Your experience at the Hungarian Parliament

Unlock the history and majesty of the Hungarian Parliament with a comprehensive audio-guided tour in Budapest. This landmark is a symbol of Hungarian nationhood and an architectural gem located on the banks of the Danube River.

Arriving at the Parliament

Begin your experience at the designated entrance, where your tickets will be validated. After a short briefing on the layout and security procedures, you’ll be equipped with an audio guide or, if chosen, meet your live English-speaking guide. Your journey begins in the grand entrance hall, giving you a sense of the scale of the building, which boasts nearly 700 rooms and expansive staircases.

Exploration Highlights

• Main Staircase: Walk up the majestic grand staircase, illuminated by ornate chandeliers and flanked by impressive columns, setting a spectacular scene as you step further inside.

• Dome Hall: Enter the awe-inspiring Dome Hall, where the nation’s historic Holy Crown of Hungary is showcased beneath an intricate dome adorned with many kilograms of gold. It’s one of the most significant sites within the Parliament.

• Chamber of Peers and Grand Stairway: Discover ornately decorated chambers where legislative debates once took place, with remarkable stained glass windows, intricate wood carvings and a palpable sense of history.

• Audio & Multilingual Guides: Gain deeper insight into Hungary’s history, architecture and political past with detailed commentary in 23 languages or, with a live guide, hear captivating stories from an expert.

Upgrade Option: Guided Walking Tour

Upgrade your visit by choosing the guided tour option, which adds expertly led walks through Budapest’s most renowned landmarks such as Heroes’ Square, the historic Castle District and breathtaking panoramic vantage points atop Buda Hill. Uncover Budapest’s contrasting architectural styles and the significant highlights of the Pest side of the city.

Architecture & Fun Facts

This building, completed in 1904, stands not only as one of Europe’s grandest parliaments but also as a marvel of neo-Gothic design blended with Renaissance and Baroque elements. Its iconic dome and exterior spires dominate the riverbank skyline. With nearly 20 kilometers of corridors and 691 elaborately decorated rooms, the Parliament offers visitors an unrivaled glimpse into the lavish world of Hungarian governance.

Visitor Experience

Your audio guide will direct you through the main highlights, including fascinating stories about the Parliament’s construction, significant artefacts, transitions in Hungarian leadership and events that shaped the nation’s modern era.

Essential Information

• Be sure to dress appropriately out of respect for the venue.

• Guided routes are sometimes adjusted based on official schedules; your flexibility may be required.

• Photography restrictions apply in certain areas like the Dome Hall.

• The Parliament is fully accessible to wheelchair users.

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