Quick Overview:
Bratislava, being the capital city of Slovakia, is quickly turning into an excellent destination for tourists and stag weekenders. Boasting just over 450,000 people, Bratislava has all the essentials and perks of a big city. If you are seeking a place to host an exciting stag party that is historic, aesthetically pleasing and has an exhilarating nightlife, Bratislava is worth looking into. Despite being a large city, Bratislava is incredibly unique. If you’re looking for a stag do that is one of a kind and also quite affordable, consider the Slovakian city of Bratislava.

In a Nutshell:
• The largest city in Slovakia, boasting over 450,000 people.
• Bratislava borders Austria and Hungary and sits on the Danube.
• Easily accessible. Just over 60 km from Vienna, making Bratislava less than an hour away by train.
• The most densely populated area in Central Europe. You won’t be bored!
• Extremely cheap, especially if you’re buying beer and food!
• Excellent nightlife due to the dense population.

Drinking Scene:
If you and your Bratislava stag party are interested in a quiet evening, stick with the pubs and taverns located in Old Town. But while there are a ton of excellent pubs in Bratislava, if you want something slightly more exciting try an eventful pub-crawl. That way you can experience them all! If you are into beer (and who isn’t), sample the local brews such as Kelt, Zlaty, or Bazant. If you want something more powerful, try the local spirit known as Borovicka. Be warned, this spirit kicks.

Daytime Activities:
Besides an exciting nightlife, Bratislava also has plenty of things to keep your stag party entertained with during the day. Activities such as bobsledding and swinging bridges, as well as typical activities like paintball and karting. For something a bit more unique, take a trip to Bratislava castle or St. Martin’s Cathedral. Both places have historical significance and are a treat to the eyes. To complete your Bratislava stag do take a brewery tour… Maybe you'll even get some free samples of the local favourites. Whether you like history, partying or relaxing, your stag party will not be at a loss for things to do in Bratislava.

Weather:
The climate of Bratislava varies widely depending on the time of year. Expect the winters to be bitterly cold and icy and the summers to be hot and humid. If you’re booking your Bratislava stag weekend in winter, make sure to bring a warm jacket and a pair of skates. If your stag party arrives in the summer, bring your swim trunks and leave the jacket behind.

Currency:
The currency of Bratislava is the Koruna. The exchange rate is about a pound to 60 SKK. Converting money is not a problem and can be done in virtually any hotel, restaurant or at ATM locations. It’s recommended that you stick with banks to ensure you get the best exchange rate.

Transport:
Bratislava’s city is dense so you probably won’t want to drive through the traffic. If you want to get where the action is take your stag do and catch a bus to the city centre and walk from there. Taxis are abundant in the city but the prices can vary a lot. Just be sure that you are not charged exorbitant rates.