Bratislava Castle
8 expert reviews
“It's a shame the castle was under renovations that day (all covered in scaffolding). I did grab this nice HDR shot of the entry gate as we made our way up to the top.”
– Afar Magazine
"This squat, square castle, high above the Old Town, is worth the climb to the top, if only for the fabulous view of the space-age bridge, the Most SNP (New Bridge), in the distance." Full review
Top choice
"Magnificently rebuilt in Renaissance style, Bratislava Castle looks as though it has been transplanted from a children's picture book." Full review
2 Stars
"It houses the Historical Museum and the Moravany Venus, a mammoth ivory figurine sculpted 25,000 years ago, as well as the Music Museum. " Full review
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There isn't much in the world that's more beautiful than a castle, over some water, with a radiant sunset.Get all the elements going at once in Bratislava." Full review
"This castle was first built in the 10th century, and saw it's own experiences of different rulers, different country names, war, peace, decay, and restorations." Full review
"This statue sits outside Bratislava Castle in the gardens. Alžbeta Durínska (St. Elizabeth) was a member of the royal family in the 13th century, but was canonized when she took a vow of poverty." Full review
"The centerpiece of old Bratislava and the city's most dominant sight, the castle overlooks the Danube River from its hilltop position. Rebuilt and burned several times in its 1000-plus..." Full review