Bratislava City Pass Comparison 2026
Compare verified prices, confirmed inclusions, and booking rules for the official Bratislava CARD versus individual tickets.
| Feature | Bratislava CARD | Individual Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | €27 (24-hour, adult, without public transport) | Varies per site |
| Validity | 24, 48, or 72 hours, with or without public transport | Per ticket |
| Bratislava Castle (SNM Museum of History) | Included | €14 |
| Old Town Hall (City History Museum) | Included | €8 |
| Devín Castle | Included | €8 (summer) / €6 (winter) |
| St. Martin's Cathedral (Treasury, crypt & gallery) | Included | €5 (general nave entry is always free) |
| UFO Observation Deck | 20% off | €12.50 |
| Public Transport | Included on the "with transport" version only | Pay per ride or day ticket |
| Format | Physical card or Digital CARD app | Varies by seller |
| 💡 Best For | Covers free entry to Bratislava Castle, Old Town Hall, Devín Castle, and St. Martin's Cathedral's Treasury/crypt/gallery, plus 20% off the UFO Observation Deck and, on the "with transport" version, unlimited city and regional public transport — strong value for a one-to-three-day visit covering three or more of these sights. | Worth considering for a short visit focused on just one or two paid sights, or if you only want St. Martin's Cathedral's always-free nave and a walk around the Old Town, where a card may not pay for itself. |
| Check price on Bratislava CARD ✓ Verified 2026-10-01 | Varies per site · Individual Tickets |
Bratislava CARD
€27 (24-hour, adult, without public transport)
💡 Covers free entry to Bratislava Castle, Old Town Hall, Devín Castle, and St. Martin's Cathedral's Treasury/crypt/gallery, plus 20% off the UFO Observation Deck and, on the "with transport" version, unlimited city and regional public transport — strong value for a one-to-three-day visit covering three or more of these sights.
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- Validity
- 24, 48, or 72 hours, with or without public transport
- Bratislava Castle (SNM Museum of History)
- Included
- Old Town Hall (City History Museum)
- Included
- Devín Castle
- Included
- St. Martin's Cathedral (Treasury, crypt & gallery)
- Included
- UFO Observation Deck
- 20% off
- Public Transport
- Included on the "with transport" version only
- Format
- Physical card or Digital CARD app
✓ Verified 2026-10-01
Individual Tickets
Varies per site
💡 Worth considering for a short visit focused on just one or two paid sights, or if you only want St. Martin's Cathedral's always-free nave and a walk around the Old Town, where a card may not pay for itself.
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- Validity
- Per ticket
- Bratislava Castle (SNM Museum of History)
- €14
- Old Town Hall (City History Museum)
- €8
- Devín Castle
- €8 (summer) / €6 (winter)
- St. Martin's Cathedral (Treasury, crypt & gallery)
- €5 (general nave entry is always free)
- UFO Observation Deck
- €12.50
- Public Transport
- Pay per ride or day ticket
- Format
- Varies by seller
Data sources & verificationChecked against 6 official and provider sources. Every fact listed here was verified on or after 2026-10-01.
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Pricing Analysis & Important Details
01. The Bratislava CARD comes in two formats — pick based on whether you need transport
The "without transport" version starts at €27 for 24 hours and covers only attraction admission, while the "with transport" version starts at €30 for 24 hours and adds unlimited travel on Bratislava's trams, trolleybuses, and buses (zones 100/101), plus Bratislava Region buses and trains, including the airport and Devín Castle. Both are also sold in 48h and 72h tiers, and the card cannot be exchanged afterward for a different format or validity period.
02. Four of five tracked attractions are completely free with the card — the UFO is a discount, not free
Confirmed directly on the Bratislava CARD's own discount pages: Bratislava Castle, Old Town Hall, Devín Castle, and St. Martin's Cathedral's paid Treasury/crypt/gallery ticket are all a 100% discount (free, one-time entry per card). The UFO Observation Deck is the exception — the card gives 20% off its €12.50 adult ticket, bringing it to €10.00, never full free entry.
03. St. Martin's Cathedral is a mixed case — the nave is free, only the Treasury/crypt/gallery is ticketed
Like a number of European cathedrals, general entry to St. Martin's Cathedral's nave costs nothing and needs no pass at any time. A separate €5 combined ticket for the Treasury, crypts, and church gallery is what the Bratislava CARD actually discounts to free — there's no card benefit to claim if you only want to see the nave.
04. Devín Castle is genuinely a city attraction, not a separate day-trip product
Although it sits about 10km from the historic centre, Devín is an administrative borough of Bratislava itself (not a different town), and the castle is reached on the ordinary city bus network (route 29) rather than a special excursion service — the Bratislava CARD's own public-transport inclusion covers getting there on the "with transport" version.
05. Devín Castle's free entry has three confirmed 2026 blackout dates
Devín Castle's own site confirms the Bratislava CARD's free entry does not apply during scheduled concerts/events on three specific 2026 dates (June 6, August 1, September 5) — check the calendar before counting on free entry on those days specifically.
Which Option Fits Your Visit?
A Castles-and-Museums Day (or More)
The Bratislava CARD covers free entry to Bratislava Castle, Old Town Hall, Devín Castle, and St. Martin's Cathedral's Treasury — strong value if you're visiting three or more of these in a day or two.
You Want Transport Bundled In
Choose the "with transport" version for unlimited trams, trolleybuses, and buses across the city and region, including the ride out to Devín Castle and the airport.
A Free Old Town Walking Day
Skip any pass if you only want St. Martin's Cathedral's nave and a stroll through the Old Town — both cost nothing, and a card wouldn't earn back its price.
Just the UFO Observation Deck
Buy the UFO ticket directly unless you're already getting the card for other sights — its only card benefit is a 20% discount, not free entry.
Detailed Attraction Guides
Verified prices, booking rules, and Bratislava CARD compatibility for Bratislava's most-visited sites.
Bratislava Castle Guide
Ticket pricing for the SNM Museum of History, free grounds access, and confirmed Bratislava CARD inclusion.
Old Town Hall Guide
Museum, Apponyi Palace, and tower ticket pricing, plus confirmed Bratislava CARD inclusion.
Devín Castle Guide
Seasonal ticket pricing, how to get there by city bus, and confirmed Bratislava CARD inclusion.
St. Martin's Cathedral Guide
Confirmed free nave entry, Treasury/crypt/gallery ticket pricing, and Bratislava CARD inclusion.
UFO Observation Deck Guide
Time-of-day ticket pricing on Most SNP bridge, and the Bratislava CARD's 20% discount.
Things to do in Bratislava
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the UFO Observation Deck included free with the Bratislava CARD?
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