Aquincum Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Aquincum Museum and Ruin Garden
Before Budapest, there was Aquincum – a major Roman city with baths, temples and a huge amphitheatre, around much of which you can now walk.
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 iconic building has been a King's castle, a Queen's folly, a nunnery, a university – and a ruin.
Parliament Building
The majestic white-and-red Parliament Building is adorned with half a million precious stones, 40 kilos of gold – and a uniquely Hungarian grandeur.
Szechenyi Thermal Bath
Relish the remarkable experience of a bath party and relax in one of the 18 pools of Budapest’s famous hot spring water.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
Activities
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Other neighbourhoods around Aquincum
District XIII
If you're spending time in District XIII, check out sights like Danube Arena or Danube River and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Arpad Bridge Station or Göncz Árpád városközpont M Tram Stop.
Ujlipotvaros
Consider exploring the relaxing spas in Ujlipotvaros. If sightseeing is on the list, WestEnd City Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Dozsa Gyorgy Street Station or Dévai utca Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Terezvaros
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Terezvaros. If sightseeing is on the list, Andrássy Út is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Vorosmarty Street Station or Kodaly Circus Station to see more of the area.
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.
Andrassy
Consider a visit to Andrássy Út and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Andrassy. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Vorosmarty Street Station or Kodaly Circus Station.
District XIV
While you're in District XIV, take in top sights like Papp Laszlo Sports Arena or City Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bosnyák tér Tram Stop or Zugló kocsiszín Tram Stop.