Old Town, Bratislava

Name: Old Town
Address: Bratislava, Slovakia

#87 among attractions in Bratislava

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The Old Town of Bratislava is the historic center and one of the boroughs of Bratislava, in the Bratislava Region of Slovakia. It is coextensive with the smallest Slovak administrative district by area, Bratislava I. It contains the small, but preserved medieval city center, Bratislava Castle and other important landmarks. Bratislava's Old Town is known for its many churches, the Bratislava Riverfront and cultural institutions, it is also the location of most of the foreign states embassies and important Slovak institutions including the National Council of the Slovak Republic; the Summer Archbishop's Palace, seat of the Government of Slovakia; and Grassalkovich Palace, seat of the President of Slovakia. ()

Local name: Bratislava – mestská časť Staré Mesto Area: 3.7 mi²Coordinates: 48°8'36"N, 17°6'27"E

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Old Town – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St Martin's Cathedral, House of the Good Shepherd, Old Town Hall, Michael's Gate.

~770 ftSW
Gothic-style Catholic cathedral
St Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava
4 min walk • St Martin's Cathedral stands as a historic beacon in the heart of Bratislava, the capital city of Slovakia. This Gothic church, which dates back to the 15th century, is not only an architectural marvel but also a significant emblem of the country's storied past.
~910 ftSW
Museum, Pub
House of the Good Shepherd, Bratislava
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bratislava, the capital city of Slovakia, lies a historical gem known as the House of the Good Shepherd. This charming Rococo-style building, dating back to the 18th century, is now a museum dedicated to showcasing the city's rich clock-making...
~410 ftNE
Local-history museum in an old town hall
Old Town Hall, Bratislava
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bratislava's historical center, the Old Town Hall is a venerable emblem of the city's rich past. This architectural tapestry, with its origins dating back to the 14th century, stands as one of the oldest stone buildings in Bratislava and serves...
~700 ftNW
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Michael's Gate, Bratislava
4 min walk • Michael's Gate is a historic landmark and museum nestled in the heart of Bratislava, Slovakia. This well-preserved medieval tower is the only city gate that has survived from the original fortifications that once encircled the city.
~650 ftE
Forts and castles, Baroque architecture
Apponyi Palace, Bratislava
4 min walk • Apponyi Palace, nestled in the heart of Bratislava's historic city center, is a testament to the city's rich aristocratic past. This elegant Rococo-style building, dating back to the 18th century, was originally the residence of the prominent Apponyi family.
~170 ftE
Fountain
Roland Fountain, Bratislava
1 min walk • The Roland Fountain, also known as Maximilian's Fountain, is an iconic landmark situated in the heart of Bratislava's Old Town, Slovakia. Dating back to the 16th century, it is the oldest fountain in the city, built around 1572 as part of the city's medieval...
~340 ftNE
Compact museum of pharmacy history
Bratislava City Museum, Bratislava
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bratislava's charming Old Town, the Bratislava City Museum stands as a testament to the rich history and culture of Slovakia's capital city. Established in 1868, it is the oldest museum in continuous operation in Slovakia, and it occupies a...
~910 ftNE
Theater
Astorka Korzo '90 Theatre, Bratislava
5 min walk • Astorka Korzo '90 Theatre is a notable cultural landmark nestled in the heart of Bratislava, Slovakia's vibrant capital. Established in 1991 by a group of actors who left the Slovak National Theatre, this avant-garde venue quickly became a hub for contemporary drama...
~620 ftN
Historic church with an ornate interior
Franciscan Church, Bratislava
4 min walk • The Franciscan Church is one of the oldest and most significant sacred monuments in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Located in the heart of the city, right next to the main square – Hlavne Namestie, it is an integral part of the historic landscape.
~600 ftS
Square
Hviezdoslavovo námestie, Bratislava
3 min walk • Hviezdoslavovo námestie is a town square in Bratislava. It is located in the Old Town, between the New Bridge and the Slovak National Theater. The square is named after Pavol Országh Hviezdoslav. This square has existed in the Kingdom of Hungary for 1000 years.
~590 ftE
Elegant 18th-century palace and music hall
Primate's Palace, Bratislava
3 min walk • The Primate's Palace is a neoclassical palace in the Old Town of Bratislava the capital of Slovakia. It was built from 1778 to 1781 for Archbishop József Batthyány, after the design of architect Melchior Hefele.

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Which popular attractions are close to Old Town?

Nearby attractions include Roland Fountain, Bratislava (1 min walk), Hlavné námestie, Bratislava (1 min walk), Miestodržiteľský palác, Bratislava (2 min walk), Bratislava City Museum, Bratislava (2 min walk).

How to get to Old Town by public transport?

The nearest stations to Old Town:

Tram

Kapucínska • Lines: 9 (5 min walk)
Jesenského • Lines: 1, 4 (6 min walk)

Bus

Zochova • Lines: 131, 147, 184, 31, 39, 80, 83, 84, 93, 94, N31, N34, N80, N93, N95 (6 min walk)
Most SNP • Lines: 129, 191, 29, 30, 37, 50, 70, 88, 901, 91, 917, N136, N33, N36, N468 (7 min walk)

Trolleybus

Hodžovo nám. • Lines: 42, 44, 47, N44, N47, N72 (9 min walk)
Zámocká • Lines: 44, 47, N47 (11 min walk)

Train

Bratislava main station (28 min walk)