Fisherman's Bastion Budapest Hungary

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The Halászbástya or Fisherman's Bastion is one of the best known historical monuments in Budapest, located near the Buda Castle, in the Várkerület. …

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Oct 28, 2024
Budapest was wonderful lovely architecture. Good food my hubby loved the sausage. Karoly Corner Residence was wonderful beautiful suite, breakfast in a basket every morning to your suite with plenty … Full review by Carol K
Oct 28, 2024
Fisherman's Bastion is an absolute must-visit in Budapest! The architecture is stunning, with it's fairytale-like towers and arches that feel like something straight out of fantasy movie. If you're e… Full review by haitinyutrov
Oct 25, 2024
Amazing views over Pest. Great view of chain bridge & Hungarian parliament. There is also a restaurant situated within it. Full review by VirtueFor

Facts

Architectural style:Romanesque Revival
Construction completed:1851
Construction started:1844
Architect:Frigyes Schulek

Questions & answers

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What's the ideal visiting hours for Fisherman's Bastion? Hope to enjoy sunrise or sunset
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I was there late morning, and it was pretty crowded. It's probably best to get there as soon as they open.
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Do you have to prebook a table for a meal here? If so please could you tell me how to prebook? Thank you :)
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No need to preebok. Enjoy your meal.
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Can we go in private car ? Is there any toll or parking fee ? How much is the entry fee?
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Hello, There is a parking fee always from Monday to Friday from 8 till 08 hours.But this is only a guideline - it depends on place. To the castle its better to go with pulic transport - you …
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Hello, There is a parking fee always from Monday to Friday from 8 till 08 hours.But this is only a guideline - it depends on place. To the castle its better to go with pulic transport - you have to leave the car far from the Halászbástya.The ticket for bus costs only 1,10 Euro.And the parking can be 3,50 Euro per hour.
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One has to walk up or some transport is available ? How steep is it ?
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We took the Funicular up... Shorter lines, less crowds & tour groups, after about 2-3 pm. Still enough daylight hours in the day to see it all, great evening views. Wonderful strolling, …
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We took the Funicular up... Shorter lines, less crowds & tour groups, after about 2-3 pm. Still enough daylight hours in the day to see it all, great evening views. Wonderful strolling, views as lighting changes, city lights go on.
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Can I pay by card for the entrance tickets to the Fisherman’s Bastion?
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Yes, it is possible to pay by card (all major cards are accepted, except AmEx). Cash payment is not possible at the Cashier, not even...
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