The Dohány Street Synagogue, the largest in Europe and the second-largest in the world, is a must-visit landmark in Budapest. This richly decorated sacred site is associated with Hungary’s Neolog Jewish community and boasts over 160 years of history. Hourly guided tours are available in eight languages, and tickets also grant access to the Hungarian Jewish Museum, the cemetery garden, the Wallenberg Memorial Park, the Lapidarium, and the ghetto exhibition.

Please note: The ticket office and entrance close one hour before the official closing time.

A Historical Gem

The synagogue was completed in just five years, opening its doors in September 1859 in downtown Pest. Designed by Ludwig Förster in a Moorish Revival style, the building stands out with its domes, geometric patterns, and floral motifs.

Tragically, during World War II, the synagogue became part of the Budapest Ghetto in 1944. Nearly 70,000 persecuted individuals were crammed into this area, with many succumbing to illness, hunger, or violence. Today, a mass grave in the temple garden serves as the final resting place for thousands of Holocaust victims.

Dress Code

As a religious site, visitors must respect the dress code: no sleeveless tops, short skirts, or shorts. Men are required to wear a head covering, which can be purchased at the ticket office if needed.

Fascinating Features

Inside the three-aisle synagogue, you’ll notice one of the key innovations of the Neolog movement: men and women can worship in the same space, with men seated on the ground floor and women in the gallery. The synagogue offers 3,000 seats, with an interior spanning 12,000 square metres and towers rising 44 metres high. A 5,090-pipe organ and 49 bells accompany religious services.

Did you know the synagogue is closed on Saturdays? This is due to Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest, which begins at sunset on Friday and ends after nightfall on Saturday. During this time, no work or creative activities are permitted, symbolising devotion to God as the ultimate creator.

Getting There

From Nyugati Railway Station, take Metro Line M3 to Deák Ferenc Square, then walk a few hundred metres via Károly Boulevard to Wesselényi Street. From Keleti Railway Station, take Metro Line M2 to Astoria Station. Paid parking is available near the synagogue.

Address: 1074 Budapest, Dohány Street 2, Hungary
Contact: +36 1 413 5584 | turizmus@mazsihisz.hu

Visitor Information

• Opening Hours:
  • Monday to Thursday: 10:00–16:00
  • Friday: 10:00–14:00
  • Sunday: 10:00–16:00
  • Closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays
• Ticket Prices:
  • Adults: 10,800 HUF
  • Students: 8,600 HUF
  • Children: 4,000 HUF
  • Family Pass (2 adults + 2 children): 25,000 HUF
  • Children under 6: Free

Upcoming Event

Varnus Xaver & Rhoda Scott Concert

• Date: 10 June 2025

Experience the history, architecture, and cultural significance of the Dohány Street Synagogue, a true gem in the heart of Budapest!