Vár Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Buda Castle featuring a castle as well as a large group of people
Matthias Church showing a statue or sculpture and religious elements
Matthias Church which includes a church or cathedral, interior views and religious elements
Matthias Church showing interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral
Buda Castle featuring outdoor eating and a city as well as a large group of people

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 acclaimed theatre scene and stunning cathedral.

Hungarian National Gallery
Royal Palace

Royal Palace

Find out about the history of Budapest with a stop at Royal Palace. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this romantic area.

Royal Palace

Activities

Budapest Buda Castle District Dark History Vampire Night Tour

Budapest: Buda Castle District Dark History Vampire Night Tour

AU$32
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Budapest: Buda Castle District Dark History Vampire Night Tour
Free walking tour in the Buda Castle incl. Fisherman's Bastion

Free walking tour in the Buda Castle incl. Fisherman's Bastion

AU$5
per adult
Free walking tour in the Buda Castle incl. Fisherman's Bastion
Guided Tour in Budapest Castle District

Guided Tour in Budapest Castle District

AU$11
per adult
Guided Tour in Budapest Castle District
Budapest Matthias Church Entry Ticket

Budapest Matthias Church Entry Ticket

AU$29
per adult
Budapest Matthias Church Entry Ticket
Castle tour panorama

Buda Castle Walk with Matthias Church Entry

AU$102
per adult
Buda Castle Walk with Matthias Church Entry
Buda Castle Tour Hidden Gems and the Best Panorama

Free Buda Castle Tour Hidden Gems and the Best Panorama

AU$5
per adult
Free Buda Castle Tour Hidden Gems and the Best Panorama
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Our pick of the best Vár Hotel Deals

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 15 July to 16 July
AU$280
15 July - 16 July
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Was next door to the beautiful Buda castle, very nice and clean area with very good transportation. Restaurants, gifts and grocery shops with 2mins walk"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Hilton Budapest
Buda Castle Hotel
Buda Castle Hotel
3 out of 5
Uri Utca 39, Budapest
The price is AU$158 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$158
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star boutique hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (994 reviews)
"Friendly staff great AC!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Buda Castle Hotel
Park Plaza Budapest
Park Plaza Budapest
4 out of 5
Bem Rakpart 16-19, Budapest
The price is AU$171 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$171
23 July - 24 July
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)
"Quiet property in nice location, carpets had seen better days however."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Park Plaza Budapest
Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, Budapest
Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, Budapest
4.5 out of 5
Terez Krt 43, Budapest
The price is AU$144 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$144
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"All excellent"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, Budapest
IntercityHotel Budapest
IntercityHotel Budapest
4 out of 5
Baross Ter 7-8, Budapest
The price is AU$112 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$112
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (763 reviews)
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Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

IntercityHotel Budapest
Corinthia Budapest
Corinthia Budapest
4.5 out of 5
Erzsebet krt 43-49, Budapest
The price is AU$293 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$293
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,211 reviews)
"Great location, spacious rooms, excellent service."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Corinthia Budapest
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Other neighbourhoods around Vár

Buda Castle featuring heritage architecture, a garden and a castle

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
Budapest showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Castle Hill

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

Travellers love Castle Hill for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Halász utca Tram Stop or Batthyany Place Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church.

Castle Hill
Budapest showing interior views, heritage elements 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
Citadella which includes views as well as a large group of people

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.

Tabán
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 heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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

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