Matthias Fountain, Budapest

Name: Matthias Fountain
Address: 1014 Budapest, Szent György tér 2, Budapest, Hungary

#403 among attractions in Budapest

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Matthias Fountain is a monumental fountain group in the western forecourt of Buda Castle, Budapest. Alajos Stróbl’s Neo-Baroque masterpiece is one of the most frequently photographed landmark in the Hungarian capital. It is sometimes called the ’Trevi Fountain of Budapest’. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Art Nouveau, Neo-BaroqueCoordinates: 47°29'46"N, 19°2'21"E

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1014 Budapest, Szent György tér 2Várkerület (Várnegyed)Budapest Hungary

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Matthias Fountain – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, Hungarian National Gallery, Sándor Palace.

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~180 ftE
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~700 ftN
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Matthias Fountain, Budapest
1 min walk • The Matthias Fountain, a grand and ornate fountain located in the courtyard of the Buda Castle in Budapest, Hungary, is a masterpiece of sculptural art that captures the imagination of every visitor. This exquisite fountain, sometimes referred to as the 'Trevi Fountain...
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Matthias Fountain?

Nearby attractions include Matthias Fountain, Budapest (1 min walk), Buda Castle, Budapest (1 min walk), Palatinal Crypt, Budapest (1 min walk), Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest (1 min walk).

How to get to Matthias Fountain by public transport?

The nearest stations to Matthias Fountain:

Bus

Palota út, gyorslift • Lines: 16, 916 (2 min walk)
Dózsa György tér • Lines: 16, 178, 5, 916, 956 (4 min walk)

Train

Szent György tér (3 min walk)
Clark Ádám tér (4 min walk)

Tram

Clark Ádám tér • Lines: 19, 41 (4 min walk)
Dózsa György tér • Lines: 56, 56A (5 min walk)

Metro

Vörösmarty tér • Lines: M1 (14 min walk)
Deák Ferenc tér • Lines: M1, M2 (18 min walk)

Light rail

Batthyány tér • Lines: H5 (20 min walk)

Trolleybus

Kossuth Lajos tér M • Lines: 70, 78 (22 min walk)
Astoria M • Lines: 72M (25 min walk)