Located beneath Buda Castle, the Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum played a significant role during some of the most challenging periods of the 20th century, treating hundreds of injured individuals during World War II.
Guided Tours
The museum is only accessible via guided tours. Hour-long Hungarian-language tours start every hour.
English-language tours are available depending on capacity. For other languages, disposable guides are offered in six languages (English, French, German, Italian, Russian, and Spanish) to complement the Hungarian tours. Please note that audio guides are temporarily unavailable.
- Group size: Maximum of 10 participants (no minimum group size required).
Important Information
- Entry is not permitted for children under 6 years old and is not recommended for children under 12. Visitors aged 6–12 may enter only with parental consent and supervision.
- Photography, video recording, and audio recording are not allowed inside the museum. Photography permits are not available.
History
The staff at the hospital often risked their lives to help others. Several aristocratic women, including Countess Ilona Andrássy, Countess Ilona Széchenyi, and the widow of István Horthy, worked here. During the Siege of Budapest, it was the last operational hospital until its closure after the end of World War II.
In November 1945, the facility became home to the Vaccine-Producing and Research Institute, producing typhus vaccines, primarily for export to Yugoslavia. Vaccine production ceased after nationalisation in 1948, and the site was classified in the early 1950s.
During the Cold War, the hospital was expanded and reinforced to make it nuclear-proof, enabling it to function during chemical or nuclear attacks. This classified facility, opened in 1962, remained a “top secret object” until 2002, coded LOSK 0101/1.
The museum was first opened to the public during the 2007 Night of Museums and has operated with regular hours since 2008. Its primary goal is to showcase the realities of war and emphasise the value of peace. Original furnishings, authentic settings, and live guided tours create an immersive experience of Hungary’s pivotal historical moments, offering visitors a true journey through time.
Address:
1012 Budapest, Lovas út 4/c, Hungary
Phone: +36 70 701 0101
Email: info@sziklakorhaz.eu
Visitor Reviews
9.8 – Excellent
Based on 18 reviews
- 100% would recommend to friends
- 1-hour visit
- Worth visiting all year round
Opening Hours
- Monday – Sunday: 10:00 – 19:00
Prices
- Adult entry fee: From 7,500 HUF
- Student (ages 19–26, with ID): From 5,500 HUF
- Child (ages 6–18): From 3,750 HUF
- Senior (ages 65–69): From 5,500 HUF
- Family (1 adult + 1 child): From 7,500 HUF
Facilities
- General:
- Air-conditioned
- WiFi
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Advance booking: Not required
- ATM nearby: 200 m
- Languages spoken: Hungarian, English
- Pet-friendly
- On-site Services:
- Free cloakroom
- Lockers
- Restrooms
- Bicycle storage
- Guided tours/audio guides available
- Nearby dining options
- Payment Options:
- Bank cards: MasterCard, VISA, Amex, Maestro
- SZÉP cards: OTP, MBH, MKB, K&H
- Parking:
- Paid street parking nearby
- 600 HUF/hour
Getting There
- Distance from railway station: 500 m
- Distance from bus stop: 400 m
Step back in time and discover the dramatic history of Hungary at this unique museum!
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