Butterfly Houses

Papilonia
What is Papilonia
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Dívka s motýlem
The most beautiful butterflies of the world

Hundreds of exotic butterflies will flit about you, and you can observe them up close. You will not find any barriers between guests and the butterflies here.

Will one land on you?
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Dosedne na vás
Get ready

Do you want to increase your chances of having one of these “flying gems” choose your shoulder for landing and a short rest? Use a fruity perfume. You can also pique the butterflies’ curiosity by wearing a yellow or red shirt.

A memory to last a lifetime
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Focení s motýly
Photographs allowed

Taking photographs here is not limited in any way nor does it cost any fees. So always have your camera ready to ensure that you document your close encounters with these most beautiful products of nature.

Wingspans of up to 20 cm
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Velcí motýli s rozpětím až 20cm
Dozens of exotic species

And look - the largest of them have wingspans the length of a soup spoon! The types of species change throughout the year. Therefore, if you visit us in a different season, you will see butterflies that you could not have seen before.

The exotic tropics at the tips of your fingers
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Tropické klima indoor
A tropical climate

You will see butterflies that live in the rainforests of the Amazon basin to Mexico, sub-Saharan Africa, to the Philippines, Thailand, and Malaysia. In Papilonia, you will feel like you are on an exotic holiday, because there is a hot temperature and air humidity here.

The miracle of birth (of butterflies)
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Motýl se právě líhne z kukly
A wonder of nature

See the hatching of butterflies from cocoons with your own eyes and witness the first flight of their lives. Observe the metamorphosis of the caterpillar into a butterfly, that is, the process that is rightfully considered to be a wonder of nature.

 
 
 
Papilonia
Budapest

Budapest

Take a journey to the centre of the earth to discover an enchanting world deep beneath the surface.

Embark on a journey to the center of the Earth, where a captivating world lies hidden beneath the surface.

Discover a secret butterfly house nestled deep within the Earth, where vibrant, exotic butterflies coexist with a forgotten world from the past.
This extraordinary place invites you to embark on an adventure to the Earth's core, much like the explorers in Jules Verne's iconic novel.
As you travel, you'll be surrounded by a flurry of butterfly wings, wander through lush, tropical jungles, and uncover the mysteries of underground realms.
 

Papilonia Budapest - Butterfly house

Budapest

Ticket prices
Child, student, pensioner
2990 HUF
Adult
3750 HUF
Family
2 adults + up to three children
9990 HUF
  • The online tickets are valid 1 year from the purchase.
  • The online sold tickets do not grant quicker access to the flight zone!

Entrance is free for children under 3 years old.
Child tickets are available for those under the age of 16.
To use student and senior discounts, presenting a valid ID is required.
Discounted tickets are available for individuals with disabilities.
A 15% discount is offered for groups of 10 or more.

Address

Hungary, 1056 Budapest
Havas utca 6. Fsz.

  • Next to Fővám Square, facing the Danube. It can be reached by metro 4, trams 47,49, 2, 2B, 23, trolleybus 83 or bus 15. We are also within walking distance from Kálvin square.
  • Tickets are also available on site, where cash and credit card payment options are available.
  • Visitors can enter in order of arrival. Online sold tickets do not grant quicker access to the flight zone.
  • If you want to contact us, we are available by email, phone and social media.
Opening hours
Open today
20. 05. 2025, 10:00 - 20:00
Opening hours
01. 01. - 31. 12.
Monday - Sunday
10:00 - 20:00
Papilonia Hungary Kft., Tax number: 32625396-2-41

Discover the lives of butterflies

Papilonia is a world where you can discover the beauty of butterflies, the miracle of their births, as well as their fascinating multi-coloured life.

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Papilonia