CSI: Budapest

No, there’s no new spin-off (at least not a Hungarian one) as far as the popular CBS series is concerned - there is however an exciting and fun chance to become a crime scene investigator and discover hidden clues on mysterious murder scenes.
CSI: The Experience is an interactive exhibition that incorporates elements from the famous television show; the travelling exhibition is now on a very successful world tour and will be hosted by building G at the Millenáris Park in Budapest, beginning with the 7th of November.

The exhibition invites everyone to become a detective and use intuition as well as modern science to solve a murder case. Everything is designed to lead visitors deep into the world of mysteries, to challenge their intelligence and to give them the tools to act: the most advanced technology and techniques used by professionals will be available to the general public on this unique occasion.
Upon arrival visitors will be briefed and directed to one of the three staged crime scenes where they have to identify and record evidence; they are allowed to determine what they believe to be the important clues, then they can take their notes and can cooperate with their favorite TV characters as well as real-life forensic experts via video screens in order to examine every little detail. They can talk to doctors or pathologists, ask the virtual labs to explain blood spatter analysis and conduct firearms technology comparison, and they may be requested to use a microscope to compare or examine tire tracks, pollen fibers, DNA, fingerprints or shell casings. At the end they can submit their reports and conclusions to supervisor Gil Grissom and find out whether they have solved the case correctly.
The event will also receive professional help from the Budapest police department, providing valuable insight into their everyday work: located in a special section, the staff of the BRFK will be presenting the scene of a fictional homicide. Visitors can view several minutes of video footage with forensic specialists explaining how evidence is analyzed during criminal investigations in Hungary.

The purpose of the exhibition is to entertain but also to educate: to encourage critical thinking skills through scientific inquiry and modern technology, and to promote public awareness of recent advances in forensic science. Fans of the TV series will also be delighted as the exhibition features never-before-seen footage of their favourite film characters.
Due to its nature, the exhibition is recommended for adults and older children only; reservations have to be made in advance because, in order to ensure the best conditions, only a limited number of people can enter the premises every day. If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming a detective, now is the time to make that wish come true – choose a day, purchase your tickets and become a part of the CSI team.