Budapest City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Gellért Thermal Bath
You can learn about the history of Budapest with a stop at Gellért Thermal Bath. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Parliament Building
After visiting Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Budapest. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Learn about the local history of Budapest when you spend time at St. Stephen's Basilica. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Buda Castle
You can learn about the history of Budapest when you stop by Buda Castle. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and churches.
Budapest Christmas Market
You can take time to visit Budapest Christmas Market during your travels to Budapest. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.
Hungarian State Opera House
Enjoy a show at Hungarian State Opera House, a theatre with a story to tell in Budapest. Discover the area's fascinating museums and churches.
Top hotels in Budapest City Centre
Continental Hotel Budapest
"Excellent facilities, interesting architecture to the building. The staff were friendly, professional and extremely helpful."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Budapest Marriott Hotel
"Great location!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Park Plaza Budapest
"The room was very spacious and clean. We had one of the rooms that over looked the river and it was well worth it! So lovely to sit with the window open at night and watch the boars going by. The breakfast had a very large selection of food to choose from and all was good ! The people at the Front ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
H2 Hotel Budapest
"This is a great hotel in the perfect part of Budapest. The accommodations were comfortable, very clean and very safe. The breakfast buffet was excellent!! I highly recommend this hotel (I’m American, so if you’re looking for something comparable to an American hotel, this fits the bill)."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
"Location"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
D8 Hotel
"I chose this hotel largely because the website advertised laundry service. Unfortunately, I was only informed at check in that the service is not available on weekends, which was disappointing after two weeks of travel and something I would have liked to know before booking. The staff were consistently ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
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 Arany Janos Street 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.
Budavár
Travellers love Budavár for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Krisztina tér Tram Stop or Dózsa György tér Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Budapest Castle Hill Funicular and Buda Castle.
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.
