HUNiverzum: 'Hungarians in Space' Exhibition in Budapest
- 22 Oct 2025 7:30 AM
Open until 31 October. Hungary is reaching for the stars – quite literally – as a Hungarian research astronaut prepares to conduct scientific work aboard the International Space Station starting this Monday.
This historic mission marks a major milestone, 45 years after Bertalan Farkas became the first Hungarian in space.
Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó hailed the new launch as a “truly great national goal,” reinforcing Hungary’s place in the global space industry.
To celebrate, Budapest has opened a new interactive space exhibition - HUNiverzum – "Hungarians in Space" – at the Millenáris G building in Buda.
Open from 13 May to 31 October this year, the exhibition showcases Hungary’s past, present and future in space exploration.
Highlights include space simulators, 360° planetarium shows, original astronaut gear, and an engaging deep dive into astronaut Tibor Kapu’s upcoming mission.
Perfect for families and science lovers alike, the centre will host a special Children’s Day on 25 May with family-friendly activities.
Whether you're fascinated by space or just looking for something different to do in Budapest, this world-class space experience is out of this world.
Address:
1024 Budapest, Kis Rókus utca 16-20.
Entrance from Fény utca.
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