Discover Budapest’s 200 best Elegant Eye spots for your trip

Hungarian Parliament Building

★ 4.8 · 32,153 reviews

Tour the Hungarian Parliament Building, Budapest's Gothic Revival masterpiece on the Danube. Climb the gilded staircase, walk through the ornate halls and see the chamber that holds the Hungarian crown.

Fisherman's Bastion

★ 4.8 · 119,129 reviews

Wander the white turrets of Fisherman's Bastion on Castle Hill. Climb its arcaded stairways for a framed view of the Danube and the Parliament, ideally timed for sunset.

Castle Hill

Climb Buda's historic hill to find palaces, a Gothic church and sweeping Danube views. A first-visit essential that rewards a leisurely walk.

Hungarian State Opera

★ 4.7 · 24,955 reviews

Step into the Hungarian State Opera, a neoclassical landmark of gold, velvet, and painted ceilings. Attend an opera or ballet performance, or join a guided tour of the auditorium and its decorated halls.

Széchenyi Chain Bridge

★ 4.7 · 65,515 reviews

Cross the Széchenyi Chain Bridge, the span that first joined Buda and Pest. Walk between its stone pylons and iron chains, with the Danube below and the castle ahead.

Opera House Guided Tour

★ 4.5 · 2,144 reviews

Tour the Opera House in Budapest and see the restored interior Miklós Ybl designed. Walk the staircase, admire the frescoes and auditorium, then hear a short musical performance to finish.

The Church of Our Lady of Buda Castle

★ 4.8 · 26,880 reviews

Step inside Matthias Church, the Gothic landmark of Buda Castle Hill. Look up at the painted interior, then browse the ecclesiastical art museum before walking out to Fisherman's Bastion.

Guided Tour of the Parliament Building in Spanish

★ 4.5 · 1,655 reviews

See Hungary's Parliament in Spanish on this Guided Tour of the Parliament Building. Start outside with a guide at Jászai Mari Square, then head inside for the staircase, Dome Hall and former upper chamber.

Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest

★ 4.8 · 4,407 reviews

Admire the Four Seasons Gresham Palace, a jewel of Budapest art nouveau beside the Chain Bridge. Study its ornate facade and ironwork, and soak up the grand lobby atmosphere if the hotel is open to you.

Párisi Udvar Hotel Budapest - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

★ 4.7 · 3,161 reviews

Step inside Párisi Udvar, a former Art Nouveau arcade now run as a luxury hotel. Order a coffee in the cafe and look up at the stained glass and intricate ceiling detail.

Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library

★ 4.6 · 1,889 reviews

Step into the Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library, a working library inside an ornate 19th-century palace. Climb to the fourth floor to see the preserved historic rooms, then browse the quiet reading spaces.

Buda Castle

★ 4.7 · 71,437 reviews

Climb to Buda Castle, the great palace crowning the hill above the Danube. Wander its terraces and courtyards, take in the river views, and step inside for the National Gallery's collections.

District V.

Walk through the monumental heart of Budapest, from the river to Parliament and the great basilica. A first-visit essential best explored on foot.

St. Stephen's Basilica

★ 4.7 · 81,223 reviews

Step into St. Stephen's Basilica, the great domed church at the heart of Pest. Admire the marble and mosaic interior, and if you have energy, climb up for a panorama over the city.

Liberty Bridge

Cross Liberty Bridge, the green Art Nouveau span that ties Buda to Pest. Walk its length to spot the mythological Turul sculptures and enjoy open views along the Danube.

Private photography photo session

★ 5.0 · 545 reviews

Capture your Budapest trip with a private photo session led by a local photographer. Stroll between landmarks such as Fisherman's Bastion and the Castle District while receiving posing tips, then receive your edited digital images in a private gallery.

Gellért Hill

★ 4.7 · 2,793 reviews

Climb Gellért Hill for sweeping views over the Danube and the city's bridges. Follow green paths past scenic balconies, then descend a different side to see the skyline from new angles.

House of Music Hungary

★ 4.8 · 11,308 reviews

Explore the House of Music Hungary, a Sou Fujimoto-designed building set in Budapest's City Park. Wander its airy, light-filled halls, try the Sound Dome, and catch a temporary exhibition.

New York Café

★ 4.1 · 69,569 reviews

Step inside New York Café, an ornate 1894 coffeehouse in Budapest's 7th district full of frescoes and chandeliers. Order coffee and cake or a Hungarian dish, and take time to look around the interior.

Dohány Street Synagogue

★ 4.3 · 30,096 reviews

Step inside Budapest's Dohány Street Synagogue, the largest in Europe and a landmark of the Jewish quarter. Join a guided tour through the ornate sanctuary, museum and memorial garden to hear its history.

Franz Liszt Academy of Music

★ 4.8 · 390 reviews

Visit the Franz Liszt Academy of Music, one of Budapest's finest concert halls. Join a guided tour through its ornate interior, or take a seat for an evening concert.

St Stephen's Basilica Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,539 reviews

Get to know St. Stephen's Basilica on a guided tour with priority entry. A guide leads you through the decorated interior and explains the Holy Right relic and its place in Hungarian history.

Classical Music Concerts in St Stephen's Basilica

★ 4.7 · 1,685 reviews

Hear classical music beneath the vaults of St. Stephen's Basilica. Take your seat for an evening performance of organ, voice and instruments in one of Budapest's grandest interiors.

Heroes' Square

★ 4.7 · 88,261 reviews

Take in Heroes' Square, Budapest's great ceremonial plaza at the end of Andrássy Avenue. Read the statues of Hungary's founding chiefs and kings, then walk on into City Park.

Vajdahunyad Castle

★ 4.7 · 27,812 reviews

Wander the grounds of Vajdahunyad Castle, a fairytale pile on the City Park lake. Walk between towers and bridges and spot the different architectural styles blended into one site.

Candlelit Dinner River Cruise with Live Music

★ 4.7 · 2,381 reviews

Step aboard the Candlelit Dinner River Cruise for an evening on the Danube with Budapest's landmarks gliding past. Enjoy a welcome drink, a four-course meal and live local musicians as the city lights come on.

Postal Savings Bank

★ 4.4 · 82 reviews

Seek out the Postal Savings Bank, a quirky Art Nouveau building with a vivid tiled roof. Stand on the opposite side of the street to study its patterns and ornament.

Museum of Fine Arts

★ 4.7 · 16,984 reviews

Step into the Museum of Fine Arts, a neoclassical landmark in Budapest's XIV. district. Move from Egyptian antiquities through Renaissance works to 19th-century paintings, guided by clear signage in every room.

Buda Castle Walk with Saint Stephen's Hall

★ 4.6 · 4,221 reviews

Walk the royal heart of Buda with the Buda Castle Walk with Saint Stephen's Hall. You will cross castle courtyards, pass fountains and statues, take in city views, and step inside the restored hall.

Central Market Hall

★ 4.3 · 125,238 reviews

Taste paprika, salami and langos in Budapest's grand neogothic market hall. A first-visit essential for food lovers and souvenir hunters.