Dohány Street Synagogue: Fast Track Ticket

Deeply meaningful visit- beautiful though really architecturaly unusual synagogue. Guided tour (free with admission) was very helpful in getting oriented. Memorial, cemetary, museum and historical chronicle of 19-20th century, displayed in underground exhibit are all well worth the admission fee. Highly recommend the visit when in Budapest!

Dohány Street Synagogue — the second largest synagogue in the world and the largest in Europe. We visited in the sunday morning around 11 AM when there was a moderate crowd. Tickets are on the pricier side, and we opted for the English guided tour. They offer tours in several languages, and ours was quite informative, though it lasted only about 15–20 minutes. We got to learn some interesting facts about the synagogue’s history, its stunning architecture, and the local Jewish community’s past and resilience. The synagogue is absolutely beautiful from the inside, with intricate details and a sense of calm that really stands out. Don’t miss the memorial park and sculptures located behind the building — they add a moving and meaningful touch to the visit, especially the Tree of Life memorial dedicated to Holocaust victims. While the entrance fee is higher compared to other attractions in Budapest, the experience feels special and enriching. The whole complex — the synagogue, the museum, and the memorial — offers a glimpse into an important part of the city’s history. Definitely worth visiting if you’re exploring Budapest.

This is a historic site that should be on the "must do" list of anyone living in, or visiting BudaPest. They have tours in multiple languages throughout the day & it was a great benefit to our experience here. I highly recommend experiencing this piece of history.