WestEnd City Center, Budapest

Name: WestEnd City Center
Address: Budapest, Hungary
Telephone: +36 70 904 9258

#23 among attractions in Budapest

Shopping, Shopping centre

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Nestled in the heart of Budapest, the WestEnd City Center stands as a modern-day mecca for shopping enthusiasts and a prominent landmark in the vibrant cityscape of Hungary's capital. Opened in 1999, this expansive shopping center has quickly become one of the largest and most visited retail hubs in Central Europe, offering a diverse range of shopping, entertainment, and dining experiences.

Spread across a vast area, WestEnd City Center boasts over 400 shops that cater to all tastes and budgets, from high-end designer boutiques to popular international brands and local Hungarian stores. It's not just a paradise for fashion lovers; the center also features a variety of electronics stores, bookshops, and specialty retailers, ensuring that every shopper finds something to their liking.

The center is more than just a shopping destination; it's a place where families and friends can spend an entire day enjoying a variety of leisure activities. With a multiplex cinema showcasing the latest blockbusters, a rooftop garden providing a serene escape from the bustle of the city, and a fitness center to keep health-conscious visitors engaged, WestEnd City Center truly has something for everyone.

Culinary delights await hungry shoppers, as the center is home to an extensive food court with a wide selection of eateries serving international cuisines, as well as local Hungarian dishes. Whether it's a quick snack or a leisurely meal, visitors are spoilt for choice.

Accessibility is a key feature of WestEnd City Center, conveniently located next to the Nyugati Railway Station and served by numerous public transport lines. Ample parking facilities also make it easy for those who prefer to drive.

Open seven days a week, WestEnd City Center provides a climate-controlled shopping environment, making it an ideal year-round destination, irrespective of the weather outside. It's not just a hub for retail therapy but also a venue for events, exhibitions, and seasonal festivities that add to its allure as a community hotspot.

Alternative names: Stores: 400Coordinates: 47°30'51"N, 19°3'36"E

Address

Terézváros (Nugatra vég város központ)Budapest Hungary

Contact

+36 70 904 9258

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Day trips

WestEnd City Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Monuments and statues
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Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Zelnik István Southeast Asian Gold Museum, Budapest
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Museum, History museum, Historical place
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is WestEnd City Center open?

WestEnd City Center is open:

Monday 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
Saturday 10 am - 9:30 pm
Sunday 10 am - 8 pm

Which popular attractions are close to WestEnd City Center?

Nearby attractions include Church of Saint Margaret of Hungary, Budapest (5 min walk), Lehel Csarnok, Budapest (8 min walk), Újlipótváros, Budapest (10 min walk), Vígszínház, Budapest (12 min walk).

How to get to WestEnd City Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to WestEnd City Center:

Bus

Csanády utca • Lines: 115, 15 (3 min walk)
Lehel tér M • Lines: 115, 15, 914, 914A, 950 (6 min walk)

Tram

Lehel tér M • Lines: 14 (6 min walk)
Nyugati pályaudvar M • Lines: 4, 6 (9 min walk)

Metro

Lehel tér • Lines: M3 (7 min walk)
Kodály körönd • Lines: M1 (15 min walk)

Train

Budapest-Nyugati (8 min walk)
Budapest Keleti Station (38 min walk)

Trolleybus

Báthory utca / Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út • Lines: 70, 78 (15 min walk)
Zichy Jenő utca • Lines: 70, 78 (17 min walk)

Light rail

Margit híd, budai hídfő • Lines: H5 (25 min walk)
Batthyány tér • Lines: H5 (28 min walk)