In 2026, Thursdays are for hands-on wonder at the Palace of Wonders (Csodák Palotája) in Óbuda, Budapest. With 250 interactive games and themed zones for every age, families and friends can dive into hours of play, discovery, and friendly competition—then keep chatting about it for days. You’ll find it at 1036 Budapest, District III – Óbuda, Mátyás Király Road (Mátyás király út) 24. Come as a crew, leave with new skills and inside jokes.
For Every Age, Every Curiosity
Kids from 3 up get their own thrills, and it only ramps up for tweens and teens. A visit can reveal hidden talents you didn’t know you had. Test yourselves, keep score if you dare, and prepare to be amazed at what your children—or your partner—can do. Three to four carefree hours fly by here, but no one will judge you for spending the whole day.
Try It, Tweak It, Tilt It
– Climb into the weird-wheeled car—will it rattle under you?
– Walk the magnetic field with heavy steps.
– Tackle the mirror maze.
– Mash up your faces and let Picasso paint you.
– Shake hands with yourself—yes, one-handed.
– Buckle into a Moon Rover and land on Mars.
– Snap selfies with the greatest scientists.
– Become a crowd of 100 in the Giant Kaleidoscope.
– Be an astronaut for a photo.
– Stand at the center of infinity in the mirror room.
– Hear the sounds last heard in the womb.
– Crack devilish puzzles and logic games.
– See who’s the bravest fakir.
– Aim and toss plush sperm cells—perfect for a playful, open chat during the birth exhibit with teens.
– Walk the clouds with a flying mirror image.
– Spin a vortex and play air basketball.
– Let the illusions sweep you away.
And that’s just the start.
Thursday Show Schedule: Big, Bright, Boom
Alongside the interactive zones, Thursdays pack in science shows worth timing your visit around:
11:00 Bubble Show
What is a bubble, and why is it round? How big can it get? Why can a water strider skate on the surface? Learn bubble physics, watch giant bubbles stretch and glow, and pick up the secret recipe for the perfect bubble liquid.
13:00 Spectacular
Maximum spectacle, maximum thrills. Enter a world ruled by the raw laws of physics as the presenter rolls out favorite experiments in full force.
15:00 Richter Gedeon Science Show
Double down on wow: physics and chemistry join forces for the presenter’s boldest, flashiest demonstrations.
17:00 Glowing Stage
Hot moments for the youngest on up. A playful intro to flames and heat—fiery experiments you should never try at home.
Dates to Lock In
Thursdays run all season: 2026.07.16; 07.23; 07.30; 08.06; 08.13; 08.20; 08.27; 09.03; 09.10; 09.17; 09.24; 10.01; 10.08; 10.15; 10.22; 10.29; 11.05; 11.12; 11.19; 11.26; 12.03; 12.10; 12.17; 12.24; 12.31—all in Budapest.
Plan Your Day
Reach out for info, timing, food and drink options, and nearby stays. Show up curious; leave with stories, photos, and a newfound love of science play.
