Budapest City Centre Travel Guide

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A river with boats, a city skyline with historic buildings, and a prominent church tower.
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Parliament Building

9.4/10 (8,717 reviews)
Gaze at the grand building of the democratic government of the people of Hungary and enjoy its reflection in the Danube River.
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Things to do

Big Bus Budapest Tour

Budapest: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

฿1,268
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Budapest: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Budapest: Sip & Sail Prosecco Cruise | Sightseeing | Photos

Budapest: Sip & Sail Prosecco Cruise | Sightseeing | Photos

฿1,032
per adult
Budapest: Sip & Sail Prosecco Cruise | Sightseeing | Photos
Budapest: Evening Sightseeing Cruise with Unlimited Prosecco

Unlimited Prosecco, Beer, Aperol & Limoncello Spritz Cruise

฿948
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Unlimited Prosecco, Beer, Aperol & Limoncello Spritz Cruise
Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks

Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks

฿421
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks
Budapest Audio Guide Cruise with Day, Sunset and Night Option

Budapest Audio Guide Cruise with Day, Sunset and Night Options

฿459
per adult
Budapest Audio Guide Cruise with Day, Sunset and Night Options
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Budapest: City Highlights Sightseeing Cruise

฿592
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Budapest: City Highlights Sightseeing Cruise
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Top hotels in Budapest City Centre

H2 Hotel Budapest

H2 Hotel Budapest

3.5 out of 5
Sas u.24. Budapest
The price is ฿4,194 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,194
฿4,572 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,860 reviews)
"Excellent location! Clean and comfortable. Good breakfast. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

H2 Hotel Budapest
Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest

Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest

5 out of 5
Erzsébet Tér 7-8 Budapest
The price is ฿7,974 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿7,974
฿8,692 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"Kempinski Budapest is an excellent choice! Next to main attractions, walking and safe area, All the best."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest
Budapest Marriott Hotel

Budapest Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
Apaczai Csere Janos u. 4 Budapest
The price is ฿10,121 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
฿10,121
฿11,032 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"The place is super clean. Staff/management cares about your needs and comfort. You're not treated as a customer but feels like a friend/family. Very welcoming. Staff also gave us an overview of the city. Very informative. Marriott got tje right people for the company. I love Marriott budapest. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Budapest Marriott Hotel
Park Plaza Budapest

Park Plaza Budapest

4 out of 5
Bem Rakpart 16-19 Budapest
The price is ฿2,974 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿2,974
฿3,241 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Park Plaza Budapest
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy

Eurostars Palazzo Zichy

4 out of 5
Lorinc Pap Ter 2 Budapest
The price is ฿2,556 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿2,556
฿2,786 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy
Moxy Budapest Downtown

Moxy Budapest Downtown

3 out of 5
KAZINCZY UTCA 48 Budapest
The price is ฿3,067 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,067
฿3,343 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Margaret Island and St. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (49 reviews)
"Very new hotel hence clean. Great lobby and share spaces but the rooms have very basic features. There is no tea or coffee making in room. There are no wardrobes. Only good for very short stay. We stayed for 4 nights and had to just keep our suitcases on the floor. Not what I expect for a Marriott ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Moxy Budapest Downtown
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Where to stay in Budapest City Centre

Find the best Budapest City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Inner City Budapest

Ferenciek Square and Vaci Street are top sights in Inner City Budapest, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ferenciek Square Station or Március 15. tér Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

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Erzsebetvaros

Kiraly Street and Gozsdu Courtyard are top sights in Erzsebetvaros, and you should be sure to explore the luxurious spas. Hop aboard the metro at Wesselényi utca - Erzsébet körút Tram Stop or Király utca / Erzsébet körút Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

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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.

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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 Arany Janos Street Station to see more of the city.

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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.

Budapest City Centre Travel Guide