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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.

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Terezvaros

Spend some time visiting places like Andrássy Út while getting to know Terezvaros, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Vorosmarty Street Station or Kodaly Circus Station to see more of the area.

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Erzsebetvaros

Travelers love Erzsebetvaros for its luxurious spas, and you can see more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Wesselényi utca - Erzsébet körút Tram Stop or Király utca / Erzsébet körút Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Kiraly Street and Nagymezo Street.

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Castle Hill

Travelers 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 Europa Grove.

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Jozsefvaros

Arena Plaza Shopping Mall and Corvin Plaza are top sights in Jozsefvaros, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Orczy tér (Baross utca) Tram Stop or Orczy tér Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

H2 Hotel Budapest

H2 Hotel Budapest

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Park Plaza Budapest

Park Plaza Budapest

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Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, Budapest

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Elisabeth Downtown Apartments by FirstHost

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Marriott Executive Apartments Millennium Court

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7seasons Apartments Budapest

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Margaret Island

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Things to do

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Budapest: Sip & Sail Prosecco Cruise | Sightseeing | Photos

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