Overview
Completed in 1836, this is Hungary's second-largest church, a grand Neoclassical building designed by József Hild. Monumental Corinthian columns adorn the facade, and inside you'll find ceiling paintings by Marco Casagrande and altarpieces by Johann Lucas Kracker. Regular organ concerts in summer add a musical dimension. The steps in front offer a fine view of the Eger townscape. Free entry (organ concerts about HUF 2,000). 3-minute walk from Dobó István Square.
Opening Hours
Mon-Sat 09:00-17:00, Sun 13:00-17:00
Travel Tips
Check the summer organ concert schedule for an enriched visit. Photography is allowed inside.
Hotels near Eger Basilica
Hotels and guesthouses in Eger, Pyrker János tér, Eger
Other attractions in Eger
Eger Castle
A historic fortress that famously held off an Ottoman invasion.
Eger Minaret
Europe's northernmost minaret, built during Ottoman rule.
Eger Thermal Bath
A historic thermal bath preserving Turkish bathing traditions.
Valley of the Beautiful Women (Szépasszony-völgy)
A valley lined with wine cellars where you can taste Eger's famous wines.
Dobó István Square
Eger's main square, with a statue of the 1552 siege hero István Dobó.
Lyceum (Camera Obscura)
A Camera Obscura atop an 18th-century Baroque building shows live panoramic views of the city.
Turkish Bath (Valide Sultan Bath)
A 17th-century Ottoman-era Turkish bath, a rare historical relic.