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Shopping
Bratislava's Old Town is a shopper's paradise,
featuring independent shops that offer locally
made, artisanal products, from handmade
jewellery to custom clothing. For a more
contemporary shopping experience, head to
Eurovea, a spacious mall along the Danube
River. This modern complex boasts over 150
stores, a newly built cinema and a light and
airy atmosphere spread across three levels.
Gastronomy
Slovakian food blends a mixture of influences
from Central Europe with its own twist. It is
renowned for being wholesome and delicious,
with cheese and dumplings taking center
stage in most meals. The national dish is
bryndzové halušky, a beloved meal of potato
dumplings with sheep's cheese that is often
topped with sour cream and crispy bacon.
If you find you still have room for more, sip
a local beer. With Slovakia's brewing scene
gaining traction, you will find plenty of local
pubs offering craft beers alongside traditional
fare. Make your way to the Sladovňa, or
House of Beer, a medieval pub in the heart of
the Old Town to sample some of the city's
best creations
Clockwise, from top left: Bratislava Castle;
Roland Fountain; Michael's Gate in the Old
Town; traditional Slovakian potato dumplings
Krems
Vienna
Budapest
GERMANY
AUSTRIA
HUNGARY
Passau
DANUBE
Prague
CZECH REPUBLIC
DANUBE
Linz
Salzburg
Munich
Bratislava
SLOVAKIA
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VOYAGE
GETTING THERE: Consider our 8-day
Danube Waltz voyage itinerary, from
Budapest to Passau or in reverse.
