Castles and Art in Budapest

This collection highlights the architectural and cultural landmarks of eastern Budapest and the neighboring towns of Pécel, Gyömrő, and Maglód. It features Neoclassical and Baroque manors like the Ráday-kastély, known for its 18th-century frescoes, and the Teleki-kastély, designed by József Hild. The selection also includes contemporary art galleries in the 18th district and the Merzse-marsh Nature Reserve, which offers a bird-watching tower within one of the city's last remaining wetland habitats.

Podmaniczky–Vigyázó-kastély

A Neoclassical manor in the 17th district, originally built in the 1760s and later reconstructed. It served as a cultural hub for the Podmaniczky and Vigyázó families and features a large surrounding park.

Ráday-kastély

An 18th-century Baroque manor in Pécel, famous for its wall paintings and the extensive library of Gedeon Ráday. The architecture reflects the distinct Grassalkovich style.

Merzse-marsh

Merzse-marsh Nature Reserve is a nature reserve located at the eastern edge of Budapest, close to the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International…

Fáy-kastély

Neoclassical manor house in Pécel that served as a frequent meeting place for prominent Hungarian literary figures during the 19th-century Reform Era.

Teleki-kastély

Neoclassical manor in Gyömrő designed by renowned architect József Hild in the 1840s, featuring a distinctive portico with Ionic columns.

Wodiáner-kastély

Late 19th-century manor house in Maglód, featuring eclectic architectural elements typical of the period's country residences.

Pestszentimrei Közösségi Ház

Local community center and art gallery hosting seasonal exhibitions and cultural events in the Pestszentimre neighborhood.

Pavilongaléria

A local art gallery located in the Pestszentlőrinc district, showcasing works by contemporary Hungarian artists.

Havanna Kiállítóhely

An exhibition space located within the Havanna housing estate, focusing on local history and community art projects.

Fehéren Feketén Galéria

A neighborhood art gallery in the 18th district dedicated to temporary exhibitions of fine and applied arts.