Travel Guide to Palm House, Helikon Castle Museum

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, head towards Keszthely, which is easily accessible via the main road (Route 76) that connects several towns in Western Transdanubia. Once in Keszthely, follow the signs to the Helikon Castle Museum. Specifically, drive to the address 8360 Keszthely. Upon reaching the area, parking is available near the museum, though there may be a small fee for parking, typically around 200 HUF for an hour.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  For those using public transportation, take a bus to Keszthely. Buses regularly depart from major towns in Western Transdanubia, including Sopron and Szombathely. Check the schedule for the latest departures as they can vary. Once you arrive at the Keszthely bus station, you can either walk to the museum (approximately a 20-minute walk) or take a local taxi to the Helikon Castle Museum. Walking directions from the bus station: exit the bus station, head south on Kossuth Lajos utca, turn right onto Festetics György utca, and continue until you reach the museum.

• Public Transportation - Train

  If you prefer traveling by train, take a train to Keszthely from larger cities like Gyor or Szombathely. The train station in Keszthely is located about 1.5 kilometers from the Helikon Castle Museum. Upon arrival, you can walk or take a taxi to the museum. Walking directions from the train station: head north on Kossuth Lajos utca, turn right onto Festetics György utca, and follow the road until you reach the museum.