Castle Hill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Budapest which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Fisherman\'s Bastion showing a river or creek, a ferry and a city
Castle Hill
Fisherman\'s Bastion featuring a castle, heritage architecture and a river or creek
Castle Hill

Popular places to visit

Buda Castle featuring a garden, château or palace and heritage architecture

Buda Castle

4.5/5(66 reviews)

This magnificent building is a landmark in the Budapest skyline, as well as being home to a gallery and a museum.

Buda Castle
Fisherman\'s Bastion showing a river or creek, a ferry and a city

Fisherman's Bastion

4.5/5(67 reviews)

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.

Fisherman's Bastion
Budapest Castle Hill Funicular which includes railway items and a bridge

Budapest Castle Hill Funicular

5/5(6 reviews)

Reach the magnificent Buda Castle from the River Danube via this elegant chairlift, complete with multiple cabins and panoramic viewing platforms.

Budapest Castle Hill Funicular
Matthias Church featuring religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral

Matthias Church

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Incoming Hungarian kings were crowned for many years in this marvellously decorous church.

Matthias Church
Hungarian National Gallery

Hungarian National Gallery

You can browse the exhibits at Hungarian National Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Budapest. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.

Hungarian National Gallery
Castle Garden Bazaar

Castle Garden Bazaar

You can do some window-shopping at Castle Garden Bazaar during your trip to Budapest. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.

Castle Garden Bazaar

Activities

Parliament Tour in Budapest with Audio Guide

Parliament Tour in Budapest with Audio Guide

AU$66
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Parliament Tour in Budapest with Audio Guide
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music

Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music

AU$196
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
BloodThirsty Hungary: Walkingtour & Dark Historical Stories

BloodThirsty Hungary: Walking tour & Dark Historical Stories

AU$27
per adult
BloodThirsty Hungary: Walking tour & Dark Historical Stories
Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks

Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks

AU$37
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks
1 Hour Sightseeing Cruise in Budapest

1 Hour Sightseeing Cruise in Budapest

AU$21
per adult
1 Hour Sightseeing Cruise in Budapest
The Original Pest Downtown Walking Tour

Walking Tour Budapest incl. the Shoes on the Danube Bank

AU$5
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walking Tour Budapest incl. the Shoes on the Danube Bank
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Our pick of the best Castle Hill Hotel Deals

Park Plaza Budapest

Park Plaza Budapest

4 out of 5
Bem Rakpart 16-19, Budapest
The price is AU$173 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$173
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"Clean and acceptable - convenient - diner at the bar was not good - waiter was more interested in his girlfriend then customer service and food was mediocre. Lucky 2 good cafes around the corner ( 2nd one best) and behind was a converted monastery that had a beyond excellent restaurant you need to ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Park Plaza Budapest
Hotel Clark Budapest - Adults Only

Hotel Clark Budapest - Adults Only

5 out of 5
Clark Ádám tér 1., Budapest
The price is AU$289 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$289
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (938 reviews)
Great hotel some great little touches!
"Amazing rooms (but small) comfy beds very clean lovely modern hotel with lots of little nice touches you wouldn’t get in other 5 star hotels. Perfectly situated in Budapest. Would definitely stay back at this boutique hotel"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Hotel Clark Budapest - Adults Only
Carlton Hotel Buda Castle

Carlton Hotel Buda Castle

4 out of 5
Apor Péter utca, 3., Budapest
The price is AU$143 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$143
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Margaret Island and Szechenyi Chain ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (386 reviews)
"Veey good location. A nice comfortabke hotel at a very reasonable price. Spotlessly clean. Very frienfly, helpful and efficient staff. I have already recommended the Carlton Buda Castle to friends."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Carlton Hotel Buda Castle
Leon Hotel & Lounge

Leon Hotel & Lounge

4 out of 5
19 Lánchíd u., Budapest, Magyar
The price is AU$190 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$190
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Margaret Island and Buda ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. Great experience."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Leon Hotel & Lounge
Hilton Budapest

Hilton Budapest

4.5 out of 5
Hess A Ter 1-3, Budapest
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$280 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$280
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"The view of the Danube and the palace was breathtaking. Close to all the palace sites but across the river from the main city where everything else is. It’s a short distance but i wouldn’t consider it walkable for seniors. I would stay here again despite being across the river, the view is worth ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hilton Budapest
Kimpton BEM Budapest by IHG

Kimpton BEM Budapest by IHG

5 out of 5
Bem Jozsef ter 3, Budapest
The price is AU$351 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$351
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Margaret Island and Fisherman's Bastion ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Stunning hotel. Lovely location. Exceptional staff. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Kimpton BEM Budapest by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Castle Hill

Budapest which includes heritage elements, interior views and a church or cathedral

Víziváros

If you're spending time in Víziváros, check out sights like Fő Utca or Fisherman's Bastion and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Batthyany Place Station or Halász utca Tram Stop.

Víziváros
Buda Castle featuring a garden, château or palace and heritage architecture

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.

Budavár
Lipotvaros which includes a monument and a statue or sculpture

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.

Lipotvaros
St. Stephen\'s Basilica showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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.

Belváros - Lipótváros
Buda Castle featuring heritage architecture, a statue or sculpture and château or palace

Budapest City Centre

Known for its stunning cathedral, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Budapest City Centre. Top attractions like Ferenc Deak Square and Ferris Wheel of Budapest are major draws. Catch the metro at Deak Ferenc ter Station or Deák Ferenc tér M Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Budapest City Centre
Budapest featuring a river or creek, a bridge and heritage architecture

Inner City Budapest

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

Vaci Street and Inner-City Parish Church (Belvarosi Plebania Templom) 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.

Inner City Budapest

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