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City Hall Visitor Centre – a 2-minute walk from our hotel
City Hall Visitor Centre – a 2-minute walk from our hotelDiscover the secrets of Kecskemét’s iconic building during an exciting visit. The visitor centre’s interactive exhibitions provide insight into the history of the City Hall and its special rooms. A short yet rich programme right on the main square.
Through the renovation of the Art Nouveau City Hall designed by Ödön Lechner and Gyula Pártos, and the creation of an interactive exhibition, Kecskemét has gained an iconic tourist attraction that alone is worth visiting the Great Plain city for.
The uniqueness of the visitor centre lies in its diversity. It is not just an exhibition, but a complex experience that uses modern visual elements enriched with lights, sounds, and scents, guiding visitors through 9 rooms to better understand the past and present of Kecskemét. The exhibition covers approximately 310 different topics, ensuring that every age group finds something exciting.
More information: www.kecskemetvaroshaza.hu
Contact:
6000 Kecskemét, Kossuth Square 1
Tel.: +36 20 490 9909, +36 76 512 242
Email: info@kecskemetvaroshaza.hu
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Katona József Library – a 2-minute walk from our hotel
Katona József Library – a 2-minute walk from our hotelThe modern library is not only a place for reading but also an excellent venue for relaxation. With its spacious areas and diverse programmes, it offers opportunities for all age groups. A quieter, refreshing experience in the heart of the city centre.
True to its motto “Katona József Library – for a lifetime,” the institution offers more than traditional library services. It provides free activities and programmes for all ages in baby-friendly and fully accessible spaces. The elderly can expand their knowledge through courses such as internet use, Excel spreadsheet training, and smartphone usage.
The library’s Creative Studio is a hub for developing digital skills: children can learn LEGO robot programming, and visitors can also explore multimedia content creation and VR experiences. Certain spaces of the library can be rented for events and conferences for groups of 25–80 people.
Language learning materials are available, along with services such as e-administration, printing, photocopying, and scanning.
In Kecskemét, this is currently the only place where CDs and DVDs can be borrowed, and where a wide range of bookbinding services is available.
More information: https://www.kjmk.hu/
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Sightseeing Mini Train – a 5-minute walk from our hotel
Sightseeing Mini Train – a 5-minute walk from our hotelDiscover the sights of Kecskemét comfortably from the sightseeing mini train. During the ride, you pass the city’s most important landmarks while listening to interesting information. An ideal choice if you want a comprehensive overview in a short time.
In Kecskemét, you have the opportunity to enjoy a nostalgic mini train tour, which is a pleasant experience for the whole family. The tour includes Hungarian-language guided commentary.
Departure and arrival point: in front of the Katona József National Theatre in Kecskemét, Katona József Square 5.
Current departure times are available on the Facebook page: “Városnéző kisvonat Kecskemét”.
Scheduled services operate from the end of May until the end of September.
Ticket purchase: on board the train, from the driver, just before departure, in cash. Card payment and advance purchase are not available.
The duration of the tour is 35–40 minutes, depending on traffic.
The train can also be rented for groups. Inquiries: kisvonatkecskemet@gmail.com or +36 30 528 4582.
In case of rainy weather, the mini train does not operate.
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Ciróka Puppet Theatre – a 10-minute walk from our hotel
Ciróka Puppet Theatre – a 10-minute walk from our hotelThe magical performances of the puppet theatre captivate not only young children but also adults. Creative sets, lovable characters, and engaging stories offer a special experience for the whole family. A truly heartwarming programme near the city centre, where imagination comes to life.
With our selection of performances and programmes, we aim to please all age groups, from the youngest to adults. On weekdays, we offer performances for kindergarten groups, primary school students, and visiting groups to the city. On weekends, families are invited to the theatre through our “Sunday Fairytale Ticket” programme. For the youngest children under 4 years old, we regularly organise playful, age-appropriate introductory theatre performances.
We also strive to attract adult audiences with our programme series “Pestians in the Buda Street”, featuring guest artists, theatre companies, and dance theatres from Budapest and other cities. We also perform outside our home venue, and in recent years we have received numerous international festival invitations and successful guest performances.
Since 1992, every two years we have organised the Meeting of Hungarian Puppet Theatres, which serves as a prestigious professional forum and competition in the life of Hungary’s professional puppet theatres.
Secretariat:
Tel: +36 76 482 217
titkarsag@ciroka.hu
6000 Kecskemét, Budai Street 15
Tickets: jegy@ciroka.hu | Tel: +36 30 831 0625
Website: www.ciroka.hu
