Buda Castle
Buda Castle, perched atop Castle Hill and overlooking the Danube, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Budapest’s most iconic landmarks. The current Baroque palace, rebuilt after World War II, houses three major attractions: the Hungarian National Gallery, which traces Hungarian art from the Middle Ages to the 20th century; the Budapest History Museum, offering a journey through the city’s 2,000-year past; and the National Széchényi Library, Hungary’s national library. Visitors can stroll through grand courtyards, admire the Lion Courtyard, and explore the castle’s wings, which surround the main palace. The Castle Quarter also features medieval, Baroque, and neoclassical streets, Matthias Church, and Fisherman’s Bastion, offering panoramic views of Budapest. The funicular provides a scenic ride from the Chain Bridge up to the castle. Buda Castle’s layered history, architectural grandeur, and cultural institutions make it a must-see for anyone interested in art, history, and the stunning cityscape of Budapest.
Budapest HungaryBuda Castle is located in Budapest, Hungary, at Clark Ádám tér 1, on Castle Hill overlooking the Danube River. Nearby attractions include Matthias Fountain, a Neo-Baroque masterpiece2, and Prince Eugene of Savoy’s Equestrian Statue, which stands prominently on the Danube terrace. Visitors can explore Lions Court, a scenic venue behind the Savoy Terrace4, and the Dominican Cloister ruins within the Hilton Hotel. The castle district offers thematic walks, guiding visitors through 800 years of history, including underground sites6. Accessible via the Castle Hill Funicular, buses, and pedestrian paths, Buda Castle remains a UNESCO World Heritage site, blending history, art, and breathtaking views of Budapest.
Hungarian National Museum
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Museum of Fine Arts Budapest
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Hungarian National Gallery
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House of Terror Museum
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Ludwig Museum of Contemporary Art
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Hospital in the Rock Museum
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Műcsarnok
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Ernst Museum
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Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center
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Vajdahunyad Castle
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Szabadság Square
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Parliament Building
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Fisherman’s Bastion
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Matthias Church
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St. Stephen’s Basilica
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Heroes’ Square
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Liberty Statue Gellért Hill
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Shoes on the Danube Bank
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City Park Városliget
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Margaret Island
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Liberty Bridge
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Budapest Botanical Garden
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Károlyi Garden
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Vörösmarty Square
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Széchenyi Chain Bridge
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Great Market Hall
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Lehel Market
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Széchenyi Thermal Bath
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Gellért Baths
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Rudas Baths
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Margaret Bridge
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Hungarian State Opera House
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Andrássy Avenue
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Dohány Street Synagogue
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Memento Park
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Bálna Budapest
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Ruin Bars
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Castle Garden Bazaar
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