Useful informations

• Everyone visits our locations at their own risk; by purchasing an entrance ticket, our visitors accept the house rules and safety regulations.
• Everyone is obliged to take care of their own and others’ physical safety, especially on the stairs leading to the Cathedral’s observation tower and the underground, Secret Passage.
• The cloakrooms located in the units are free of charge, but everyone can use them at their own risk, we do not take responsibility for the items placed.
• As the signs warn, there are surveillance cameras in the area for the personal and property safety of visitors. However, especially in the case of a significant number of visitors, please pay extra attention to your personal valuables and luggage. In justified cases, our staff will warn the troublemakers and, if necessary, notify the appropriate authorities and police agencies. We do not take responsibility for the abandoned personal items.
• The buildings and equipment, as well as public objects (statues, wells, benches, ceramics, candelabra, etc.) on the territory of the Bishopric of Pécs must be used for their intended purpose, without damaging the objects and their environment.
• The entrance ticket includes the photo/video ticket, the images taken cannot be used for commercial purposes. Photography without flash is permitted. However, photographs and film recordings may only be used for private purposes, may not be published without permission, and may not be used for commercial or advertising purposes. Special rules apply to our guests with press credentials and scientific researchers.
• Based on Act XLII. of 1999 on the Protection of Non-Smokers and Certain Rules for the Consumption and Distribution of Tobacco Products, and the 2008 Resolution of the General Assembly of the Pécs Bishopric on Public Spaces, non-smokers may use all public spaces within buildings, therefore, for their protection, smoking may only be done outside the walls of buildings, in places designated for this purpose.
• Individuals under the influence of alcohol or other mind-altering substances may not visit our buildings.
• Consumption of food and drink, and the use of devices capable of disturbing the physical and mental peace of others are prohibited in our exhibition spaces and buildings.
• It is prohibited to bring into our buildings devices that are dangerous to physical integrity or health, as well as objects that block the escape route of the given space (e.g. means of transport, bicycles, scooters).
• Walking dogs is permitted in the public areas of the Pécs Diocese. Only guide dogs, dogs assisting the disabled, police dogs and signal dogs may be brought into the buildings, provided they are on a leash. The use of a muzzle is mandatory for breeds that are required to do so and for dogs that bite. The owner or walker of the dog is responsible for cleaning up any dirt caused by the dogs. (Further regulations: PMJ City Council General Assembly Decree 54/2008. (12.30.) 13§ 2. and 3. on maintaining public cleanliness.)
• • The use of open flames is prohibited in our buildings, and it is strictly forbidden to bring flammable devices or materials to our locations.
• • In case of bad weather, the Cathedral observation tower cannot be visited.
• • Visitors with a valid ticket to any of the Pécs Diocese’s attractions can use the toilets in the Magtár Visitor Center free of charge.
• • If the units cannot be visited due to unfavorable external conditions (heavy rain, heavy snow, extreme weather conditions, other force majeure), in the interests of personal safety, the operator may prohibit or terminate the visit without any financial liability.

• The Cathedral and the Downtown Church (Dzsámi) are primarily consecrated, liturgical spaces, where we ask our visitors to respect the following rules in order to ensure that religious services can be conducted without disturbance.
• Tourist visits to the churches are suspended during the ceremony.
• Men are not allowed to enter Christian churches with their heads covered. Please remove caps and hats at the entrance.
•  You may only enter the church in appropriate and modest clothing: transparent, high-cut, provocative, or indecent clothing is not allowed in the sacred space.
• Before entering our liturgical spaces, please turn off or mute your mobile phones.

Entry is free for any person with a disability card and 1 accompanying person. Our wheelchair accessible locations for our guests arriving in wheelchairs:

• The churchyard of the Gázi Kászim Pasha Mosque, excluding the crypt
• The churchyard and chapels of the St. Peter and Paul Cathedral, excluding the crypt and the tower observation deck
• The Treasure Vault exhibition
• The Cathedral Lapidarium exhibition
• The Granary Visitor Center and Café with a disabled toilet

• The ticket can be used on the day of purchase and the following day.
• The ticket price for the Cathedral includes entry to the nave, the crypt, the Chapel of the Heart of Jesus and Mary, and the tower.
• The Corpus Christi Chapel of the Cathedral is free to visit and is open to anyone for spiritual reflection and prayer.
• We ask that you arrive on time for the fixed-time tours of the Bishop’s Palace and the Bishop’s Treasury, otherwise we cannot guarantee the visit.
• Admission is free for children under 6 years of age.
• Discounted tickets can be purchased by presenting a document proving eligibility. (Student ID, pensioner ID, teacher ID)
• The family ticket is valid for a maximum of 5 people (2 adults and 1-2-3 children aged 6-18), a further 10% discount is provided for those with a large family ID.
• Group tickets are valid for 10 people or more (1 accompanying person with the group can enter for free).
• The entrance ticket is free for people with disabilities. Admission is free for anyone with a card proving their disability and for 1 person accompanying them. The crypt and tower observation deck of the Cathedral are not accessible to people with disabilities.
• The entrance ticket includes the photo/video ticket, the images taken cannot be used for commercial purposes. Photography is only possible without using a flash.
• Photo documentation may be made at our locations and events, which may be used by the Bishopric of Pécs for marketing purposes. By entering, you consent to this.
• The guided tour requires more than one guide for more than 45 people.
• Prices include VAT.
• In case of ordering the ordered services (wine tasting, guided tour, organ concert), cancellation and modification of the number of people is possible no later than 24 hours before the start of the program. Failure to do so will entail payment of the full service fee.
• By ordering, our guests accept the House Rules, the Data Protection Policy and the General Terms and Conditions.
• The Cathedral Lapidarium can only be visited with prior registration.
• When visiting the Cathedral and the Mosque, the mass and other liturgical programs affect the visiting order, which we ask you to take into account. Information on the website or on our Facebook page.
• Ticket purchase and last entry is possible no later than 16:30.

FOR INDIVIDUAL VISITORS

• The sites of the Bishopric of Pécs can be visited individually without prior registration. The exception to this is the Bishop’s Palace and the Bishop’s Treasury, where guided tours starting at pre-announced times can be joined after exchanging tickets in advance. Tickets for the sites of the Bishopric of Pécs can be purchased at any Pécs Bishopric ticket office.
• Guided tours can be requested at our sites in Hungarian and English. The prices of the guided tour can be found in the ticket prices menu. In case of a guided tour request, guided tour requests must be submitted at least 48 hours before the visit by phone or e-mail. Opening hours may vary seasonally. Details are provided in the opening hours.
• If you require entry with a journalist’s ID, please notify us in advance by phone or email.

FOR GROUP VISITORS

• In all cases, prior registration is required for group visits in order to avoid congestion and program conflicts. Registration is possible at latogatas@pecs.egyhazmegye.hu.
• Registration is required no later than 48 hours before the group’s arrival.
• Free travel on MÁV transport (intercity bus, train) can be requested for student groups. Details:
• Declaration of acceptance for free travel. https://pecsipuspokseg.hu/fogadodefalizat-ingyenes-utazashoz/

ORDERING CONDITIONS

• In case of a room rental request, registration by phone or in person is required.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Contact

• E-mail: rendezveny@pecs.egyhazmegye.hu Phone: 30/092-4736

• A maximum of 25 people can participate in a museum education group session. We divide larger groups into several groups in order to ensure the effectiveness of the sessions and the children’s sense of success.
• To request our museum education sessions, please send us your order in writing, which we will send you a written confirmation. Upon arrival, you can prove your registration by showing this voucher.
• By registering for the sessions, the group leader or teacher accepts our house rules and will enforce them with the group members: our buildings, equipment and tools used for our sessions are protected by the participants and returned at the end of the session.
• Cancellation of the program can only be made in writing at least 48 hours before the visit. Otherwise, the customer is obliged to pay 50% of the price of the ordered program.
• During the breaks of our activities, it is possible to use the restroom and have a refreshment or a snack.
• Our museum educators primarily welcome children to the activities. Please note that parents should only participate if they feel it is absolutely necessary! During the activities, we offer a discounted entrance ticket to our locations for those accompanying children.
• Some of the activities are sometimes held outdoors, so it is important that children dress in layers according to the weather and the location of the activity. We provide a “painting T-shirt” for the activities, but it is worth being prepared for the children to smear themselves with felt-tip pens or paint.
• Sometimes, the bishopric photographer takes photos during the activities, which we may use for marketing purposes. If you do not want your child to be photographed, please let our educators know!

Please note that visitors arriving specifically for photography purposes to the fact that if they arrive specifically for the purpose of photography (engagement photography, wedding photography, baby photography, drone photography, etc.), prior permission must be requested. In the absence of permission, the Bishopric is entitled to take legal action against photographers carrying out activities on its territory without a permit. In the absence of a request and contract signed by the parties, photography is not permitted. We thank you for your cooperation.

• • Submit a request to iroda@pecs.egyhazmegye.hu

In 2017, the Saint László Memorial Year, the Bishopric of Pécs launched the “Sz/Ékes Pécs” museum visit program, within the framework of which admission to the visitable units of the Bishopric of Pécs is free throughout the year for all city residents of Pécs who present their city, bring their relatives, guests, and partners from the countryside or abroad.

The aim of the diocese is for the people of Pécs to proudly present the values ​​of the city to their guests. We consider it important that repeated and frequent payment of entrance fees should not be an obstacle to getting to know it. Therefore, by presenting the Pécs residence card, the visits of Pécs residents become free of charge if they accompany their acquaintances or relatives from the countryside or abroad.

Visitable units:

• Pécs Cathedral, Dzsámi, Bishop’s Palace, KincsTár

Conditions of the visit:

• Only valid as an accompanying person upon presentation of the Pécs residence card.
• One entry, at the same time, allows for a visit with the same content.
• The number of hosting hosts may not exceed the number of paying guests.
• This promotion does not apply to services or products.

Downloads

• teacher’s aid for walking sheet
• solution keys for walking sheet
• acceptance declaration for free travel

FREE TRAVEL ON TRAIN OF MÁV AND VOLÁN TO THE BISHOPS OF PÉCS

Student groups can travel to the Pécs Bishopric with free train and bus tickets!

Download the acceptance declaration: HERE.

Steps to apply for free rail and bus travel:

• Please fill out the acceptance declaration up to point 5 in Word format and send it electronically to the e-mail address elmeny@pecs.egyhazmegye.hu!

• It is important that point 6 of the acceptance declaration is filled out by our colleague, and the seal and signature of the Pécs Bishopric are also placed on the form! Our colleagues will then return the acceptance declaration by email.
• The declaration of acceptance is only valid if it is stamped with the seal of the Bishopric of Pécs.
• When visiting, please have the free group train ticket stamped at the Information Desk of the Magtár Visitor Center or at the Cathedral, as this is the only way to entitle you to the free return journey.

Further information about group travel can be found on the website of MÁV company.