I encourage anyone visiting Budapest to see the National Museum. It’s filled with Hungary’s national history and is simply incredible. This museum showcases the rich history of this nation. It’s a must-see for any tourist or patriot in the city. Conveniently located, it offers parking and several nearby attractions.
We visited the National Hungarian Museum one Saturday morning in January. We bought our tickets on-site, which cost 3,500 ft (about 9 euros) per person. The museum is quite large and very well organized. Each area features information signs about the period you'll see in the next room, which was very helpful. There were also many real-item replicas for us to touch and feel, like coins and crowns. The upper floor displayed the most recent periods, and as we moved downwards, we observed exhibits from earlier times, leading to the 'minus' floor where the Roman Lapidary exhibits very ancient artifacts. We enjoyed the layout, as it allowed us to start from the top and travel back in time, or vice versa—it provided a great sense of coherence. However, we had a disappointing experience when we attempted to enter a temporary exhibition next to the cloakroom. The staff member spoke only in Hungarian, which was frustrating, as we informed her that we did not understand the language. After another employee clarified that our tickets did not cover the temporary exhibition, we felt that our visit would have been vastly improved with better communication at the ticket desk. For a complete experience, ensure you directly ask for 'full adult tickets' if you want access to everything. The museum is wonderful, but the lack of English-speaking employees diminished my rating.
I visited the Hungarian National Museum during New Year 2025, but unfortunately, it was closed. However, the gate to the premises was open, allowing me to walk around the beautiful grounds and admire the magnificent building from the outside. Even though I couldn’t enter, it was a lovely experience enjoying the architecture and the serene ambiance. I look forward to returning when it's open! 😊
Excellent exhibit! This museum should be on your map if you’re visiting Budapest. There are lockers available for jackets and bags, and a coffee shop to relax in after the tour. I didn’t use a tour guide, so I can't comment on their quality, but if you're interested in history and archaeology, this is a must-visit. Tickets can be purchased online or via a machine on-site.
Maria Papadopoulou
Hungary
It is a beautifully designed building. The museum hosts a permanent collection that narrates the country's history in an old-fashioned yet interesting style. However, the staff needs better training. They were quite rude, and it wasn’t just a matter of language comprehension, as they seemed untrained in customer interaction and guidance. It is disappointing to see such untrained personnel in a nice museum like this, which deserves better service.
