Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Slovakia  /  Bratislava Region  /  Bratislava  /  Bratislava Old Town

Bratislava Old Town, Bratislava

4.4
#1 of 1,084 in Things to do in Slovakia
Must see · Neighborhood · Other
The heart of the city's cultural, political, and social life, the narrow streets and squares of Bratislava Old Town feature many historical landmarks, such as a medieval castle and the city's largest cathedral. Walk the promenade along the riverbank and see palaces housing foreign embassies as well as national institutions, including the government building. Nicknamed a "large village" by the locals due to its familiar atmosphere, this area is home to many shops, pubs, bars, and restaurants where you can taste traditional mulled wine or honey liquor. Look out for bizarre bronze statues, such as a man peeping from a manhole. St. Michael's gate and tower offer a nice view from a balcony. Planning Bratislava trip won't be overwheling when you use's Insprock itinerary maker.
Create an itinerary including Bratislava Old Town
© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors

Tours to Bratislava Old Town

FROM $32 BOOK WITH VIATOR 2 Hour Sightseeing Tour of Bratislava
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Tours from $32 »
FROM $206 BOOK WITH VIATOR The Nearly All tour of Bratislava
5.0
Duration: 6 hours
Tours from $206 »
FROM $80 BOOK WITH VIATOR Bratislava Craft Beer Tour
5.0
Duration: 3 hours
Tours from $80 »

Bratislava Old Town reviews

Rate this attraction
TripAdvisor traveler rating
TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.5
8,957 reviews
TripAdvisor
  • By WeakKneeTraveler
    The old town was nice and really enjoyable to walk around during winter when there was lesser crowded. Its pretty but not the prettiest town in Europe. A day trip from Vienna will be sufficient.  more »
  • By Xhara71
    The old town is small, but well kept, clean and tidy with just the right number of tourist shops ie not every other building! Some interesting buildings to see within and nice places to eat.  more »
See more on TripAdvisor »

Plan your trip to Bratislava

  • Get a personalized trip
    A complete day by day itinerary
    based on your preferences
  • Customize it
    Refine your trip. We'll find the
    best routes and schedules
  • Book it
    Choose from the best hotels
    and activities. Up to 50% off
  • Manage it
    Everything in one place.
    Everyone on the same page.

Popular things to do in Bratislava

Devin Castle ©
History Museum
Devin Castle
4.5
Duration: 3 hours
Bratislava Castle ©
Castle
Bratislava Castle
3.8
Duration: 2 hours
Blue Church of St. Elizabeth ©
Religious Site
Blue Church of St. Elizabeth
4.4
Duration: 30 minutes
Cumil ©
Monument
Cumil
3.9
Duration: 30 minutes

Historic Sites in Bratislava

Michalska Brana ©
Historic Site
Michalska Brana
4.1
Duration: 1h 30 min
St. Martin's Cathedral (Dom svateho Martina) ©
Religious Site
St. Martin's Cathedral (Dom svateho Martina)
4.3
Duration: 30 minutes
Old Town Hall ©
Historic Site
Old Town Hall
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Kostol a kláštor sv. Alžbety ©
Church
Kostol a kláštor sv. Alžbety
4.2
Duration: 1h 30 min

Hidden gems in Bratislava

Primates' Palace (Primacialny palac) ©
Historic Site
Primates' Palace (Primacialny palac)
4.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Grassalkovich Palota
Landmark
Grassalkovich Palota
3.4
Duration: 30 minutes
Napoleon’s Army Soldier Statue ©
Monument
Napoleon’s Army Soldier Statue
3.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Hviezdoslavovo Namestie ©
Landmark
Hviezdoslavovo Namestie
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min

Museums in Bratislava

Danubiana Meulensteen Art Museum
Art Museum
Danubiana Meulensteen Art Museum
4.7
Duration: 1h 30 min
Nedbalka Gallery ©
Art Museum
Nedbalka Gallery
4.7
Duration: 1 hour
SNM prírodovedné múzeum ©
History Museum
SNM prírodovedné múzeum
4.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Bratislava City Museum (Muzeum Mesta Bratislavy) ©
History Museum
Bratislava City Museum (Muzeum Mesta Bratislavy)
4.2
Duration: 1h 30 min

Side trips from Bratislava

Vino Fiala ©
Winery / Vineyard
Vino Fiala
Modra
5.0
Duration: 3 hours
Trenciansky Hrad ©
Historic Site
Trenciansky Hrad
Trencin
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min
Cerveny Kamen Castle ©
Castle
Cerveny Kamen Castle
Cerveny Kamen
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Wedding Palace
Historic Walking Area
Wedding Palace
Bytca
5.0
Duration: 4 hours

Nearby attractions in Bratislava

Be Free Tours - Bratislava Free City Walking Tour ©
Nightlife
Be Free Tours - Bratislava Free City Walking Tour
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
UFO Observation Deck ©
Observation Deck
UFO Observation Deck
4.1
Duration: 30 minutes
Free Walking Tours- Discover Bratislava ©
Historical Tour
Free Walking Tours- Discover Bratislava
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
Slavin War Memorial ©
Landmark
Slavin War Memorial
4.4
Duration: 2 hours

Featured attractions

VRBA - Virtual Reality Gin&Tonic Bar ©
Nightlife
VRBA - Virtual Reality Gin&Tonic Bar
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
Authentic Slovakia ©
Cultural Tour
Authentic Slovakia
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
Bratislava Old Town ©
Neighborhood
Bratislava Old Town
4.4
Duration: 1 hour
Hlavne Namestie ©
Landmark
Hlavne Namestie
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min

Don't Miss a Thing. See & Do More.

Trips to Bratislava Old Town by other users

18 days in Europe BY A USER FROM INDIA Prague · Cesky Krumlov · Salzburg 30 days in Europe BY A USER FROM UNITED KINGDOM Manchester · London · Paris 6 days in Vienna, Bratislava & Budapest BY A USER FROM UNITED KINGDOM Vienna · Bratislava · Budapest 59 days in Slovakia, Prague & Berlin BY A USER FROM THE NETHERLANDS Bratislava · Terchova · Liptovsky Mikulas 60 days in Europe BY A USER FROM LEBANON Amsterdam · Lille · Nice 18 days in Europe BY A USER FROM BRAZIL Nuremberg · Prague · Brno