Bojnice castle and Čičmany

Discover the story of Bojnice Castle and the traditional charm of Čičmany village. Walk through the fairytale halls of Bojnice Castle, known for its romantic towers and royal legends, then explore the painted wooden cottages of Čičmany, a living museum of Slovak folk art. Together, they create the perfect day trip from Bratislava – full of history, culture, and unforgettable scenery.

Experience a fairytale day trip from Bratislava

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

08.30 am

11–12 hours

National and cultural heritage
Medieval castle
Folk architecture reserve

149 € / 139 € / 129 € / per person
2 / 3 / 4+ persons

Note: 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“ 

08.30

Departing from Bratislava

10.30

Čičmany – traditional folk village architecture reserve tour & exploration

11.00

A visit of the folk houses- guided interpretation

11.45

Optional local food tasting in Čičmany at the local restaurant

13.30

Arrival to Bojnice castle: guided castle tour & exploration

14.00

Bojnice castle tour

18.30

Arrival to Bratislava town center