Fodor's Expert Review Michalská brána

The last gate standing from Bratislava's original 13th century city walls, Michael's Gate was rebuilt in the Baroque style in 1758; that's when the onion dome was added. Look up to the top of the tower to see the dome, as well as a statue of the archangel Michael slaying a dragon; or look down to see a bronze plate showing the distances to different world capitals. Also of note is the remarkably skinny house on the northwest side of the gate, now a fast food joint. For a small fee, you can climb the tower for views over the city; your ticket also includes entry to the small Museum of Arms within the gate, as well as the nearby Pharmacy Museum, a fascinating exhibition on 16th century medicine.