The House of Terror Museum stands at Andrássy út 60 in Budapest, on one of the city's best-known boulevards. It is a memorial museum that documents the fascist and communist regimes that ruled Hungary during the twentieth century. It is also known by its Hungarian name, Terror Háza Múzeum.
The building itself
The museum occupies the former headquarters of the secret police, and that history is part of the visit. Walking through the rooms where the regimes once operated gives the exhibition a weight that a purpose-built gallery could not. The setting is a reminder of how these institutions functioned in daily life, not only in documents and photographs.
What to expect
The museum focuses on the period of Hungary's fascist and communist rule and on the people who lived under it. Visitors come to understand how political power was exercised and how ordinary citizens were affected. The subject is serious and often difficult, so the visit suits those who want a thoughtful, sober experience rather than a light outing.
- A memorial museum on twentieth-century Hungarian history
- Housed in the former secret police headquarters
- Well suited to visitors interested in history and political memory
Around the museum
Andrássy út is a long, tree-lined avenue, and the museum's location makes it easy to combine with a walk along the street or a visit to the nearby city centre. Those planning ahead can call the museum on +36 1 374 2600 to check current arrangements before going.
