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Hungarian State Opera House Tickets

Opened in 1884, the Hungarian State Opera House is a Neo-Renaissance masterpiece designed by Miklós Ybl, celebrated for its richly gilded interiors, grand staircase, and ornate chandeliers. As one of Europe’s most prestigious opera venues, it has hosted legendary composers, iconic premieres, and continues to showcase Hungary’s enduring musical heritage.
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Budapest: Guided Walking Tour of Pest

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2 hr

  • Stroll through Pest’s lively streets with a professional guide, discovering a mix of celebrated landmarks and lesser-known corners along the route.

  • Admire St Stephen’s Basilica, Budapest’s largest cathedral, while learning the history and symbolism behind its impressive exterior.

  • Walk past the Chain Bridge and along the Danube Bank, enjoying sweeping views of the Hungarian Parliament, one of the largest parliamentary buildings in the world.

  • Explore Liberty Square and visit a local street market, experiencing everyday Budapest beyond the usual tourist paths.

  • Enjoy engaging commentary and historical insights that bring Pest’s elegant 19th-century architecture and urban life into focus.

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  • Stroll through Pest’s lively streets with a professional guide, discovering a mix of celebrated landmarks and lesser-known corners along the route.

  • Admire St Stephen’s Basilica, Budapest’s largest cathedral, while learning the history and symbolism behind its impressive exterior.

  • Walk past the Chain Bridge and along the Danube Bank, enjoying sweeping views of the Hungarian Parliament, one of the largest parliamentary buildings in the world.

  • Explore Liberty Square and visit a local street market, experiencing everyday Budapest beyond the usual tourist paths.

  • Enjoy engaging commentary and historical insights that bring Pest’s elegant 19th-century architecture and urban life into focus.

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€15
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Budapest: 3-Hour Grand City Tour and Castle Walk

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3 hr
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  • Opt for a live-guided city tour of Budapest with multilingual expert commentary, making it easy to follow stories and insights in your chosen language.

  • Travel in comfort with air-conditioned bus transport, ensuring a smooth and well-organized sightseeing experience from start to finish.

  • Discover Budapest’s most iconic landmarks, including Castle Hill, Heroes’ Square, and the Danube riverbanks, all thoughtfully included in one comprehensive route.

  • Stroll through the historic Castle District, enjoying photo stops at Fisherman’s Bastion and Gellért Hill overlooking the city.

  • Gain fascinating insights into Budapest’s history, culture, and architecture as your guide brings each landmark and neighborhood to life.

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  • Opt for a live-guided city tour of Budapest with multilingual expert commentary, making it easy to follow stories and insights in your chosen language.

  • Travel in comfort with air-conditioned bus transport, ensuring a smooth and well-organized sightseeing experience from start to finish.

  • Discover Budapest’s most iconic landmarks, including Castle Hill, Heroes’ Square, and the Danube riverbanks, all thoughtfully included in one comprehensive route.

  • Stroll through the historic Castle District, enjoying photo stops at Fisherman’s Bastion and Gellért Hill overlooking the city.

  • Gain fascinating insights into Budapest’s history, culture, and architecture as your guide brings each landmark and neighborhood to life.

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€40
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City Sightseeing: Budapest Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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  • Discover Budapest with this flexible 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour.

  • Travel across 2 routes with over 25 stops on a bus departing every 10 to 15 mins.

  • Take a relaxing cruise along the Danube River with 30% off if you show the bus ticket and a walking tour, included with your bus pass.

  • Allow the fleeting panorama of Budapest’s treasured sights to unfold from the open-air decks and pick up interesting quirks using the multilingual audio guide.

  • Cover key attractions such as Castle Garden, Parliament, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Heroes' Square, and more.

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  • Discover Budapest with this flexible 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour.

  • Travel across 2 routes with over 25 stops on a bus departing every 10 to 15 mins.

  • Take a relaxing cruise along the Danube River with 30% off if you show the bus ticket and a walking tour, included with your bus pass.

  • Allow the fleeting panorama of Budapest’s treasured sights to unfold from the open-air decks and pick up interesting quirks using the multilingual audio guide.

  • Cover key attractions such as Castle Garden, Parliament, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Heroes' Square, and more.

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€35.10
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Big Bus: Budapest Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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  • Explore Budapest with the 1/2/3-day hop-on hop-off bus pass and plan your itinerary with ease.

  • With 18 stops along the Red Route, board the buses arriving every 10 to 20 mins.

  • Set off on a 1-hour walking tour of Budapest with a local guide, enjoy free Wi-Fi and fleeting views of adored sights from the open-air decks.

  • Purchase a Danube River Cruise ticket onsite by displaying your Big Bus pass and enjoy 30% off prices!

  • The bus crosses revered landmarks like the Parliament, Margaret Island, Heroe’s Square, and Chain Bridge.

More details

  • Explore Budapest with the 1/2/3-day hop-on hop-off bus pass and plan your itinerary with ease.

  • With 18 stops along the Red Route, board the buses arriving every 10 to 20 mins.

  • Set off on a 1-hour walking tour of Budapest with a local guide, enjoy free Wi-Fi and fleeting views of adored sights from the open-air decks.

  • Purchase a Danube River Cruise ticket onsite by displaying your Big Bus pass and enjoy 30% off prices!

  • The bus crosses revered landmarks like the Parliament, Margaret Island, Heroe’s Square, and Chain Bridge.

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€39

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Arrive 10 to 15 minutes early for guided tours to admire the marble staircases without the usual crowd, giving you a chance to notice small details like carved balustrades and gilded motifs.

Pay attention to the hidden inscriptions and plaques in the lobby, which commemorate famous performers and patrons from the Opera’s 19th-century opening.

During tours, pause at the royal box even if you can’t enter it fully; its design reveals how the aristocracy’s viewing experience was prioritized without obstructing the stage for others.

Look closely at the chandeliers—they’re not just decorative; their placement and shape were carefully planned to distribute light evenly across the auditorium before electricity.

If you visit during a quiet period, linger near the stage wings; you can see how the stage machinery and set tracks are integrated seamlessly without disrupting the historic interiors.

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About Hungarian State Opera

The Hungarian State Opera is one of Budapest’s most important cultural institutions, pairing a 19th-century neo-Renaissance interior with an active program of opera and ballet. Beyond performances, its guided tours take you through the auditorium, grand staircase, and select backstage areas, explaining how the building was engineered for sound as much as spectacle.

AddressBudapest, Andrássy út 22, 1061 Hungary
Also known asOpera House Budapest
Year opened1884
Founded byMiklós Ybl
Visitors per year600000
Expected wait time - Standard0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

The Hungarian State Opera’s auditorium is famed for its acoustics, ranked third-best in Europe after Milan’s La Scala and Paris’s Palais Garnier.

The central chandelier originally weighed 3 tons and was illuminated by 500 gas lamps; today, it holds 200 electric bulbs and weighs about 2 tons.

The ceiling fresco, 'The Apotheosis of Music' by Károly Lotz, is the largest secco painting in Hungary and crowns the auditorium.

Statues of Hungarian musical icons Ferenc Erkel and Franz Liszt stand at the main entrance, symbolizing the nation’s musical pride.

After a five-year renovation, the Opera House reopened in 2022 with modern upgrades, including new hydraulics, lifts, and climate control.

Why visit Hungarian State Opera?

Architectural masterpiece

Admire the neo-Renaissance design by Miklós Ybl, with its grand marble staircase, gold-gilt balconies, and mythological frescoes that make every visit a visual delight.

World-class acoustics

Hear opera and ballet exactly as intended, in an auditorium long admired for its exceptional acoustics and intimate sound design.

The stage in focus

The Opera offers a clear view into the practical side of performance spaces—how sightlines, seating tiers, and stage layout were designed to support large-scale productions—adding context that goes beyond surface-level beauty or historical facts.

Rich musical heritage

Discover the legacy of Hungarian composers like Ferenc Erkel and Franz Liszt, whose statues grace the façade, and learn about legendary premieres and artists.

Accessible & family-friendly

Enjoy modern amenities including wheelchair access, free cloakroom, and tours suitable for all ages, making the Opera House welcoming for everyone.

Plan your visit

Address

Budapest, Andrássy út 22, 1061 Hungary

Nearest Bus stop

Opera (Bus 105, 210, 979)

Nearest Metro station

Opera (M1 Metro)

Nearest Tram station

Oktogon (Tram 4/6)

Nearest Parking

Andrássy Avenue (Opera House)

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What our guests say

Mario D

Family
2 weeks ago
Excellent booking service for the Budapest Parliament Building, which was fully booked on its official website. Through Headout, we were able to purchase tickets for the tour at a higher price. We were met outside the entrance by two staff members who, working efficiently, checked our group’s documents and picked up the tickets at the ticket office. Once we received the tickets, we entered for the tour.

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Michela O

Italy
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2 weeks ago

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We absolutely loved this tour! From the very beginning, everything was well organized, and when we were welcomed, everything was clear. The tour itself was well-paced and well-structured, as were the audio guides. The palace is magnificent and makes you want to come back...

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Marina N

Bulgaria
Family
2 weeks ago

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We really enjoyed the tour; it helped us get a feel for the city and its history. The walking tour of the city center was especially fascinating. The guide, Claudia, was very witty and humorous. I would highly recommend you to my friends.

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Aron M

Couple
Dec 2025
very well, tour of all the center. bus clean and warm inside. everyone very nice. For sightseeing and very convenient

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