Palatinal Crypt, Budapest

Name: Palatinal Crypt
Address: Within the Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest, Hungary

#96 among attractions in Budapest

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Facts and practical information

The Palatinal Crypt in Buda Castle, Budapest is the burial place of the Hungarian branch of the Habsburg dynasty, founded by Archduke Joseph, Palatine of Hungary. It is the only interior part of Buda Castle which survived the destruction of World War II and was not demolished during the subsequent decades of rebuilding. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 47°29'47"N, 19°2'23"E

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Within the Hungarian National GalleryVárkerület (Várnegyed)Budapest Hungary

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Day trips

Palatinal Crypt – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Palatinal Crypt?

Nearby attractions include Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest (1 min walk), Monument of Prince Eugene of Savoy, Budapest (1 min walk), Matthias Fountain, Budapest (1 min walk), Matthias Fountain, Budapest (1 min walk).

How to get to Palatinal Crypt by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palatinal Crypt:

Bus

Palota út, gyorslift • Lines: 16, 916 (3 min walk)
Clark Ádám tér • Lines: 105, 16, 916, 990 (4 min walk)

Train

Szent György tér (3 min walk)
Clark Ádám tér (3 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 (13 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 (21 min walk)
Astoria M • Lines: 72M (25 min walk)