The Hungarian Geological Institute Building
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This hidden art nouveau gem was designed by an architect in search of a national style.

๐Ÿ“œ Historic Art Nouveau building housing Hungary's oldest scientific research institute, established in 1869. ๐Ÿ” Features a geological museum with extensive collections, housing over 180,000 fossils, minerals, and rocks.

Why Go

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Admire unique Hungarian Art Nouveau architecture by ร–dรถn Lechner
๐ŸŽจ See brightly colored Zsolnay tiled roof representing the ancient Tethys Ocean
โœจ Discover fossil details, folk art elements, and geological themes throughout
๐Ÿ”ฌ Explore the country's largest geological collection
๐Ÿ’Ž Explore 23 thematic geological collections
๐Ÿ†“ Free entry on Earth's Day and European Heritage Day

Why Avoid

โš ๏ธ Individual weekday visits require advance arrangement or may not be possible

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ Adults 500 HUF, Students/Pensioners 250 HUF, Student Groups (min. 10) 150 HUF, Budapest Card 250 HUF. Free on Earth's Day (April 22) and European Heritage Day (September weekend).

Hours

๐Ÿ•’ Thursdays, Saturdays & Sundays 10 am to 4 pm. Other times for groups by appointment.

Getting There

๐ŸšŒ Accessible by bus 7, 73, 67V, trolley 75, 77, or metro 2.

Tips

โฐ Allow 60-90 minutes for a visit.

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