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Budapest · Walking Route

Budapest Walking Route

Budapest skyline with the Parliament and Danube river

Budapest is an excellent city to explore on foot. This walking route connects some of the city's most famous landmarks along the Danube and historic districts, from the Hungarian Parliament across the Chain Bridge to Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion.

Route at a Glance

Distance

~5 km

Walking time

2 to 3 hours

Key stops

6

Hungarian Parliament Building on the Danube in Budapest
Budapest from the Danube

Suggested Walking Route

1

Stop 1: Hungarian Parliament

Start at the iconic neo-Gothic parliament building on the Pest riverbank.

2

Stop 2: Danube Promenade

Walk south along the scenic riverside promenade.

3

Stop 3: Chain Bridge

Cross Budapest's most famous bridge to reach Buda.

4

Stop 4: Buda Castle

Climb up to the grand historic palace complex.

5

Stop 5: Fisherman's Bastion

Stunning neo-Romanesque terrace with panoramic city views.

6

Stop 6: Matthias Church

End the walk at this beautifully tiled Gothic church.

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