Frankel Leo Street Synagogue is at Frankel Leó út 49 in Buda, tucked into the courtyard of a residential building. Its unusual setting makes the synagogue easy to miss from the street, but its architecture rewards a closer look. From some angles, you can also see towards the Danube. At the entrance, a marble table recalls a somber part of the site’s past. Visit in daylight, and look through the grating or from different viewpoints to see more of the building.
A synagogue inside a residential courtyard
At Frankel Leó út 49, the synagogue sits within the courtyard of a residential building. From the main street it is almost hidden, so look through the grating and view the building from different angles. Daylight makes its exterior easier to see.
The building’s setting is part of what makes a visit distinctive: the synagogue is enclosed by residential buildings, with views towards the Danube from some vantage points.
A detail at the entrance
A marble table at the entrance serves as a reminder of the site’s somber past. Take time to notice it as you look around the exterior.
The synagogue also hosts events and concerts. Check whether one is taking place if you want to experience the site during a programme.
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Where is Frankel Leo Street Synagogue?
It is at Frankel Leó út 49 in Buda, Budapest, within the courtyard of a residential building.
Can you see the synagogue from the street?
It is almost hidden from the main street. Look through the grating and from different angles, preferably in daylight.
Are there events at the synagogue?
Events and concerts take place at the synagogue. Check for a scheduled event if you would like to attend one.
