What to See in Central Hungary

Hungarian Parliament Building

Neo-Gothic government building serving as the seat of the national legislature and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Buda Castle

Historic royal palace complex featuring baroque and medieval architecture, housing museums and art galleries within a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Fisherman's Bastion

Neo-romanesque and neo-gothic lookout built in the early 20th century, featuring panoramic views of the Danube and surrounding cityscape.

St. Stephen's Basilica

Neo-Renaissance Roman Catholic basilica known for its impressive architecture, historical significance, and as a venue for concerts and religious services.

Central Market Hall

Historic indoor market hall featuring local Hungarian products, cuisine, and souvenirs in a notable Art Nouveau building from 1897.

Széchenyi Thermal Bath

Historic neo-baroque thermal bath complex featuring extensive indoor and outdoor pools, medicinal baths, and spa facilities.

Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden

Music fountain

Musical fountain featuring a large water surface with high jets illuminated by LED lights, accompanied by classical music and light shows.

Lehel Market Hall

This truly bizarre building holds a really good food market where you can buy everything from fast food snacks to local produce.

Elisabeth lookout

The Elizabeth Lookout is a historic lookout tower on János Hill above Budapest.

Palatinus Bath

These baths, boasting intricately-designed outdoor pools, were the first baths in the entire city to allow their visitors to bathe outside.

Buda Hills

Easily accessible from the city, the hills are a perfect getaway. Take a walk here and enjoy the Central European landscape.

King Mátyás Museum

This history museum is itself a living piece of history. Built in the 13th century, it used to serve as the royal palace of Hungarian kings,…

Gödöllő Royal Palace

The Royal Palace of Gödöllő or Grassalkovich Castle is an imperial and royal Hungarian palace located in the municipality of Gödöllő in…

Visegrád Citadel

This citadel was built in the 13th century by king Béla IV, as a part of a larger chain of fortifications in the area.

Budapest Wildlife Park

A protected area that showcases animals typical for the region. The surrounding nature is enchanting no matter the season.

Solymár Castle

This partially reconstructed ruin boasts great views of the surrounding lands. A good choice for a family trip.

Ármin Vámbéry

Ármin Vámbéry, also known as Arminius Vámbéry, was a Hungarian Turkologist and traveller.

Maria Theresa

Normafa

Normafa is a popular tourist sight in the Buda Hills. It is mainly known for its panoramic scenery and fresh air.

Ödön Lechner

Ödön Lechner was a Hungarian architect, one of the prime representatives of the Hungarian Szecesszió style, which was related to Art…