Slovakia Travel Safety Guide

Tap water is safe to drink. Food hygiene standards are broadly in line with the rest of central Europe.

Public transport is the easiest way around Bratislava and other cities. For taxis, use an app booked or clearly marked licensed car rather than a random street approach late at night.

Traffic rules are mostly familiar and pedestrian crossings are generally respected better than in southern Europe, but watch for trams and fast turning cars in cities.

Currency is euro (EUR). Cards and contactless payments work widely, so you usually only need a small cash backup.

Tipping is modest. Rounding up or leaving around 5 to 10 percent is normal if service was good.

Plug types are C and E, standard voltage is 230V. Bratislava is a simple short break city, while mountain areas need more weather planning than the capital.