Inner City Budapest Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
Vaci Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Vaci Street during your trip to Budapest. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Great Market Hall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Great Market Hall during your stay in Budapest. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Hungarian National Museum
This is the primary site in Budapest to learn about Hungary’s history, from medieval days through the Soviet occupation after World War II, to modern times.
Andrassy Avenue
Peruse designer boutiques, historical buildings and museums as you explore the street at the heart of Hungary’s fascist and communist history.
Elisabeth Bridge
Explore medieval church ruins and a picturesque park adjacent to this innovative bridge with an intriguing history of war and assassination.
Things to do
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Private Tour of Budapest with a local with a Guided Szechenyi Bath Experience
Budapest Night Walking Tour with Danube River Cruise
Budapest: Premium River Cruises with Welcome Tokaj Frizzante
Jewish Budapest: 2.5-Hour Small Group Tour with Historian
7 course Dinner Cruise with Operetta and Folk Show
Top hotels in Inner City Budapest
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Other neighbourhoods around Inner City Budapest
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 Budapest Christmas Market are major draws. Catch the metro at Deak Ferenc ter Station or Deák Ferenc tér M Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Palace District
If you're spending time in Palace District, check out sights like Szabo Ervin Central Library or Hungarian National Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rákóczi tér M Tram Stop or Harminckettesek tere Tram Stop.
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.
Belső-Ferencváros
While you're in Belső-Ferencváros, take in top sights like Great Market Hall or Elisabeth Bridge, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Zsil utca Tram Stop or Boráros tér H 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.
Gellert Hill
Known for its ample dining options and luxurious spas, there's plenty to explore in Gellert Hill. You can visit top attractions like Gellért Hill & The Tabán and Citadella, and jump on the metro at Villányi út Tram Stop or Alsóhegy utca Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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