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
InterContinental Budapest by IHG

InterContinental Budapest by IHG

5 out of 5
Apaczai Csere Janos 12-14, Budapest
The price is AU$265 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$265
5 Nov - 6 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! (1,008 reviews)
"Great location to downtown and all the sites on the river"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Park Plaza Budapest

Park Plaza Budapest

4 out of 5
Bem Rakpart 16-19, Budapest
The price is AU$175 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$175
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"Clean and acceptable - convenient - diner at the bar was not good - waiter was more interested in his girlfriend then customer service and food was mediocre. Lucky 2 good cafes around the corner ( 2nd one best) and behind was a converted monastery that had a beyond excellent restaurant you need to ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Park Plaza Budapest
H2 Hotel Budapest

H2 Hotel Budapest

3 out of 5
Sas u.24., Budapest
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$209 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$209
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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! (1,670 reviews)
"Excellent hotel! I would come back in a heartbeat. The only thing I’d suggest is that they try to fit a small bedside table into the room. We used a large window sill and made it work, and I know other room categories don’t have this issue. It was great!"

Reviewed on 6 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.
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! (576 reviews)
"Very nice apartment close to dining and shopping. Metro was a short walk away. Good AC, full fridge and kitchen ustensiles."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Corvin Center Suites
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! (107 reviews)
"The room was excellent. Well outfitted super clean and in amazing condition. The staff were extremely helpful and responsive to every question and request. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Silver Crown Hotel & Residence
Elisabeth Downtown Apartments by UrbanRent

Elisabeth Downtown Apartments by UrbanRent

3 out of 5
36 Dob u., Budapest
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (449 reviews)
"Need shower gel and more toilet paper. I did bring my own shower gel, but it would be nice if it was provided too. Cleaning I think should be done at least once if you are staying 3 or 4 days. A light clean should be done, take out trash etc. I know it was an apartment, so I knew before hand that ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Elisabeth Downtown Apartments by UrbanRent
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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