National Archives of Hungary, Budapest

Name: National Archives of Hungary
Address: Becsikapu ter 2-4, Budapest, 1014, Hungary
Telephone: +36 1 225 2843

#130 among attractions in Budapest

Forts and castles, Specialty museum, Museum, Library, More...

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Facts and practical information

The National Archives of Hungary were created in 1756. They were first located in Pressburg. In 1784, they were transferred to Buda. ()

Local name: Magyar Nemzeti Levéltár Coordinates: 47°30'18"N, 19°1'48"E

Address

Becsikapu ter 2-4Várkerület (Várnegyed)Budapest 1014 Hungary

Contact

+36 1 225 2843

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Day trips

National Archives of Hungary – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Matthias Church, Fisherman's Bastion, Saint Anne Parish, Millenáris.

~1580 ftSE
Late-Gothic Roman Catholic church
Matthias Church, Budapest
8 min walk • Matthias Church, with its stunning Gothic architecture, stands as a beacon of historical significance in the heart of Budapest, Hungary. This Roman Catholic church, officially named the Church of the Assumption of the Buda Castle, is one of the city's most prominent...
~1390 ftSE
Turreted fortress and city views
Fisherman's Bastion, Budapest
7 min walk • Perched atop Castle Hill, overlooking the Danube River and the city of Budapest, Fisherman's Bastion stands as a fairy-tale-like monument, a magical concoction of neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque architecture. Constructed between 1895 and 1902, this sight is more than...
0.4 miE
Church, Baroque architecture
Saint Anne Parish, Budapest
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Budapest, the Saint Anne Parish stands as a beacon of Baroque architecture and spiritual heritage. This Roman Catholic church, located on the western side of the Danube in the Buda district, is an epitome of religious artistry and an oasis of...
0.4 miNW
Park
Millenáris, Budapest
11 min walk • Millenáris, a vibrant cultural and recreational park nestled in the heart of Budapest, Hungary, is a contemporary oasis that offers a slice of tranquility amid the bustling city life. This multifunctional urban space, situated in the Buda side of the city near Széll...
0.4 miSE
Forts and castles
Castle Quarter, Budapest
11 min walk • Nestled atop the hills of Buda, the Castle Quarter in Budapest, Hungary, is a historical treasure and an architectural marvel that attracts visitors from around the globe. This UNESCO World Heritage site, also known as the Buda Castle District, is a picturesque area...
~1540 ftS
Forts and castles, Museum, Specialty museum
Hospital in the Rock, Budapest
8 min walk • Nestled beneath the historic Buda Castle lies the Hospital in the Rock, a unique attraction steeped in the rich history of Budapest, Hungary. This former secret emergency hospital and nuclear bunker, carved out of the natural cave system under Castle Hill, offers...
~1310 ftNW
Square, Fountain
Széll Kálmán tér, Budapest
7 min walk • Széll Kálmán tér, formerly known as Moszkva tér, is a key public square and transport hub in Budapest, Hungary. Situated in the Buda side of the city, this bustling square is not only a central point for the district but also a gateway for many tourists exploring...
0.5 miE
Square, Tram
Batthyány Square, Budapest
12 min walk • Batthyány Square is a town square in Budapest. It is located on the Buda side of the Danube directly opposite the Hungarian Parliament Building. It is named after Lajos Batthyány, the first Prime Minister of Hungary, and a statue for him was erected in 2008.
~830 ftE
Forts and castles
Erdélyi Bastion, Budapest
5 min walk • Erdélyi Bastion is a bastion at Buda Castle in Budapest, Hungary. It is sometimes called in English the Transylvanian bastion.
~180 ftE
City gate
Vienna Gate, Budapest
1 min walk • The Vienna Gate is located at the Vienna Gate Square, Buda Castle, in 1st District, Budapest, Hungary. As the name suggests, it was the port connecting the Castle with the highway to Vienna.
~290 ftSE
Church, Eclectic architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Lutheran Church of Budavár, Budapest
2 min walk • Lutheran Church of Budavár is the oldest Lutheran church of Buda. It was built in 1895 at Vienna Gate Square in the 1st District of Budapest. The first church for the Lutherans of Buda was built by Maria Dorothea, third wife of Palatine Joseph, in 1846, at hu:Dísz tér.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to National Archives of Hungary?

Nearby attractions include Vienna Gate, Budapest (1 min walk), Lutheran Church of Budavár, Budapest (2 min walk), Medieval Jewish Chapel, Budapest (2 min walk), Mary Magdalene Tower, Budapest (3 min walk).

How to get to National Archives of Hungary by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Archives of Hungary:

Bus

Bécsi kapu tér • Lines: 116, 16, 16A, 916 (1 min walk)
Kapisztrán tér • Lines: 116, 16, 16A, 916 (2 min walk)

Metro

Széll Kálmán tér • Lines: M2 (7 min walk)
Déli pályaudvar • Lines: M2 (10 min walk)

Tram

Széna tér • Lines: 17, 4, 6 (7 min walk)
Széll Kálmán tér M • Lines: 17, 4, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 6, 61 (8 min walk)

Train

Budapest-Déli (12 min walk)
Szent György tér (17 min walk)

Light rail

Batthyány tér • Lines: H5 (12 min walk)
Margit híd, budai hídfő • Lines: H5 (22 min walk)

Trolleybus

Kossuth Lajos tér M • Lines: 70, 78 (24 min walk)
Báthory utca / Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út • Lines: 70, 78 (31 min walk)