Synagogue
Budapest has a long and illustrious past that is steeped in a variety of cultures, and the Dohány Street Synagogue is one of the best places to get the feeling of it.
Hop off from the Hop On Hop Off bus at the 4th stop to visit one of the few traditional synagogues that still stands in Europe.
The Great Synagogue, or Nagy Zsinagóga as it is known in Hungarian, was constructed between the years 1854 and 1859 and is an essential wonder of the Moorish Revival Style. It proudly represents the rich, but frequently difficult, multicultural past of Hungary's capital city. Due to the fact that the Dohány street used to be the traditional Jewish neighborhood of the city, the building was spared throughout both the Second World War and the Holocaust. A trip to this architectural marvel is an absolute requirement if you are serious about expanding your knowledge of Budapest and its rich Jewish history.
Your Budapest Hop on Hop off trip will drop you off at either the Astoria or City Hall stops, and from there you are free to explore the surrounding neighborhood. It is important to keep in mind that the Dohány Street Synagogue is still in operation, and as such, any time you enter this facility, you will be expected to adhere to a set of guidelines. No shirts, hats, or other types of apparel that expose too much skin are permitted within the building, which houses an impressive museum. If you bring your own kippah or buy one at the door, you won't need anything else to participate in the ceremony. The building is open for visitors from 10 am to 6 pm local time Sunday through Thursday. However, visitors should be aware that the facility closes sooner on Fridays, at approximately 3 pm. Although there is a fee of 14 Euros (or 4500 HUF) to enter the Synagogue, there are discounts available.
The Hop On Hop Off bus stops in front of the Synagogue, so you surely won't miss it. Check out our map too!
FAQ
Standard adult tickets currently cost 10,800 HUF (approx. €27). This entry fee is an "all-in-one" ticket that includes the Jewish Museum, the Heroes' Temple, the Raoul Wallenberg Memorial Park, and a guided tour. Students and families can access discounted rates starting around 8,600 HUF.
As a place of worship, a strict dress code is enforced. Shoulders and knees must be covered for all genders. Men are required to wear a head covering (kippah), which is provided for free at the entrance if you don't have one. Sleeveless tops and short skirts are not permitted.
The Synagogue is always closed on Saturdays for the Jewish Sabbath. Typical hours are Sunday to Thursday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It is also closed on all major Jewish holidays, so check the official calendar before visiting.
It is the largest synagogue in Europe and the second largest in the world (after the Belz Great Synagogue in Jerusalem). It can seat 3,000 people and features a unique Moorish Revival style with architecture that interestingly resembles a Christian basilica.
Located in the Raoul Wallenberg Memorial Park behind the main building, the Emmanuel Memorial Tree (Tree of Life) is a weeping willow made of silver and steel. Each leaf is inscribed with the name of a Hungarian Holocaust victim. It was funded in part by American actor Tony Curtis.
Yes, guided tours in multiple languages (including English, German, French, and Hebrew) are included in the price and start every 30–60 minutes. These tours are highly rated as they provide essential context on the history of the Budapest Ghetto.
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