Central Hungary Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Central Hungary

Buda Castle featuring heritage architecture, a statue or sculpture and château or palace

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 heritage architecture

Inner City Budapest

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

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.

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

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

Kiraly Street and Nagymezo Street are top sights in Erzsebetvaros, and you should be sure to explore the luxurious spas. Hop aboard the metro at Wesselényi utca - Erzsébet körút Tram Stop or Király utca / Erzsébet körút Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

Erzsebetvaros
Hungarian State Opera House featuring 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 of the city at Vorosmarty Street Station or Oktogon M Tram Stop.

District VI
St. Stephen\'s Basilica showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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.

Belváros - Lipótváros
Continental Hotel Budapest

Continental Hotel Budapest

4.5 out of 5
Dohany Utca 42-44, Budapest
The price is AU$202 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$202
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,031 reviews)
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

Continental Hotel Budapest
InterContinental Budapest by IHG

InterContinental Budapest by IHG

5 out of 5
Apaczai Csere Janos 12-14, Budapest
The price is AU$304 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$304
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
Pretty hotel and great area to explore. Our room view was beautiful .0

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

InterContinental Budapest by IHG
H2 Hotel Budapest

H2 Hotel Budapest

3 out of 5
Sas u.24., Budapest
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The price is AU$213 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$213
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,697 reviews)
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

H2 Hotel Budapest
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.
Silver Crown Hotel & Residence

Silver Crown Hotel & Residence

3.5 out of 5
4 Szentkirályi u., Budapest
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Margaret Island and Vaci Street are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews)
Breakfast expensive. Studio Apartment with kitchenette. All amenities good

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Silver Crown Hotel & Residence
Corvin Center Suites

Corvin Center Suites

4 out of 5
Futó utca 34-36, Budapest
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Margaret Island and Vaci Street ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (579 reviews)
Fantastic room in a central-ish area, with a local shopping centre and Lidl nearby. Comfy, clean and friendly staff.

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Corvin Center Suites
Lord Residence

Lord Residence

3 out of 5
Lovag Street 8, Budapest, Pest
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Margaret ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (681 reviews)
Big choice of shops and restaurants in the adjacent street, two tram lines that connect the city diagonally from the Parliament to the Historic Jewish Centre which is now the lively centre of the city, theatres,the opera is only a short walk as is the Metro Station "Opera" on line M1 north-to-south. ...

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Lord Residence
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.

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