Bratislava Day Trip & Danube Cruise

Discover the beauty of Bratislava on this full-day tour. Explore the city's historic center accompanied by an expert English-speaking guide and return to Vienna by boat, enjoying views as you cruise down the Danube.

Day Trip + Cruise Details

Early in the morning, we'll pick you up from your hotel and head to Bratislava by bus. After an hour's drive, we'll have a 2.5-hour guided tour of the city's historic center. The first stop will be the 18th-century Plague Column, followed by a stroll through the pedestrian area to the National Theater. We'll walk along the promenade, passing small cafés.

During the day trip, you'll see sights such as Michael's Gate, the City Hall, and the Maximilian Fountain. The guided tour ends at St. Martin's Cathedral, the site of Hungarian kings' coronations. After exploring Bratislava, you'll have 6 hours of free time to stroll, eat, or shop in the city.

In the afternoon, you'll board the "Twin City Liner" catamaran at Razus Embankment for a return trip to Vienna with views from the Danube. After a 1.5-hour voyage, you'll disembark in Schwedenplatz to conclude the tour, totaling 8 to 11.5 hours.

Classic Car Ride

If you choose this option, you'll enjoy a 1-hour classic car tour to Bratislava Castle, available after the guided tour at 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, or 4 pm.

Return to Vienna by Boat

It's important to arrive on time at the Bratislava pier on Rázusovo Nábrežie Street for the boat trip back to Vienna. Departure times of the boats vary, and the tour guide will provide the exact departure time on the day of the tour.

Pickup Info

This tour includes pickup from different hotels in Vienna. When booking, a drop-down menu will show available pickup locations. If your accommodation is not listed, or you're booking less than 24 hours in advance, please select the ‘Wiener Staatsoper- State Opera’ option.