Memento Park

This is in the outskirts. The public transport system is really good, so its easy to get here. Instead of trying to forget their tumultuous past, they have saved this for the world to see. Its a quiet place and there are not many tourists. You even get to buy some Communist era memorabilia. It's also a change from the grandeur of the rest of Budapest.

If you're into Soviet and post-World War 2 history, this small park with a collection of soviet monuments and statues from around Hungary is pretty cool. The small documentary theatre room showing a collection of Soviet spy training clips and others is pretty cool. To watch the whole cycle of films takes about an hour. It’s a short taxi or Uber, 10-15 minutes from the city. Nothing else is around, though. Wouldn’t go out of your way if you don’t like this specific kind of history. The gift shop sells some original soviet postcards, pins, and medals, which is cool too.

A Very Good Experience! From the moment I stepped in to buy tickets, the staff was incredibly friendly, cheerful, and took the time to explain everything clearly. Next to the ticket counter, there’s a green seating area filled with families and children happily enjoying the sunshine and playing inside a vintage car. We bought the guidebook and were extremely satisfied with its content. It sticks to facts, no subjective or propaganda language, just history presented as it was. They also sell drinks, ice cream, and snacks if you need a quick refreshment (I tried their classic snack yum!). Toilets are available too. Across from the main park, there’s an extra film exhibit and more nostalgic statues to explore.

an important monument park showcasing statues and memorials from hungarian socialist regime. to understand the historical context of each statue and the history behind this park irself, i would highly recommend buying the visitor's guidebook. it gives u a compacted yet insightful information on the history of the hungarian socialist regime and their relationship with soviet russia which is practical if you want to deepen your understandinh in this issue. this place also has a small indoor museum and a bunker where u can find additional information, much of which can be found from the guidebook. they also screen a tought provoking movie "the life of an agent" which you can also find on youtube in case u missed it. i love this place for its openness to confront a repressive history of hungary's socialist past with neutral point of view. it builds a solid foundation for those who want to do more research on this past era. special mention to the wonderful staffs, especially the lady who gave us a friendly and enthusiastic introduction about this park,

Thought-provoking and unique. A powerful glimpse into the Communist past, with impressive statues and a quiet atmosphere. No crowds, no waiting — worth the trip out of the city.

We got the Trabant experience, in Ivor (all the cars have been given names) which was a total blast. Judith was a wonderful guide, full of humour and passion for the subject. She also gave us some great recommendations for dining out. We highly recommend the memento park and guided tour. Also, the hot chocolate is to die for.

Today, I had the pleasure of visiting this hidden gem just an hour from Budapest city center. The journey was straightforward, especially by public transport, and the experience was well worth the trip. As you arrive, you’re welcomed by imposing statues of Lenin, Karl Marx, and Friedrich Engels at the entrance, immediately setting the stage for the park’s distinctly Soviet atmosphere. Tickets can be purchased on-site, along with a detailed guidebook explaining the significance of the statues. Additionally, there’s a selection of Soviet-style memorabilia for sale, including a humorous parody of a Soviet passport, which I found particularly entertaining. For those seeking a deeper understanding, guided tours are available, though they need to be arranged in advance. The statues themselves are striking and serve as powerful historical reminders. Near the ticket office, there’s a vintage Trabant car where visitors can hop inside and take photos—a playful nod to the era. Close to the entrance, you’ll also find a small barrack featuring an exhibition about Hungary’s communist government, which ruled until the transition to democracy in 1989. The exhibition includes a fascinating documentary said to contain footage used in espionage training for new recruits. I found it to be an especially intriguing and thought-provoking part of the visit.

It is an educational Experience, with capital E. The very beautiful idea of Communism, translated in its heroic sculptures, makes you wonder what went wrong with such grand ideals. Better to get there by car, but I took the metro and the bus, and it was really easy to arrived and leave.