Országos Széchényi Könyvtár

Nemzeti Könyvtár in Budapest District I

4.2 (274)

CategoryNemzeti Könyvtár · Információs szolgáltatások, Turistalátványosság
AddressBudapest, Szent György tér 4-5-6, 1014
StreetSzent György tér
AreaBudapest District I
Phone+36 1 224 3700
Google rating 4.2 (274)
SourceGoogle Maps and public records · listed Oct 5, 2026 · updated Oct 7, 2026

Opening hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday14:00–19:00
Wednesday10:00–17:00
Thursday10:00–17:00
Friday9:00–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

About Országos Széchényi Könyvtár

Az Országos Széchényi Könyvtár a tudás tárházaként a magyar kulturális örökség hagyományos (papíralapú) és modern (elektronikus) könyvtári dokumentumainak megőrző és közvetítő intézménye.

The National Library of Hungary with exhibitions and guided tours. The exhibitions can be visited during the library’s opening hours. We offer 75-minute guided tours in English from Monday to Friday by prior appointment via e-mail [email protected]. The tour comprises a short history of the Royal Palace and of the National Széchényi Library, visiting the exhibitions, the readers’ area and the repository, presenting special books from the collection, and demonstrating the book request process with the special book delivery system in operation.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Zsuzsanna Sziveri 3 months ago

Lovely historical place, they have temporary exhibits as well. The staff members are very friendly. They have a small cafe on the main level that offers refreshments, snacks, sandwiches and coffee. Also perfect for reading and studying. Buy tickets at the main entrance, single, discounted or group/family tickets.

m ch 10 months ago

Just look at it from the outside, don’t waste your money on a ticket to go inside unless you’ve got a particular interest in something inside. As somebody who doesn’t speak/read Hungarian, there was nothing much inside. The Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library was more worth the money as the architecture of the building and rooms were more interesting.

Kevin Wang 3 years ago

Very pretty building and courtyard. Entry requires separate purchase

Renata Hanko 3 years ago

I can only review this place from the outside as I didn't go in, but it is a beautiful building. Definitely a must see in the Várkert.

Peter Viktor Wagner (MrWagner) 7 years ago

Very good public library, wide variety of books, magazines, newspapers, magazines, maps, etc. From time to time there are special exhibitions. Librarians are speaking languages, they can help you out by searching and/or requesting books from stock. Enjoy, have fun, silence please. ;)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Országos Széchényi Könyvtár located?

Országos Széchényi Könyvtár is at Budapest, Szent György tér 4-5-6, 1014, in Budapest District I. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Országos Széchényi Könyvtár?

Országos Széchényi Könyvtár is listed as a nemzeti könyvtár and is also tagged on Google as információs szolgáltatások, turistalátványosság.

What are the opening hours of Országos Széchényi Könyvtár?

Published hours: Mon closed, Tue 14:00–19:00, Wed–Thu 10:00–17:00, Fri 9:00–17:00, Sat–Sun closed. Hours can change on public holidays (such as Christmas Eve, Christmas, Easter or 20 August), so call before a special trip.

Is Országos Széchényi Könyvtár open on Sunday?

No. According to the published hours, Országos Széchényi Könyvtár is closed on Sunday.

What is the phone number of Országos Széchényi Könyvtár?

You can call Országos Széchényi Könyvtár on +36 1 224 3700; the number is shown in international format (+36), so it also works from abroad.

How is Országos Széchényi Könyvtár rated on Google?

Országos Széchényi Könyvtár has a Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 from 274 reviews.

Does Országos Széchényi Könyvtár have a website?

Yes, the website of Országos Széchényi Könyvtár is oszk.hu (linked on this page).

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