Danube Palace, Budapest

Name: Danube Palace
Address: Budapest, Hungary
Telephone: +36 1 235 5500

#244 among attractions in Budapest

Baroque architecture, Theater, Architecture, Concerts and shows

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The Danube Palace is a Neo-Baroque concert hall located in the Inner City of Budapest, Hungary. It was built between 1883 and 1885 according to the plans of Vilmos Freund. It was known as the casino of Lipótváros – not in the sense of gambling - but an aristocratic club for entertainment. The Palace served as a place of culture, supporting many young artists. Bartók, Kodály, and Dvorák all played in its first-class concert hall. Since 1951 the building has been carrying out the cultural programs of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. It is home to the Danube Symphony Orchestra. ()

Local name: BM Duna Palota Opened: 1897 (127 years ago)Architectural style: Neo-BaroqueCapacity: 294Coordinates: 47°30'1"N, 19°2'57"E

Address

Belváros-Lipótváros (Lipótváros)Budapest Hungary

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+36 1 235 5500

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Danube Palace – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Stephen's Basilica, Chain Bridge, Shoes on the Danube Bank, Memorial for Victims of the German Occupation.

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Grand church with regular concerts
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Iconic 1800s stone suspension bridge
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Unique memorial sculpture by the river
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Memorial
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Monuments and statues
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Waterfront
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Square
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Monuments and statues
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Danube Palace open?

Danube Palace is open:

Monday 9 am - 7 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 7 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 7 pm
Thursday 9 am - 7 pm
Friday 9 am - 7 pm
Saturday 9 am - 7 pm
Sunday 9 am - 7 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Danube Palace?

Nearby attractions include Inner City, Budapest (1 min walk), Central European University, Budapest (2 min walk), Park of Széchenyi István tér, Budapest (3 min walk), Akadémia utca, Budapest (3 min walk).

How to get to Danube Palace by public transport?

The nearest stations to Danube Palace:

Bus

Zrínyi utca • Lines: 115, 15 (2 min walk)
Széchenyi István tér • Lines: 105, 178 (3 min walk)

Tram

Széchenyi István tér • Lines: 2, 2M (4 min walk)
Eötvös tér • Lines: 2, 2M (5 min walk)

Metro

Deák Ferenc tér • Lines: M1, M2 (7 min walk)
Vörösmarty tér • Lines: M1 (7 min walk)

Trolleybus

Kossuth Lajos tér M • Lines: 70, 78 (10 min walk)
Zichy Jenő utca • Lines: 70, 78 (14 min walk)

Train

Clark Ádám tér (13 min walk)
Szent György tér (14 min walk)

Light rail

Batthyány tér • Lines: H5 (17 min walk)
Margit híd, budai hídfő • Lines: H5 (30 min walk)