Petőﬁ Literary Museum, Budapest

Name: Petőﬁ Literary Museum
Address: Károlyi u. 16., Budapest, 1053, Hungary
Telephone: +36 1 317 3611

#83 among attractions in Budapest

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The Petőﬁ Literary Museum is a major Hungarian museum in Budapest. It was founded in 1954, as the successor organisation to Petőfi House. It was named to honour the memory of Sándor Petőfi. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 47°29'30"N, 19°3'31"E

Address

Károlyi u. 16.Belváros-Lipótváros (Belváros)Budapest 1053 Hungary

Contact

+36 1 317 3611

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Petőﬁ Literary Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Great Market Hall, Dohány Street Synagogue, Váci Street, Hungarian National Museum.

~560 mS
Huge market built in late 19th-century
Great Market Hall, Budapest
9 min walk • The Great Market Hall, also known as Central Market Hall, stands as a testament to Budapest's rich cultural heritage and bustling daily life. Located at the end of the city's renowned Váci Street, this architectural marvel is not only the largest and oldest indoor...
~520 mN
Iconic 19th-century religious complex
Dohány Street Synagogue, Budapest
9 min walk • The Dohány Street Synagogue, also known as the Great Synagogue, is a magnificent jewel in the heart of Budapest, Hungary. Standing as the largest synagogue in Europe and the second-largest in the world, this architectural masterpiece can accommodate up to 3,000...
~420 mW
Shopping, Shopping district
Váci Street, Budapest
7 min walk • Váci Street is the quintessential shopping boulevard of Budapest, Hungary, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse shopping experiences. This bustling pedestrian thoroughfare runs through the heart of the city's historic district and is often the first stop...
~260 mE
Museum of Hungarian history and culture
Hungarian National Museum, Budapest
5 min walk • The Hungarian National Museum is a cultural beacon in the heart of Budapest, Hungary. Established in 1802, this museum is a repository of the nation's history, from the foundation of the Hungarian state to the modern era.
~100 mS
Church, Baroque architecture
Egyetemi Templom, Budapest
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~710 mS
Circa-1890s bridge open to pedestrians
Liberty Bridge, Budapest
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~730 mNW
Waterfront
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12 min walk • Nestled along the majestic flow of the Danube River in the heart of Budapest, the Danube Promenade, or Duna Korzó, offers travelers a picturesque stroll through the cultural and historical tapestry of Hungary's capital. This charming riverfront walk is a...
~640 mNW
Imposing Art Nouveau venue for music
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11 min walk • Vigadó is Budapest's second largest concert hall, located on the Eastern bank of the Danube in Budapest, Hungary. Although the acoustics are lacking, the building itself, designed by Frigyes Feszl in 1859, makes a bold impression along the Pest embankment.
~690 mNE
Nightlife, Restaurant
Szimpla Kert, Budapest
11 min walk • Szimpla Kert is a romkocsma, which means "ruin pub" in Hungarian, located in the Jewish Quarter of the 7th district of Budapest, Hungary. The pub started as a place for people to find a cheap drink in a relaxed environment, but has grown to become a tourist attraction and community center.
~550 mSE
Vast repository with grand 1800s centre
Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library, Budapest
9 min walk • Fővárosi Szabó Ervin Könyvtár is the largest library network in Budapest, Hungary. The Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library's main branch is housed in the 19th-century neo-baroque Wenckheim Palace.
~790 mN
Karaoke, Scenic walking areas, Bars and clubs
Gozsdu-udvar, Budapest
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Petőﬁ Literary Museum?

Nearby attractions include Egyetemi Templom, Budapest (2 min walk), Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest (3 min walk), Ferenciek tere, Budapest (3 min walk), Ady Endre Emlékmúzeum, Budapest (4 min walk).

How to get to Petőﬁ Literary Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Petőﬁ Literary Museum:

Bus

Ferenciek tere M • Lines: 108E, 110, 110E, 112, 115, 133E, 15, 5, 7, 8E, 907, 908, 916, 956, 973, 973A, 990 (5 min walk)
Kálvin tér M • Lines: 100E, 115, 15, 9, 909, 909A, 914, 914A, 934, 950, 950A, 979, 979A, M3 (5 min walk)

Tram

Astoria M • Lines: 47, 48, 49 (6 min walk)
Kálvin tér M • Lines: 47, 47B, 48, 49 (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Astoria M • Lines: 72M (6 min walk)
Kálvin tér M • Lines: 72M, 83 (8 min walk)

Metro

Kálvin tér • Lines: M4 (6 min walk)
Astoria • Lines: M2 (7 min walk)

Light rail

Boráros tér • Lines: H7 (25 min walk)
Batthyány tér • Lines: H5 (36 min walk)

Train

Clark Ádám tér (26 min walk)
Szent György tér (26 min walk)