Night in the national museum
As always, the National Museum Day is celebrated as it should be, SNM has prepared an intensive program!
The Night of Museums and Galleries is a celebration of museology and shows what otherwise remains hidden. Eight museums of the Slovak National Museum will therefore open their doors to all curious and enthusiasts on Saturday, May 23. See what the Natural History Museum, the Historical Museum at Bratislava Castle, the Archaeological Museum, the Music Museum and the cluster of museums on charming Žižkova Street have prepared – the Museum of Hungarian Culture in Slovakia, the Museum of Culture of Carpathian Germans in Slovakia, the Museum of Jewish Culture and the Museum of Croatian Culture in Slovakia.
SNM – Natural History Museum
Why visit: nature, dinosaurs, fossils, and interactive science experiences in the heart of Bratislava.
- Permanent exhibitions: The Miracle of Nature (life on Earth, biodiversity, humans, minerals)
- Treasures of the Earth – mineral collection from Slovakia and around the world
- Fossils and prehistoric life exhibitions
- Anthropology exhibition with human skeletons and mummies (guided access)
- Interactive museum detective game exploring natural science methods
- Mushroom exhibition and live nature demonstrations
- Workshops and hands-on activities for children and adults
Best for: families, science lovers, and visitors interested in natural history and interactive learning.
SNM – Historical Museum (Bratislava Castle)
Why visit: iconic castle setting combined with European history and major cultural exhibitions.
- Bratislava Castle and its baroque interiors
- Marie Antoinette exhibition – fashion and court life of 18th-century Europe
- Celts from Bratislava – archaeological discoveries and ancient history
- NE/SPÚTANÍ 89 – life before 1989 and the Velvet Revolution
- Overview of Slovak history exhibition
- Evening guided tours of the castle and exhibitions
- Archaeological and historical collections of Slovakia
Best for: first-time visitors, history enthusiasts, and those looking for iconic Bratislava experiences.
SNM – Archaeological Museum
Why visit: ancient civilizations, Roman heritage, Celtic culture, and hands-on historical experiences.
- Roman legionaries and ancient military history (Longinus exhibition)
- Ancient Greece and mythology (Greek Miracle exhibition)
- Celtic and Germanic jewellery and artifacts
- Medieval castles, knights, and historical life
- Coin minting workshops and archaeological hands-on activities
- Sword fighting demonstrations and family-friendly performances
- Bronze Age lifestyle and archaeological discoveries
Best for: visitors interested in ancient history, archaeology, and interactive cultural experiences.
Top recommendations for international visitors
- Bratislava Castle with Marie Antoinette exhibition
- Roman and Celtic archaeology exhibitions
- Fossils, minerals, and natural science interactive displays
- Live medieval demonstrations and workshops
- Archaeological hands-on activities (coins, crafts, experiments)
- Evening tours of historic sites and castle interiors
Program subject to change, thank you for your understanding.
