Main square, or Fő tér, is a cobbled public square in Budapest’s Óbuda district, with Baroque façades, shops, restaurants and places to sit. Look for Esernyőshordozók, Imre Varga’s 1986 sculpture of women carrying umbrellas, inspired by a rainy Paris street scene. The square connects with Szentlélek tér and gives access to the Kassák Museum and Vasarely Museum, both focused on important Hungarian artists of the 20th century. It also works for a walk or a picnic, with cultural events held in the area.
The square and its sculpture
Fő tér is a cobbled square in Óbuda, lined by the Baroque façades of the Zichy Palace. Its central sculpture, Esernyőshordozók, shows women carrying umbrellas. Imre Varga created it in 1986, drawing inspiration from a rainy street scene in Paris. The sculpture also gave its name to Esernyős, a cultural venue on the square.
Museums around Fő tér
The square joins with nearby Szentlélek tér, putting two museums focused on 20th-century Hungarian artists within reach: the Kassák Museum and the Vasarely Museum. Shops, restaurants, parks and sitting areas add options for a longer stop. Cultural events also take place in the area.
FAQ
What is the umbrella-carrier sculpture in Fő tér?
Esernyőshordozók is a sculpture by Imre Varga, made in 1986. Its design was inspired by a rainy street scene in Paris.
Which museums are near Fő tér?
The square connects with Szentlélek tér and gives access to the Kassák Museum and Vasarely Museum, which focus on 20th-century Hungarian artists.
Is Fő tér open all day?
The square is listed as open 24 hours a day.
