Buda, Budapest

#425 among attractions in Budapest

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Buda was the historic capital of the Kingdom of Hungary and since 1873 has been the western part of the Hungarian capital Budapest, on the west bank of the Danube. Buda comprises a third of Budapest's total territory and is mostly wooded. Landmarks include Buda Castle, the Citadella, and the president of Hungary's residence, Sándor Palace. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 47°30'16"N, 19°1'26"E

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Hegyvidék (Kissvábhegy)Budapest Hungary

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Buda – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Matthias Church, Fisherman's Bastion, Millenáris, Castle Quarter.

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Late-Gothic Roman Catholic church
Matthias Church, Budapest
13 min walk • Matthias Church, with its stunning Gothic architecture, stands as a beacon of historical significance in the heart of Budapest, Hungary. This Roman Catholic church, officially named the Church of the Assumption of the Buda Castle, is one of the city's most prominent...
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Turreted fortress and city views
Fisherman's Bastion, Budapest
14 min walk • Perched atop Castle Hill, overlooking the Danube River and the city of Budapest, Fisherman's Bastion stands as a fairy-tale-like monument, a magical concoction of neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque architecture. Constructed between 1895 and 1902, this sight is more than...
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Park
Millenáris, Budapest
12 min walk • Millenáris, a vibrant cultural and recreational park nestled in the heart of Budapest, Hungary, is a contemporary oasis that offers a slice of tranquility amid the bustling city life. This multifunctional urban space, situated in the Buda side of the city near Széll...
0.6 miSE
Forts and castles
Castle Quarter, Budapest
16 min walk • Nestled atop the hills of Buda, the Castle Quarter in Budapest, Hungary, is a historical treasure and an architectural marvel that attracts visitors from around the globe. This UNESCO World Heritage site, also known as the Buda Castle District, is a picturesque area...
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Forts and castles, Museum, Specialty museum
Hospital in the Rock, Budapest
11 min walk • Nestled beneath the historic Buda Castle lies the Hospital in the Rock, a unique attraction steeped in the rich history of Budapest, Hungary. This former secret emergency hospital and nuclear bunker, carved out of the natural cave system under Castle Hill, offers...
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Square, Fountain
Széll Kálmán tér, Budapest
5 min walk • Széll Kálmán tér, formerly known as Moszkva tér, is a key public square and transport hub in Budapest, Hungary. Situated in the Buda side of the city, this bustling square is not only a central point for the district but also a gateway for many tourists exploring...
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Forts and castles
Erdélyi Bastion, Budapest
12 min walk • Erdélyi Bastion is a bastion at Buda Castle in Budapest, Hungary. It is sometimes called in English the Transylvanian bastion.
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City gate
Vienna Gate, Budapest
8 min walk • The Vienna Gate is located at the Vienna Gate Square, Buda Castle, in 1st District, Budapest, Hungary. As the name suggests, it was the port connecting the Castle with the highway to Vienna.
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Church, Eclectic architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Lutheran Church of Budavár, Budapest
9 min walk • Lutheran Church of Budavár is the oldest Lutheran church of Buda. It was built in 1895 at Vienna Gate Square in the 1st District of Budapest. The first church for the Lutherans of Buda was built by Maria Dorothea, third wife of Palatine Joseph, in 1846, at hu:Dísz tér.
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Forts and castles
Babits Mihály sétány, Budapest
11 min walk • Babits Mihály promenade is in the Buda Castle Quarter in the 1st District of Budapest. It has been called: An der langen Wand, Bastei-Promenade, Várbástya, Bástyasétány, Horthy Miklós bastion...
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Museum, Specialty museum
The House of Houdini, Budapest
16 min walk • The House of Houdini is a museum and performance venue located at 11, Dísz Square, within the walls of the Buda Castle in Budapest, Hungary. The museum houses the only collection of original Houdini artifacts in Europe.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Buda?

Nearby attractions include 'Városmajori' Heart of Jesus Parish, Budapest (5 min walk), Military History Museum, Budapest (5 min walk), Széll Kálmán tér, Budapest (5 min walk), Mary Magdalene Tower, Budapest (6 min walk).

How to get to Buda by public transport?

The nearest stations to Buda:

Bus

Körmöci utca • Lines: 5, 956 (2 min walk)
Maros utcai rendelőintézet • Lines: 102, 39 (3 min walk)

Tram

Széll Kálmán tér M • Lines: 17, 4, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 6, 61 (5 min walk)
Déli pályaudvar M • Lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61 (7 min walk)

Metro

Széll Kálmán tér • Lines: M2 (7 min walk)
Déli pályaudvar • Lines: M2 (7 min walk)

Train

Budapest-Déli (9 min walk)
Szent György tér (22 min walk)

Light rail

Batthyány tér • Lines: H5 (19 min walk)
Margit híd, budai hídfő • Lines: H5 (27 min walk)

Trolleybus

Kossuth Lajos tér M • Lines: 70, 78 (31 min walk)