Buda Castle Buda Castle, Budapest
The Buda Castle is located on top of the Castle Hill on the Buda side of the river Danube. Despite the elevated location, it is very easily accessible on foot, or by public transport.
How can I get to Buda Castle Budapest?
Walking up to Buda Castle
There are several ways to reach the Buda Castle on foot. Below, we show you two different routes to choose from:
Gentle Hill Walk
Steep Hill Walk
If you prefer to discover the Castle District on foot, why not try one of the Buda Castle Walking Tours?
For even easier access, there are some elevators around the Buda Castle Hill.
Click here to see the locations of the elevators with GPS coordinates
School Stairs (Iskola Lepcso): GPS 47.503715, 19.033587
Granit Stairs (Granit Lepcso): GPS 47.500522, 19.032373
Bus Route up to Buda Castle
You can also access the Buda Castle by public transportation. Please find the bus services below:
From Pest Side (City Center)
From Buda Side
Fun ways of getting up to the Castle Hill
Funicular / Cable Car
You can reach the top of the Hill and get directly to the Royal Palace, using the Funicular. It starts from next to the Tunnel at Clark Adam Square. Please note that usually there are queues built up for the Funicular, with possible waiting time of 30 minutes.
Hi, is there Polish audio guide available for rent?
Dear Marius,
Yes, audio guide is available inside the Buda Castle museums.
We have emailed you with more details regarding the tour inside the building.
Hi, i would like to visit Buda Castle. May i know where can i buy tickets for the funicular and the tickets for the castle? thank you
Dear Magdalena,
The castle area can be visited free of charge (You can find restaurants and shops etc).
You can buy entry tickets upon arrival at the funicular stop and at the museums as well.
Please let me know if I can be of further help.
Hello, I am planning a visit to Buda Castle and would like to know if parking on the Dísz tér is allowed or if any special permission is required. If possible, what is the best access route by car? Thank you in advance.
Dear Alexis,
Thank you for contacting us.
We have sent you an email with more details.
Enjoy your time at the Buda Castle!
I`m planning on visiting the castle with 2 toddlers, where can I park the car in the castle or near the castle?
How hard is it to navigate the castle with strollers?
Dear Jess,
Thank you for contacting us.
We have sent you an email!
Have a nice time in Budapest!
Can you describe the architectural features of Buda Castle?
Hello,
With our group of elderly visitors, we would like to go up to the National Gallery, in the Castle district.
what would be some easy ways to get up there (without walking distances) please?
(we could go by car, but they are not allowed into that part of the area, right?)
thank you very much in advance!
Hello Esther,
we recommend you use the Castle Bus / 16 A (operated by the city of Budapest).
The nearest stop is 2-5 min walk from the National Gallery.
Please let me know if I can be of further help.
Hi, i will go in budapest in christmas time.
I would like know if castle is open from 25-26 december.
Thank you
Hello, and thank you for contacting us.
Many attractions will be closed during this winter in accordance with the government regulations to keep the Covid 19 pandemic at bay.
Thank you for your understanding and kind cooperation.
I am planning visit Budapest from 27-March-2020 to 29-March-2020. I understood buying the 72 hours Budapest card allow me free entrance at Buda Castle but I have limitations to walk – How do I get individual tickets only for Furnicular?
Dear Rosana,
Thank you for contacting us regarding purchasing your Funicular ticket in Budapest.
You can buy your ticket on the spot (advance purchase is only possible if you also book a guided tour).
We recommend the following tour for you: https://budacastlebudapest.com/buda-castle-tour-funicular-ride-river-cruise/
Hope I could help.
We wish you a great Castle Tour in the Hungarian capital!