Budapest City Centre
Budapest
Visit Budapest City Centre
Popular places to visit
Parliament Building
This impressive building is home to the Hungarian government and is beautifully situated on the banks of the Danube.
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.
Buda Castle
This magnificent building is a landmark in the Budapest skyline, as well as being home to a gallery and a museum.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
Hungarian State Opera House
This beautifully-appointed Neo-classical masterwork has played host to the best opera in the world for well over a century.
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.
Things to do
Budapest: City Highlights Sightseeing Cruise
Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest
Budapest Danube Cruise with Drink, Audio Guide, Margaret Island
Budapest: Unlimited Prosecco, Beer and Aperol Spritz Cruise
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks
Top hotels in Budapest City Centre
Continental Hotel Budapest
Clean hotel and rooms. Big bed and plenty of storage in rooms. Welcoming and friendly staff. Great selection at breakfast. Good location and easy access to all forms of transport. Would recommend to others and we would stay again.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
H2 Hotel Budapest
clean and modern great location. friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Budapest Marriott Hotel
The room was "as pictured" and nice. I still dislike (seems to be a European thing) of having only a portion of the shower (no bathtub - which is fine) covered by a glass partition. As a result, expect some water to splash across the floor. The hotel does have a great view of the river and Buda.
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Park Plaza Budapest
Water was freezing, having a shower was challenging. Wasn’t just us other guests in our group experienced the same.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy
Excellent service for checking in
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Excellent hotel in very central location with nice gym and an excellent breakfast.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 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
Inner City Budapest is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Vaci Street and Inner-City Parish Church (Belvarosi Plebania Templom). See more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Ferenciek Square Station or Március 15. tér 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.
Palace District
While you're in Palace District, take in top sights like Szabo Ervin Central Library or Hungarian National Museum, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Rákóczi tér M Tram Stop or Harminckettesek tere Tram Stop.
Budavár
Enjoy the stunning river views in Budavár. Budapest Castle Hill Funicular is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Krisztina tér Tram Stop or Dózsa György tér Tram Stop to see more of Budapest.
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 the city at Zsil utca Tram Stop or Boráros tér H Tram Stop.
