Top 10 to See Before and After the Hockey Match
If you’re planning a trip to Slovakia’s capital, definitely don’t miss the top sites and places of interest that make Bratislava remarkable. Stroll the streets of the city from the historic Old Town Hall to the modern UFO Bridge. No visit to Bratislava would be complete without taking in all these attractions. Some of them have free admission while others charge a small entrance fee and accept discount passes. But the best suggestion is to purchase the Bratislava CARD. It not only lets you travel around Bratislava for free, but the card gives you many other benefits and discounts as well.
1.BRATISLAVA CASTLE
The former seat of the rulers, today the symbol of Bratislava and the seat of the Museum of History. There is a wonderful view of the city and the neighbouring countries from its 47-metre-high crown tower in which royal coronation jewels used to be deposited.
Entrance = 10 €
*discount with Bratislava CARD 20%
2.ST. MARTIN’S CATHEDRAL
A three-nave Gothic church from the 15th century and the former coronation church. A gilded replica of the coronation crown fixed on the top of the cathedral tower at a height of 85 metres and weighing 150 kg reminds of this glorious age.
3.OLD TOWN HALL
The former seat of the city self-government is since 1868 the seat of the Bratislava City Museum, the oldest museum in Slovakia. After climbing up the narrow stairs leading to its 45-metre-high tower you will be rewarded with a beautiful panoramic view of the Old Town.
Entrance = 5€
*discount with Bratislava CARD 100%
4.PRIMATE’S PALACE
A Classicist palace built in the 18th century in which the Peace of Pressburg was signed after Napoleon’s victory at the Battle of Austerlitz between the representatives of the French and Austrian emperors. The Palace houses a gallery depositing a unique collection of six English tapestries from the 17th century and also serves as the seat of the Mayor of Bratislava.
Entrance to Bratislava City Gallery 3 €
*20% discount with Bratislava Card City & Region
5.MICHAEL’S GATE
The only preserved gate of the city fortification system dates back to the 14th century. The upper terrace of its 51-metre-high tower provides an enchanting view of the Bratislava Castle and the Old Town. The tower houses the Museum of Arms.
Entrance = 4, 50€
*discount with Bratislava CARD 100%
6.GRASSALKOVICH PALACE
A Rococo summer palace from the 18th century used to be known for its rich social life and a famous composer Joseph Haydn also performed here. Since 1996 it serves as the seat of the President of the Slovak Republic.
7.BLUE CHURCH
The St. Elizabeth’s church built in the Art Nouveau style at the beginning of the 20th century is remarkable for the blue colour of its façade made with attention to detail with often use of mosaic. It is a popular place for weddings and baptisms.
8.SLAVÍN
The largest war memorial in Central Europe is thanks to its height of 52 metres one of the dominating features of the city skyline. It is the burial ground of 6845 soldiers of the Soviet army who died during the liberation of Bratislava in World War II.
9. SYNAGOGUE
The synagogue was constructed in 1923 – 1926 in the Cubist style according to the plans of the architect Artur Szalatnai-Slatinský. The permanent exhibition of the Jewish Community Museum is installed upstairs and is open to the public during the summer season.
10.UFO
A unique observation deck on the pylons of the SNP Bridge at a height of 95 metres with amazing views of the city and visibility of up to 100 km. It offers the most beautiful sunset combined with a culinary experience.
Entrance = 7,40€
*discount Bratislava CARD 25%
UFO EXPERIENCE
Come and enjoy an adrenaline rise at Skywalk before the match, have your adrenaline work continue during the match and get back to celebrate your team’s victory at our bar. It’s all about feelings!
BONUS: TOURS
During the tour you will learn lots of interesting things about the city’s past and present and can admire the stunning architecture of palaces, burgher’s houses and church buildings.
- Bratislava – Pressburg – Pozsony – exploring the historical centre of Bratislava
- Coronation Bratislava
- Myths, legends and mysteries of old Bratislava
- Famous people and Bratislava
- Bratislava during the reign of Maria Theresa
- Bratislava’s fountains
- The Sacral Bratislava
- Jewish Bratislava
- Bratislava – a town of music
- Bratislava Route – a walking tour and bus tour
- Little Carpathians Route
MORE TIPS
A castle ruin built on a high rock towering above the confluence of the Danube and Morava rivers is one of the most important historical and archaeological localities in Central Europe. Moreover, it offers enchanting natural scenery with unrepeatable views.
Entrance = IV – X 5,00 € XI – III 2,00 €
*discount with Bratislava CARD 100%
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A famous local eccentric who lived here in the first half of the 20th century was thanks to his elegance and kind-heartedness an integral part of the hue of the Bratislava promenade and its cafes.
Bronzová postava muža vykúkajúceho z kanála je nepochybne najfotografovanejšou sochou v meste.
Napoleonic soldier (Napoleónec)
A bronze statue of a Napoleonic soldier commemorates the siege of Bratislava by Napo – leon in 1805 and 1809.
This unique design was installed in the Pálffy Palace (GMB) to evoke an illusion of an endless space made from books. It has been praised by many world experts and a number of visualisations and photo – graphs have been published in major fine arts journals throughout the world.
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