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.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and 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.
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
This beautifully-appointed Neo-classical masterwork has played host to the best opera in the world for well over a century.
Things to do
Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest
Budapest: Unlimited Prosecco, Beer and Aperol Spritz Cruise
Budapest: 1-Hour Highlights Cruise with Welcome Drink
Budapest Danube Cruise with Drink, Audio Guide
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Budapest Historical Sightseeing - Free Walking Tour
Top hotels in Budapest City Centre
Continental Hotel Budapest
"Really enjoyed hotel, great location for exploring city on foot, close to loads of good places for food and drinks, can’t wait to go back"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Park Plaza Budapest
"The location is superb for exploring Budapest. We had a great room overlooking the Danube. The breakfast was excellent. The only small criticism I could make is that our door was a little stiff and had to be firmly pulled to lock correctly."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Budapest Marriott Hotel
"Wonderful location, wide room. Very kind staff. Flexible check-in & check-out time."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
H2 Hotel Budapest
"Great place in a perfect location to everything. Easy to walk everywhere. Bonus that stay included breakfast was very good."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
"The river view room was spectacular. The room a bit outdated though. The cleaning was excellent the first day, fair the next and non existent the last. I called to request immediate response since we were going out for the evening and had no clean towels. Also, would prefer an a la carte breakfast ..."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
K+K Hotel Opera Budapest
"Nice hotel, at very good location and lovely staff."
Reviewed on May 21, 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 Ferenciek Square and Egyetem Tér. 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 Hungarian National Museum or Blaha Lujza Square, 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.
