Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Budapest City Centre
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.

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.

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.

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.
Activities

Parliament Tour in Budapest with Audio Guide

Budapest: Buda Castle Walk with Saint Stephen's Hall

Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks

Walking Tour Budapest incl. the Shoes on the Danube Bank
Our pick of the best Budapest City Centre Hotel Deals

H2 Hotel Budapest
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

The Amberlyn Suite Hotel
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Park Plaza Budapest
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Danubius Hotel Astoria City Center
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Continental Hotel Budapest
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
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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
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.

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.

Tabán
If you're spending time in Tabán, check out sights like Rudas Baths or Citadella and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Döbrentei tér Tram Stop or Rudas Gyógyfürdő 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.
- Parliament Building
- Gellért Thermal Bath
- Buda Castle
- St. Stephen's Basilica
- Budapest Christmas Market
- Szechenyi Chain Bridge
- Hungarian State Opera House
- Fisherman's Bastion
- Rudas Baths
- Vorosmarty Square
- Hungarian National Museum
- Budapest Castle Hill Funicular
- Andrassy Avenue
- Liberty Bridge
- Matthias Church
- Elisabeth Bridge
- Szechenyi Istvan Square
- Citadella
What kind of hotels are in Budapest City Centre?
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Are there hotels near Budapest City Centre?
- Inner City Budapest Hotels
- Lipotvaros Hotels
- Erzsebetvaros Hotels
- Belváros - Lipótváros Hotels
- District VI Hotels
- Palace District Hotels
- Jozsefvaros Hotels
- Belső-Ferencváros Hotels
- District VII. Hotels
- Castle Hill Hotels
- Ferencvaros Hotels
- Budavár Hotels
- Ujlipotvaros Hotels
- District IX Hotels
- Gellert Hill Hotels
- District XI Hotels
- Terezvaros Hotels
- Andrassy Hotels
- District XIII Hotels