Hungarian Parliament Tickets with Audio Guide Budapest
- Duration1 hour
- Open onEvery day
- Meeting pointThe Parliament visitor centre on Kossuth Square
- Fair, honest prices
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- Secure payment
Overview
An entry ticket to the Hungarian Parliament Building in Budapest, one of the largest and most striking parliament buildings in Europe, with a multilingual audio guide for a tour of about forty-five minutes. Inside you see the Grand Staircase, the Dome Hall with the Holy Crown of Hungary, and a legislative chamber, in a neo-Gothic palace beside the Danube. Choose the option that matches your passport: EU/EEA passport holders or non-EU/EEA passport holders. A fascinating hour for anyone who wants to see the grand side of Budapest.
Highlights
- Entry ticket to the Hungarian Parliament Building with multilingual audio guide
- The Grand Staircase, the Dome Hall and the Holy Crown of Hungary
- Neo-Gothic palace on the Danube with more than six hundred rooms
- Audio guide available in over twenty languages, including Arabic
- Tour of about 45 minutes, plus check-in time
- Choose the EU/EEA or non-EU/EEA option according to your passport
Full Description
The Hungarian Parliament Building on the Danube
The Hungarian Parliament Building, Országház, stands on the bank of the Danube in the Pest side of Budapest and is the country's most recognisable landmark. Designed by the architect Imre Steindl in the neo-Gothic style and built between 1885 and 1904, it is about 268 metres long, with a central dome reaching around ninety-six metres, a height chosen to mark the country's millennium in 1896. If you are searching for Hungarian Parliament tickets, this page offers entry with an audio guide.
The building holds hundreds of rooms, and its facade, spires and statues make it one of the most photographed buildings in the city. A visit inside shows that the interior is as rich as the exterior, with gilded decoration, stained glass and carved stone.
The Grand Staircase and the Dome Hall
The tour begins at the Grand Staircase, an impressive ceremonial stair with stained-glass windows, frescoes and gilded decoration under ornate vaulting. It leads up to the Dome Hall, a sixteen-sided space beneath the central dome, where the Holy Crown of Hungary is displayed with the coronation jewels and guarded by the Crown Guard.
The crown is the most important national symbol of Hungary and is central to the country's history. The atmosphere in the hall is quiet and solemn, and photographs of the crown are not always allowed, so follow the staff's instructions.
The chamber and the audio guide
Visitors also see one of the legislative chambers, with its rows of seating and decoration, and some of the corridors and lobbies that show how the building works. The audio guide leads you room by room in your language, with more than twenty languages available, including Arabic, English, French, German and Turkish.
The tour is about forty-five minutes, plus around fifteen minutes for check-in and ticket collection. Tours may not run while parliament is in session or on days of official events, so check availability for your date.
EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA tickets, and how to get there
Choose the option that matches your passport: one option is for citizens of EU/EEA countries and the other is for citizens of other countries. You may be asked to show your passport or ID at the entrance, so bring it with you. Booking the wrong option can cause problems at entry, so choose carefully.
To get to the Parliament, take the metro M2 to Kossuth Lajos tér or tram 2 along the Danube, and walk to the visitor entrance on Kossuth Square. The nearby Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial is a short walk south. Wear comfortable shoes, allow time for the security check and arrive early.
Itinerary
- Check-in at the visitor entranceArrive about 15 minutes early, show your passport or ID and receive your audio guide.
- Security checkPass through the airport-style security check.
- Grand StaircaseClimb the ceremonial staircase and see the frescoes and stained glass.
- Dome Hall and Holy CrownSee the Hungarian coronation jewels under the central dome.
- Chamber and exitVisit one of the legislative chambers and finish the tour after about 45 minutes.
What's included
- Hungarian Parliament Building entry ticket
- 45-minute tour of the building with an audio guide (Arabic and many other languages)
- Audio-guided tour of the surroundings
- 15 minutes for check-in and information
- 24/7 email and WhatsApp support
Not included
- Live guide
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 6–17
- A short visit — about 1 hour
Not suitable for
- Visitors who cannot show a valid passport or ID
- Those who booked the wrong nationality option, as this may be checked at entry
- Visitors seeking a live guide; the tour uses an audio guide
Meeting point
There is no hotel pickup. Meet at the visitor entrance of the Hungarian Parliament Building on Kossuth Lajos tér in Budapest, about fifteen minutes before your tour time. Bring your passport or ID, because the option you booked depends on your nationality. Show your ticket at check-in and collect your audio guide.
Important information
- Bring your passport or valid ID; the ticket type (EU/EEA or non-EU/EEA) depends on your passport
- Arrive about 15 minutes before your tour for check-in and security
- The tour uses an audio guide in your language; there is no live guide
- Tours may be cancelled on days of parliamentary sessions or official events
- Photography rules apply; the crown and some rooms may be restricted
- Large bags, backpacks and luggage may not be allowed
- Dress neatly; comfortable shoes are recommended
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Hungarian Parliament ticket cost?
The price depends on the option you choose and on the age category. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, for adults and for children, so you can compare before you book.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. Hotel pickup is not included; this is an entry ticket. You meet at the visitor entrance on Kossuth Square, easy to reach by metro or tram.
How long is the Hungarian Parliament tour?
The tour lasts about forty-five minutes, and you should allow around fifteen minutes before it for check-in and the security check.
Is the Hungarian Parliament suitable for children?
Yes for most children who are interested in history and architecture. The tour is calm and on foot, with an audio guide.
What should I wear or bring?
Your passport or ID, and neat, comfortable clothing and shoes. Bags are checked at security.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes, as long as there is still availability. Pick your date in the booking panel and it will show which dates and time slots are open. Tours may not run on days of parliamentary sessions or official events, so check availability for your date.
What is the difference between the EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA options?
The two options are for different passport holders: EU/EEA citizens and citizens of other countries. Choose the one that matches your passport, as it may be checked at the entrance.
Is the Holy Crown of Hungary inside?
Yes. The Holy Crown and the other coronation jewels are displayed in the Dome Hall, guarded by the Crown Guard, and are one of the highlights of the tour.
Which languages does the audio guide cover?
It is offered in over twenty languages, including Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Turkish.
How do I get to the Hungarian Parliament?
Take the M2 metro to Kossuth Lajos tér or tram 2 along the Danube to Kossuth tér, then walk to the visitor entrance.
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