Postal Museum – Budapest
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Introduction
The Postal Museum delights those interested in Hungarian postal history with a unique collection. Visitors can explore various historic tools, uniforms, and even try out the pneumatic post system, telegraph machines, and manual telephone exchanges.
About the Museum
Few people know that the Hungarian Royal Postal Service (simultaneously with the Austrian postal service) was the first in the world to introduce postcards. At the Millennium Exhibition, it even had its own pavilion showcasing the telephone newspaper, complete with a gilded receiver designed for Emperor Franz Joseph!
The Postal Museum preserves 150 years of Hungarian postal history and artifacts. The exhibition is located on the second floor of the beautifully restored Benczúr Palace in Budapest.
Exhibitions
Pioneers
This interactive exhibition highlights areas where the Hungarian Royal Postal Service was groundbreaking. Many exhibits are hands-on, allowing visitors to operate a telephone switchboard, create telegrams, and explore the workings of a 20th-century post office.
Temporary Exhibitions
The annual temporary exhibitions explore specific areas of postal history, offering visitors new perspectives on the everyday life of the Hungarian Post.
Visitor Information
Address:
1074 Budapest, Benczúr utca 27, Hungary
Opening Hours:
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Admission Fees:
- Adults: 1,500 HUF
- Students and Seniors: 800 HUF
- Family (2 adults + up to 3 children): 3,000 HUF
- Free: Children under 6 and seniors over 70
Facilities and Services:
- Guided tours/audio guides
- Restrooms
- Nearby dining options
- Bicycle storage
- Payment by card: MasterCard, VISA, Maestro
Accessibility:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Pet-friendly
Nearby Parking:
- Distance: 300 m
- Fee: 450 HUF/hour
Contact:
- Phone: +36 1 269 6838
- Email: info@postamuzeum.hu
Ratings and Reviews:
- Score: 9.5/10 based on 12 reviews
- “Small but fascinating exhibition about the history of postal services, with interactive displays.”
- “Helpful staff and a unique, engaging experience!”
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