Central Hungary

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Central Hungary

Buda Castle showing heritage architecture, a castle 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 a river or creek, a bridge and an administrative buidling

Inner City Budapest

5/5(2 area reviews)

Inner City Budapest is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Vaci Street and Liberty Bridge. See more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Ferenciek Square Station or Március 15. tér Tram Stop.

Inner City Budapest
Lipotvaros which includes 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

Travelers love Erzsebetvaros for its luxurious spas, and you can see more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Wesselényi utca - Erzsébet körút Tram Stop or Király utca / Erzsébet körút Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Kiraly Street and Kazinczy Street Orthodox Synagogue.

Erzsebetvaros
Hungarian State Opera House showing 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 the city at Vorosmarty Street Station or Oktogon M Tram Stop.

District VI
St. Stephen\'s Basilica which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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
Park Plaza Budapest
Park Plaza Budapest
4 out of 5
Bem Rakpart 16-19, Budapest
The price is P5,739 per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
P5,739
P6,255 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent location, quiet,"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Park Plaza Budapest
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
5 out of 5
Apaczai Csere Janos 12-14, Budapest
Fully refundable
The price is P7,846 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
P7,846
P8,552 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location overlooking the Danube! The breakfast was great and it was very walkable"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

InterContinental Budapest by IHG
IntercityHotel Budapest
IntercityHotel Budapest
4 out of 5
Baross Ter 7-8, Budapest
The price is P4,148 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
P4,148
P4,521 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
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! (758 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jun 30, 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! (1,509 reviews)
"Great for the money. Spacious, clean."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 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 Vaci Street and Gellért Thermal ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
"Room was nice but bed and pillows were very uncomfortable. The bed was too hard and divided in two and both were horrible. I requested a Queen bed. The hotel is next to subway and tram so that’s very good."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Marbles Residence
Elisabeth Downtown Apartments by UrbanRent
Elisabeth Downtown Apartments by UrbanRent
3 out of 5
36 Dob u., Budapest
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (383 reviews)
"Good location and very generous proportioned property. Would highly recommend"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Elisabeth Downtown Apartments by UrbanRent
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Popular places to visit

Margaret Island showing a city and a river or creek

Margaret Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Margaret Island during your travels in Budapest. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Margaret Island
Parliament Building showing heritage architecture, an administrative buidling and a city

Parliament Building

This impressive building is home to the Hungarian government and is beautifully situated on the banks of the Danube.

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 a park, a day spa and heritage architecture

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 which includes a garden, a castle and heritage architecture

Buda Castle

This magnificent building is a landmark in the Budapest skyline, as well as being home to a gallery and a museum.

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 a ferry, heritage architecture and a bridge

Budapest

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