Every Thursday in 2026, the Palace of Wonders in Budapest swings open its doors for non-stop family fun. Located at King Matthias Road (Mátyás király út) 24, 1036 Budapest, Óbuda (Third District), this hotspot packs 250 interactive games that turn every visit into a wild adventure. Kids, teens, parents—everyone dives into themed zones bursting with excitement, uncovering hidden talents and creating memories you’ll talk about for days. From age 3 and up, it’s perfect for discovering skills you never knew you had, challenging each other, and marveling at what your kids or partner can do.
Dive into the Magic!
Head to the Palace of Wonders for a family quest you’ll never forget—little ones to grown-ups will find their favorite games. Test yourselves in ways that reveal secret abilities! Anything can happen here: hop on the odd-wheeled car and feel it rumble beneath you; trudge through the magnetic field; navigate the mirror maze; scramble your face; let Picasso paint your portrait; shake hands with yourself using just one hand; pilot a moon rover; land on Mars; snap selfies with history’s greatest scientists; multiply into 100 versions in the giant kaleidoscope; become astronauts for a photo; stand in the infinite center of the mirror room; hear sounds from the womb; crack logic puzzles and devilish locks; see who’s the bravest fakir; toss plush spermies at targets (perfect casual sex ed spot for teens at our birth exhibit); walk the clouds with flying mirror images; whirl up a vortex; air-hoop; get swept away by illusions—and tons more wonders await!
Play like kids again! Spend 3-4 carefree hours or a full day lost in joy.
Thursday Science Show Schedule
Beyond games, Thursdays feature thrilling science shows—time your visit right!
11:00 Bubble Show: What’s a bubble? Why spherical? World’s biggest? Why does a water strider stay afloat? Dive into bubble physics, craft giant ones, make them glow, and unlock the secret bubble fluid recipe!
13:00 Spectacular Science: Jaw-dropping visuals where physics rules supreme—watch favorite experiments explode with excitement.
15:00 Richter Gedeon Science Show: Physics and chemistry’s raw power unleashed with the most dazzling demos.
17:00 Glowing Stage: Sizzling intro to flames and heat physics for the tiniest tots—fiery experiments you should never try at home!
2026 Dates
March 19, 26; April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21, 28; June 4, 11, 18, 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; August 6, 13, 20, 27; September 3, 10, 17, 24; October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; November 5, 12, 19, 26; December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. All in Budapest!
