Inner City Budapest Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
Vaci Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Vaci Street during your trip to Budapest. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Vorosmarty Square
Find out about the history of Budapest when you spend time at Vorosmarty Square. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Hungarian National Museum
This is the primary site in Budapest to learn about Hungary’s history, from medieval days through the Soviet occupation after World War II, to modern times.
Andrassy Avenue
Peruse designer boutiques, historical buildings and museums as you explore the street at the heart of Hungary’s fascist and communist history.
Liberty Bridge
Discover the tumultuous history of Budapest’s dramatic falcon-clad iron bridge at the point where Pest and Buda meet in the heart of the city.
Things to do
Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest
Buda Castle District Dark History, Legends and Vampire Night Tour
Budapest Historical Sightseeing - Free Walking Tour
Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks
Budapest: City Highlights Sightseeing Cruise
Top hotels in Inner City Budapest
H2 Hotel Budapest
Very clean room. Attentive staff. Great walkable location. Excellent free breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest
Excellent hotel. Great location. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Beautiful decor!
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Aurea Ana Palace by Eurostars Hotel Company
Beautiful hotel.Great location. Excellent value for price. Would recommend highly.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Location was excellent, beautiful views of the Buda side. Staff were very attentive and super friendly. Room was perfect. Overall very happy with the Hotel, can’t fault it.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Danubius Hotel Astoria City Center
Reception staff were very professional and helpful. Room cleaning service was poor.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Budapest Marriott Hotel
Very clean. Great location. Very close to the Christmas markets.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Inner City Budapest
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Csarnok negyed
When in Csarnok negyed and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Erkel Theatre or Blaha Lujza Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rakoczi Square Station or II. János Pál pápa tér M Tram Stop.
