Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Budapest City Centre
Popular places to visit
Parliament Building
This impressive building is home to the Hungarian government and is beautifully situated on the banks of the Danube.
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.
Buda Castle
This magnificent building is a landmark in the Budapest skyline, as well as being home to a gallery and a museum.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
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.
Hungarian State Opera House
This beautifully-appointed Neo-classical masterwork has played host to the best opera in the world for well over a century.
Activities
Budapest Parliament Tour with Audio Guide
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
BloodThirsty Hungary: Walking tour & Dark Historical Stories
Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks
Budapest Dohany Synagogue & Hungarian Jewish Museum & free extras
Budapest Danube 1 Hour Sunset or Night Cruise with Audio Guide
Our pick of the best Budapest City Centre Hotel Deals
Continental Hotel Budapest
Very comfortable hotel although a little difficult to find that is walking distance of most of the main attractions in Pest. Decent restaurants are 15-20 minute walk away.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Pretty hotel and great area to explore. Our room view was beautiful .0
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
H2 Hotel Budapest
Nice clean hotel, friendly staff, close to many shopping and dining options. Walking distance from to St. Stephen's Basilica and other attractions in the area. We used Hop-on-Hop off bus to reach other attractions within a walking distance from the hotel.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy
His is a great hotel in Budapest don't look just book you won't be disappointed
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest
Excellent overall
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Danubius Hotel Astoria City Center
We would stay there again and again!!!
Reviewed on 13 Oct 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
Vaci Street and Inner-City Parish Church (Belvarosi Plebania Templom) 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.
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.
Belső-Ferencváros
While you're in Belső-Ferencváros, take in top sights like Great Market Hall or Elisabeth Bridge, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Zsil utca Tram Stop or Boráros tér H Tram Stop.
