Budapest Attractions

About Budapest

Budapest lies in the heart of Europe, on the banks of the Danube. Buda, the historic half of the town, lies on the western bank and is home to the famous ‘Castle’ district. On the east of the Danube lies the bustling, lively Pest, the centre of commerce and nightlife. Ravens Apartment is in the historic Jewish District of Pest.

World Heritage Sites

Much of Central Budapest is UNESCO World Heritage Site listed:

• The entire Castle district with its cobbled streets, museums, churches, historical buildings and monuments including the Fisherman’s Bastion which offers a splendid view over the Danube and Pest.

• Gellért Hill with its panoramic view over the Danube and city.

• Gellért Spa baths, in grand Art Nouveau style.

• the stunning Danube Foreshore and Danube bridges.

• the ornate Parliament Building on the banks of the Danube.

• Tree-lined Andrássy Road with its impressive buildings leading to Heroes’ square and Hungarian art museums.

Something for Everyone

Budapest is a city of food and wine, festivals, thermal baths, Formula 1, street markets, crafts, folk art, music, history, culture and of course, nightlife and shopping. Whatever your taste, Budapest is a vibrant and fascinating city to visit.

Visit the many museums, churches, fun park and zoo. Relax in the atmospheric bars and cafes of central Pest, explore the beautiful Margaret Island on the Danube, or indulge yourself in the thermal baths.