Museum of Ethnography

It was founded as the Ethnographic Department of the Hungarian National Museum in 1872. Its first director was John Xantus de Vesey. It formally split from the National Museum in 1947 but moved to its building in Kossuth Square, opposite the Parliament building, only in 1973. The grand building in which the Museum of Ethnography is now housed was originally built by Alajos Hauszmann for the Ministry of Justice.
It was founded as the Ethnographic Department of the Hungarian National Museum in 1872. Its first director was John Xantus de Vesey. It formally split from the National Museum in 1947 but moved to its building in Kossuth Square, opposite the Parliament building, only in 1973. The grand building in which the Museum of Ethnography is now housed was originally built by Alajos Hauszmann for the Ministry of Justice.

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Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Night Cruise with Drink

Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Night Cruise with Drink

Activity duration is 1 hour
8.8 out of 10 with 1292 reviews
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Price is P 1,729 per adult
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History & culture

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Buda Castle District Dark History, Legends and Vampire Night Tour

Buda Castle District Dark History, Legends and Vampire Night Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 50 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 504 reviews
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Price is P 1,245 per adult
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Budapest River Cruise with 1 Free Tokaj Frizzante and Audio Guide

Budapest River Cruise with 1 Free Tokaj Frizzante and Audio Guide

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.2 out of 10 with 108 reviews
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Price is P 968 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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City Sightseeing Budapest Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Guided Walking Tour

City Sightseeing Budapest Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 day
7.6 out of 10 with 152 reviews
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Price is P 2,427 per adult
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Budapest: Cruise Unlimited Aperol and Prosecco

Budapest: Cruise Unlimited Aperol and Prosecco

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 68 reviews
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Price is P 2,282 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Parliament Building showing heritage architecture, an administrative buidling and a city

Parliament Building

This impressive building is home to the Hungarian government and is beautifully situated on the banks of the Danube.

Parliament Building
Liberty Square featuring a fountain as well as a small group of people

Liberty Square

Soak up history and modern culture as you people-watch in Budapest’s vast square, filled with statues, monuments and recreation spaces.

Liberty Square
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Shoes on the Danube

Walk along the banks of the Danube River and see this moving memorial to the Jewish people who were murdered in this very spot during World War II.

Shoes on the Danube

Statue of Lajos Kossuth

Find out about the history of Budapest with a stop at Statue of Lajos Kossuth. Discover the fascinating museums and churches in this romantic area.

Statue of Lajos Kossuth

Lajos Kossuth Square

You can learn about the history of Budapest when you stop by Lajos Kossuth Square. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.

Lajos Kossuth Square

Statue of Ferenc Rakoczi II Hungary

You can find out about the history of Budapest with a visit to Statue of Ferenc Rakoczi II Hungary. Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this family-friendly area.

Statue of Ferenc Rakoczi II Hungary

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