Rákóczi Avenue, Budapest

Name: Rákóczi Avenue
Address: Budapest, Hungary

#226 among attractions in Budapest

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Rákóczi út is one of the busiest arterial roads in Budapest, Hungary. It runs in an east-west direction through the city. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 47°29'49"N, 19°4'12"E

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JózsefvárosBudapest Hungary

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Rákóczi Avenue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dohány Street Synagogue, Hungarian State Opera House, Hungarian National Museum, Rákóczi Square Market Hall.

0.4 miW
Iconic 19th-century religious complex
Dohány Street Synagogue, Budapest
12 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...
0.6 miNW
Elegant state opera house with frescoes
Hungarian State Opera House, Budapest
17 min walk • The Hungarian State Opera House stands as a beacon of cultural sophistication in the heart of Budapest. Opened in 1884, this neo-Renaissance masterpiece was designed by the celebrated Hungarian architect Miklós Ybl, and it is widely regarded as one of the most...
0.5 miSW
Museum of Hungarian history and culture
Hungarian National Museum, Budapest
14 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.
~1540 ftS
Shopping, Market
Rákóczi Square Market Hall, Budapest
8 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...
~1630 ftW
Nightlife, Restaurant
Szimpla Kert, Budapest
8 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.
~1700 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Erkel Theatre, Budapest
9 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.
0.6 miSW
Vast repository with grand 1800s centre
Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library, Budapest
15 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.
0.5 miW
Karaoke, Scenic walking areas, Bars and clubs
Gozsdu-udvar, Budapest
13 min walk • Gozsdu-udvar comprises seven buildings and their courtyards in the 7th district of Budapest, and can be approached from Király Street, Dob Street and Holló Street.
0.5 miW
Square
Astoria, Budapest
13 min walk • Astoria is the colloquial, unofficial name of a major road intersection in the Budapest city centre and it can also refer to a station of the M2 metro line. It is named after Grand Hotel Astoria at its corner.
0.4 miN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Magyar Theatre, Budapest
11 min walk • The Magyar Theatre is a theatre operating in Budapest, Hungary. Its company started on August 22, 1837 as the first major Hungarian-language theatrical company in the city. They operated under this label until August 8, 1840, when the name was changed to National Theatre of Hungary.
0.5 miNW
Museum
Ernst Museum, Budapest
14 min walk • The Ernst Museum is an art museum located in Budapest's VI District. Since 2013, it is also home to the Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rákóczi Avenue?

Nearby attractions include Akácfa utca, Budapest (6 min walk), University of Theatre and Film Arts in Budapest, Budapest (7 min walk), Rákóczi Square Market Hall, Budapest (8 min walk), Budapest/Pest, Budapest (8 min walk).

How to get to Rákóczi Avenue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rákóczi Avenue:

Metro

Blaha Lujza tér • Lines: M2 (1 min walk)
Rákóczi tér • Lines: M4 (8 min walk)

Bus

Blaha Lujza tér M • Lines: 108E, 110, 110E, 112, 133E, 217E, 5, 6, 7, 7E, 8E, 907, 907A, 908, 923, 931, 931A, 956, 973, 973A, 99, 990 (3 min walk)

Tram

Blaha Lujza tér M • Lines: 28, 28A, 37, 37A, 4, 6, 62 (4 min walk)
Wesselényi utca / Erzsébet körút • Lines: 4, 6 (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Akácfa utca • Lines: 70, 78 (13 min walk)
Astoria M • Lines: 72M (13 min walk)

Train

Budapest Keleti Station (18 min walk)
Budapest-Nyugati (29 min walk)