Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Gellert Thermal Baths and Swimming Pool
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.
Buda Castle
This magnificent building is a landmark in the Budapest skyline, as well as being home to a gallery and a museum.
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.
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.
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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 Budapest Eye, 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 Szechenyi Istvan Square and St. Stephen's Basilica, 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.
District VI
If you're spending time in District VI, check out sights like House of Terror or Andrássy Út and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vorosmarty Street Station or Oktogon M Tram Stop.
Erzsebetvaros
Kiraly Street and Kazinczy Street Orthodox Synagogue are top sights in Erzsebetvaros, and you should be sure to explore the luxurious spas. Hop aboard the metro at Wesselényi utca - Erzsébet körút Tram Stop or Király utca / Erzsébet körút Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
- Places of interest
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- Gellert Thermal Baths and Swimming Pool
- Buda Castle
- Parliament Building
- St. Stephen's Basilica
- Szechenyi Chain Bridge
- Vaci Street
- Fisherman's Bastion
- Danube River
- Rudas Baths
- Hungarian National Museum
- Budapest Castle Hill Funicular
- Andrassy Avenue
- Elisabeth Bridge
- Las Vegas Casino
- Matthias Church
- Shoes on the Danube
- Fő Utca
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Hotels Near Budapest City Centre, Budapest
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- Castle Hill Hotels
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- District IX Hotels
- Ujlipotvaros Hotels
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- Terezvaros Hotels
- Gellert Hill Hotels
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