.
There are several cycling tracks located
along the banks of the River Danube:
Danube cycle-road (approx. 200 km)
Bratislava–Komarno
Up to Gabcikovo waterworks the route
winds along both banks of the river
Danube and from Gabcikovo the route
continues on the left bank.
I nt e r n at ion a l D a nub e R out e
(approx. 275 km)
This route runs through the capitals of
Austria, Slovakia and Hungary.
Malokarpatská cycle-road (approx.
130 km)
It covers the Malé Karpaty mountain
range running from Bratislava to the
north. The route is a beautiful journey
through small villages with beautiful
views from the peaks of Malé Karpaty
as well as the chance to visit several
castles along the way.
Hotel Kamila
Èierna Voda 611
Bratislava – Chorvátsky Grob
Tel. (02) 45943611
[email protected]
www.kamila.sk
Offers classes all year long, horseriding
instructions available in English.
Jazdecká škola KARPATIA
Pol’ný mlyn 1
843 55 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 64774710
Horseriding school for all levels,
instructions available in English.
LAKES IN AND AROUND BRATISLAVA
Zlaté Piesky is a well-known lake just outside Bratislava. The lake is located on a private resort and opening hours are from 08:00
to 18:00 every day. Paddle boats can be rented and there are tennis courts located nearby.
Swimming is available in a lake of 54 ha, the beach can accomodate 15.000 people. Water-bicycles are for hire, water toboggan,
mini - golf, tennis, table tennis, beach volleyball, street basketball and a children´s play-area are also available. www.intercamp.sk
Kuchajda (see picture below) is a popular natural lake situated not far from the Central Train station Nové Mesto and is close
to the Polus Shopping mall. Stands with cold drinks and fast food are available around the lake.
Draždiak Lake is located oposite the area of Petrzalka and is a popular recreational area. Besides going for a nice walk along the
lake, there is also the possibility of renting a canoe or even go for a swim.
The Èuòovo Lake is located in the town bearing the same name (Èuòovo). It is located approximately four kilometres from
Rusovce and is easily accessible by car, public transport or even by bike (approximately one hour). The area around the lake is
quiet and the water is clear.
Senecké Jazerá is a large lake area located approximately 20 minutes northeast of central Bratislava and is a popular recreational
area. Besides swimming, there are playground facilities for children and the opportunity to rent bikes. Due to its popularity, the
area quickly gets crowded and is quite hectic during nice summer days.
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Useful numbers
Bratislava Cultural and
Information Centre
Nábrežie arm. gen. L. Svobodu 3
815 15 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54416608
Fax (02) 54415348
[email protected]
www.bkis.sk
VETERINARY SERVICES
Slovak Veterinarian Services
Štátna veterinárna správa SR
Botanická 17
842 13 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 60 25 72 12,
60 25 72 16
www.svssr.sk
Bratislava Tourist
Information Point
Infocentrum BKIS
Klobuènícka 2
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54433715
[email protected]
www.bkis.bratislava.sk
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Bratislava Tourist Services
Located in in the centre of the Old
Town District of Bratislava, on the
Main Square (Hlavné námestie), just
100 m from Radisson Hotel.
Tel. (02) 54641794
Fax (02) 54641796
[email protected]
Telephone Information Service on
telephone Numbers in Slovakia: 1181
Tourist Information Agency
Ventúrska 9
Bratislava
Tel. (02) 54 64 12 71
PUBLIC OFFICES
Bratislava City Hall
Mestský úrad Bratislava
Primacialné námestie 1
Bratislava
814 99
Tel. (02) 59356111
Fax (02) 54414392
[email protected]
www.bratislava.sk
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Information on bus departures:– 0972
222222
Information on train departures:
(02) 50587565
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Police, ambulance, fire
112
Metropolitan police
159
www.msp.bratislava.sk
24 hr road rescue
18123/18154
24 hr Utilities emergency call for electricity, gas, water, heating and sewerage
0903 713635 / 090 3428624
TELEPHONE NUMBER ASSISTANCE
Telephone Information Service on
Telephone Numbers Abroad:
12 149
International Calls via Operator:
12 131
Call Centre for Telephone Line
Breakdown
12 129
TAXI
ABC Taxi - (02) 16 100
Euro Taxi – (02) 16 022
Fun Taxi – (02) 16 777
Profi Taxi – (02) 16 222
Trend Taxi – (02) 16 302
Otto Taxi – (02) 16 322
Yellow Taxi – (02) 44 44 11 11
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Utilities numbers
In Slovakia, expenses for utilities such as electricity, water and gas are normally included in the rent.
Consumption is calculated on the average usage of a similiar sized property.
If the utility consumption at the end of each year is more than is calculated
into the rent, an additional bill will have to be paid. Contracts for the various
utilities are set up by the landlord. The standard electrical current in most
properties is 220 Volts AC, 50 HZ.
TELEPHONE
Slovak Telekom is the main telephone company in Slovakia. Standard telephone
lines such as Analogue, ISDN and ADSL are available in most city areas. Rather
than having to set up an entirely new contract, a telephone contract may be
passed on from one tenant to another for an additional charge of 100 SKK.
In cases where there is no telephone line already installed in the property, it
takes approximately 3 weeks from the official request to have the line up and
running. Setting up a new line costs 999 SK in addition to any extra services
chosen. All such fees are included in the first telephone bill, which arrives on a
monthly basis. Bills can be paid by bank transfer, at the post office or online.
There are 2 mobile phone providers in Slovakia: Eurotel and Orange. Both
have customer centres across the city. There are about 20 internet providers
in Slovakia. The most recommended are:
Slovenské telekomunikácie
Slovak telecom
www.telecom.sk
NEXTRA
www.nextra.sk
CHELLO
www.chello.sk
SLOVANET
www.slovanet.sk
SATELLITE TV
Unless the property is already connected to cable TV, UPC Slovensko provides
a satellite tv solution called UPC Direct which gives you access to various
channels such as CNN, BBC, Sky, MTV and Discovery Channel. UPC Direct
costs 724 SKK monthly and the minimum contract duration is three months.
Foreigners are required to pay 12 months in advance. As with telehone bills,
payment can be done by bank transfer, post office or the Internet. In cases where
a customer wishes to cancel the contract, any advanced remaining payment
made will be reimbursed.
Contact details
Electricity
Západoslovenská energetika
Èulenova 6
816 47 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 50611111
Fax (02) 52925314
Customer Care: 0850 111555
Contract office:
Obchodná kancelária
Èulenova 3
816 47 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 50614810-19
www.zse.sk
Gas
Slovak Gas Industry
Zákaznícke centrum – Customers Centre
Vortubova 1
825 17 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 58693491-5
www.spp.sk
Water
Bratislavská vodárenská spoloènos’
Prešovská 48
826 46 Bratislava
Tel. (02) 48253111
Telephone
Slovak Telecom
www.telecom.sk
Customer Care: 0800 123456
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Frequently Asked Questions
HOUSING
1. What can I expect to find in an unfurnished, a semi-furnished or a furnished
property? ........................................................................................................47
2. What sort of flexibility will I have to negotiate rent or furnishings? ........47
3. How many properties will I be shown? ....................................................47
4. How can I secure a property that I choose? .....................................................47
5. What costs are involved to rent a property? .....................................................47
6. What other expenses should I expect to pay? ...................................................47
7. What is the process flow to rent a property? ....................................................47
8. What chance do i have of receiving my full deposit back when
i have the property?.........................................................................................47
9. What responsability do u have as a tenant towards maintenance
of the property ................................................................................................48
10. Can i make any changes to the property?.........................................................48
11. What if i need to break the lease early? ............................................................48
12. What expenses are involved in a purchase of property? ...................................48
UTILITIES & TELEPHONE
13. What utility expenses will i have to pay............................................................48
14. Will i be able to get Satellite Tv?.......................................................................48
15. What documents do i need to install a Telephone Line?....................................48
16. How long do i have to wait for my telephone? ................................................48
17. How will i be billed? ........................................................................................48
18. What about internet connection? .....................................................................48
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Frequently Asked Questions
DRIVING
19. What is like driving to Slovakia?......................................................................49
20. For how long can i drive my own car in Slovakia?............................................49
21. Is my driving licence valid for Slovakia............................................................49
WORK PERMIT
22. What documentation is required for workers coming to Slovakia?...................49
23. Is it necessary for me to be present to apply for documents? ............................49
24. Will i have to be present when my permit is released?......................................49
ABOUT EMC
26. Why should i choose EMC Network?..............................................................50
FOR CORPORATE
27. How we determinate a realistic Housing Budget for the Transferees?................51
28. How we can guarantee that all Transferees will receive the same standard of
service? ...........................................................................................................51
29. How does EMC Network handle Group Moves..............................................51
30. What ongoing support is provided for Transferees and their families? .............51
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Bratislava Resource
Housing FAQ
1. What can I expect to find in an unfurnished, a semi-furnished or a furnished property?
An unfurnished property usually only comes with kitchen cabinets, stove, toilet and a bathtub. A semi-furnished property
will also contain a furnished bedroom. Lastly, a furnished property usually includes everything from the basic furniture to
electrical appliances, depending on what the landlord decides to include in the property.
2. What sort of flexibility will I have to negotiate rent or furnishings?
Flexibility with regards to rent payments and furnishings, ultimately depends on the flexibility of the landlord. For properties
that are considered to be of a higher price-level, negotiations may be possible.
3. How many properties will I be shown?
This depends on the Relocation Package you have; Basic Packages include 8 properties, Standard and Executive Packages
include 15 properties. You will be told at the outset how many properties you will be shown; these will be as close to your
‘Needs Analysis’ description as possible according to what is available on the market at the time.
4. How can I secure a property that I choose?
A property can be secured either by downpayment or by setting up an agreement with the landlord.
5. What costs are involved in renting a property?
Other than the rent, a deposit of usually 2-3 months are required. Real estate commissions of approximately four months
come in addition where the tenant and the landlord both pay 2 months.
6. What other expenses should I expect to pay?
In Slovakia, utility expenses such as electricity, water and gas are sometimes included in the rent. The consumption is calculated
based on the average usage in properties of a similar size. If the utility consumption at the end of each year is more than is
calculated into the rent, an additional bill will have to be paid.
In case the tenant causes any damage to the property, he/she is obliged to inform the landlord and pay for the damage.
7. What is the process flow to rent a property?
After selecting the property through normal channels such as real estate agencies, newspapers and the internet, an agreement regarding
the terms of the contract must be made.
Enterprises Group will negotiate and prepare a legally valid contract for you which must then be signed. Finally, a first month’s
payment in advance together with the deposit must be provided.
8. What chance do I have of receiving my full deposit back when I leave the property?
Provided the property and any furnishings are returned in the state in which they were consigned, EMC Network will be able to negotiate
a full deposit return for you. To this end we insist on taking a thorough Property Inspection and Inventory when the tenant enters the
property. This inventory is taken in the presence of the landlord and the tenant and two copies are to be signed by both parties.
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9. What responsibility do I have as a tenant towards maintenance of the property ?
Unless otherwise state in the contract, the landlord has the complete responsability with regards to maintenance of the property.
It is however, the tenant’s duty to inform the landlord immediately should any changes or repairs be necessary.
10. Can i make any changes to the property?
Yes, provided that the landlord agrees to the work.
11. What if I need to break the lease early?
Standard Slovakian rental contracts usually require between 1-3 month’s notice. In case the tenant must leave the property on a
shorter notice, the deposit may be lost.
12. What expenses are involved in the purchase of a property?
This may depend on the property. However, expenses other than the actual property price are usually VAT (19 %) and real estate
commissions. The commissions are usually between 2-5 % depending on the price of the property.
Utilities & Telephone FAQ
13. What utility expenses will I have to pay?
In Slovakia, utility expenses such as electricity, water and gas are mostly included in the rent. The consumption is calculated based
on the average consumption properties of similar size. If the utility consumption at the end of each year is more than is calculated
into the rent, an additional bill will have to be paid.
14. Will i be able to get Satellite Tv?
Satellite TV and/or cable TV are widely available in the major residential areas of Slovakia’s bigger cities.
15. What documents do i need to install a Telephone Line?
When installing a new telephone line, an application must be filled out. Slovak Telecom also require a copy of the new user’s ID
and the property/rental contract.
Your Relocation Coordinator will assist you with this.
16. How long do i have to wait for my telephone?
From the official request for the telephone line to having a line up and going, it takes approximately 3 weeks.
17. How will i be billed?
Telephone bills will arrive to the house monthly.
18. What about Internet Connection?
Internet connection is widely available in Slovakia and is offered by the Slovak Telecom, various mobile phone providers as well
as smaller providers.
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Driving FAQ
19. Is my license valid in Slovakia?
Yes, foreign driving licences are valid in Slovakia. There is no time limit to how long a foreigner can use his national licence.
20. For how long can I drive my own car in Slovakia?
Slovakia has no restrictions with regards to how long one can drive a foreign registered car. This means that provided that the car
is insured and your driving licence is valid, you can drive your own car for as long as you wish.
21. Can i buy a car?
Yes. There are no limitations for foreigners with regards to buying a car in Slovakia.
WORK PERMIT
22. What documentation is required for workers coming to Slovakia?
Workers from EU countries must register with the local authorities and obtain a stay permit.
Non-EU workers must obtain a work permit and a stay permit.
23. How long it takes to obtain the above documentation?
All together the entire process takes approximately four months.
24. How about my family?
Family members can accompany a worker but are not automatically entitled to work.
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ABOUT EMC
25. Why should I choose EMC Network?
- ISO certified company (ISO 9001:2000).
- Extensive rapidly growing client list.
- Exclusive partner/representative of many Global Relocation Service Providers.
- Exclusive representative of many International Law and Immigration Firms.
- Founded and managed by expatriates with first hand relocation experience.
- Quality control guarantee: Head Office directs all relocations and immigrations in every destination.
- All staff required to attend on-going training sessions and workshops to keep updated as to global mobility needs.
- No language barriers - Assistance provided in all major European languages and many others.
- Corporate consultation with EMC Network’ Representatives at location of choice.
- EMC Network own ‘Resource Guides’ providing a wealth of everyday information for expatlife in destination city.
- Comprehensive FAQs for each country serviced.
- Red Alert List to prepare for the specific challenges of each destination.
- Extra ‘Safety’ section in Resource Guides for countries posing specific security threats.
- 24-hour Emergency Helpline for Transferees throughout the duration of the relocation.
- Complimentary 3-month Helpline.
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Bratislava Resource
For corporate FAQ
26. How can we determine a realistic Housing Budget for Transferees?
EMC Netowork work closely with reputable real estate agencies and can advise you as to a realistic budget for suitable housing
in expat areas. A principle concern is to also allow sufficient in the budget to also cover all property security and surveillance,
which is a necessity rather than an option.
27. How can we guarantee all Transferees will receive the same standard of service? (staff
relocating to main cities versus more rural areas?)
All EMC Netowork staff are selected for their local knowledge and expertise; they are either foreigners who have relocated themselves to
Ethiopia or local Ethiopians who have had experience living abroad or working within the expatriate community in their specific city. All of
them deliver our services according to our ISO standard procedures, guaranteeing the same high level of service delivery in every destination
city. All Local Staff are training using our inhouse ‘Training and Operations Manual’ and are given update trainings regularly.
28. How does EMC Network handle Group Moves?
All relocations are handled by the same system of centralization. When required, we arrange for a member of our office team
to go to the location of a group move to be an in-house Coordinator, working from the Client Company’s premises as a point
of reference for HR, Transferees and their families. In main centres we have several Local Counsellors.
29. What ongoing support is provided for Transferees and their families?
EMC Network aim to equip your workforce to settle into their new environment as soon as possible.
Upon arrival they are presented with a local Information Pack. They are given access to our on-line City Specific Resource Guides
that provide general local information as well as specific local information once a suitable property has been located.
We have a 24-hour Emergency Helpline throughout the duration of the relocation.
We provide a 90-day complimentary phone line that can be extended throughout the duration of the assignment.
Our aim is to teach the Transferee how to live in his new city and to equip him to be as independent as possible.
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EMC Network
Milano
Via T. da Cazzaniga 9/6
20121 Milano, Italy
Roma
Via Camerata Picena no 385
00138 Roma, Italy
Chiasso
Corso San Gottardo 14
6830 Chiasso, Switzerland

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