Location: Bojnice
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What to do and see in Bojnice, Slovakia: The Best Places and Tips
Bojnice (Hungarian: Bajmóc, German: Weinitz) is a historical town in central Slovakia at the upper Nitra river, near the city of Prievidza. It has population of 4,983 (2005). Bojnice is best known for its tourist attractions: the oldest zoo in Slovakia, the most visited castle, and one of the oldest spa towns in Slovakia. The town is situated below the Bojnice Castle, which is built on travertine rock with a natural cave. The castle has appeared in many international films and a well-known international festival of spectres takes place there every year.
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1. SNM - Bojnice Castle Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 389 reviews
Reviewed By eilonglen - Ashkelon, Israel
As a result of less-than-diligent research, we confused Bojnice, near Trencin, with Bojnicky,, near Nitra, resulting in a 200km. back-tracking! However, the decision was worth every extra kilometer, as this fairy-tale castle was without any doubt the highlight among the many and varied Castles we have visited throughout our travels in Europe...
Hidden from view en route to unassuming Bojnice village, until arrival at the entry gates, one's first impression is that Mr. Disney had been very active in this tiny corner of Slovakia, as the imposing medieval structure, topped with its multiple azure towers, is simply too attractive to be authentic. Set in extensive manicured Gardens, complete with duck-ponds and statuary, the castle begs for closer scrutiny. We were lucky that our small visitor group was English-enabled, so were spared the default Slovak language guided tour, as our pleasant and knowledgeable young guide was happy to conduct her explanation in the common tongue.
The original 14th century fortress was reincarnated in the 19th century into its present Renaissance design, following the prevalent French concept of impressive, but at the same time, attractive styling. Today Bojnice is one of the most popular and much-visited Castles in all of Europe, with its world-class museum exhibits.
Every one of the many apartments was fully furnished in the appropriate and authentic period artifacts, and the whole hour-long tour was breathtakingly fascinating. The castle has been beautifully restored to its original condition, taking into account the various alterations and additions by its succession of noble occupants.
A steep staired descent to the 26 meter-deep underground grotto well, supplying the complete water requirements to the structure, is a reminder that this technology was not a modern development exclusive to the current century.
The 700-year-old Linden tree, still thriving on the adjacent lawn, is a natural miracle to behold, on the way to the adjoining small zoological garden, reputed to be one of the best in Eastern Europe. Refreshment facilities and souvenir stalls are also operational during the tourist season.
Bojnice Castle is truly a man-made wonder, not to be missed.
2. Bojnice Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
Reviewed By Boris B - Belgrade, Serbia
It is quite interesting zoo, although some animals are listed but were not present when we came. However, there are some rare species like red pandas, Berber lions, Persian leopards. The part with Aquariums, amphibians, insects and reptiles is amazing. Monkey house is also superb with gibbons, orangutans and lemurs.
The entire area is beautiful and animal spaces are very friendly.
I am giving 5 stars due to fantastic parts, although more realistic will be 4 or 4+. Anyway, worth visiting and I would recommend it.
3. Piarist Church of The Holy Trinity
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Holy Trinity Church, also known as Piarist Church is one of three historic churches in Prievidza. The construction began in 1666. It was finished under the leadership of the religious builder P. Hangha in 1740-1753. The whole church is marked by the baroque style. The dominant feature of the church is the main altar with marble pillared architecture as the central image of the Assumption.
Reviewed By Štefo R
Je to výnimočný objekt plný histórie.Kto navštívil Prievidzu a nebol v interiéri tohto Skvostu architektúry,by to mal pri svojej ďalšej návšteve napraviť...
4. Museum of prehistory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By ViktorNovakSK - Bratislava, Slovakia
Actually this exhibition is more interesting at the evening with torches. It is a little story about a cave where "people" lived. This is non-profit project and fully depends on visitors and small tickets cost. Volunteers do a great job there and I glad that visited this exhibition and shared my respect to them.
5. Segway tour - Bojnice on wheels
Overall Ratings
5 based on 8 reviews
Renting the segway AirWheel S3 at the square of one of the most beautiful places in Slovakia. Segway AirWheel S3 parameters: 35 to 55 km Maximum speed up to 15km / h Load capacity 110kg Segway rental is available to customers over 15 years of age, each day from 10:00 to 21:00 according to the current weather. Open from June to September. In other months the order option.
Reviewed By DanielMisk - Copenhagen, Denmark
Kind and highly service minded staff who will provide you a helpful segway tutorial and answer all your questions.
We drove our segways around Bojnice Castle and we also did a trip in Bojnice Zoo where even animals wondered what we were driving on :)
Everyone learns to drive it fast and easily. It is great way to let off your steam.
6. Church of St. Martin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Shane R - Leicester, United Kingdom
This is a beautiful town church. Its in the center of Bojnice town, a few mins walk to Bojnice Castle and Zoo. There are also lots of restaurants near the church. Do visit and read its history when there, there is also a chapel just outside the church which has an interesting history.
7. Bojnice Spa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By NNN_1986 - Bratislava, Bratislava, Slovakia
This is a Thermal Spa area. With 3 separate thermal water pools.
During the summer - you can have a nice walk, see few ponds - the newest one on the hill behind building 'Banik'. there is a small restaurant right in the middle of the pond as well.
During winter, I recommend you to visit pools in building called Lysec. it is a very nice outdoor pool with warm thermal water. There are two inside pools as well. You can visit sauna area as well. Pool is charming when it is cold outside :).
Tip: it is a quite long walk from the parking lot to Lysec, therefore I recommend you to call a taxi. Only few Taxi companies are allowed to entry the spa area and drive you right to Lysec. I guess that one of them is Radio Taxi +421 46 16 111
8. Mysterium Bojnice
Overall Ratings
5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Hanka47 - Wiener Neustadt, Austria
Nice little escape room in the heart of Bojnice. Went there with 4 other people that have never been to an escape room before and they enjoyed it as much as I did. Difficulty pretty appropriate - challenging but doable within 60 minutes.
No special language abilities needed to escape, so it's suitable for players from all countries. Also quite cheap for an escape room.
Very atmospheric, which is a nice touch, plus a friendly gamemaster; overall a very pleasant experience.
9. Chapel of St. Michael the Archangel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
10. Thermal Swimming Pool Cajka
Overall Ratings
3 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By NNN_1986 - Bratislava, Bratislava, Slovakia
Cajka ( sea-cob) is outdoor thermal swimming pool in Bojnice. It has one large swimming pool and couple of small pools for kids. There is also one small waterslide for kids. You can spend nice hot summer day here :)
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