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Hungarian National Museum (Magyar Nemzeti Múzeum): free entry days, tickets & hours
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National Museum is next free on Friday, 20 August 2027 (in 10 months).
- Free for all visitors on Hungarian national holidays (15 Mar, 20 Aug, 23 Oct).
- Also free: Third Saturday of every month: permanent exhibitions free for Hungarian/EEA citizens under 26; Children under 6 (Hungarian/EEA citizens) free; Adults over 70 (Hungarian/EEA citizens) free; Visitors with disabilities + 1 companion (Hungarian/EEA citizens) free.
- Otherwise: permanent exhibitions (adult, full price) — Ft 3,500.
Calendar
Free days at National Museum
For everyone
- FRI20AUGFriday, 20 August 2027 · in 10 months
- SAT23OCTSaturday, 23 October 2027 · in 12 months
For EU/EEA residents under 26
- SAT21NOVSaturday, 21 November 2026 · in 4 weeks · 10:00–18:00
- SAT19DECSaturday, 19 December 2026 · in 8 weeks · 10:00–18:00
- SAT16JANSaturday, 16 January 2027 · in 3 months · 10:00–18:00
- SAT20FEBSaturday, 20 February 2027 · in 4 months · 10:00–18:00
- SAT20MARSaturday, 20 March 2027 · in 5 months · 10:00–18:00
- SAT17APRSaturday, 17 April 2027 · in 6 months · 10:00–18:00
2 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Under 26 with an EU/EEA ID? Go on the third Saturday of the month for free.
- The 'American Dream' temporary exhibition is included in the permanent-exhibition ticket.
- Ticket office closes at 17:00.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free dayFree for all visitors on Hungarian national holidays (15 Mar, 20 Aug, 23 Oct) | everyone | Listed among free-admission groups; unlike the other lines it carries no EEA restriction (English page: '15 March, 20 August, 23 October all visitors'). 15 Mar 2027 is a Monday (normal closing day) - opening not yet confirmed, so not dated. | No |
| Free dayThird Saturday of every month: permanent exhibitions free for Hungarian/EEA citizens under 26 · 10:00–18:00 | EU/EEA residents under 26 | Also free that day for up to two close relatives accompanying at least two under-18s. Proof of citizenship/age required. | No |
| Free forChildren under 6 (Hungarian/EEA citizens) free | under 6 eea | Free tickets only at the museum ticket office with ID; not online. | No |
| Free forAdults over 70 (Hungarian/EEA citizens) free | over 70 eea | — | No |
| Free forVisitors with disabilities + 1 companion (Hungarian/EEA citizens) free | visitors with disabilities (+1 companion) | — | No |
Official prices
National Museum ticket prices
| Permanent exhibitions (adult, full price) — Discounted 1,750 HUF for Hungarian/EEA citizens aged 6-26 or 62-70; family ticket (EEA) 7,200 HUF. | Ft 3,500 |
| Guided tour in English (group of 1-30, plus admission) | Ft 25,000 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (permanent exhibitions (adult, full price)). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
Best-rated tickets and tours: National Museum
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–18:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–18:00 |
Tue-Sun 10:00-18:00 (ticket office closes 17:00); closed Mondays.
Múzeum körút 14-16, 1088 Budapest, Hungary
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FAQ
National Museum: common questions
Is National Museum free?
National Museum is free for everyone on Hungarian national holidays (15 Mar, 20 Aug, 23 Oct). Also free: Third Saturday of every month: permanent exhibitions free for Hungarian/EEA citizens under 26; Children under 6 (Hungarian/EEA citizens) free; Adults over 70 (Hungarian/EEA citizens) free; Visitors with disabilities + 1 companion (Hungarian/EEA citizens) free. Otherwise the official ticket costs Ft 3,500.
When are the free days at National Museum for EU/EEA residents under 26?
Upcoming free dates for EU/EEA residents under 26: Sat 21 Nov (10:00–18:00), Sat 19 Dec (10:00–18:00), Sat 16 Jan (10:00–18:00) and Sat 20 Feb (10:00–18:00). Bring proof of eligibility; booking rules are listed above.
Who gets free entry to National Museum?
Under 6 eea — free tickets only at the museum ticket office with ID; not online.. Over 70 eea. Visitors with disabilities (+1 companion).
How much is a ticket to National Museum?
Permanent exhibitions (adult, full price) costs Ft 3,500 on the official site.
What day is National Museum closed?
National Museum is closed on Mondays. Tue-Sun 10:00-18:00 (ticket office closes 17:00); closed Mondays.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- mnm.hu/belepojegy-0 · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
- mnm.hu/en/tickets · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
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