Budapest is rolling out the red carpet on Dorottya Street (Dorottya utca), where the newest Madame Tussauds in the world has taken over the elegant Palazzo Dorottya. The attraction features more than 60 Hungarian and international wax figures, giving visitors a close-up with Hollywood icons, chart-topping singers, celebrated artists, historic giants, and sports legends. You can snap photos with them and step into meticulously staged scenes that capture iconic moments from their lives. The venue sits at 6 Dorottya Street (Dorottya utca 6), right in the city center, and it’s gearing up for a busy festive season.
Big Christmas Offer on December 24
Circle December 24, 2025. For one day, Madame Tussauds Budapest is offering a 50% Christmas discount with the code XMAS50. The message is simple: grab your ticket now and cut the price in half. It’s a mid-holiday treat that will likely draw crowds to the Palazzo Dorottya location. While organizers tease helpful links, a phone contact, and buttons for checking dates, accommodations, and food and drink options, the headline is that Budapest gets a blockbuster cultural stop at a bargain on Christmas Eve.
Where It Happens
The venue sits in central Budapest, with the historic vibe of the Inner City and the Danube just a short stroll away. Palazzo Dorottya houses the exhibition, and with the city lit for the holidays, it’s a photogenic time to meet lifelike versions of global stars. Visitors can expect an immersive walk-through experience designed to blend spectacle with storytelling, so those selfies feel like moments from a movie set.
Stay Nearby: Stylish Hotels and Smart Options
For anyone planning a visit, the surrounding area is packed with stays across styles and budgets. Several centrally located hotels lean into a clean, modern aesthetic—think cool yellows and calm blues in crisp public spaces, wireless device charging right in your room, and even live, contactless chat with reception to streamline check-in and questions. If self-catering suits you better, furnished downtown apartments offer convenience and flexibility, with easy access to the main sights.
Aria Hotel Budapest: Soundtrack to the City
One standout is the Aria Hotel Budapest, a music-themed luxury boutique property ranked among the world’s best. It’s split into four wings—classical, opera, jazz, and contemporary—each with its own look that harmonizes into a coherent whole. The showstopper is the year-round rooftop, the High Note SkyBar, which serves up jaw-dropping views of the city’s skyline. The Aria belongs to the Library Hotel Collection and makes a high-style base for exploring, especially if you pair an afternoon of gallery lighting and wax glamour with sunset cocktails above the rooftops.
Atrium Fashion City Hotel: Where Boutique Meets Boutique
Opened in 2024 beside Nyugati Railway Station (Nyugati pályaudvar), the Atrium Fashion City Hotel welcomes you through its own fashion house—walk through the in-house Atrium Fashion City store showcasing luxury labels to reach reception. With 36 rooms, it’s sized for personal service and positioned for quick access to Budapest’s major attractions. Whether you’re in for a night or a weekend, it’s an easy launchpad for both sightseeing and the late-night pulse of Pest.
Art, Design, and Danube Views
For art lovers, the Bohemian Art Hotel (Bohém Art Hotel) sets itself apart by doubling as a gallery, repurposed from the famous Szénássy Compass Factory. Just 50 meters from Váci Street (Váci utca) and the Danube Promenade (Dunakorzó), it channels the energy of design-forward and hip hotels while showcasing contemporary works by young Hungarian artists at every turn.
If you’re aiming for classic comfort with a capital-C location, the Budapest Marriott Hotel sits on the legendary Danube Corso, and uniquely in the city, every room faces the river and Buda Castle. The hotel team works to make gatherings polished and memorable, while the downtown gym offers supervised classes and English-speaking personal trainers. Unwind with a sauna, steam room, and whirlpool session after a day of sightseeing—or posing with your favorite wax legend.
Old Town Energy, New-School Ease
The Charm Hotel Budapest, formerly Boutique Hotel Budapest, keeps you in the thick of it at the corner of Váci Street (Váci utca) and Só Street (Só utca), within easy reach of the Great Market Hall (Nagyvásárcsarnok), the Gellért Baths (Gellért Fürdő), and endless cafés and restaurants. Its rooms follow the elegant-modern playbook of international boutique hotels, with the Danube just a few blocks away.
City Hotel Mátyás brings a central, budget-friendly vibe on Március 15 Square (Március 15. tér), 50 meters from Váci Street (Váci utca), with a handful of rooms offering special river views. It’s a solid base for diving into the city’s history and tempo. For a younger lifestyle feel, D8 Hotel puts you in the heart of things with a colorful, social hub designed for urban explorers and relaxed post-adventure hangouts.
Plan the Perfect Wax-Fueled Day
With more than 60 figures spanning film, music, art, history, and sport, Madame Tussauds Budapest serves up a compact hit list of heroes in one polished spot. The Christmas Eve deal makes it an easy yes: book with XMAS50, head to 6 Dorottya Street (Dorottya utca 6), and line up your camera roll for a holiday gallery of unforgettable snaps. From the gleam of Palazzo Dorottya to the sparkle of rooftop bars and river views, the city around the waxworks is just as ready for its close-up.
