Visitors to the capital of Slovakia will certainly be interested in seeing local retail outlets such as the flea markets in Bratislava. Walking along flea rows and rummaging in a heap of old things, everyone will have a chance to find the very “pearl” that their unique collections lacked so much.
Flea market at Devin Castle
His visit (the market unfolds monthly, but it is advisable to check the exact schedule in advance) will not disappoint travelers who are looking for antiques and vintage items: here you can get medals, badges, coins, porcelain, maps, rare books, paintings, pieces of furniture, jewelry and others. antiques.
It is worth noting that those who have paid for the ticket are offered to inspect the castle itself, where festivals and all kinds of interesting events are regularly held. In addition, if you wish, you can visit the restored part of the fortress (here are exhibited artifacts that “tell” about the life of the Devin castle), as well as climb the highest tower to admire the Danube from above.
Flea market near Slovnaft Arena
On the flea rows that unfold on Sundays, you will be able to buy antique cast-iron irons, jugs and other utensils, cassette recorders, the first Nokia models, watches, books, including the 1845 Bible (can be purchased for 20 euros).
Other Markets
Tourists who come to the capital of Slovakia should take a closer look at several other flea markets in the city - Trnavske Myto and Centralne Trhovisko (there is a lively trade on weekends). They are in demand among collectors and anyone looking for original gifts. Here you can become the owner of vintage dresses and jewelry, wooden jugs, ceramics (they are distinguished by the traditional yellow-blue hand-painted), carved wooden figurines, embroidered tablecloths, national costumes, and leather goods.
Shopping in Bratislava
Quite good areas for buying souvenirs are the Main and the Slovak Uprising Square. For the purchase of Slovak glass, it is best to go to the Rona store, and you can make good purchases in the Aupark shopping center (manufacturers hold promotions, as a result of which goods are sold at reduced prices).
If you are interested in the possibility of purchasing inexpensive branded clothing, then you should take a closer look at the shops on Obchodna Street.
It is recommended to take away Modranian ceramics from Bratislava (if you decide to buy a souvenir in Modra, then take an excursion to the factory where master classes are held), beer brands Gemer, Topvar or Zlaty Bazant, household items made in the national style (wooden scoops, jugs, painted axes), baskets, chests, chairs and other pieces of furniture woven from willow rods.
