The 19th century Downtown Market Hall is one of the greatest historical market palaces in Budapest.
The marketplace can be visited individually too, but we definitely would recommend to book a Guided Market Hall Tour, where the English speaking professional guide will show you the best stand with the most delicious food and drink tasting options.
Opening hours of Downtown Market Hall in Budapest
- Monday: 6.30 am – 5 pm
- Tuesday: 6.30 am – 6 pm
- Wednesday: 6.30 am – 6 pm
- Thursday: 6.30 am – 6 pm
- Friday: 6.30 am – 6 pm
- Saturday: 6.30 am -2 pm
- Sunday: Closed
How to get there: The Downtown Market Hall is located near the Hungarian Parliament (why not schedule a Guided Parliament Tour for the same date?), only approx. 10 minutes by walk. The Market Hall is also easily accessible by Metro M1 (3 minutes walk from M1 stop at Arany Janos Str.)
History of Downtown Market Hall
The Downtown Market Hall, formally known as Hold Street Market Hall, was built in 1891, containing 174 permanent and 80 temporary stands on 2 levels.
The Market Hall opened in 1897. Over the last century, its name has been changed several times (following the name changes of the street, which was subject of the regime): Moon Street (Hold utca), Count Klebelsberg Kuno Street, Hold Street again and Rosenberg Couple Street.
In the early 90’s (after the change of political regime in Hungary), the Hold Street Market Hall was fully renovated and modernized to meet EU standards. Nowadays, after having its name changed again to Downtown Market Hall, the marketplace became one of the most popular shopping venues for locals and for tourists as well.
Downtown Market Hall Tour
Learn more about Hungarian traditional foods and drinks on a Guided Tour in the Downtown Market Hall, including of 10 Hungarian specialties.
Highlights of the Downtown Market Hall Tour:
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- 3.5h Guided Program in the Downtown Market Hall (Hold utca)
- Tasting of 10 Different Hungarian Specialties (full list: please see below)
- 2 Drinks included
- Short introduction of the Hungarian history, traditions, & culture
- 3.5h Guided Program in the Downtown Market Hall (Hold utca)
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