Discover What's Inside Hungarian Parliament: The Heart of Hungarian Democracy

Comprising 96 steps, this majestic staircase with its red carpet leads from the main entrance to the Dome Hall. See the beautiful frescoes on the ceiling, all crafted by the esteemed painter Károly Lotz, and the decorative stained glass windows from the workshop of Miksa Róth on both sides of the staircase.

Towering nearly 27 meters high, the Dome Hall features an ambulatory on its lower level, leading to a magnificent vaulted ceiling adorned with vibrant stained glass windows. Since January 1, 2000, this hall has housed the Hungarian Holy Crown, protected by the Crown Guard of the Hungarian Armed Forces.

It is the largest room in the building, where the Hungarian Parliament meets. The hall is 200 feet long and 100 feet wide, accommodating up to 1,000 people at a time. The ceiling of the hall is decorated with a beautiful stained glass window depicting the coronation of King Saint Stephen, the first king of Hungary.

At a height of 96 metres, the Clock Tower is the tallest point in the building, offering unparalleled views of Budapest. If you’re feeling a bit adventurous, climb 365 steps leading to the top. Why 365? Well, one for each day of the year, of course! The tower has four bronze clocks, one on each side, that chime every hour.

This one is named for King Matthias Corvinus, who ruled Hungary in the 15th century. Matthias is known for establishing a solid standing army, reforming justice, and patronizing art and science, making Hungary the first country to embrace the Renaissance. He is revered as a hero in Hungarian and Slovak folk tales, and this room, decorated with frescoes depicts scenes from his life and also houses a collection of his armor and weapons.

Dating back to the 12th Century, the most important treasures of Hungary are kept in a secure vault in the Parliament Building. The jewels include the Holy Crown along with Hungarian monarchy’s Coronation Regalia, including the Orb, the Scepter, and the Sword of St. Stephen, which is said to have belonged to Saint Stephen, the first king of Hungary, and a symbol of the power and authority of the Hungarian monarchy.

See the statues of Lajos Kossuth and István Széchenyi in the Great Hall. János Fadrusz sculptures, including the statue of Gyula Andrássy, stand tall in front of the building. György Zala’s realistic portraits also dot the Hungarian Parliament interior, including the statues of Ferenc Deák and Lajos Batthyány in the Great Hall. On the exterior, you can see Mihály Kolozsváry’s decorative sculptures, alongside László Marton’s sculptures of the statues of Justice and Liberty.

The Hungarian Parliament is home to some of the most beautiful stained glass paintings in the world. These paintings were created by Miksa Róth, who is considered to be one of the masters of stained glass. Some of the most famous paintings include The Coronation of Saint Stephen, located in the Great Hall, The Battle of Mohács, in the Matthias Room, and the most familiar of all, The Tree of Life, located in the Rotunda of the Parliament House.

See intriguing artifacts, including copper statues and a 1:100 scale model of the Parliament. Modern technology enhances the exhibition with thematic insights on ten screens, revealing hidden spaces not included in your tour and presentations on the Parliament's construction history.

Adorned in gold plating, the City Side Staircase is one of the twenty-eight staircases within the Hungarian Parliament. Leading to the main floor of the building, this beautiful staircase is adorned with statues, stained glass windows, and intricate frescoes and offers lovely views of the Kossuth Square.

The Chamber of Peers now turned into a conference hall, boasts Slavonian oak panels, impeccable acoustics, a multi-level gallery, a substantial oak podium, and horseshoe seating. Adorning the main wall behind the podium are paintings featuring the coats of arms of Hungary's royal families.

The lounge, located next to the Dome Hall, preserves the memory of the old Hungarian national groups and crafts. There are many pyro granite sculptures, but the masterpiece that will catch your eye is Europe's largest hand-knotted carpet in a turquoise shade spread all across the hall.