Budapest Travel Guide

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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
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Inner City Budapest

4.5/5(1,188 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
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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.

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Erzsebetvaros

4/5(679 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
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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
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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 2.942.012 ₫ per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
2.942.012 ₫
3.206.763 ₫ total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,020 reviews)
"This is a lovely, comfortable, quiet hotel to stay in. The breakfast was nice and sufficient. It was a great location to see the sites. Within walking distance of most things. We would definitely return."

Reviewed on 13 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 4.390.333 ₫ per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
4.390.333 ₫
4.785.463 ₫ total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Hotel is located on the bank of the danube. Excellent room, incredible views and easy access to central Budapest"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

InterContinental Budapest by IHG
H2 Hotel Budapest

H2 Hotel Budapest

3 out of 5
Sas u.24., Budapest
The price is 3.351.872 ₫ per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
3.351.872 ₫
3.653.541 ₫ total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,695 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 Wi-Fi, 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 Wi-Fi, 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 Wi-Fi, 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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Reviews of Budapest

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Perfect for a long weekend.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Very nice city definitely worth a visit

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved Budapest and will revisit when next able to do so.

5/5 - Excellent

HumairaYasin

Loved the city, beautiful and clean. People were lovely too.

5/5 - Excellent

Ashleigh

Absolutwly beautiful place, was there for 6 days and theres still so much to do. Will be making it an anual trip to come back

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazing city with so much to see and do. I would recommend using the “Lime scooters” as a cheap and convenient way to get around.

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