Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Budapest City Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
Buda Castle
This iconic building has been a King's castle, a Queen's folly, a nunnery, a university – and a ruin.
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.
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 Danube Sightseeing Cruise with Drink and Audio Guide
Budapest Historical Sightseeing - Free Walking Tour
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Walking tour in the Buda Castle incl. Fisherman's Bastion
Our pick of the best Budapest City Centre Hotel Deals
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Overall excellent
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
H2 Hotel Budapest
Perfectly priced hotel in a great location with friendly staff and a high quality breakfast
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Park Plaza Budapest
Room was great but it was a lillte dark in the hallways and the bathroom.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Maverick Central Market
Very clean, good facilities and location. Excellent value for money
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Continental Hotel Budapest
Is good
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy
The hotel is very lovely. However, the room was far too hot. This was on the first floor , accessible for the public to climb in through the window. We were re-located to the 3rd floor, which was also very hot, but we were able to keep the window open all night. On a more positive note. The receptionist ...
Reviewed on 13 Nov 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
Egyetem Tér and Vaci Street 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.
Belső-Ferencváros
While you're in Belső-Ferencváros, take in top sights like Balna Budapest or Great Market Hall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Zsil utca Tram Stop or Boráros tér H Tram Stop.
District VI
If you're spending time in District VI, check out sights like House of Terror Museum or Andrássy Út and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vorosmarty Street Station or Oktogon M Tram Stop.
Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
- Gellért Thermal Bath
- Parliament Building
- Buda Castle
- Hungarian State Opera House
- Szechenyi Chain Bridge
- Fisherman's Bastion
- Rudas Baths
- Hungarian National Museum
- Budapest Castle Hill Funicular
- Andrassy Avenue
- Matthias Church
- Liberty Bridge
- Elisabeth Bridge
- Szechenyi Istvan Square
- Danube Promenade
- Liberty Statue
- Blaha Lujza Square
- Citadella
What kind of hotels are in Budapest City Centre?
Are there hotels near Budapest City Centre?
- Inner City Budapest Hotels
- Lipotvaros Hotels
- Erzsebetvaros Hotels
- District VI Hotels
- Belváros - Lipótváros Hotels
- Palace District Hotels
- Jozsefvaros Hotels
- Víziváros Hotels
- Belső-Ferencváros Hotels
- Ferencvaros Hotels
- Ujlipotvaros Hotels
- District IX Hotels
- Castle Hill Hotels
- Terezvaros Hotels
- Gellert Hill Hotels
- Budavár Hotels
- District XI Hotels
- Andrassy Hotels
- District XIII Hotels
- Kelenföld Hotels
