House of Terror

Overview

The House of Terror is one of Europe's most powerful memorial museums, documenting the terror imposed by both the Nazi Arrow Cross and Soviet communist regimes from this building—their actual headquarters at 60 Andrássy Avenue.

Highlights

• The building: Both the Arrow Cross and ÁVH (secret police) operated from this address.
• Basement cells: Original interrogation and torture rooms.
• Tank room: A Soviet tank in the ground-floor atrium.

History

The building at 60 Andrássy út served as Arrow Cross headquarters (1944) and then the communist secret police headquarters (1945–1956). The museum opened in 2002.

Visitor Tips

• Allow time: The content is emotionally heavy—budget 1.5–2 hours.
• Audio guide: Essential for understanding the dual-regime narrative.
• Duration: 1.5–2 hours.