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Fisherman's Bastion is a terrace in neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque style situated on the Buda bank of the Danube, on the Castle hill in Budapest, around Matthias Church. It's seven towers represent the seven Magyar tribes that settled in the Carpathian Basin in 895. It was designed and built between 1895 and 1902 on the plans of Frigyes Schulek. Between 1947–48, the son of Frigyes Schulek, János Schulek, conducted the other restoration project after its near destruction during World War II. My favorite place in Budapest! I took this photo in March 2018. And it's merely one part of the Fisherman's Bastion.
Fisherman's bastion is a viewing terrace on Buda castle hill with great views over Danube. The terrace appears older than it is, as it has only been built in early 1900s. The area is popular with tourists, so the cafes and vendors are a bit overpriced. Come for the view, and enjoy a moment of feeling like a Disney-princess (or a prince).
The medieval church of Matthias is situated on a busy town square in Buda. I admired the colorful bricks and beautiful pattern on the roof. Later I discovered that the church had been heavily damaged in World War II, and has been renovated twice after that.
The view from the terrace of Fisherman's Bastion is quite spectacular, I wish the weather had been clearer. If you visit by day, like me, return here for awesome early evening pictures!
Perfect blue sky and perfect blue river!! View from the Fisherman's Bation overlooking the Parliament building!!❤️

Top hotels in Vár

Hilton Budapest

Hilton Budapest

4.5 out of 5
Hess A Ter 1-3 Budapest
The price is HK$1,374 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
HK$1,374
HK$1,498 total
11 Apr - 12 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Incredible views and location. The staff are polite and helpful. It was our second visit here and we weren't disappointed.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Hilton Budapest
H2 Hotel Budapest

H2 Hotel Budapest

3.5 out of 5
Sas u.24. Budapest
The price is HK$802 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
HK$802
HK$875 total
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,690 reviews)
Hotel was very clean and staff very helpful , excellent location , breakfast was very good and great variety on offer . We would stay again

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

H2 Hotel Budapest
Park Plaza Budapest

Park Plaza Budapest

4 out of 5
Bem Rakpart 16-19 Budapest
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The price is HK$808 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
HK$808
HK$881 total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,176 reviews)
All good but shower turned the bathroom floor into a paddling pool!

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Park Plaza Budapest
InterContinental Budapest by IHG

InterContinental Budapest by IHG

5 out of 5
Apaczai Csere Janos 12-14 Budapest
The price is HK$1,357 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
HK$1,357
HK$1,479 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Great hotel in a great location, all the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellent. Great view from the river view room, well worth the room upgrade cost.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Corinthia Budapest

Corinthia Budapest

5 out of 5
Erzsebet krt 43-49 Budapest
The price is HK$1,443 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
HK$1,443
HK$1,572 total
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,492 reviews)
We had a lovely stay which included access to the Spa. All the staff were friendly and attentive. The spa facilities were excellent.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Corinthia Budapest
Continental Hotel Budapest

Continental Hotel Budapest

4.5 out of 5
Dohany Utca 42-44 Budapest
The price is HK$1,223 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
HK$1,223
HK$1,333 total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Great location near the Jewish quarter and close to good restaurants and the Time Out market. A little dated but extremely good value and great breakfast.

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Vár

Budapest showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Castle Hill

4.5/5(188 area reviews)

Travellers love Castle Hill for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Halász utca Tram Stop or Batthyany Place Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Fisherman's Bastion and Fő Utca.

Castle Hill
Buda Castle which includes a garden, heritage architecture and château or palace

Budavár

Travellers love Budavár for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Krisztina tér Tram Stop or Dózsa György tér Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Budapest Castle Hill Funicular and Buda Castle.

Budavár
Detail of the Matthias Church The Matthias Church is one of the finest churches in Budapest. Located atop the Buda Castle hill, it has been serving the citizens of the Buda Castle Hill since 1015. The actual church

Víziváros

If you're spending time in Víziváros, check out sights like Fő Utca or Fisherman's Bastion and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Batthyany Place Station or Halász utca Tram Stop.

Víziváros
Lipotvaros which includes a statue or sculpture and a monument

Lipotvaros

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Lipotvaros. Check out top attractions like Danube Palace and Szechenyi Istvan Square, and jump on the metro at Széchenyi István tér Tram Stop or Kossuth Lajos ter Station to see more of the city.

Lipotvaros
A monumental view of Budapest from a Budapest Monument. #Culture

Tabán

If you're spending time in Tabán, check out sights like Rudas Baths or Citadella and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Döbrentei tér Tram Stop or Rudas Gyógyfürdő Tram Stop.

Tabán
St. Stephen\'s Basilica featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Belváros - Lipótváros

Known for its fantastic nightlife and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Belváros - Lipótváros. Check out top attractions like St. Stephen's Basilica and Danube Palace, and jump on the metro at Deak Ferenc ter Station or Vorosmarty Square Station to see more of the city.

Belváros - Lipótváros

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