Primacial Palace
Museum Gallery
4.5 (3064 reviews)
Elegant 1781-era palace containing tapestries & statues, currently a music hall & mayor's office.
Primaciálne námestie 2, 811 01 Bratislava-Staré Mesto, Slovakia
+421 904 099 004
Did You Know?
Treaty of Pressburg
The Peace of Pressburg (now Bratislava) was signed in the Primacial Palace's magnificent Mirror Hall in 1805, ending the War of the Third Coalition and significantly altering the map of Europe under Napoleon Bonaparte.
Former Residence
The Primacial Palace was originally built as the winter residence for the Archbishop of Esztergom, the primate of Hungary, showcasing the high ecclesiastical status of the city during the Habsburg monarchy.
Rare English Art
The palace is home to a unique set of six 17th-century English tapestries from the Royal Tapestry Workshop in Mortlake. They depict the tragic love story of Hero and Leander, a rare find as such English tapestries are uncommon outside the UK.
On the Rooftop
A 150 kg iron replica of the Hungarian crown (St. Stephen's Crown) sits atop the palace's roof, a golden symbol of Bratislava's historical role as a coronation city for Hungarian monarchs.
Highlights from Reviews
• affordable entry
The palace offers a very reasonable ticket price, with discounts for seniors, making it accessible to many.
• elegant architecture
The building boasts beautiful neoclassical design, an elegant pink-and-white façade, and impressive interiors, making it very photogenic.
• informative audio guide
A free audio guide is included with admission, available in multiple languages, and provides interesting historical context.
• historical significance
The palace is rich in history, known for significant events like the signing of the Treaty of Pressburg and featuring historical artifacts and tapestries.
• central location
Centrally located in the Old Town, it's an easy and convenient stop, with a peaceful courtyard offering a break from busy streets.
