Károlyi Palace

The Károlyi Palace is a literary museum housed in a baroque structure in Budapest. Its rooms feature high ceilings, marble staircases, and classical decorative details spread across three levels.

The building began as an aristocratic residence of the Károlyi family in the 18th century and became a literary museum in 1954. This transformation made it a place where visitors can learn about important writers and their work.

The museum houses writings and belongings of important Hungarian authors, offering visitors a direct look at how these writers lived and worked. Personal items displayed throughout the rooms show the daily lives of people who shaped the country's literature.

The museum operates on a regular weekly schedule and visitors should expect stairs throughout the building since it spans three levels. A restaurant area in the garden offers a place to rest and eat during your visit.

The palace has a garden with century-old trees where visitors can step outside and enjoy the space among historical architecture and plants. This outdoor area is often overlooked by people focused only on the indoor collections and rooms.

Location: Budapest District V

GPS coordinates: 47.49139,19.05833

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:07