Buda Castle Buda Castle, Budapest

The Buda Castle Budapest Medieval Day each October is not only about knights and dragons – it is also about the mysterious objects of everyday belief that once shaped medieval life. Among the most intriguing finds from the Castle District is a rare talisman made from a dog’s teeth and jaw, dating back to the 16th–17th century. This unusual object reveals just how …

When we think of King Sigismund of Luxembourg (1387–1437), ruler of Hungary and later Holy Roman Emperor, one of his most famous legacies is the Order of the Dragon (Societas Draconistrarum). Founded on 12 December 1408 by Sigismund and his second wife, Queen Barbara of Cilli, the Order was both a political alliance and a chivalric brotherhood that bound Hungary’s most powerful …

When you visit Buda Castle Budapest during the annual Medieval Day in October, you step into a world of kings, knights and legends. Among the most fascinating tales linked to the Castle are those of the basilisk – a terrifying creature of medieval imagination that appears not only in stories but also in real archaeological finds from the Castle District. In the 1950s, excavations at …

Every October, Buda Castle Budapest steps back in time for its annual Medieval Day, where history comes alive with knights, kings and fantastic beasts. This year, the spotlight falls on King Sigismund of Hungary – one of the most powerful monarchs of the late Middle Ages – and the dragons that filled both folklore and royal imagination. Among the most intriguing discoveries linked …

The exhibitions in the Budapest History Museum focus on the turbulent history of the 2000 years of the city now known as Budapest: what the once separate towns of Buda, Pest and Obuda were like. Budapest History Museum exhibits Opening Times Mondays: 10 am- 6pm (St Stephen’s Hall is open) Tuesdays: 10 am- 6pm Wednesdays: 10 am- 6pm Thursday: 10 …

17–20 August 2025 Organised by the Association of Hungarian Folk Artists (NESZ) Hungary’s largest and most prestigious celebration of folk traditions. Programme Highlight Festival of Crafts – Bread Blessing Sunday, 17 August 10:30–11:30 – Türk Youth Orchestra – Concert 11:30–12:00 – Traditional Hungarian Bridal Hair Styling – Kiss Gabriella, Young Master of Folk Art 12:00–12:30 – Virtus Bagpipe Ensemble – …

18–20 August 2025 Hungary’s largest Carpathian Basin gastronomic festival, attracting over 400,000 visitors and featuring more than 150 exhibitors. About the Event Now in its 15th year, the festival showcases the richness, diversity, and traditions of Hungarian gastronomy, from unique techniques to unforgettable flavours. Visitors will have the first opportunity to taste the winners of the Cake of Hungary and …

The 700 year old St Michael’s Chapel is a hidden gem under the turret of the Fisherman’s Bastion in the Buda Castle District, Budapest. Steep stairs lead down to the inside of the Fisherman’s Bastion.

Enjoy enchanting summer concerts in the stunning Neo-Gothic Matthias Church, nestled in the heart of the Buda Castle District atop Buda Castle Hill, right by Fisherman’s Bastion. Throughout August, you can experience captivating classical performances, with occasional free concerts adding to the charm.

November 28, 2025 – January 4, 2026Daily 09:00–20:00Location: 1014 Budapest, Szentháromság tér This winter, the enchanting spirit of Advent returns to the historic heart of Budapest. From November 28 to January 4, Buda Castle transforms into a sparkling festive wonderland, inviting visitors of all ages to experience the warmth, flavours, artistry, and traditions of the holiday season. A Fairytale Advent …