The City Gallery of Bratislava consists of 2 historic buildings- Mirbachov palac and the Palffyho palac. Initiated by the donation from sculptor Viktor Tilgner in 1883, City Gallery’s first foundation were laid by his exclusive art works which gave way to the establishment of the current museum in 1961.

Today, the museum showcase Bratislava’s rich cultural, heritage and art works which are second to none- having around 33,000 art pieces including old paintings, sculptures, fine art from the 20th and 21st century and also some rare pieces which date back to the 18th century.

Highlights include:

• The oldest art work is the statue of Vajnory Madonna dating back to the year 1320
• The Madonna and Child (1475-1500)
• Country with trees (1913 – 1914)

The buildings themselves are a historic icon and if you love architecture and design more, a walk through the buildings will feel surreal.

• Adults: Euros 3.50
• Children, students, senior citizens, Disabled persons, ISIC, EURO 26 and ITIC holders: Euros 2 for 
• Group of school students: Euro 1
• Students of art schools: Euros 1
• Family tickets (2 adults + 1 and more children from 6 to 18 years): Euros 6
• Concerts: Euros 3
• ICOM and AICA members, Employees of the SNG and other Slovak galleries, Art-Historical Society members, Holders of GMB honorary tickets, Press, Holders of tourist guides cards (also without a group), Students of secondary art schools and art academies, (VSVU, VSMU, Faculty of Education – art students, Faculty of Philosophy – students of art history, aesthetics and cult urology with ID): Free
• Refer official website for special events' ticket prices.

Mirbachov palac

• Monday: Closed
• Tuesday - Sunday: 11.00 am - 06.00 pm

Palffyho palac

• Monday: Closed
• Tuesday - Sunday: 11.00 am – 06.00 pm

• By Bus: At Zochova
• By Light Rail: At Kapucinska

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