Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Parliament Building
This impressive building is home to the Hungarian government and is beautifully situated on the banks of 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.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
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.
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.
Fisherman's Bastion
Enjoy magnificent views of the Danube River and the eastern half of Budapest from this fascinating neo-Gothic balcony at the top of Castle Hill.
Top hotels in Budapest City Centre
Continental Hotel Budapest
Very busy at breakfast. Unfortunately coffee machines not working so long ques. Chef at egg station a little slow. All staff were wonderful and both our rooms were great.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Park Plaza Budapest
The property is very well located.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
H2 Hotel Budapest
Fabulous included breakfast. Close to shops and restaurants. Five minute walk from St. Stephens Cathedral. Short walk to the Danube.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Three Corners Downtown Hotel
n/a
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Three Corners Avenue Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Danubius Hotel Astoria City Center
Perfect location, would be happy to stay here again
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
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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 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
Ferenciek Square and Egyetem Tér 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 Hungarian National Museum or Blaha Lujza Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rákóczi tér M Tram Stop or Harminckettesek tere Tram Stop.
Budavár
Travellers love Budavár for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Krisztina tér Tram Stop or Dózsa György tér Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Budapest Castle Hill Funicular and Buda Castle.
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.
Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
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