Bojnice castle & Čičmany folk village

Experience a magical day trip to Bojnice Castle and the painted folk village of Čičmany. Walk through the fairytale halls and romantic towers full of noble legends and elegant interiors. Then explore Čičmany, Slovakia’s most iconic folk village, famous for its uniquely decorated wooden houses and rich traditional culture. This living open-air museum lets you uncover authentic Slovak folklore, traditions, and stories while enjoying charming streets and scenic surroundings. Together, these two enchanting destinations create a journey filled with stories, lovely architecture, and cultural heritage.

Experience a fairytale day trip from Bratislava

Discover the romantic charm of Bojnice Castle and the timeless beauty of Čičmany folk village

Bojnice Castle – Where fairytales come to life

Bojnice Castle – Where fairytales come to life

Step into a real-life fairytale at Bojnice Castle, one of Slovakia’s most romantic and most visited landmarks. With its elegant towers, dreamy courtyards, and enchanting park, Bojnice Castle looks like it was taken straight out of a storybook. Explore the rich history hidden within its golden halls, admire its priceless art collections, and hear the legends that have inspired generations. The castle’s mysterious caves, romantic lake views, and vibrant festivals make every visit unforgettable. Whether you’re a lover of history, architecture, or simply magical places, Bojnice Castle will steal your heart.

Tour nameStartDurationTypePrice

Bojnice castle & Čičmany folk architecture reserve

08.15 am

9–10 hours

National and cultural heritage tour

169 € / 149 € / 139 € / per person
2 / 3 / 4+ persons

Note: Bojnice castle & Čičmany folk houses entrance included in the tour price

FOLK ARCHITECTURE MONUMENT RESERVE

Lovely "Čičmany"<BR>A traditional folk village

Lovely "Čičmany"
A traditional folk village

Čičmany hidden deep in the mountains is the beautiful example of how the ordinary people lived in the old days. Wooden houses painted with typical local ornaments, nowadays inscribed in the intangible cultural heritage of Slovakia. As the village is very isolated, the culture and traditions are still well-preserved.

Time:Trip schedule:

A day trip from Bratislava: „Bojnice castle & Čičmany“ 

08.15

Departing from Bratislava

10.15

Arrival to Čičmany – traditional folk village architecture reserve

10.15 – 12.00

A visit of the folk houses – site exploration, interpretation & visit of traditional houses expositions
Optional traditional food tasting in Čičmany at the local restaurant

12.45

Arrival to Bojnice

13.15 – 14.45

Bojnice castle tour: guided castle tour & exploration

14.45 – 16.00

Free time in castle area or optional lunch at Bojnice

18.15

Arrival to Bratislava town center