Top entertainment and unique experiences: Madame Tussauds Budapest introduces its 51 wax figures, including 17 hungarian-related persons
A new Madame Tussauds will open in the heart of Budapest in the first half of 2023. Located near Vörösmarty square, the wax figure attraction will be the first full-scale franchise of the brand, based on an agreement between brand owner Merlin Entertainments and Dorottya Experience Kft. Due to feature international and domestic current and late famous figures, the star-studded attraction is set to play an important role in reviving tourism in the area following the COVID-19 pandemic.
The red carpet is laid, the curtain has finally been raised and the wait is finally over: the newest international sensation of the capital was introduced to press and media. Madame Tussauds Budapest was inaugurated this morning in an official ceremony, attended by József Kreinbacher, the owner, Dorottya Experience Kft., Chris Scurrah, the representative of the rightsholder Merlin Entertainments, Paul Fox, His Majesty’s Ambassador to Hungary, Gergely Karácsony, the mayor of Budapest, and Katinka Hosszú, Olympic champion swimmer.
Madame Tussauds Budapest brings 51 lifelike figures and their breathtaking installations to the public in this brand new experience. Over half of the figures (17) which have been created for the new space have Hungarian connection. The majority of the figures were made secretly in the Madame Tussauds creative hub which in based in London, UK. As part of the planning phase, the public of Budapest were asked in a large-scale survey who they would like to see and were most interested in. As a result, historical figures, stars, athletes, cultural icons and a world-famous Hungarian scientist are all on the list. They include:
Harry Houdini, Katinka Hosszú, Katalin Karády, Lajos Kossuth, Ferenc Liszt, Béla Lugosi, King Matthias, Mihály Munkácsy, János Neumann, Barbara Palvin, László Papp, Sándor Petőfi, Ferenc Puskás, Sissi, King Stephen I, István Széchenyi, and Jimmy Zambo
At Madame Tussauds, guests can get up close and personal with the biggest Hollywood stars, famous singers, artists, historical figures and sportsmen. You can take a photo with them and learn about an iconic moment in their lives.
Guests can also exclusively meet the lifelike figures of Bud Spencer, Chuck Norris and Peter Falk in Budapest, who are only on showin Madame Tussauds Budapest. It was previously announced that Pope Francis and the late Queen Elizabeth II are also waiting for the visitors within the walls of Palazzo Dorottya.
Other famous celebrities, athletes and politicians also await guests including: Beyonce, Sandra Bullock, George Clooney, Tom Cruise, Penelope Cruz, Hszi Csi-Ping, Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Downey Jr., Lady Gaga, Mihail Gorbacsov, Ryan Gosling, Ariane Grande, Tom Hanks, Whitney Houston, Scarlett Johansson, Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Freddie Mercury, Lionel Messi, Marilyn Monroe, Brad Pitt, Rihanna, Cristiano Ronaldo, Ronald Reagan, Will Smith, Steven Spielberg, Donald Trump and Bruce Willis.
FOCUS ON BUDAPEST
Madame Tussauds in Budapest will be the brand's latest - and also the first production operating in a franchise system, which further supports the capital in becoming one of the leading tourist experience cities of Europe. Budapest is not only the location but also the inspiration for the exhibition: with numerous iconic Hungarian buildings and monuments which are displayed as part of the immiersive experience. Guests can, walk through ’the Tunnel’, "date" stars on the promenade of the Danube River, and dive into the remarkable world of spas. The unique installations reflect the heritage, traditions and values of the capital city and Hungary.
The Hungarian Tourism Agency supported Madame Tussauds Budapest with 3 billion HUF as part of the Kisfaludy Tourism Development Program.
A PLACE FULL OF EXPERIENCE
In addition to the wax figures and the wonderful installations, several experiences await the guests at the attraction including: interactive screens, innovative light and sound shows, impressive audiovisual content, VR adventures, ’selfie points’ and many other exciting surprises guarantee memorable entertainment. Guests can also enjoy a Cinema Café with special visuals and a souvenir shop.
Located in the heart of the city center, the attraction will welcome local and international visitors 364 days a year.
Tickets can also be purchased on site, however, with the discounted online tickets available at www.madametussauds.hu, the visit can be planned in an easier, more practical way, due to the time slots that can be booked in advance.
