Aquincum Travel Guide
Budapest
Popular places to visit
Aquincum Museum and Ruin Garden
This Hungarian city is over 11 hours from Italy’s capital, but its ruins call to mind the architecture and history of ancient Rome.
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.
Parliament Building
Gaze at the grand building of the democratic government of the people of Hungary and enjoy its reflection in the Danube River.
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.
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.
Buda Castle
One of the highlights of the Budapest skyline, this palatial structure also offers interesting galleries and museums.
Things to do
Parliament Tour in Budapest with Audio Guide
Budapest: Historic Cruise with Welcome Drink
Budapest: Nighttime or Daytime Sightseeing Cruise
Budapest: Unlimited Prosecco, Beer and Aperol Spritz Cruise
Budapest: Premium Sightseeing Cruise with Tokaj Frizzante
Budapest: Saint Stephen's Basilica Tour
Top hotels in Aquincum
Park Plaza Budapest
Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025
Ikonik Parlament
Reviewed on 4 Sep 2025
Corinthia Budapest
Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy
Reviewed on 1 Sep 2025
The Amberlyn Suite Hotel
Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Aquincum
Ujlipotvaros
Consider exploring the relaxing spas in Ujlipotvaros. If sightseeing is on the list, WestEnd City Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Dozsa Gyorgy Street Station or Dévai utca Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Terezvaros
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Terezvaros. If sightseeing is on the list, Andrássy Út is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Vorosmarty Street Station or Kodaly Circus Station to see more of the area.
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.
Víziváros
If you're spending time in Víziváros, check out sights like Fő Utca or Fisherman's Bastion and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Batthyany Place Station or Halász utca Tram Stop.
Castle Hill
Travellers love Castle Hill for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Halász utca Tram Stop or Batthyany Place Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Fisherman's Bastion and Fő Utca.
District VII.
If you're spending time in District VII., check out sights like Kiraly Street or Ferenc Liszt Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Wesselényi utca - Erzsébet körút Tram Stop or Király utca / Erzsébet körút Tram Stop.
- Aquincum Museum and Ruin Garden
- Margaret Island
- Parliament Building
- Gellért Thermal Bath
- Buda Castle
- St. Stephen's Basilica
- Budapest Christmas Market
- Szechenyi Chain Bridge
- Hungarian State Opera House
- Vaci Street
- Fisherman's Bastion
- Heroes' Square
- Rudas Baths
- Vorosmarty Square
- Hungarian National Museum
- Danube River
- Aquaworld Budapest
- Great Market Hall
- Budapest Castle Hill Funicular
- Andrassy Avenue
- Liberty Bridge
- Kiraly Street
- Vajdahunyad Castle
