The idea of visiting transport museums may not strike you as a particularly exciting prospect at first glance. Unless you are a great fan of any of these means of transport, of course. 

In that case, you’re sure to enjoy seeing the best trains, metro carriages, buses and trams that have been used throughout Budapest’s history. 

But believe us when we tell you that, even if you are not a great fan of means of transport, some of these museums will give you a very pleasant surprise as soon as you set foot in them. Don’t you believe us? Take a look at them, and then tell us about them.

Best Transport Museums in Budapest

Aeropark Budapest

BUD Nemzetközi Repülőtér, 1185

Let’s start with the main course, one of the favourite transport museums of tourists and locals alike. It’s one of those places that will surprise you as soon as you set foot inside, and I’m pretty sure you’ll be walking through the door. 

It’s Aeropark Budapest, an open-air museum where you’ll be able to review the history and evolution of Hungarian aeronautics. And forget about seeing model planes behind glass. Here you’ll be surrounded by real aircraft, just outside Budapest Airport. 

It’s a very interesting museum, whether or not you’re a fan of the history of transport, or of aeroplanes themselves. It’s fun and fascinating, where you can fly a helicopter simulator. And don’t forget to take a look at their website, where you have several ticket options. And if you can visit it on their night tour, don’t hesitate.

Millennium Underground Museum 

Budapest, Deák tér, metro station

We drive back from Budapest airport to the city centre, where you can get a glimpse of one of the nation’s great prides; its first underground railway of Europe. Here you’ll get a glimpse of one of the nation’s great prides; its first underground railway of Europe. 

You must have thought it was London first, or Paris. Not at all. At the end of the 19th century, Budapest got down to work and built this engineering marvel, creating a model that was later followed by other major European capitals. 

This was the foundation stone for a great leap in the city’s history. You’re not much of a transport buff, let alone a museum visitor, but aren’t you just loving our stops? We warned you that these museums were going to surprise you. And it doesn’t stop there.

Hungarian Railway Museum (Magyar Vasuttorteneti Park)

Tatai u. 95, 1142

This can be a mecca for train enthusiasts. The exhibition is fantastic, with engines, carriages and everything you can imagine from this interesting world. Again, no miniatures; real engines. 

Many of them are still working and the guides will tell you all about everything around you, down to the smallest detail. As you can imagine, as with the museum next to Budapest airport, it is located a little further away from the city centre. 

Although it may seem a little off the normal Budapest sightseeing route, it’s a great alternative for spending a few hours in the open air and enjoying a different kind of time. Thanks to its location, you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings. 

Precisely because of its location, it remains closed during the winter months due to the cold weather, and as soon as the temperature and the rain give a break, it opens again. Don’t forget to take a look at their website to check opening times, offers and ticket types.

Urban Public Transport Museum Szentendre 

2000 Szentendre, Dózsa Gy. Street, suburban railway station 

Our last stop is an all-in on the world of transport. You will be able to see all the means of transport that have been used in Budapest over the years. 

It’s a real treat, going through the history of trains, metros, buses, trams and much more. It’s a completely original way to discover the history of the city and the country.