Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Budapest City Centre
Popular places to visit
Buda Castle
This iconic building has been a King's castle, a Queen's folly, a nunnery, a university – and a ruin.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
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.
Hungarian State Opera House
This exquisite building has proved to be as much a work of art as the opera and ballet performances that take place within it.
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.
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.
Activities
Budapest: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
NZ$66
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest
NZ$119
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Budapest: 1-Hour Highlights Cruise with Welcome Drink
NZ$31
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Budapest Danube Cruise with Drink, Audio Guide, Margaret Island
NZ$40
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Budapest: Cat Museum Budapest Entry Ticket
NZ$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
NZ$218
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Budapest City Centre Hotel Deals
H2 Hotel Budapest
Sas u.24. Budapest
The price is NZ$198 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
NZ$198
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,682 reviews)
Good breakfast options. Staff were polite and the room was very clean. Quiet and within easy reach of the main areas of the city.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Apaczai Csere Janos 12-14 Budapest
The price is NZ$394 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
NZ$394
10 Apr - 11 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Garantía de hotel, todo perfecto.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Budapest
Bem Rakpart 16-19 Budapest
The price is NZ$220 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$220
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,180 reviews)
Friendly Staff, Nice Room
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Continental Hotel Budapest
Dohany Utca 42-44 Budapest
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$268 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
NZ$268
14 Apr - 15 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
On entry the building is impressive and the reception staff attentive and helpful. The rooms and corridors are however very minimal and quite small. Breakfast, whilst lots of choice didnt have enough healthy options with a focus on fried foods.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Danubius Hotel Astoria City Center
Kossuth Lajos utca 19-21 Budapest
The price is NZ$186 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
NZ$186
22 Apr - 23 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, wonderful staff. Near transportation and major sights. Easily navigated. Would definitely recommend
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Elisabeth Downtown Apartments by FirstHost
36 Dob u. Budapest
The price is NZ$146 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
NZ$146
15 Apr - 16 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (583 reviews)
Great location, walkable to the city and river. Plenty of food places around locally. Lovely apartment with good facilities, easy check-in. Very good for a break without the expense of eating out every night.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
