Things to do in Budapest, Central Hungary: The Best Museums

August 31, 2021 Matilde Konrad

Over 15 million gallons of water bubble daily into Budapest's 118 springs and boreholes. The city of spas offers an astounding array of baths, from the sparkling Gellert Baths to the vast 1913 neo-baroque Szechenyi Spa to Rudas Spa, a dramatic 16th-century Turkish pool with original Ottoman architecture. The "Queen of the Danube" is also steeped in history, culture and natural beauty. Get your camera ready for the Roman ruins of the Aquincum Museum, Heroes' Square and Statue Park, and the 300-foot dome of St. Stephen's Basilica.
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Tancsics Mihaly utca 5 1014, Budapest 1014 Hungary +36 1 356 9208 [email protected] http://www.kollergaleria.hu
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Koller Gallery

Located in the historic Castle District of Budapest, we are working since 1953 as the oldest private fine art gallery in Hungary. Our three storey atelier-house & beautiful sculpture garden welcomes our visitors and customers with a homely and warm atmosphere. We show works of the best modern and contemporary Hungarian painters, sculptors and etchers. We advise our guests in fluent English, German, French and Italian.

Reviewed By yaacovc2016

A very good place to see contemporary art.the gallery is very friendly and prices are very good. The garden is lovely.

2. Museum of Music History

Tancsics Mihaly utca 7., Budapest 1014 Hungary +36 1 214 6770 [email protected] http://www.zti.hu/index.php/en/museum/information
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Museum of Music History

Located in the magnificent Baroque surroundings of the Erdody Palace, this specialty museum traces the history of musical life in Budapest from the 18th to the 20th centuries.

Reviewed By 469Eleonora

The museum is relatively small but full of interesting exhibitions. Would recommend it for everyone, already at the very beginning there's a lot of works of figurative art with references to Hungarian music and also English-language explanations.

3. Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum

Lovas ut 4/c, Budapest 1012 Hungary +36 70 701 0101 [email protected] http://www.sziklakorhaz.eu/
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Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum

The Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum is a thrilling, unique and moving place. Visitors can learn about the WWII and the 1956 revolution as well as the Cold War in relation to this former TOP SECRET nuclear bunker. It had an important role during the war and it was classified until 2002 and opened as a museum in 2008. The place ensures a real time warp into the past. Mobiles are not working inside. Do not expect a regular museum. One hour long tour departs every hour in English. Guide books are available in several languages. Unforgettable experience underneath the Castle Hill. The entrance is only about 5 minutes walk from the famous Matthias-Church of Buda.

Reviewed By rushmere86 - Wilstead, United Kingdom

What an incredible place, we thoroughly enjoyed our guided tour around this fascinating piece of history,our particular tour was in English (some tours are in other languages with a recorderd translation device,worth checking before you book)and we found the guide very knowledgeable and informative

Varfok utca 11., Budapest 1012 Hungary +36 1 213 5155 [email protected] http://www.varfok-galeria.hu
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Varfok Gallery

Varfok Gallery is one of the first Hungarian, privately founded contemporary galleries after the political changes of 1989. Its services include the representation of its artists, organization of exhibitions, guided tours and publishing.

5. Kiskep Galeria

Orszaghaz utca 8., Budapest 1014 Hungary +36 1 201 4935 https://www.facebook.com/kiskepgaleria
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Kiskep Galeria

6. A Habsburg Nadori Kripta

Szent Gyorgy ter 2. Magyar Nemzeti Galeria, Budapest 1014 Hungary +36 20 439 7408 http://mng.hu/muzeumrol/habsburg-kripta-122538
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A Habsburg Nadori Kripta

7. Museum of Military History (Hadtorteneti Muzeum)

Toth Arpad setany 40, Budapest 1014 Hungary +36 1 356 9522 [email protected] http://www.militaria.hu/
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Museum of Military History (Hadtorteneti Muzeum)

Located in a former municipal army barracks, this museum traces the history of war in Hungary through an extensive collection of war memorabilia, ranging from weapons and uniforms to coins and flags.

Reviewed By T7188CEdavidh - Dundee, United Kingdom

You would need to put aside at least a couple of hours to get around this excellent museum. An interesting military history of Hungary with well laid out displays and in most cases a narrative in English. Many of the exhibits must be priceless with some seldom seen on public display.

Szent Gyorgy ter 2., Budapest 1014 Hungary +36 1 201 9082 [email protected] http://www.mng.hu/
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Hungarian National Gallery (Magyar Nemzeti Galeria)

The Hungarian National Gallery is the largest public collection documenting and presenting the rise and development of the fine arts in Hungary. It has operated as an independent institution since 1957. The HNG moved to its present location, the former Royal Palace of Buda, in 1975. The Hungarian National Gallery was established to display Hungarian art in itself. The basis of its collection is the New Hungarian Picture Gallery at the Budapest Museum of Fine Arts, and the Hungarian material belonging to that museum’s collections of modern sculpture, medals, and prints and drawings. The holdings of the new institution include approximately 6000 paintings, 2100 sculptures, 3100 medals, 11,000 drawings, and 5000 prints.

Reviewed By carolas936 - Marietta, United States

The Hungarian National Gallery (a.k.a. Magyar Nemzeti Galéria) covers four floors and four wings of the former Royal Palace. Its outstanding collection of Hungarian art dates from the 11th century and includes several genres (e.g., ceramics, paintings, sculpture, wood carvings) across a wide range of time (e.g., Medieval, Renaissance, Gothic art, Baroque and modern). The largest collections include medieval and Renaissance stonework, Gothic wooden sculptures, panel paintings and late-Gothic winged altars. The collection of Hungarian paintings and sculpture from the 19th and 20th centuries is usually popular. Since 1975 the collection has been housed in the opulent former royal residence (dating back to the 14th century). The museum can be overwhelming. Some advice: -- You can't see it all, so pick a focus (e.g., artist, time period, genre) -- Wear comfortable shoes -- Ticket lines can be long, so arrive early in the day (before the tour buses) -- An audio guide is available in several languages -- Agree on a meeting place and time and split up (everyone will find their interest) -- For those who find art museums boring, there is a very nice cafe and a large museum shop -- Weather permitting, you can buy an extra ticket to access the dome, which offers superb views in all directions. -- The museum's web site has information about temporary exhibits The National Gallery is open daily from 10 am – 5 pm (last admission), and the building closes at 6pm. The entry fee in 1800 HUF, and an audio guide rental is 800 HUF.

9. Semmelweis Museum of Medical History (Orvostorteneti Muzeum)

I. Aprod u. 1-3, Budapest Hungary +36 1 375 3533 http://www.semmelweis.museum.hu/muzeum/index_en.html
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Semmelweis Museum of Medical History (Orvostorteneti Muzeum)

10. National Szechenyi Library

Szent Gyorgy ter Budavari Palota 17, Budapest 1014 Hungary +36 1 224 3700 http://www.oszk.hu/en
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National Szechenyi Library

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