The Buda Castle Garden Bazaar may suggest a collection of shops or some kind of market of the Royal Palace, but it has never been one, only in its name. In fact, the Bazaar could be more properly called a Cultural Palace with an Ornamental Garden south of the Buda Castle, covering the slopes and offering a beautiful entrance to …
Read More »Book Fair and Festival in Buda Castle
Celebrating the Hungarian Language and Books, the 3-day Book Fair is more than a book market. It is also a traditional Hungarian-themed festival with concerts, children programs, gastro events and much more. The 14th Book Fair is organized in the Buda Castle, in Trinity Square (in front of Matthias Church). Book Fair in 2016 September 2-4, 2016 Opening hours Sep …
Read More »Budapest Card Office in Buda Castle
A Budapest Card Office awaits you in Buda Castle to collect your valuable purchase. Budapest Cards offer a great deal of fantastic deals and benefits, such asfree travels on public transport, free entries to a thermal baths, free walking tours, free museum entries and many discounts. Budapest Card Office in Buda Castle When buying your Card online, you can ask …
Read More »Tourist Bus Parking in the Buda Castle
Tourist buses are allowed to enter the Buda Castle, but to maintain the safety of the historical streets and buildings, entering the Castle area by car or bus is restricted according to the decree of the Buda Castle Municipality. If you are planning to visit the Buda Castle by bus with your group, please read the information below carefully to …
Read More »Budapest Card Discounts in Buda Castle
Budapest Card offers several discounts in the Buda Castle area, the most generous of which is the 72h Budapest Card Plus. Book your Budapest Card in advance, and enjoy the benefits across the whole city.
Read More »Getting There
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.
Read More »Wedding at Buda Castle’s Budapest
Whether you’re planning a lavish wedding with an all-inclusive package or a more intimate affair with close family and friends, Fisherman’s Bastion delivers unmatched elegance and versatility with one of the most beautiful panoramic views in the world. Dear Couples, We are excited that you are looking for the best spot to have your wedding/ vow renewal ceremony – maybe …
Read More »Funicular Maintenance Works – Temporary Closures 2026
Occasionally the Funicular in the Buda Castle is undergoing maintenance works to make sure the historical cable car (Siklo) runs smoothly throughout most of the year. The maintenance works are scheduled bi-weekly, i.e. every other Monday of odd weeks. The works take a whole day, therefore these Mondays are not available for a ride. If a Monday is a bank …
Read More »Inside the Buda Castle Buildings
The buildings of the Buda Castle are currently the home of 3 popular institutes, two historical attractions (Budapest History Museum and St. Stephen’s Hall) and and and one focusing on fine art(the National Gallery). In addition, the Buda Castle Royal Palace is also occupied by the largest Hungarian Library, the Szechenyi National Library in one of the wings. Basically, inside …
Read More »Architecture, History & Music: Vigadó Concert Hall, Chain Bridge & Castle Garden
The magnificent Buda Castle Garden Bazaar in Buda Castle is a World Heritage Site, where classical renaissance, well maintained green lawn meet modern architecture in design while giving home to many permanent and temporary exhibitions and festivals. Buda Castle Garden Bazaar (Varkert Bazar), which is underneath the Buda Castle: gardens on the slopes and historical buildings once part of the Royal Palace …
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