The Hungarian National Gallery at a glance
The Hungarian National Gallery has its home inside the palace on Castle Hill, at Szent György tér 2. The palace houses several institutions, and the gallery is the one for art. The collection of Hungarian art is on show in the permanent exhibition, and the gallery has been at the castle since 1975.
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Opening hours and ticket prices 2026
The gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00. Last entry and ticket sales end at 17:00, and the rooms are cleared from 17:30.
| Ticket | Price 2026 |
|---|---|
| Permanent exhibition, adult | HUF 5,800 |
| Permanent exhibition, reduced | HUF 2,900 |
| Annual pass for the permanent and cabinet exhibitions | HUF 9,000 |
| Audio guide, including German and English | HUF 1,200 |
A ticket for a temporary exhibition includes the permanent exhibition on the same day. Who qualifies for the reduced fare depends on the museum's rules, so bring proof and check at the ticket desk. For most visitors the adult ticket with the audio guide is the simplest way to see the permanent collection.
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What the collection covers
The permanent exhibition spans several centuries of Hungarian art.
Gothic art
Medieval works open the story of Hungarian art.
Late Gothic altarpieces
Late Gothic winged altarpieces are part of the permanent exhibition.
Nineteenth century
Hungarian art of the nineteenth century has its own section.
After the Second World War
The exhibition also follows Hungarian art after 1945.
Displays change, so there is no guarantee that a single painting hangs in its room on the day of your visit. If you travel for one particular work, check the gallery's current information first.
Dome and crypt
The dome is temporarily closed, so do not plan your visit around it. The crypt can only be visited after a confirmed registration in advance.
The gallery receives visitors at the castle address. Check the museum's current notices before you go.
Budapest History Museum in the same palace
If you have time for a second museum, the Budapest History Museum shows the story of the city inside the palace.
| Ticket | Price 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adult | HUF 3,800 |
| Reduced: EEA youths 6 to 26 years, eligible students, EEA seniors 62 to 70 years | HUF 1,900 |
| Children under 6 years, visitors from 70 years | Free, check eligibility at the desk |
| English guide for 1 to 20 people, on top of entry | HUF 21,000 per group |
| English guide for 21 to 35 people, on top of entry | HUF 25,000 per group |
The museum is open every day from 10:00 to 18:00. Last entry is at 17:30, and the exhibitions are cleared from 17:45. The standard ticket covers the permanent and temporary exhibitions of the castle museum. Special programmes can need an extra ticket. The guide fees are group prices, not prices per person. For the story behind the building, read the history of Buda Castle.
Hungarian National Gallery: frequently asked questions
Where is the Hungarian National Gallery?
In the palace on Castle Hill, at Szent György tér 2. The upper station of the funicular is on the same square.
What are the opening hours?
Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00. Last entry is at 17:00, and the rooms are cleared from 17:30. The gallery is closed on Monday, and holidays follow their own calendar.
How much is a ticket in 2026?
The permanent exhibition costs HUF 5,800 for adults and HUF 2,900 reduced. An audio guide is HUF 1,200.
Can I go up into the dome?
Do not count on it. The dome is temporarily closed. The crypt is only open after confirmed registration.
Has the gallery moved out of Buda Castle?
No. It receives visitors at the castle address. Check the museum's current notices before you go.
Does a ticket for a temporary exhibition include the permanent one?
Yes. A ticket for a temporary exhibition includes the permanent exhibition on the same day.