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Halászbástya
4.5
32,170 reviews
#2 of 748 things to do in Budapest
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
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9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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Built during the 19th century for the Hungarian Millennium celebrations, this mock bastion features pointed towers and turrets, reminiscent of the fairytale castles in Disney World.
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Neighborhood: District I / Buda
The historical center to a city with a multifarious and intricate past, Buda has some of the most outstanding buildings in Europe and an enviable natural landscape with stunning views onto the Danube. Centered around the Royal Palace, it provides a glimpse into the golden years of the Austro-Hungarian empire and the lives led by the aristocracy at the time. Matthias Church, beside the palace, hosted many events attended by the royal family and was the chosen place for the coronation of Franz Josef, one of the Hungarian Habsburg kings. Having admired the palace and the church, a visit to Buda will be unforgettable by the stunning and memorable panorama over Pest offered by the seven towered Fishermen’s Bastion.
How to get there
  • Batthyány tér • 8 min walk
  • Déli pályaudvar • 10 min walk
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
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Dylan
St Helens, UK5 contributions
A must see in Budapest
Mar 2023 • Couples
Really enjoyed our visit here. Breathtaking views and ability to access a slightly higher platform for even better views for a small fee.

Quite high up, we walked it but there are casts tour buses and also escalators available
Written March 26, 2023
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Kamm Bell
Los Angeles, CA52 contributions
beautiful
Apr 2022
Is a beautiful viewpoint, the truth is that you went six times just because I felt at peace, there are tours but I only took it once, it is more enjoyable visiting it by yourself or with your partner, I count the days to return to my Budapest
Written March 22, 2023
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V90ldn
10 contributions
super busy but great view and architecture
Mar 2023
make sure you def go over there along with the Buda castle visit. Is usually very busy but offers great views across to Pest
Written March 20, 2023
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Hens3
Dungannon, UK46 contributions
It’s a must
Feb 2023
Beautiful experience so much to see inside. It’s very peaceful and gives you a chance to have some quiet time.
Written March 14, 2023
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WitchyYork
Strensall, UK959 contributions
Beautiful fairytale view
Mar 2023 • Couples
We took the metro from Parliament Square (Kossuth Lajos Ter) to Batthyany Ter, 1 stop and 350HUF single ticket and climbed up the steps to the top. It’s steep but if you’re fit it’s not a problem. The views are spectacular especially when sunny.
The Fisherman’s Bastion was free to walk along and is so pretty, it’s like a fairytale.
Toilets are around but they are 250HUF.
Written March 12, 2023
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Serghei
1 contribution
Disappointed
Mar 2023 • Couples
Waiting for about an hour to find out that they are closed. Completely Disappointed in the people even if place is gorgeous
Written March 2, 2023
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Traveler O
Washington DC, DC830 contributions
Best views in Budapest
Feb 2023
Amazing views to be had here on clear days, year round. It's situated well atop the hill on the Buda side overlooking Pest, Parliament and everything on the east side of the Danube. In this area, you can also visit churches and other sites. It's not far from Buda Castle either. The climb on foot is no joke, so take a taxi or bus if need be.
Written March 1, 2023
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Alexander Roc
7 contributions
Wow!
Feb 2023
Yes its full of tourist exploring, taking photos, and gawping. I wonder why??
This place must be seen to be believed. It is glorious, majestic, and imperious. Once you ascend the climb this opens up a whole wonderful walk with sweeping views across the city.
Written February 23, 2023
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Amina ZK
Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina136 contributions
Beautifull place
Feb 2023
Amaizing architecture and the view is really beautifull. Would reccomend even if you are staying in Budapest for a short time
Written February 21, 2023
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RandyRoss
Ridgetown, Canada11,677 contributions
Beautiful Views
Dec 2022
The Halászbástya or Fisherman's Bastion is one of the best known monuments in Budapest and certainly has the best views of the Danube and the "Pest" part of the city. Trinity square contains not only the Bastion but also Matthias Church, the statue of St. Stephen and the Holy Trinity Column.
The Fishermen's Bastion's main façade, parallel to the Danube, is approximately 140 meters long, of which the southern aisle is about 40 meters long, the north is 65 meters long, and the ornate central parapet is 35 meters long. Its seven high-pitched stone towers symbolize the seven chieftains of the Hungarians who founded Hungary in 895.Since 1987 it has been one of Budapest's World Heritage Sites.
Written February 16, 2023
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