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Over the next 5 photoseries, join me on the Buda Castle Palace tour, which is starting at the Ybl Miklos Square and it is ending at the Clark Adam Square.
Upon arriving at Ybl Miklós Square, visitors can see many monuments. The first landmark is the Ybl Buda Creative House, followed by a stunning panoramic view of the Castle Garden Bazaar and Buda Castle Palace. Particularly noteworthy are the architectural details found within the Conference Hall. In the distance, Gellért Hill rises, crowned by the iconic Statue of Liberty. Continuing along the street, we reach the main entrance, where the domed Gloriette building stands, which is the home of the elegant Neptune Fountain.
In the next segment of our tour, we will ascend to the Castle Garden Bazaar. Upon arrival, you'll notice a colonnaded area with the Triton Fountain in the foreground. This space is surrounded by beautifully maintained greenery, offering a peaceful atmosphere. Be sure to look upward — facing the Buda Castle Palace, you’ll see a statue of the Mary holding the infant Jesus. While there is a staircase that provides a direct route to the palace, we will take a more scenic path and walk around instead.
A walk around the Buda Castle District is highly recommended, as the area offers numerous architectural and historical monuments. One of the first landmarks you’ll encounter is the Southern Roundabout and the Cudgel Tower. Turning toward Gellért Hill, you’ll see the top of the Elizabeth Bridge and the tower of Church of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, located in the Tabán neighborhood of Budapest.
As you continue the stroll, the rear facade of the Buda Castle Palace comes into view, followed by the Castle Wall (Ybl retaining wall), which is adorned with an elegant coat of arms. Beyond the wall stands the Hungarian Royal Riding School. A short walk further leads to the Karakas Pasha Tower.
Be sure to take a moment to look toward the Buda Hills as well—the panoramic view is truly breathtaking.
As we ascend the staircase, we arrive at the Dísz Square, home to the headquarters of the Hungarian Red Cross. From this point, it is worthwhile to continue the stroll toward Csónak Street, where the elegant Aranybástya Restaurant offers a stunning panoramic view. Just a few minutes’ walk from here lies Szent György Square, the location of the upper station of the Buda Castle Funicular.
There is a gate of Buda Castle Palace, featuring a decorative fence and a statue of the Turul, a mythological Hungarian bird. Passing through the gate, visitors can admire the equestrian statue of Eugene of Savoy, the Fountain of Fishing Kid, and a view of the Buda Castle Palace. A terrace in front of the Palace provides a remarkable vantage point over the city.
Additionally, two projecting sections of the castle wall are accessible to visitors—one of which houses the earlier mentioned statue (Mary holding the infant Jesus) . From the castle wall, one can also see a medieval tower and part of the Castle Garden Bazaar. The Danube River and its iconic bridges complete the breathtaking panorama. The architectural grandeur of the Buda Castle Palace itself is equally impressive.
In the final part of the tour, we descend to Clark Ádám Square. While we go down, we have one last opportunity to admire the Turul statue. As we make our way down, we enjoy views of the iconic Chain Bridge and pass by the Buda Castle Funicular. Upon reaching the square, we are greeted by a beautiful sight featuring the Tunnel, Clark Ádám Square, Chain Bridge and the lower station of the Funicular. The Castle Wall displays a coat of arms, held by two angels. Before we finish the tour, it's worth turning back for one final view of the Buda Castle Palace, which offers a stunning perspective from this point.
Over the next 4 photoseries, join me on a tour, which is starting at the Zsigmond Square and it is ending at the Kolosy Square. Zsigmond Square is easily accessible by buses and trams.
Upon entering the square, visitors are immediately greeted by the statue of the Holy Trinity. However, it is also worthwhile to explore the surrounding architecture, the House of Art Collectors is located nearby. The square features benches for relaxation and includes a designated bicycle circuit for cyclists.
Continuing further, we can see a modern office building, but if we have a glance back, we will admire a stunning panoramic view of the mountains. The Császár-Komjádi Swimming Pool is located at Arpad fejedelem Road near to Zsigmond Square. Tourists can descend to the Danube River for a scenic walk. Margaret Island and its iconic water tower are also visible from the riverside promenade.
As we go along Szépvölgyi Street toward Kolosy Square, the Sarlós Boldogasszony Parish Church becomes visible in the distance. At the intersection of Szépvölgyi Road and Lajos Street stands the Bécsi Corner office building. Upon crossing Lajos Street, we enter a pedestrian zone that Kolosy Square itself. Continuing forward, we arrive at the bus station, if we move forward, there will be a stunning view of the surrounding mountains. Looking back from this point, the church can be seen from another perspective.
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As we stroll from Kolosy Square along Becsi Road, we can see a series of elegant buildings that offer a variety of shopping opportunities. Upon reaching Puskás Öcsi Square, we are greeted by a group of statues, with the legendary Ferenc Puskás as the central figure. In close proximity stands the Puskás Pancho Sport Pub. Looking back toward Kolosy Square, we can admire the picturesque view of the church tower. The promenade itself has a charming atmosphere. Continuing along the square, we arrive at a building that serves as a showroom for premium garden furniture.
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As we make our way back toward Kolosy Square along Becsi Road, we can see architecturally impressive buildings. Several of these structures feature wall displays historical images of the street and its buildings, offering a glimpse into the area's past. Later in the street, you will also find the Podium Restaurant and the Buda Gourmet shopping center. Naturally, we can also admire the church during the stroll.
Over the next 3 photoseries, join me on a captivating walking tour through the vibrant heart of downtown Budapest, which is starting and ending at the bustling Deák Ferenc Square. This square is easily accessible via a wide array of public transportation, making it the perfect launching point for urban exploration.
As you stand in the square or stroll toward nearby Erzsébet Square, you’re immediately surrounded by architectural charm and historic grandeur. From here, you’ll catch the next buildings — a beautifully preserved historic building that now houses an eclectic mix of restaurants and fashion boutiques, Budapest Eye Ferris Wheel, the iconic towers of St. Stephen’s Basilica, the the Anker Palace, the spire of St. Anne’s Church, and the facade of the Lutheran Church.
As we wander into Erzsébet Square, the atmosphere shifts to relaxation and fun. This is a place for admiring the Budapest Eye Ferris Wheel and Danubius Fountain. From here, crossing József Attila Street opens up a spectacular view of the Buda Castle funicular.
Our route continues toward the St. Stephen’s Basilica, passing through the picturesque Oktober 6th Street, lined with a stunning street of 100 trees.
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Strolling down the Zrínyi Street, the St. Stephen’s Basilica (what was built in neoclassical style) gradually comes into view, growing ever more impressive with each step. As we arrive at Saint Stephen’s Square, the full beauty of the basilica reveals itself — especially the stunning tympanum and the fresco above the entrance, depicting Jesus surrounded by his disciples. From the stairs of basilica, there is a monumental view stretching across the square.
It is worth walking around the basilica. As you circle the structure, don’t rush—this is where the magic hides in the details. Take a moment to admire the statues nestled in the niches of the tower: the figures of St. Ambrose, St. Augustine, St. Gregory the Great, and St. Jerome.
Look up, and you'll spot the four evangelists gracing the upper loin. On the eastern side, above the sacristy and the Holy Right Chapel, a stunning scene unfolds—twelve apostles curved with lifelike detail stand below a commanding statue of Christ.
After walking around the basilica, we arrive to Deak Ferenc Square.
In the following 7 photoseries, I would like to present a complete hiking opportunity within Budapest. This is a circular tour that starts and ends at Batthyány Square. It is worth lingering at the first stop of the tour, Batthyány Square, because outside the Parliament building, there is a beautiful view of the Danube and the historic buildings along the river. A Catholic church and a Market Hall can be found on the square, and is a good transport hub. You can easily get to many places in Budapest from here.
The second part of the hiking goes up the Ilona stairs and through the Park of Gimnazium Street to the bottom of the Fisherman's Bastion. While walking, it is worth looking back, as the previously mentioned Catholic church and the Parliament building become more and more visible. When we get up the top of the Ilona stairs, we arrive at the beautiful park in Gimnazium Street where you can find the School stairs, the back entrance of the Hilton Hotel, and then the Fisherman's Bastion.
The next part of the tour is the Fisherman's Bastion and Holy Trinity Square. When heading towards the Fisherman's Bastion, it is worth stopping at the stairs, because the towers offer a fantastic view. As soon as we reach the top of the stairs, we can see the equestrian statue of Saint Stephen, who is the founder of the state of Hungary. The Holy Trinity Square itself is huge, there is also the Matthias Church, the Holy Trinity statue and a newly renovated building, which is currently the building of the Ministry of the Interior. It is also worth taking a look at the small details of the Matthias Church, such as the rose window and the arches. Wonderful view is opened for Budapest from Fisherman's Bastion.
The next stop on the tour is the Tóth Árpád Promenade, which runs along the western side of the Buda Castle District. It can be reached through the Holy Trinity Street. Here you can admire the cherry blossoms in early April. We can see beautiful flower beds along the promenade and benches help tired tourists rest. Wonderful panorama is opened for the Buda Hills.
The next part of the tour includes the sights of the Hungarian National Archives and its surroundings. The Mary Magdalene Tower is located on Kapisztran Square, and was erected in memory of the battle of 1686. In this battle, Hungary recaptured Buda from the Ottoman Empire. In addition, the ruins of the Mary Magdalene Tower can be found here, as well as the relief of the coronation mantle. If we continue walking from the Kapisztran square to Bécsikapu Square, we can see the entire building of the Hungarian National Archives and an Evangelical church. After then, the tourists will see the Vienna Gate, from which opens a wonderful view of the mountainside.
If we go through the Vienna Gate and turn right, we will reach the European Park. The park itself is unique in that a European capital is written to each stone, with a tree attached to it. There are also 2 statues in the park, the statue of the kingdom and the statue of the famous composer Zoltán Kodály. The view of the Buda Hills is still impressive.
In the final part of the tour, we walk back from the Europa Park to Batthány Square. As soon as we get down from the hill through the Kagylo Street stairs, we stumble upon the statue of Maria Immaculata. This statue was erected in 1724 after the plague. The sight of the Market Hall and the Parliament building also indicates that we have come around.
