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
This impressive building is home to the Hungarian government and is beautifully situated on the banks of the Danube.
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 magnificent building is a landmark in the Budapest skyline, as well as being home to a gallery and a museum.
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: Unlimited Prosecco, Beer and Aperol Spritz Cruise
Budapest: Evening Cruise and Dinner with Welcome Drink
Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks
Budapest: Street Art and Underground Movements Walking Tour
Budapest Christmas Walking Tour & Entry to St Stephen's Basilica
Our pick of the best Budapest City Centre Hotel Deals
H2 Hotel Budapest
Clean room, nice staff, good breakfast
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest
We stayed at the hotel for 4 nights, we really enjoyed it. The location is excellent, close to all the sites. The breakfast is excellent, varied. Good service, excellent room (suite) everything is clean and it is obvious that a lot of effort is put into it. Very good air conditioning. The spa is ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Maverick Central Market
Old but functional.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Park Plaza Budapest
Great room and view, staff were friendly and the hotel is situated in an excellent location. A few minor points relating to the bathroom could be improved upon including the temperature controls (the bathroom was very hot), re-fillable toiletries were not refilled and there was a sewage smell. These ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Continental Hotel Budapest
Amazing hotel
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
K+K Hotel Opera Budapest
Room clean
Reviewed on 2 Dec 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 Liberty Bridge 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.
