Vármúzeum
The exhibition venue of the Móra Ferenc Múzeum in the remains of the former Szeged castle, with a permanent history exhibition of Szeged and a stone collection.
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About the museum
Szeged’s medieval castle was built at the confluence of the Maros and the Tisza in the second half of the 13th century, after the Tatar invasion. Many Hungarian kings stayed within its walls in the Middle Ages, and the national assembly also met here several times. The Turks held it from 1543 to 1686; the castle was later demolished.
The present exhibition venue is located in the surviving part of the castle, in the restored area of the former Mária Terézia-kapu (Maria Theresa Gate). In the interactive permanent exhibition “Utazz a múltba!” (Travel into the Past!), visitors can learn about the history of Szeged, the past of the castle and the destruction caused by the great flood. The Kőtár (stone collection) in the courtyard on the Tisza side preserves the old architectural monuments of the town and the stone carvings that came to light during the demolition of the castle and during excavations.
Highlights
- “Utazz a múltba!” – historical permanent exhibition of Szeged
- Remains of the former Szeged castle
- Stone collection with medieval stone carvings from the castle
Permanent exhibition
- Utazz a múltba! – Szeged történeti állandó kiállítás – The interactive exhibition presents the past of Szeged, the history of the castle and the destruction caused by the great flood.
Admission & discounts
| Adults | HUF 1,290 |
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| Reduced | HUF 790Ages 6–26 with a valid student card, ages 62–70 with a valid pensioner card. |
| Families | HUF 3,290Two parents and two children under 18; each additional child HUF 500. |
| Reduced admission (service charge only) | HUF 300 |
Under government decree 194/2000 (XI. 24.), visitors entitled to free admission also pay only the service charge. Payment: cash, bank card, OTP Széchenyi Pihenőkártya.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Family ticket | HUF 3,290 · Two parents and two children under 18; each additional child HUF 500. |
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- Family tours & workshops
Museum detective games for families and groups.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Private parties
- Corporate events
The ground floor of the castle (233 m²) can be rented for corporate and family events.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Visits must be announced at the main cash desk of the Móra Ferenc Múzeum. Guided tours must be booked at least three working days in advance (molnarnikoletta.mfm@gmail.com). Museum detective games can also be played in the Vármúzeum. |
Museums nearby
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