Prison of Mikluš, Medieval prison museum in Košice, Slovakia
The prison of Mikluš is a museum building in Košice made of two Gothic structures connected in the 17th century. It contains preserved cells, torture chambers, and various historical exhibitions within stone walls.
The building served as a prison and torture place from the early 1600s until 1909. After that, it was transferred to the Rákóczi Museum administration and turned into a memorial site.
The exhibitions show how the city developed through artifacts and displays about the judicial system and executioner practices. Visitors can see how these practices worked in medieval society.
The location is near Main Street in the historical center and easy to reach on foot. Visitors should plan their visit during operating hours and be prepared for stairs on the lower levels.
The museum has an underground torture chamber displaying original executioner swords and using computer animations to show how the buildings changed over time. This technology helps visitors understand the construction changes throughout the centuries.
Location: District of Košice I
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Operator: Východoslovenské múzeum
Opening Hours: Monday off; Tuesday-Saturday 09:00-17:00; Saturday 14:00-18:00
Phone: +421917755594
Email: lektorna.kb@vsmuzeum.sk
Website: https://vsmuzeum.sk
GPS coordinates: 48.72281,21.25963
Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:05
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