Budapest's Palace District, Budapest

Name: Budapest's Palace District
Address: Budapest, Hungary

#358 among attractions in Budapest

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Facts and practical information

Budapest's Palotanegyed forms an inner part of Pest, the eastern half of Budapest. Known until the communist period as the ‘Magnates’ Quarter’, it consists of the western part of the city's Eighth District, or Józsefváros, which was named on 7 November 1777 after Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor and Archduke of Austria, who reigned 1765-1790. Józsefváros developed immediately east of the medieval walls of Pest and was originally called Lerchenfeld or the Alsó-Külváros. The Palotanegyed's borders are the Múzeum körút to the west, Rákóczi út to the north, the József körút to the east and Üllői út to the south. There is an extensive photo archive of the Palace District at the Fortepan website. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 47°29'32"N, 19°3'58"E

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Budapest's Palace District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Great Market Hall, Dohány Street Synagogue, Hungarian National Museum, Museum of Applied Arts.

0.5 miSW
Huge market built in late 19th-century
Great Market Hall, Budapest
13 min walk • The Great Market Hall, also known as Central Market Hall, stands as a testament to Budapest's rich cultural heritage and bustling daily life. Located at the end of the city's renowned Váci Street, this architectural marvel is not only the largest and oldest indoor...
~1910 ftNW
Iconic 19th-century religious complex
Dohány Street Synagogue, Budapest
10 min walk • The Dohány Street Synagogue, also known as the Great Synagogue, is a magnificent jewel in the heart of Budapest, Hungary. Standing as the largest synagogue in Europe and the second-largest in the world, this architectural masterpiece can accommodate up to 3,000...
~1070 ftW
Museum of Hungarian history and culture
Hungarian National Museum, Budapest
6 min walk • The Hungarian National Museum is a cultural beacon in the heart of Budapest, Hungary. Established in 1802, this museum is a repository of the nation's history, from the foundation of the Hungarian state to the modern era.
0.4 miS
Museum, Art Nouveau architecture, Art museum
Museum of Applied Arts, Budapest
12 min walk • The Museum of Applied Arts in Budapest is a testament to Hungary's rich artistic heritage and a treasure trove of decorative arts. Nestled in the heart of the city, this institution is housed in an architectural marvel, a stunning example of Hungarian Art Nouveau...
~1330 ftE
Shopping, Market
Rákóczi Square Market Hall, Budapest
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Budapest's vibrant VIII district, the Rákóczi Square Market Hall stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and culinary heritage. This bustling market, a hub for locals and tourists alike, offers an authentic Hungarian shopping...
0.4 miW
Church, Baroque architecture
Egyetemi Templom, Budapest
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hungary's vibrant capital, Egyetemi Templom, also known as the University Church, is a hidden gem among Budapest's rich tapestry of architectural wonders. This church, located in the bustling city center, is a sanctuary of peace and spiritual...
~1890 ftW
Museum, History museum
Petőﬁ Literary Museum, Budapest
10 min walk • The Petőﬁ Literary Museum is a major Hungarian museum in Budapest. It was founded in 1954, as the successor organisation to Petőfi House. It was named to honour the memory of Sándor Petőfi.
~1850 ftN
Nightlife, Restaurant
Szimpla Kert, Budapest
9 min walk • Szimpla Kert is a romkocsma, which means "ruin pub" in Hungarian, located in the Jewish Quarter of the 7th district of Budapest, Hungary. The pub started as a place for people to find a cheap drink in a relaxed environment, but has grown to become a tourist attraction and community center.
0.5 miSE
47°29'10"N • 19°4'24"E
Corvin Plaza Shopping Centre, Budapest
14 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.6 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Erkel Theatre, Budapest
16 min walk • The Erkel Theatre is a theatre in Budapest, Hungary. Being the largest public building in the city for decades, it was made part of the Hungarian State Opera House in 1951.
~1050 ftS
Vast repository with grand 1800s centre
Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library, Budapest
6 min walk • Fővárosi Szabó Ervin Könyvtár is the largest library network in Budapest, Hungary. The Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library's main branch is housed in the 19th-century neo-baroque Wenckheim Palace.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Budapest's Palace District?

Nearby attractions include Pázmány Péter Catholic University, Budapest (1 min walk), Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Budapest (5 min walk), Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library, Budapest (6 min walk), Hungarian National Museum, Budapest (6 min walk).

How to get to Budapest's Palace District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Budapest's Palace District:

Bus

Szentkirályi utca • Lines: 9, 909, 909A (6 min walk)
Rákóczi tér M • Lines: 6, 923 (7 min walk)

Trolleybus

Szentkirályi utca • Lines: 72M, 83 (6 min walk)
Kálvin tér M • Lines: 72M, 83 (7 min walk)

Tram

Rákóczi tér M • Lines: 4, 6 (7 min walk)
Harminckettesek tere • Lines: 4, 6 (7 min walk)

Metro

Rákóczi tér • Lines: M4 (8 min walk)
Astoria • Lines: M2 (8 min walk)

Light rail

Boráros tér • Lines: H7 (24 min walk)

Train

Budapest Keleti Station (26 min walk)