Museums open on Monday in Hungary

The Hospital in the Rock in Budapest is a hospital-turned-memorial that serves as a grim reminder of the horrors of the war and of the suffering it brings upon the people. It was first opened in 1944 to serve as a hospital for wounded Hungarian civilians who were injured during airstrikes and, event

The Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden has a history dating back to the 19th century. It is one of the oldest zoos in the world, as well as the oldest zoo in Hungary. The zoo spans an area of over 18 hectares of land and it is home to more than a thousand different animal species. It is located withi

The Tropicarium - Oceanarium is something between an aquarium and a zoo where visitors can explore a tropical rainforest as well as huge tanks with sharks (including an underwater tunnel) and exotic fish. The Tropicarium - Oceanarium is located in a shopping center.

The Zwack Museum and Visitor Center tells the story of Zwack Unicum, an aperitif made from 40 herbs and spices as well as the family responsible for it. Two centuries ago royal physician to the Habsburg Emperor Dr. Zwack invented the bitter drink. Furthermore, the museum and visitor centre holds a c

The Dohány Street Synagogue, also known as the Great Synagogue, is a significant landmark in Budapest. It is located in the Erzsébetváros district, in the 7th arrondissement of Budapest. This location is easily accessible and is surrounded by other notable sites, making it a convenient stop for tourists exploring the city.

The Matthias Church has seen several modifications over the centuries, with each subsequent king adding their unique touch. These changes include the addition of a tower, a door, and the expansion of the building. Notably, Louis I of Hungary and Sigismund of Hungary carried out Gothic modifications, while Matthias I of Hungary transformed the church in a Renaissance style. These architectural changes offer a visual journey through different historical periods, providing an enriching experience for visitors.

The Liszt Ferenc Memorial Museum is a museum in Budapest dedicated to Liszt Ferenc (Franz Liszt), a Hungarian composer, virtuoso pianist, conductor, music teacher, arranger and organist of the Romantic era. In the museum visitors can learn about his life and work which displays his belongings, music

The Palace of Wonders, also known as the Center of Scientific wonders aims to show the beauty of science and technology to the general public. Highlights are the 9D and 5D movies, and its magnetic field. Since 2017, the Palace of Wonders has a 5000 m2 scientific entertainment center with over 250 ga

The Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center is a museum and art gallery in Budapest that houses the greatest surviving collection of the world-famous Hungarian photographer Robert Capa. Capa was a Hungarian war photographer and photojournalist and is by some considered to be the greatest combat

The House of Hungarian Art Nouveau is an Art Noveau mansion in Budapest that showcases the bourgeoise past of Budapest.

The Hungarian Money Museum and Visitor Center The Money Museum of the National Bank of Hungary is a prime example of why it is worth rethinking the meaning of the word museum. The Money Museum not only presents old money and the history of money in a spectacular way – the experience offered by the

IKONO is the new immersive and interactive experience in the heart of Budapest. An exciting and unforgettable 1-hour journey through more than 12 surreal, immersive atmospheres that will unleash your inner creativity to create unique memories with your friends and family! During your visit, yo

Unleash Your Imagination – Create Your Own Masterpiece at Campona! Step into a world where you are the artist, and the setting is your canvas – right here in Campona! This is not just a gallery; it’s a creative playground where everyone’s welcome – kids, adults, and even your four-legged friends, b

The Zoltán Kodály Museum is a museum in Budapest that is dedicated to one of the most important Hungarian composers of the 20th century. The museum was opened in 1990 and occupies the place where the musician lived and worked from 1924 until his death in 1967. The museum contains three rooms preserv

Memento Park is the first thematic museum made of political propaganda statues and established after the fall of Central European communist dictatorships in 1989-90. Statue Park is home to 41 statues and memorials from the streets of Budapest. The Most Cheerful Barrack houses three photo exhibitions

St. Stephen's Basilica, known as Szent István-bazilika in Hungarian, is a significant religious building in Budapest, Hungary. It is dedicated to St. Stephen I of Hungary, the country's first king and a revered saint. As a Catholic place of worship, the Basilica holds a special place in the hearts of the locals and is a key attraction for visitors to the city.

The Customs and Tax History Museum is a musuem in Budapest that hosts 2 permanent exhibitions: the Hungarian Financial Guard Historical Exhibition and the Hungarian Tax History Exhibition. The former presents the history of Customs and Finance Guard and its predecessors in chronological order. The l

The Police Museum in Budapest was opened in 1908 under the name of the Criminal Museum. The collection counted nearly 10,000 objects by the 1940s. A lot of the collection unfortunately got completely destroyed during World War II. In 1999 the museum was opened with a new name, new collection and was