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Primates' Palace (Primacialny palac), Bratislava

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Historic Site Tourist Spot
Once the residence of an archbishop and the site of the treaty that would dissolve the Holy Roman Empire, Primates' Palace (Primacialny palac) today serves as the office of the mayor. Visit the palace, finished in 1781 and now open to the public, and admire its ornate facade featuring a wealth of neoclassical architectural designs. Make your way to the main attraction, the lavishly decorated Hall of Mirrors, which witnessed the signing of the 1805 Peace of Pressburg. Don't miss seeing the inner courtyard, complete with a statue of St. George, and the 17th-century English tapestries, which have survived in their original state for centuries. Take a look at our Bratislava family vacation planner to schedule your visit to Primates' Palace (Primacialny palac) and learn about what else to see and do during your holiday.
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TripAdvisor
  • This is a lovely building in the heart of the old town, hard to miss when strolling the streets. There are sometimes special events staged outside by the city council.  more »
  • Primate's palace - everyone will recommend the famous mirror hall (famous because the peace treaty between Austria and France was signed here) For me however, the tapestries were the magnet. These are...  more »
  • This was the Archbishops palace in winter and used from the 18th century and it is one of the more interesting and attractive buildings in the Old Town and apparently has been the place of a number of...  more »
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  • The palace is famous for Peace of Pressburg which was signed there.
  • Tucked away museum with excellent paintings.
  • A must see during the walk in the hisorical city centre. You can also have a tour inside the palace, which is now a seat of local government. See also old City Hall with towe richt next to the palace.
  • really beautiful!
  • Easy to break in. See the news :)
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