The library palace is an eclectic building designed by Antal Szkalnitz and it was built in 1876. The walls of the palace’s Assembly Hall are decorated with frescoes by Károly Lotz and a portrait of József Ferenc by Mór Than. The aula, the staircase and the Assembly Hall are open to the public during opening hours. Based on preliminary registration, we also provide the opportunity for guided building tours in Hungarian and in foreign languages. During these tours, the Historic monument store, and the reconstruction of László Perczel’s globe will also be presented.
Group Library Visit
Minimum group size: 4 people, requires prior scheduling – kabinet@lib.elte.hu.
Guided Tour for Groups
- In Hungarian: 2000 HUF/person
- In a foreign language (English, German): 2500 HUF/person
- Free for groups from public educational institutions, holders of "Hungarian Card" or "Hungarian Relative Card," members of the ELTE community, ELTE Alumni members, children up to 10 years old, and persons with disabilities.
Groups Accompanied by a Tour Guide
- Without a library-guided tour: 1000 HUF/person
Library information brochure available for purchase in Hungarian and English: 1000 HUF