Devín Castle, Bratislava: Tickets, Seasons & How to Get There
1.5 - 2.5 h including the ride there and back
Great Moravian Castle Ruin
Settled since prehistoric times; a major Great Moravian stronghold built here in the 9th century
Muránska 1050/10, 841 10 Devín, Bratislava, Slovakia
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Practical Visitor Info & Tips
€8.00
€6.00 (Adult, winter: November-March) / €4.00 (Reduced, summer) / €3.00 (Reduced, winter)
Seasonal: Apr-May & Sep 10:00-18:00; Jun-Aug 10:00-19:00; Oct & Mar 10:00-17:00; Nov-Feb 10:00-16:00. Closed Mondays year-round. Last admission 45 minutes before closing.
No advance booking required for individual visitors; last admission 45 minutes before closing. Free entry (including via the Bratislava CARD) does not apply on three specific 2026 special-event dates (June 6, August 1, September 5).
A Great Moravian-era castle ruin (9th-century stronghold, settled since prehistoric times) at the confluence of the Danube and Morava rivers, within Bratislava's own Devín borough — about 10km / a roughly 20-25 minute city bus ride (route 29 from under the Most SNP bridge) from the historic centre, reached on the standard public-transport network rather than a separate inter-city trip. The permanent exhibition at the Upper Castle runs April-October only; the grounds are open year-round on the hours above.
| Option | Price | Booking | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult, summer (Apr-Oct) | €8 | On-site | |
| Adult, winter (Nov-Mar) | €6 | On-site | |
| Reduced, summer | €4 | On-site, valid ID required | |
| With Bratislava CARD | Included | One-time entry per card; 3 blackout dates in 2026 |
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€8.00
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See pass compatibility below ↓Overview & History
Devín Castle is a dramatic ruined fortress on a rocky promontory where the Morava river meets the Danube, marking Slovakia's border with Austria. Although it sits about 10km from Bratislava's historic centre, Devín is itself an administrative borough of Bratislava — not a separate town — and the castle is reached on the ordinary city bus network rather than a special excursion. Its 9th-century Great Moravian stronghold makes it one of the region's most significant early-medieval sites, with sweeping river views from the Upper Castle.
What to See: Top Highlights
The River Confluence
Devín's clifftop position overlooks the meeting of the Danube and Morava rivers, with Austria visible across the water.
The Upper Castle Ruins
Great Moravian-era fortifications and a permanent exhibition, open April-October, occupy the highest point of the promontory.
A Genuine City Attraction
Reached by the city's own route 29 bus from under the Most SNP bridge in about 20-25 minutes — no inter-city travel required.
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Is Devín Castle Included on the Bratislava CARD?
Compare Bratislava PassesYes — free, one-time entry is confirmed on the Bratislava CARD's own discount page, a 100% discount off the standard adult ticket. It is not valid on three specific 2026 special-event dates (June 6, August 1, September 5). The "with transport" version of the card also covers the city bus ride out to the castle.
Bratislava CARD
Included. Confirmed 100% discount (free, one-time entry per card) on the Bratislava CARD's own discount page. Not valid during three specific 2026 special-event/concert dates (June 6, August 1, September 5).
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