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Bratislava Castle is the main castle of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. The massive rectangular building with four corner towers stands on an isolated rocky hill of the Little Carpathians directly above the Danube river in the middle of Bratislava.
attractions: Michael's Gate, Čumil, Most SNP (UFO Tower), St. Martin's Cathedral, Hviezdoslavovo námestie, Hviezdoslavovo námestie, Baroque garden, Primacial Palace, Presidential Palace, SNM-Natural History Museum, restaurants: Bratislava Flagship, Urban House, UFO, The Dubliner Irish Pub, Gatto Matto Panská, Meštiansky pivovar, Koliba Kamzík Zelená, Mačkafé, 17’s BAR, Radisson Blu Carlton Hotel, Bratislava
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Bratislava Castle is the main castle of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. The massive rectangular building with four corner towers stands on an isolated rocky hill of the Little Carpathians directly above the Danube river in the middle of Bratislava.
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Bratislava Castle is a striking landmark that dominates the skyline of Slovakia’s capital, offering both historical significance and breathtaking views. Perched atop a hill overlooking the Danube River, the castle’s distinct rectangular shape and four corner towers make it instantly recognizable. The castle’s history dates back to the 9th century, and over the centuries, it has undergone various transformations, from a royal residence to a military fortress, and even a ruin after a fire in the 19th century. Today, the beautifully restored castle houses the Slovak National Museum, featuring exhibitions on Slovak history, archaeology, and art. Visitors can explore the castle’s grand interiors, walk through the halls where Hungarian kings were crowned, and enjoy the museum’s rich collection of artifacts. One of the highlights is the Crown Tower, where you can climb to the top for panoramic views of Bratislava, the Danube River, and even neighboring Austria and Hungary on a clear day. The castle grounds are also worth exploring, with beautifully maintained gardens and pathways offering a peaceful setting. Whether you’re interested in history, culture, or just want to soak in the views, Bratislava Castle is a must-see attraction that captures the essence of Slovakia’s heritage.
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Amazing, a pride of the city. Beautiful to watch from a distance, beautiful immediate surroundings with great views and also much to see inside. To go inside a ticket is required (tip: Get the Bratislava card for free entry to this and several other places as well as free public transport). This includes a free guided tour which I think you can lookup beforehand when it is given. I was lucky to arrive just on time for one occasion. I was blown away from seeing the castle lit up on the late evening of my arrival to the city, through walking up to and around on the castle grounds all the way to entering the inner castle yard the next day. It felt very small compared to the castle's outer perimeter but the walls were massively thick and this allowed for the huge museum on the inside. There are several different types of exhibitions: historical artefacts of all kinds (coins, weapons, kitchen items, clothing, jewelery and more) all the way from the paleolithic era and forward, history of the castle, Renaissance style paintings, Christian paintings and altars, world war and Soviet era items as well as modern art to name some. You can also access the recent archeological site under the castle.
AdamAdam
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All I can say is wow! The Bratislava Castle is a stunning historical landmark that offers amazing views of the city and the Danube River. The castle has a long history from all the way back to the 9th century to the present day, and houses a museum that showcases the treasures and artifacts of Bratislava and the entirety of Slovakia. The castle grounds are also beautiful, complete with a garden and a fountain. It is entirely worth visiting if you’re in Bratislava as it’s pretty much the signature landmark, and it’s only about a 15-minute walk from the Old Town to the castle entrance. You can, of course, take a Bolt to the castle if you don’t feel like walking up the hill, but the walk is nice and provides great views of the river and surrounding city. It was not very crowded when we went at midday on a weekday in winter, so perhaps time your visit around then to get great pictures with no one else around! Beautiful place and beautiful city!
MichaelMichael
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Not your usual castle, but the history of it explains why. The museum was great, lots of exhibitions telling the various parts of Slovak history and the castle’s. The ticket office wasn’t easy to spot, it’s on the right next to the horse statue before you go into the castle building, says tickets above the door. I paid for the Bratislava card online which gave me free entry (along with many places). To go into the castle go to the door straight ahead on the other side of the courtyard (again, not glaringly obvious, a few people were confused) There’s a free cloakroom that is manned. The basement was eerie but fascinating. I chicken out going all the way up the tower, the stairs were fairly steep. The views were amazing though, you can easily see the bordering countries from up there. Getting to the castle is quite hilly, cobbles and steps, I assume going through the back of the site it’s more accessible
Stacey GlossopStacey Glossop
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Nearby Attractions Of Bratislava Castle
Michael's Gate
Čumil
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Hviezdoslavovo námestie
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