Bratislava Highlights Tour: Castle & Old Town

Durationapprox. 1.5 to 2 hours, extendable on request

Group sizeup to 25 people

LanguagesEnglish, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Meeting pointHviezdoslav Square, St. Michael's Gate or cruise berth

In about 1.5 to 2 hours, this tour shows you the best of Bratislava: from the castle along the coronation route of the Hungarian kings to St Michael's Gate. Stories along the way turn the old town into more than pretty facades.

Highlights

Bratislava Castle with Danube views

Coronation route of the Hungarian kings

St Martin's Cathedral, the coronation church

St Michael's Gate, the last town gate

The route

Bratislava Castle

the tour begins high above the city, with views over the Danube and the old town.

Coronation markers in the pavement

tracing the route the Hungarian kings once took to be crowned.

St Martin's Cathedral

the coronation church where kings and queens were once crowned.

Primate's Palace

the story behind its famous Hall of Mirrors, seen from outside.

Old Town Hall and Main Square

the historic heart of the old town.

St Michael's Gate

the only surviving town gate, and the end of the tour.

Included

Certified local guide

Tour in the language of your choice

Individual route and timing

Contact person around the clock

Not included

Entrance fees and tickets

Food, drinks and tastings

Travel allowance outside the guide's home town (min. €30)

Tour guide system (€3.75 per person)

Who this tour suits

Ideal for first-time visitors who want a solid overview of Bratislava's history and old town in a short time. Also works very well as a day trip from Vienna.

Meeting point

Hviezdoslav Square, St. Michael's Gate or cruise berth

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

We're coming on a day trip from Vienna, is there enough time for this tour?

Yes, this is the classic combination. The hydrofoil or train gets you to Bratislava in about an hour, and after the tour you'll still have time for coffee, lunch or exploring on your own before heading back.

Is the walk up to the castle strenuous?

The path up to the castle goes uphill through lanes and some steps, but is manageable at a normal walking pace. We adjust the pace to the group and are happy to build in breaks.

Do we get to go inside St Martin's Cathedral?

A short visit inside is usually part of the tour, as long as no service or event is taking place. Otherwise we view it from outside, and your guide explains its role as the coronation church.

from

200 €

group rate, not per person