Kecskemét City Hall

Kecskemét City Hall is an Art Nouveau structure with a decorative facade featuring colorful tiles and intricate ornamental patterns. A statue of Árpád adorns the central entrance and gives the building its distinctive character.

Construction of the city hall began in 1893 following a design competition and was completed in 1897 by architects Ödön Lechner and Gyula Pártos. The building now stands as part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, representing a pivotal moment in Hungarian architecture.

The interior walls feature murals by Bertalan Székely depicting key national events. These artworks shape the character of the space and tell stories from Hungarian history.

The building is located on Kossuth ter and is accessible to visitors during weekday hours. Plan your visit during daytime and expect it to be busier during peak periods.

The building integrates Hungarian folk art patterns and local ceramic tiles into its design, creating a fusion of tradition and modernity. This material choice makes it a special example of how regional identity and contemporary design come together.

Location: Kecskemét

Architects: Ödön Lechner

Architectural style: Art Nouveau

Part of: Ödön Lechner’s independent pre-modern architecture

Address: Kossuth tér

GPS coordinates: 46.90676,19.69178

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:51