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Buda Castle - Royal Palace (Kiralyi Palota)

Szent Gyorgy ter, Budapest 1014, Hungary
As featured in 3 days in Budapest
Ranked #20 of 171 attractions in Budapest
4.5 of 5 stars 205 Reviews
Type: Castles
Fee: Yes
Owner description: Destroyed by fire in World War II, this imposing 13th-century palace was rebuilt with modern interiors while incorporating hidden walls and medieval...... more » Owner description: Destroyed by fire in World War II, this imposing 13th-century palace was rebuilt with modern interiors while incorporating hidden walls and medieval structures that remained hidden over the centuries. « less
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London, United Kingdom
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84 reviews 84 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
67 helpful votes 67 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Excellent views over the Danube and city make the visit worthwhile alone. Hungarian National Art Gallery definitely worth seeing. Make sure you walk along to explore the Old Town as well, have an expensive cup of coffee at the Fisherman’s Bastion for a unique perspective across the river! More

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Budapest, Hungary
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Loved walking around the castle, amazing views from the ramparts. A little touristy in places but easy to find quiet spaces to enjoy the surroundings and views, More

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Bedford, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

another place to see at day and night from ground level and the river More

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Paris, France
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW
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The tramlift up is not covered by transport card and it's largely feasible by foot to avoid cost and queuing. No access into the Palace unless you go into the museum which is inside. More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

Hopefully all the construction works have ended. The streets and surrounding buildings, not just the castle, are all worth exploring as it retains a medieval presence about it. More

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kalmar,sweden
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012 NEW

Where up here for the palinkafestival. Expensive drinks and food. Had an real good time with some new local friends. Absolutly beatiful setting for this type of event. More

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Budapest, Hungary
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

It a must see if you are in Budapest! I recommend to visit it at night, because the view of Pest is just amazing then! More

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Atlanta, GA, USA
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

I did not know much about Hungarian art before visiting Budapest, and this building houses what is essentially the national museum of Hungary. The galleries are well-lit, the art is nicely spaced, and the collection is impressive. More

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Surrey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Funicular was around £4, otherwise you climb up hill. Great views and changing of the guard takes place next door at the Presidents quarters. Can walk to Fishermans Bastian from here too More

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italy
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Lovely place to see the whole of Buda and Pest. Just a wonderful not to be forgotten view, a must if you visit anywhere, go here. Not sure about the merits of the Hilton Hotel built on top of a Monastery but, the clever architecture shows the older buildings in the reflective glass so there a pluses and minuses against... More

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