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This part of Bratislava is steeped in the spirit of the past. Allocate a few hours for a walk around the Old Town. Stroll through the narrow medieval streets, admire the tiled roofs of the houses, take atmospheric photos, listen to the sounds of the city, and see the main historical landmarks of Bratislava.
Michael's Gate opens up the Old Town. These are the only gates in Bratislava that have survived since the Middle Ages. Just imagine, they are over 700 years old! The tower and gates have been rebuilt several times, and only in the 18th century did a statue of St. Michael and a dragon appear at the top. After that reconstruction, the gates became what we see today.
The height of the guard tower is over 50 meters. Currently, the tower houses a collection of weapons from the City Museum.
Entrance fee:
Opening hours: Tuesday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00, Saturday – Sunday: 11:00 – 18:00, Monday: closed.
The exhibition at the City History Museum is not particularly thrilling, but the observation deck on the tower is excellent. Be sure to go up to the sixth floor. From there, you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Old Town, the castle, and the surrounding areas.
Entrance fee: Museum: €5, Observation deck only: €2.5
Address: Radničná 577/1
Opening hours: Tuesday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00, Saturday – Sunday: 11:00 – 18:00
To see the oldest fountain in Bratislava, you don't have to go far. It's located right in the main square of the city. In the center of the Renaissance-style fountain is a statue of the Hungarian King Maximilian II from the Habsburg dynasty.
Of course, you must include Bratislava Castle in your travel plan – the main castle of the capital and one of Slovakia's most famous landmarks. The massive rectangular building with corner towers stands in the very center of the city, on a high bluff, and impresses with its monumentality. The locals lovingly call their castle an "upside-down table" or "chest of drawers".
Entrance to the castle grounds is free. Walk around the castle from all sides, admire the views of the Danube and the Old Town. From here, the entire capital is like in the palm of your hand! The ground around the castle is covered with white pebbles, and the photos taken here are simply excellent.
Inside the castle itself is the Slovak National Museum, which showcases weapons from past eras, household items, and furniture.
Entrance fee: Museum: €7
Address: Zámocká 811 01 Bratislava-Staré Mesto. The castle is open from 09:00 to 17:00 every day except Monday. The grounds are open until 00:00.
Website: http://www.snm.sk
St. Martin's Cathedral is the largest Gothic church, the construction of which began in the 13th century. It was here that almost all the kings of the Austro-Hungarian Empire were crowned between 1563 and 1830. At the top of the spire, as tall as a 30-story building, sits a golden pillow with a replica of the Hungarian royal crown.
St. Martin's Cathedral is an active Catholic church and is not always open to tourists. But if you get the chance to enter, do so.
Address: Rudnayovo námestie 1
Cathedral visiting hours:
Website: http://dom.fara.sk
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This building is considered the most striking example of the Rococo style in Bratislava's architecture. In the second half of the 18th century, this house was built for a well-known local merchant.
The house got its name from the sculpture adorning the entrance.
The locals call this building the "iron house" because of its characteristic shape. This design was chosen to optimally use the narrow plot of land allocated for construction. Today, this mansion is considered the narrowest in Europe, with only one room per floor.
Currently, the building houses an exhibition of historical clocks, made at different times in the workshops of Bratislava craftsmen. The collection includes pieces from the 17th to the early 20th century. The museum is on the way to the castle, opposite St. Martin's Cathedral.
Entrance fee: €3
Address: Židovská 1, 811 01 Bratislava-Hrad, Slovakia
Opening hours: Tuesday - Friday: 10:00 - 17:00, Saturday - Sunday: 11:00 - 18:00
Another place worth your attention is the 18th-century Grassalkovich Palace, which is the residence of the President of Slovakia. Although you can't enter the palace itself, you can see the ceremonial changing of the honor guard behind the wrought-iron gates, which is quite impressive. If you have the chance, come here around 15:00.
Behind the presidential palace is a charming park with whimsical sculptures and well-tended flower beds. In the square in front of the palace, there is a symbolic fountain of peace.
Address: Hodžovo námestie 2978/1
This Catholic church is popularly known as the Blue Church or Blue Chapel due to its delicate sky-blue color. Not only the walls but also the roof of the church is covered with glazed blue tiles. Inside, the church is also decorated in blue tones.
At first glance, the building appears new, although the church was completed in 1913. The architect behind this iconic Bratislava project is Hungarian architect Ödön Lechner. On Saturdays, the church often hosts weddings, so it’s better to visit on another day to avoid disturbing someone's celebration.
Address: Alžbety, Bezručova 2
Located 8 kilometers from Bratislava on a steep cliff, the ruins of the ancient Devín Castle are another iconic landmark. The surviving towers of the castle are impressive in their grandeur, and the cliff offers a breathtaking view of the confluence of the Danube and Morava rivers. The rivers differ greatly in color, making for a truly captivating sight.
Devín is undoubtedly a place of power. It is living history, frozen in stone.
The first defensive structures on the site of the fortress appeared during the Roman Empire. By the 9th century, a castle had risen above the Morava River. The fortress played a significant defensive role until the 18th century. Its walls and towers stood firm even after Napoleon's army attempted to blow up the citadel in 1809.
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