Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Gellért Thermal Bath
Soothe your aching joints in Budapest’s famous mineral hot springs housed in an impressive building where you can also enjoy a range of spa treatments.
Parliament Building
This impressive building is home to the Hungarian government and is beautifully situated on the banks of the Danube.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
Buda Castle
This magnificent building is a landmark in the Budapest skyline, as well as being home to a gallery and a museum.
Szechenyi Chain Bridge
Learn about the intriguing history and construction of the city’s most famous bridge, which offers interesting views along the River Danube.
Hungarian State Opera House
This beautifully-appointed Neo-classical masterwork has played host to the best opera in the world for well over a century.
Top hotels in Budapest City Centre
Budapest Marriott Hotel
Very clean. Great location. Very close to the Christmas markets.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
H2 Hotel Budapest
Very clean room. Attentive staff. Great walkable location. Excellent free breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy
Lovely staff and very helpful
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Park Plaza Budapest
Room was clean but very warm, despite trying to turn the temperature down, ended up with the window open. Breakfast was plentiful and good quality and in the evening the bar was reasonably priced too.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
K+K Hotel Opera Budapest
Room clean
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Continental Hotel Budapest
We enjoyed our stay. The room was very clean and the staff were very helpful and accommodating. The restaurant was very good also. I would recommend.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Budapest City Centre
Belváros - Lipótváros
Known for its fantastic nightlife and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Belváros - Lipótváros. Check out top attractions like St. Stephen's Basilica and Danube Palace, and jump on the metro at Deak Ferenc ter Station or Vorosmarty Square Station to see more of the city.
Inner City Budapest
Vaci Street and Liberty Bridge are top sights in Inner City Budapest, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ferenciek Square Station or Március 15. tér Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Lipotvaros
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Lipotvaros. Check out top attractions like Danube Palace and Szechenyi Istvan Square, and jump on the metro at Széchenyi István tér Tram Stop or Kossuth Lajos ter Station to see more of the city.
Palace District
If you're spending time in Palace District, check out sights like Szabo Ervin Central Library or Hungarian National Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rákóczi tér M Tram Stop or Harminckettesek tere Tram Stop.
Belső-Ferencváros
While you're in Belső-Ferencváros, take in top sights like Balna Budapest or Great Market Hall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Zsil utca Tram Stop or Boráros tér H Tram Stop.
District VI
If you're spending time in District VI, check out sights like House of Terror Museum or Andrássy Út and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vorosmarty Street Station or Oktogon M Tram Stop.
Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
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- Gellért Thermal Bath
- Parliament Building
- St. Stephen's Basilica
- Buda Castle
- Szechenyi Chain Bridge
- Fisherman's Bastion
- Vaci Street
- Rudas Baths
- Danube River
- Hungarian National Museum
- Andrassy Avenue
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- Matthias Church
- Liberty Bridge
- Elisabeth Bridge
- Liberty Square
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