The second largest and most beautiful Synagogue in the world, after the Great Synagogue in Jerusalem. In short: a must-see!
The Dohany Street Synagogue in Budapest is a good starting point to learn more about Jewish Budapest.
Learn about the history and architecture of this wonderful Jewish religious monument.
You can also join one of the Jewish Heritage Tours, visiting the Dohany Street Synagogue and its associated attractions, including the Jewish Museum.
The Jewish Quarter (Seventh District) holds many treasures, so allow plenty of time to explore
Location
Dohány Street.
Schedule
June to October: from 10 am – 7:30 pm (Friday until 4:30 pm).
November to February: from 10 am – 3:30 pm (Friday until 1:30 pm).
March to May: from 10 am – 5:30 pm (Friday until 3:30 pm).
Saturdays: closed
Price
Adults: 3,000 Ft (US$ 8.70)
Students: 2,000 Ft (US$ 5.80)
Children 6 – 16: 800 Ft (US$ 2.30)
Children under 6: Free.
Great Synagogue Guided Tour € 49 (US$ 52.70)
Transport
Metro: Astoria, line 2 (red).
Bus: Károly körút, line 74.
Tram: Astoria, lines 47 and 49.
Nearby places
Hungarian National Museum (547 m) Váci Utca (608 m) Inner City Parish Church (717 m) St. Stephen’s Basilica (717 m) State Opera House (753 m)