With building styles ranging from Romanesque to Gothic Renaissance to Baroque, Vajdahunyad Castle (Vajdahunyadvar) provides a visual depiction of the country's architectural history. Built in 1896 as part of the Millennial Exhibition celebrating 1,000 years since the Hungarian Conquest, it hosts festivals and concerts in the courtyard, and houses the Hungarian Agricultural Museum. Entrance to the main courtyard is free, but you must purchase tickets to explore the museum inside the castle. Add Vajdahunyad Castle (Vajdahunyadvar) and other attractions to your Budapest trip itinerary using our Budapest trip planner.
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This was possibly the joint highlight of the visit to Budapest... Along with the parliament building. It was morning, very quiet, and so very beautiful... Picturesque even. Loved it. Essential...
This was possibly the joint highlight of the visit to Budapest... Along with the parliament building. It was morning, very quiet, and so very beautiful... Picturesque even. Loved it. Essential... more »
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Beautiful area. Gorgeous gardens. Very near hero’s sq and the baths. Also the zoo too. Aim to do all these in one day. Bring your own water for after the baths as drinks off local vendors a rip..... more
Beautiful area. Gorgeous gardens. Very near hero’s sq and the baths. Also the zoo too. Aim to do all these in one day. Bring your own water for after the baths as drinks off local vendors a rip..... more »
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The history of this place is mind blowing. The preservation efforts contributed to this place is astonishing! Not only does it give you insight on the history of Hungary, it also gives you a broad view on what was accomplished in history and it is quite sad that the same creativity and talent is not as common. Remarkable and worth a visit!
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I didn't visit the museum but the castle itself is really a gem
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