Guidebook for Budapest
Arts & Culture
Starting in the turn of the 19th century as an opposition to the conservative National Theatre, it became a pioneer institution of Hungarian drama, and one of the oldest theatres still in operation.
56 locals recommend
Víg Theatre of Budapest
14 Szent István krt.Starting in the turn of the 19th century as an opposition to the conservative National Theatre, it became a pioneer institution of Hungarian drama, and one of the oldest theatres still in operation.
It is one of the most central and busiest parts of Budapest, a major thoroughfare built by 1896, Hungary's Millennium.2 of the major roads which cross it are Váci út, Andrássy Avenue(UNESCO heritage)
16 locals recommend
Teréz körút
Teréz körútIt is one of the most central and busiest parts of Budapest, a major thoroughfare built by 1896, Hungary's Millennium.2 of the major roads which cross it are Váci út, Andrássy Avenue(UNESCO heritage)
is a concert hall and music conservatory in Budapest, Hungary, founded on November 14, 1875. It is home to the Liszt Collection, which features several valuable books and manuscripts donated by Liszt
184 locals recommend
Zeneakadémia
8 Liszt Ferenc téris a concert hall and music conservatory in Budapest, Hungary, founded on November 14, 1875. It is home to the Liszt Collection, which features several valuable books and manuscripts donated by Liszt
It is the largest medicinal bath in Europe.Medical indications are on degenerative joint illnesses, chronic and sub-acute joint inflammations, as well as orthopaedic and traumatological post-treatment
1248 locals recommend
Széchenyi Thermal Bath
9-11 Állatkerti krt.It is the largest medicinal bath in Europe.Medical indications are on degenerative joint illnesses, chronic and sub-acute joint inflammations, as well as orthopaedic and traumatological post-treatment
The Theatre was opened in 1913 and was originally called Jardin d'Hiver.It has been through 12 name changes since its foundation.Its neighbour is the Mai Manó Ház, the House of Hungarian Photography.
16 locals recommend
Thalia Drama Theater
22-24 Nagymező u.The Theatre was opened in 1913 and was originally called Jardin d'Hiver.It has been through 12 name changes since its foundation.Its neighbour is the Mai Manó Ház, the House of Hungarian Photography.
It stands in Széchenyi tér, near the Pest-side abutment of the Chain Bridge. The building was constructed in neo-renaissance style and opened in 1865.
30 locals recommend
Hungarian Academy of Sciences
9 Széchenyi István térIt stands in Széchenyi tér, near the Pest-side abutment of the Chain Bridge. The building was constructed in neo-renaissance style and opened in 1865.
The Ludwig Museum is found in the Palace of Arts, next to the National Theatre.The exhibition space displays artwork by modern and contemporary artists, and is open all-year-long.
135 locals recommend
Ludwig Museum Budapest
1 Komor Marcell u.The Ludwig Museum is found in the Palace of Arts, next to the National Theatre.The exhibition space displays artwork by modern and contemporary artists, and is open all-year-long.
The museum's collection consists mostly of international works of art, including over 120 000 pieces from all periods of European art by the likes of Raffaello, El Greco, Toulouse-Lautrec, Chagall etc
268 locals recommend
Museum of Fine Arts
41 Dózsa György útThe museum's collection consists mostly of international works of art, including over 120 000 pieces from all periods of European art by the likes of Raffaello, El Greco, Toulouse-Lautrec, Chagall etc
It was the most prestigious concert hall of the 19th century, with performances by the likes of Franz Liszt, Johann Strauss, Johannes Brahms and Claude Debussy.
32 locals recommend
Vigadó Concert Hall
2 Vigadó tér It was the most prestigious concert hall of the 19th century, with performances by the likes of Franz Liszt, Johann Strauss, Johannes Brahms and Claude Debussy.
Sightseeing
The station is one of the busiest on the line, as it provides connections to tram lines 4 and 6 on Grand Boulevard, including access to Buda via Margit Bridge. Also, regional and international lines.
402 locals recommend
Nyugati Pályaudvar
The station is one of the busiest on the line, as it provides connections to tram lines 4 and 6 on Grand Boulevard, including access to Buda via Margit Bridge. Also, regional and international lines.
One of Europe's oldest legislative buildings and it is currently the largest building in Hungary and still the tallest building in Budapest.Construction from the winning plan was started in 1885.
1905 locals recommend
Hungarian Parliament Building
1-3 Kossuth Lajos térOne of Europe's oldest legislative buildings and it is currently the largest building in Hungary and still the tallest building in Budapest.Construction from the winning plan was started in 1885.
The Hungarian State Opera House is a neo-Renaissance opera house. Designed by Miklós Ybl, a major figure of 19th century Hungarian architecture. Construction began in 1875 and opened to public in 1884
949 locals recommend
Hungarian State Opera
22 Andrássy útThe Hungarian State Opera House is a neo-Renaissance opera house. Designed by Miklós Ybl, a major figure of 19th century Hungarian architecture. Construction began in 1875 and opened to public in 1884
It was the sixth largest church building in Hungary before 1920. Today, it is the third largest church building in present-day Hungary.It is named in honour of Stephen, the first King of Hungary
1262 locals recommend
St. Stephen's Basilica
1 Szent István térIt was the sixth largest church building in Hungary before 1920. Today, it is the third largest church building in present-day Hungary.It is named in honour of Stephen, the first King of Hungary
Liberty Square is a mix of business and residential. Some buildings on the square are designed in the Art Nouveau style.The Bank of Hungary building is in the historicist style of architecture.
262 locals recommend
Liberty Square
Szabadság térLiberty Square is a mix of business and residential. Some buildings on the square are designed in the Art Nouveau style.The Bank of Hungary building is in the historicist style of architecture.
Deák Ferenc tér is a popular gathering for young people. Alcoholic beverages are sold at the grassy area, and it is common for Deák Ferenc tér to be populated until the midnight hours.
555 locals recommend
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Deák Ferenc tér is a popular gathering for young people. Alcoholic beverages are sold at the grassy area, and it is common for Deák Ferenc tér to be populated until the midnight hours.
The Great Synagogue is a historical building in Budapest, Hungary. It is the largest synagogue in Europe and one of the largest in the world. It seats 3,000 people and is a centre of Neolog Judaism.
1302 locals recommend
Dohány Street Synagogue
2 Dohány u.The Great Synagogue is a historical building in Budapest, Hungary. It is the largest synagogue in Europe and one of the largest in the world. It seats 3,000 people and is a centre of Neolog Judaism.
Vörösmarty tér or Vörösmarty square is a public square in the Budapest city centre at the northern end of Váci utca.The square has held many names since it was created. In 1812
358 locals recommend
Vörösmarty Square
3 Vörösmarty térVörösmarty tér or Vörösmarty square is a public square in the Budapest city centre at the northern end of Váci utca.The square has held many names since it was created. In 1812
Margaret Bridge is the second permanent bridge in Budapest after Széchenyi Chain Bridge. This bridge leads up to Margaret Island, its two parts enclosing 165 degrees with each other.
60 locals recommend
Margaret Bridge
3 Jászai Mari térMargaret Bridge is the second permanent bridge in Budapest after Széchenyi Chain Bridge. This bridge leads up to Margaret Island, its two parts enclosing 165 degrees with each other.
Heroes' Square is one the major squares in Budapest, Hungary, noted for its iconic statue complex featuring the Seven Chieftains of the Magyars and other important national leaders
942 locals recommend
Heroes' Square
Hősök tereHeroes' Square is one the major squares in Budapest, Hungary, noted for its iconic statue complex featuring the Seven Chieftains of the Magyars and other important national leaders
it was the first permanent bridge across the Danube in Hungary, and was opened in 1849.At the time of its construction, it was regarded as one of the modern world's engineering wonders.
795 locals recommend
Chain Bridge
Széchenyi Lánchídit was the first permanent bridge across the Danube in Hungary, and was opened in 1849.At the time of its construction, it was regarded as one of the modern world's engineering wonders.
Dating back to 1872 and lined with spectacular Neo-renaissance mansions and townhouses featuring fine facades and interiors, it was recognized as a World Heritage Site in 2002. Full of bars, cafes etc
830 locals recommend
Andrássy út
Andrássy útDating back to 1872 and lined with spectacular Neo-renaissance mansions and townhouses featuring fine facades and interiors, it was recognized as a World Heritage Site in 2002. Full of bars, cafes etc
It is the historical castle and palace complex of the Hungarian kings in Budapest, and was first completed in 1265. In the past, it has been called Royal Palace and Royal Castle.It is a UNESCO site
812 locals recommend
Buda Castle
2 Szent György térIt is the historical castle and palace complex of the Hungarian kings in Budapest, and was first completed in 1265. In the past, it has been called Royal Palace and Royal Castle.It is a UNESCO site
The Halászbástya or Fisherman's Bastion is a terrace in neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque style situated on the Buda bank of the Danube, on the Castle hill in Buda bank of the Danube, on the Castle hill
666 locals recommend
Fishermen's Bastion
Szentháromság térThe Halászbástya or Fisherman's Bastion is a terrace in neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque style situated on the Buda bank of the Danube, on the Castle hill in Buda bank of the Danube, on the Castle hill
Memento Park is an open air museum in Budapest, dedicated to monumental statues from Hungary's Communist period .
60 locals recommend
Memento Park
Balatoni út - Szabadkai utca sarokMemento Park is an open air museum in Budapest, dedicated to monumental statues from Hungary's Communist period .
The Fashion Street (Deák Ferenc utca) and its surroundings charms people to shop and stroll with their exclusive shops, architectural masterpieces, luxury hotels and downtown vibes.
220 locals recommend
Fashion Street
15 Deák Ferenc u. The Fashion Street (Deák Ferenc utca) and its surroundings charms people to shop and stroll with their exclusive shops, architectural masterpieces, luxury hotels and downtown vibes.
It has been in service since 1870.The two cars (Margit and Gellért) are connected like pendulums: while one car runs uphill, the other goes downhill. It is a highly popular attraction.
163 locals recommend
Budapest Castle Hill Funicular station
Clark Ádám térIt has been in service since 1870.The two cars (Margit and Gellért) are connected like pendulums: while one car runs uphill, the other goes downhill. It is a highly popular attraction.
The Citadel offers a beautiful view of the city, including the Buda Castle, the Parliament, the bridges over Danube, all of Pest and the Buda Hills together with the Castle Hill and Danube panorama
733 locals recommend
Citadella Folklór Étterem
1 Citadella stny.The Citadel offers a beautiful view of the city, including the Buda Castle, the Parliament, the bridges over Danube, all of Pest and the Buda Hills together with the Castle Hill and Danube panorama
The bridge was built between 1894 and 1896 and spans 333.6 metres. It connects the two banks of Danube between the Corvinus University in Pest and the Budapest University of Technology in Buda
187 locals recommend
Liberty Bridge
The bridge was built between 1894 and 1896 and spans 333.6 metres. It connects the two banks of Danube between the Corvinus University in Pest and the Budapest University of Technology in Buda
It's a multifunctional, open community space for picnics, relaxation, or even recreation. Now it has a boat-shaped climbing frame, a dog run, and a memorial in honour of the Olympic Games.
35 locals recommend
Olimpia park
Olimpia parkIt's a multifunctional, open community space for picnics, relaxation, or even recreation. Now it has a boat-shaped climbing frame, a dog run, and a memorial in honour of the Olympic Games.
The Sándor Palace (Sándor-palota) was built in 1803 in neo classical style, by the well known architect, Mihály Pollack. Today the Palace is home to the President of the Republic of Hungary.
16 locals recommend
Sandor Palace
2 Szent György térThe Sándor Palace (Sándor-palota) was built in 1803 in neo classical style, by the well known architect, Mihály Pollack. Today the Palace is home to the President of the Republic of Hungary.
The building stands on an artificial island in Városligeti-tó and is accessible through four bridges. The statue of Anonymus sits in its interior courtyard.
444 locals recommend
Vajdahunyad Castle
Vajdahunyad sétányThe building stands on an artificial island in Városligeti-tó and is accessible through four bridges. The statue of Anonymus sits in its interior courtyard.
One of the first public parks of the world, Városliget(City Park) was the central venue of the millenial celebrations of 1896.The Városliget is an excellent place for walks and recreation.
1163 locals recommend
City Park
One of the first public parks of the world, Városliget(City Park) was the central venue of the millenial celebrations of 1896.The Városliget is an excellent place for walks and recreation.
Food Scene
Oktogon is one of Pest's major intersections, located at the junction of the Grand Boulevard (Nagykörút) and Andrássy Avenue in Budapest, Hungary.Oktogon is also a station on the yellow M1 Metro line.
233 locals recommend
Oktogon
OktogonOktogon is one of Pest's major intersections, located at the junction of the Grand Boulevard (Nagykörút) and Andrássy Avenue in Budapest, Hungary.Oktogon is also a station on the yellow M1 Metro line.
Erzsébet tér is a huge green park downtown. It is one of the favourite spot for students and young people to party or read or to hang out. Erzsébet tér is a popular venue for summer festivals.
135 locals recommend
Erzsébet tér
Erzsébet térErzsébet tér is a huge green park downtown. It is one of the favourite spot for students and young people to party or read or to hang out. Erzsébet tér is a popular venue for summer festivals.
This square is named after Franz Liszt , the world famous Hungarian composer. The square is around 200 meters long with a park in the middle and restaurants and cafés all around.Popular among tourists
355 locals recommend
Liszt Ferenc tér
4 Liszt Ferenc térThis square is named after Franz Liszt , the world famous Hungarian composer. The square is around 200 meters long with a park in the middle and restaurants and cafés all around.Popular among tourists
Its Café in the ground floor named New York Café was a longtime center for Hungarian literature and poetry, almost from its opening on October 23, 1894 to its closure in 2001and reopening in 2006
26 locals recommend
New York Palace, The Dedica Anthology
9 Erzsébet krt.Its Café in the ground floor named New York Café was a longtime center for Hungarian literature and poetry, almost from its opening on October 23, 1894 to its closure in 2001and reopening in 2006
It shows some wonderful neorenaissance style characteristics, especially when we're drinking a hot black in the room decorated with Lotz Károly's murals.Provides a more authentic journey into Budapest
84 locals recommend
Alexandra Bookstore
39 Andrássy útIt shows some wonderful neorenaissance style characteristics, especially when we're drinking a hot black in the room decorated with Lotz Károly's murals.Provides a more authentic journey into Budapest
is one of the greatest and most traditional coffeehouses in Europe. Today still, it shines in Gründerzeit style with its stucco, the grand chandeliers, the panelling made of exotic woods.
249 locals recommend
Café Gerbeaud
7-8 Vörösmarty téris one of the greatest and most traditional coffeehouses in Europe. Today still, it shines in Gründerzeit style with its stucco, the grand chandeliers, the panelling made of exotic woods.
Awesome medieval atmosphere, tasty Goulash soup, perfect dinner with Tokaji wine! You have to come here!
107 locals recommend
Sir Lancelot Medieval Restaurant
14 Podmaniczky u.Awesome medieval atmosphere, tasty Goulash soup, perfect dinner with Tokaji wine! You have to come here!
In the winter months, Király Street is defined by the Christmas lights and the smell of roasted chestnut in the air; from spring, it's the territory of tourists any local heros in search of fun spots
221 locals recommend
Király Street
Király utca In the winter months, Király Street is defined by the Christmas lights and the smell of roasted chestnut in the air; from spring, it's the territory of tourists any local heros in search of fun spots
This is Budapest’s traditional theater, night club and pub street. Every night of every year there is something going on. You can try out some of the comedy theaters, Radnóti or Thália Theaters & more
95 locals recommend
Nagymező Street
Nagymező utcaThis is Budapest’s traditional theater, night club and pub street. Every night of every year there is something going on. You can try out some of the comedy theaters, Radnóti or Thália Theaters & more
Shopping
Opened on 12 November 1999, it is known for having been the largest mall in Central Europe until larger ones were inaugurated. Accessible by subway, train, bus and tram.Located next to Nyugati.
970 locals recommend
Westend Shopping Center
1-3 Váci út Opened on 12 November 1999, it is known for having been the largest mall in Central Europe until larger ones were inaugurated. Accessible by subway, train, bus and tram.Located next to Nyugati.
It is the largest and oldest indoor market in Budapest, Hungary.The market offers a huge variety of stalls on three floors.The entrance gate is with neogothic touch.The building was awarded with FIABC
1242 locals recommend
Central Market Hall
1-3 Vámház krt.It is the largest and oldest indoor market in Budapest, Hungary.The market offers a huge variety of stalls on three floors.The entrance gate is with neogothic touch.The building was awarded with FIABC
It features numerous notable examples of the fin-de-siècle architecture. Its important sights include the twin buildings of the Klotild Palace, one on each side of the road, and the Paris Court.
49 locals recommend
Ferenciek tere
Ferenciek tereIt features numerous notable examples of the fin-de-siècle architecture. Its important sights include the twin buildings of the Klotild Palace, one on each side of the road, and the Paris Court.
Entertainment & Activities
It is a 2.5 km (1.6 mi) long island, 500 metres (550 yards) wide, (0.965 km2 (238 acres) in area) in the middle of the Danube in central Budapest.The island is mostly covered by landscape parks.
1643 locals recommend
Margaret Island Mini Zoo
MargitszigetIt is a 2.5 km (1.6 mi) long island, 500 metres (550 yards) wide, (0.965 km2 (238 acres) in area) in the middle of the Danube in central Budapest.The island is mostly covered by landscape parks.
It is the oldest zoo park in Hungary and one of the oldest in the world. It has 1072 animal species. The zoo opened its doors on August 9, 1866. The park has 1–1.1 million visitors every year.
679 locals recommend
Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden
6-12 Állatkerti krt.It is the oldest zoo park in Hungary and one of the oldest in the world. It has 1072 animal species. The zoo opened its doors on August 9, 1866. The park has 1–1.1 million visitors every year.
Thanks to its renovation in 2014, Kossuth Square has became one of Budapest's most spectacular parks. Now you can stroll on both sides of the Parliament and approach the building to admire the area.
21 locals recommend
Kossuth Lajos Square
Kossuth Lajos térThanks to its renovation in 2014, Kossuth Square has became one of Budapest's most spectacular parks. Now you can stroll on both sides of the Parliament and approach the building to admire the area.
it is a modern recreation center with exhibition halls, an underground parking lot, a playground, a park, ponds, cafés and a theater in the heart of Buda, for or free-time activities & relaxation.
114 locals recommend
Millennium Park
16-20 Kis Rókus u.it is a modern recreation center with exhibition halls, an underground parking lot, a playground, a park, ponds, cafés and a theater in the heart of Buda, for or free-time activities & relaxation.
Drinks & Nightlife
Szimpla Kert (Simple Garden) is the pioneer of our ruinpubs. It is really a cult place giving new trends. Undoubtedly the best known ruinpub among the locals and the tourists, as well.
1582 locals recommend
Szimpla Kert
14 Kazinczy u.Szimpla Kert (Simple Garden) is the pioneer of our ruinpubs. It is really a cult place giving new trends. Undoubtedly the best known ruinpub among the locals and the tourists, as well.
You can find a whole bunch of cafés, bars, restaurants, shops and clubs here, like Spíler, DiVino, Kolor, Blue Bird Café, or Szomszéd, and also enjoy art exhibitions, fairs, concerts and other events
282 locals recommend
Hotel Gozsdu Court
13 Király u.You can find a whole bunch of cafés, bars, restaurants, shops and clubs here, like Spíler, DiVino, Kolor, Blue Bird Café, or Szomszéd, and also enjoy art exhibitions, fairs, concerts and other events
Everything Else
The Gellért Baths complex includes thermal baths, which are small pools containing water from Gellért hill's mineral hot springs. The water contains calcium, magnesium, hydrocarbonate, alkalis, etc.
897 locals recommend
Gellért Thermal Bath
4 Kelenhegyi útThe Gellért Baths complex includes thermal baths, which are small pools containing water from Gellért hill's mineral hot springs. The water contains calcium, magnesium, hydrocarbonate, alkalis, etc.
It is known for its beautiful plants and flowers, its romantic pathways and its relaxed atmosphere. It’s an ideal place to relax after a tiring day of work and you can also grab a drink.
173 locals recommend
Károlyi kert
Károlyi kert It is known for its beautiful plants and flowers, its romantic pathways and its relaxed atmosphere. It’s an ideal place to relax after a tiring day of work and you can also grab a drink.