Rudavsky’s Magic Garden

History

The garden was created in the 1960s by Andrej and Mária Rudavský, two of the most prominent figures in Slovak visual art of their generation. Despite the displeasure of the communist regime, the garden grew quietly and became a meeting place for legends of Slovak art, including members of the Galanda Group, as well as actors, directors, writers and musicians.

Today the garden continues to evolve through the work of their son Ondrej Rudavský, a world-renowned multimedia artist, and his wife Jacqueline, whose original jewellery is displayed in a newly expanded second-generation gallery at the rear of the garden.

What to expect

The garden is an open-air gallery unlike any other in Central Europe. Sculptures, objects and paintings are set among mature trees and plants, responding to the natural character of the space. Permanent exhibitions of works by Andrej, Mária, Ondrej and Jacqueline Rudavský are spread throughout the garden and can be explored freely during your visit.

The experience has been compared to world-famous artistic gardens such as Gaudi’s Park Güell in Barcelona, the Tarot Garden in Tuscany and Little Sparta in Scotland.

Getting there

Located in Podunajské Biskupice, approximately 20 minutes from the Old Town by public transport. The garden is not signposted prominently, so use the address Korytnická 37 when navigating.

Tips

• Reservation is required before your visit at magicgardengallery.com
• The suggested entrance donation of €10 supports the artists and the ongoing development of the garden
• Dogs are welcome and the garden is wheelchair accessible
• School groups can arrange visits on weekdays by contacting the garden directly