Hrad v Banskej Bystrici, Banská Bystrica

Name: Hrad v Banskej Bystrici
Address: Lazovná 9, Banská Bystrica, Slovakia

#12 among attractions in Banská Bystrica

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City Castle in Banská Bystrica, characteristic dominant and symbol of the historical core of Banská Bystrica with a typical silhouette of a pair of onion towers, situated up in the square. It is a national cultural monument.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°44'15"N, 19°8'37"E

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Lazovná 9Banská Bystrica Slovakia

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Hrad v Banskej Bystrici – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Aqualand B. Bystrica - Plážové kúpalisko, Národný Atletický Štadión, SNP Square, St Francis Xavier Cathedral.

0.7 miW
48°44'8"N • 19°7'40"E
Aqualand B. Bystrica - Plážové kúpalisko, Banská Bystrica
19 min walk • Watersports, Water park, Swimming
0.6 miSW
Sport complex, Football, Sport venue
Národný Atletický Štadión, Banská Bystrica
16 min walk • The Národný Atletický Štadión, nestled in the picturesque city of Banská Bystrica, Slovakia, is a beacon for sports enthusiasts and a symbol of athletic excellence. This modern sports venue, primarily dedicated to the discipline of athletics, is an epicenter for...
~740 ftSE
Square
SNP Square, Banská Bystrica
4 min walk • SNP Square, nestled in the heart of Banská Bystrica, Slovakia, is a central hub of historical significance and vibrant community life. This square, named after the Slovak National Uprising (Slovenské národné povstanie), is a poignant reminder of the city's...
~950 ftSE
Church
St Francis Xavier Cathedral, Banská Bystrica
5 min walk • The Francis Xavier Cathedral, Banská Bystrica is a cathedral at Slovak National Uprising Square in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia. There was a first mention of a gothic chapel at this spot in the so-called Königsberger's testament from 1503.
0.9 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Urpín, Banská Bystrica
24 min walk • Urpín is a mountain in the city of Banská Bystrica, Slovakia. It is situated on the left bank of the Hron river, above the old town. Despite its low elevation of 510 m AMSL, Urpín dominates the cityscape due to its proximity to the city center.
~1690 ftSE
48°44'6"N • 19°8'59"E
Múzeum SNP, Banská Bystrica
9 min walk • History museum, Museum, Art gallery
~1730 ftS
Universities and schools
Faculty of Political Science and International Relations, Banská Bystrica
9 min walk • The Faculty of Political Science and International Relations at Matej Bel University, is the international relations and public policy school of Matej Bel University.
~1630 ftS
Universities and schools
Matej Bel University, Banská Bystrica
8 min walk • Matej Bel University, is a public research university in the central Slovak town of Banská Bystrica. The university was established in 1992. It bears the name of Matthias Bel, a Hungarian-Slovak Lutheran scholar of the 18th century.
0.6 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
Banská Bystrica Ice Stadium, Banská Bystrica
15 min walk • Zimný štadión Banská Bystrica is an indoor ice hockey arena in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia. The arena, opened in 1956, seats 3,000 people, and is home to HC 05 Banska Bystrica.

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Which popular attractions are close to Hrad v Banskej Bystrici?

Nearby attractions include SNP Square, Banská Bystrica (4 min walk), St Francis Xavier Cathedral, Banská Bystrica (5 min walk), Matej Bel University, Banská Bystrica (8 min walk), Múzeum SNP, Banská Bystrica (9 min walk).

How to get to Hrad v Banskej Bystrici by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hrad v Banskej Bystrici:

Train

Banská Bystrica mesto (11 min walk)
Banská Bystrica (23 min walk)

Bus

Banská Bystrica (19 min walk)
7 • Lines: K811, K815 (19 min walk)