Buda Castle Buda Castle, Budapest

Every October, Buda Castle Budapest steps back in time for its annual Medieval Day, where history comes alive with knights, kings and fantastic beasts. This year, the spotlight falls on King Sigismund of Hungary – one of the most powerful monarchs of the late Middle Ages – and the dragons that filled both folklore and royal imagination. Among the most intriguing discoveries linked …

The exhibitions in the Budapest History Museum focus on the turbulent history of the 2000 years of the city now known as Budapest: what the once separate towns of Buda, Pest and Obuda were like. Budapest History Museum exhibits Opening Times Mondays: 10 am- 6pm (St Stephen’s Hall is open) Tuesdays: 10 am- 6pm Wednesdays: 10 am- 6pm Thursday: 10 …

17–20 August 2025 Organised by the Association of Hungarian Folk Artists (NESZ) Hungary’s largest and most prestigious celebration of folk traditions. Programme Highlight Festival of Crafts – Bread Blessing Sunday, 17 August 10:30–11:30 – Türk Youth Orchestra – Concert 11:30–12:00 – Traditional Hungarian Bridal Hair Styling – Kiss Gabriella, Young Master of Folk Art 12:00–12:30 – Virtus Bagpipe Ensemble – …

18–20 August 2025 Hungary’s largest Carpathian Basin gastronomic festival, attracting over 400,000 visitors and featuring more than 150 exhibitors. About the Event Now in its 15th year, the festival showcases the richness, diversity, and traditions of Hungarian gastronomy, from unique techniques to unforgettable flavours. Visitors will have the first opportunity to taste the winners of the Cake of Hungary and …

Experience the magic of Christmas in Budapest with an exclusive festive wine tasting in the atmospheric Castle Cave Wine Cellar, hidden beneath the historic Buda Castle District. Between December 1 and December 23, enjoy an intimate tasting of Hungary’s finest premium wines in the medieval cave system, accompanied by an expert English-speaking sommelier. The Christmas Wine Tasting takes place in …

The 700 year old St Michael’s Chapel is a hidden gem under the turret of the Fisherman’s Bastion in the Buda Castle District, Budapest. Steep stairs lead down to the inside of the Fisherman’s Bastion.

Enjoy enchanting summer concerts in the stunning Neo-Gothic Matthias Church, nestled in the heart of the Buda Castle District atop Buda Castle Hill, right by Fisherman’s Bastion. Throughout December, you can experience captivating classical performances, with occasional free concerts adding to the charm.

Planned Dates: Nov 29, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027Daily 09:00–20:00Location: 1014 Budapest, Szentháromság tér This winter, the enchanting spirit of Advent returns to the historic heart of Budapest. From November 29 to January 4 (planned dates), Buda Castle transforms into a sparkling festive wonderland, inviting visitors of all ages to experience the warmth, flavours, artistry, and traditions of the holiday …

Travelling up to the Buda Castle hilltop with the Buda Hill Funicular is a pleasant and comfortable way to save your legs a hike when you want to get up to the Castle District from the river level on Adam Clarke square in Budapest. If you wish to choose a historical vehicle rather than the public buses or the various …

Matthias Church is one of the finest churches in Budapest and one of the most unique churches in Europe. Located atop the Buda Castle hill, it has been serving the citizens of Buda Castle Hill since 1015, its foundation by the first Hungarian king. Bored with churches? Not this time.