Central Hungary

Travel Guide

Buda Castle which includes a castle as well as a large group of people
Roosevelt Square featuring flowers and a park
Hungarian National Museum which includes interior views
City Park featuring cycling and a park
Roosevelt Square which includes a monument, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

Where to stay in Central Hungary

Buda Castle showing heritage architecture, a castle and a statue or sculpture

Budapest City Centre

Known for its stunning cathedral, charming cafes, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Budapest City Centre. Top attractions like Ferenc Deak Square and Ferris Wheel of Budapest are major draws. Catch the metro at Deak Ferenc ter Station or Deák Ferenc tér M Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Budapest City Centre
Budapest featuring a river or creek, a bridge and an administrative buidling

Inner City Budapest

4.5/5(1,149 area reviews)

Situated on the east bank of the Danube, this central area offers sightseeing at landmarks like Buda Castle and shopping on Váci Street. Easily accessible via Ferenc Deák Square, where three Budapest Metro lines converge.

Inner City Budapest
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
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Erzsebetvaros

4/5(461 area reviews)

Situated on the Pest side of the Danube, this densely populated district boasts the historic Jewish quarter and the largest functioning synagogue in Europe, Dohány Street Synagogue.

Erzsebetvaros
St. Stephen\'s Basilica which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Belváros - Lipótváros

Heart of Budapest, District V boasts political, financial, and touristic significance. Explore iconic sites like Hungarian Parliament Building, St Stephen's Basilica, and Széchenyi Chain Bridge.

Belváros - Lipótváros
Hungarian State Opera House showing a statue or sculpture

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 the city at Vorosmarty Street Station or Oktogon M Tram Stop.

District VI

Popular places to visit

Margaret Island featuring a river or creek and a city

Margaret Island

4/5(5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Margaret Island, a popular spot to commune with nature in Budapest. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Margaret Island
Parliament Building featuring heritage architecture, night scenes and a city

Parliament Building

5/5(911 reviews)

After visiting Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Budapest. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.

Parliament Building
Gellert Thermal Baths and Swimming Pool featuring swimming and a pool

Gellért Thermal Bath

4.5/5(324 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Budapest with a stop at Gellért Thermal Bath. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums.

Gellért Thermal Bath
Szechenyi Thermal Bath showing a day spa, a park and flowers

Széchenyi Thermal Bath

4.5/5(295 reviews)

Find out about the history of Budapest when you spend time at Széchenyi Thermal Bath. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene.

Széchenyi Thermal Bath
Buda Castle showing heritage architecture, chateau or palace and a park

Buda Castle

4.5/5(905 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Budapest with a stop at Buda Castle. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and churches.

Buda Castle
St. Stephen\'s Basilica showing a river or creek, a bridge and a city

St. Stephen's Basilica

4.5/5(973 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Budapest when you spend time at St. Stephen's Basilica. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.

St. Stephen's Basilica