Spending Easter 2025 in Budapest? You picked a perfect time! From April 18th (Good Friday) to April 21st (Easter Monday), the city will be full of spring vibes, traditions, and sunshine. The weather looks fantastic, so we recommend one thing: walk, walk, walk!
But before you head out, here’s a handy cheat sheet to help you plan your days without running into closed doors. Let’s dive in!

Shops & Markets

Most supermarkets, shopping centers, and even the Great Market Hall are closed on Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday.
Open on Holy Saturday: all shops and convenience stores will be open on April 19
Great Market Hall (April 19, Saturday): open 6:00am–3:00pm

Thermal Baths (Yes, they’re open!)

Budapest’s famous spas are perfect for relaxing after a good walk during Easter 2025 in Budapest.

• Széchenyi: 8:00am – 8:00pm

• Gellért: 9:00am – 7:00pm

• Rudas: 6:00am – 8:00pm

• Lukács: 7:00am – 7:00pm

Museums & Attractions

Most museums stay open for Easter 2025 in Budapest, with only a few closures on April 21.

• Hungarian Parliament: 8:00am – 4:00pm

• Museum of Fine Arts: 10:00am – 6:00pm (closed April 22)

• National Gallery: 10:00am – 6:00pm (closed April 22)

• Hungarian National Museum: open April 18–20, closed April 21

• Museum of Ethnography: open April 18–20, closed April 21

• Hospital in the Rock Museum: open every day

• House of Terror: open April 18–20, closed April 21

Churches & Synagogues

Looking to visit places of worship during Easter 2025 in Budapest? Here’s what’s open:

Matthias Church

• April 18 (Fri): 9:00am – 2:15pm

• April 19 (Sat): closed

• April 20 (Sun): 1:15pm – 5:00pm

• April 21 (Mon): 9:00am – 5:00pm

St. Stephen’s Basilica

• April 17 (Thu): 1:00pm-4:00pm

• April 18 (Fri): 10:00am – 5:00pm

• April 19 (Sat): 9:00am – 5:00pm

• April 20–21 (Sun & Mon): 1:00pm – 5:45pm

Synagogues

• Dohány Street: closed April 19–20

• Rumbach Street: closed April 19–20

Public Transport

Transport is running as usual but on a holiday schedule. To avoid delays during Easter 2025 in Budapest, plan ahead.

Easter Market

The Vörösmarty Square Easter Market is open daily from 11:00am to 9:00pm – perfect for picking up handmade gifts and soaking up the festive spirit of Easter 2025 in Budapest.

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Have a lovely Easter weekend, and if you’re joining one of our free Budapest walking tours, we can’t wait to meet you! All our free tours are running as usual throughout the holiday.

Happy Exploring, Happy Easter 2025 in Budapest!