Central Hungary

Travel Guide

Buda Castle featuring a castle as well as a large group of people
Szechenyi Istvan Square showing a park and flowers
Hungarian National Museum which includes interior views
City Park showing a garden and cycling
Szechenyi Istvan Square showing a monument, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

Where to stay in Central Hungary

Buda Castle featuring a castle, heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

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 heritage architecture, a river or creek and an administrative building

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
Lipotvaros featuring 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(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
St. Stephen\'s Basilica which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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
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
Park Plaza Budapest

Park Plaza Budapest

4 out of 5
Bem Rakpart 16-19, Budapest
The price is €98 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
€98
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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! (1,023 reviews)
"Overall, this was exactly what I expected. The breakfast was great, the transport links exemplary. The view I got of the parliament building was incredible. Wow. I just wish that water was provided in your room rather than down at reception. I am pretty immobile and so going to fetch water constantly ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Park Plaza Budapest
Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, Budapest

Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, Budapest

4.5 out of 5
Terez Krt 43, Budapest
The price is €94 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
€94
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"A very clean, well presented hotel and our room was excellent. Nice big open shower in the bathroom and the room itself was spacious and clean. For the price we paid it was well worth the stay here."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, Budapest
IntercityHotel Budapest

IntercityHotel Budapest

4 out of 5
Baross Ter 7-8, Budapest
The price is €67 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€67
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (787 reviews)
"The hotel is located just a few meters from Keleti Station, which makes it very convenient if you're arriving in Budapest by train. It's also very close to a metro stop that connects you to different parts of the city. The hotel has spacious, comfortable rooms, and the service and attention are very ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

IntercityHotel Budapest
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7seasons Apartments Budapest

7seasons Apartments Budapest

4 out of 5
Király utca 8, Budapest
Stay at this 4-star boutique aparthotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,517 reviews)
"Very central place."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

7seasons Apartments Budapest
Marbles Residence

Marbles Residence

3 out of 5
82 József krt., Budapest
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Margaret Island and Vaci Street ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
"Marbles Residence has hittatperfection point in so many ways when it comes to affordable places to stay in Budapest."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Marbles Residence
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 WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Margaret ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (655 reviews)
"Convenient and safe. Difficult getting luggage up steps before elevator could be reached, but amenities such as dishwasher and a wonderful bed made up for that. Helpful, friendly staff. Nice balcony view to courtyard. Water in big courtesy bottle is free for refills at desk, don't have to buy the ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Margaret Island which includes a river or creek and a city

Margaret Island

Explore the great outdoors at Margaret Island, a popular spot to commune with nature in Budapest. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Margaret Island
Parliament Building showing an administrative building, heritage architecture and night scenes

Parliament Building

Gaze at the grand building of the democratic government of the people of Hungary and enjoy its reflection in the Danube River.

Parliament Building
Gellért Thermal Bath

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.

Gellért Thermal Bath
Szechenyi Thermal Bath featuring flowers, heritage architecture and a day spa

Széchenyi Thermal Bath

Relish the remarkable experience of a bath party and relax in one of the 18 pools of Budapest’s famous hot spring water.

Széchenyi Thermal Bath
Buda Castle showing a park, heritage architecture and a castle

Buda Castle

One of the highlights of the Budapest skyline, this palatial structure also offers interesting galleries and museums.

Buda Castle
St. Stephen's Basilica

St. Stephen's Basilica

Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.

St. Stephen's Basilica
Budapest showing heritage architecture, a ferry and a city

Budapest

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