Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
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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
Gaze at the grand building of the democratic government of the people of Hungary and enjoy its reflection in the Danube River.
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
One of the highlights of the Budapest skyline, this palatial structure also offers interesting galleries and museums.
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
Enjoy an opera or ballet or simply admire the beautiful interior and exterior of this pre-1900 neo-Renaissance architectural masterpiece.
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 Budapest City Centre
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
Maverick Central Market
One of the best hostels. Clean
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Park Plaza Budapest
Room was clean but very warm, despite trying to turn the temperature down, ended up with the window open. Breakfast was plentiful and good quality and in the evening the bar was reasonably priced too.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Continental Hotel Budapest
Ok all but no Vip
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
K+K Hotel Opera Budapest
Room clean
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
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.
Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
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Hotels Near Budapest City Centre, Budapest
- Inner City Budapest Hotels
- Lipotvaros Hotels
- Erzsebetvaros Hotels
- District VI Hotels
- Belváros - Lipótváros Hotels
- Palace District Hotels
- Jozsefvaros Hotels
- Víziváros Hotels
- Belső-Ferencváros Hotels
- Ferencvaros Hotels
- Ujlipotvaros Hotels
- Csarnok negyed Hotels
- District IX Hotels
- Terezvaros Hotels
- Castle Hill Hotels
- Budavár Hotels
- Tabán Hotels
- District XI Hotels
- Gellert Hill Hotels
- Andrassy Hotels
