Location: District V / Inner City
Top Things to do in District V / Inner City
The 10 Best Architectural Buildings in District V / Inner City, Central Hungary
Over 15 million gallons of water bubble daily into Budapest's 118 springs and boreholes. The city of spas offers an astounding array of baths, from the sparkling Gellert Baths to the vast 1913 neo-baroque Szechenyi Spa to Rudas Spa, a dramatic 16th-century Turkish pool with original Ottoman architecture. The "Queen of the Danube" is also steeped in history, culture and natural beauty. Get your camera ready for the Roman ruins of the Aquincum Museum, Heroes' Square and Statue Park, and the 300-foot dome of St. Stephen's Basilica.
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1. Eiffel Palace
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By MarriedAnd-Over-50 - Mission, Canada
Just about 1 block from the Keleti Train station not many tourist may know about this building but it is a very interesting building. It has a long history. The name Eiffel immediately drew my attention when we saw it of course. Unfortunately I ran out of battery to take photos of the Bistro and Bar in the building but of course we went to explore.... The name: The facade elements, as well as the main interior courtyard and the impressive wrought iron structure of the main stairway – originally designed by Gustav Eiffel’s firm – were all restored to their one-time beauty and reinstalled at their original spot. Fantastic Idea! Its environmental credentials are impressive: The building has a double environmental certificate (LEED Gold, BREEAM Very Good ) Features that contribute to the excellent energy and water efficiency of the building include solar collectors and photovoltaic panels, the use of harvested rainwater, built-in low-flow aerators, occupancy and motion sensors, energy-saving LED light fixtures, pre-programmable elevators and the vegetation on multiple roof terraces. Bicycles storage with lockers and showers are situated in the 5-story underground garage, and electric and hybrid car chargers are also located here. The adornment of the atrium is the vertical garden that complements the timeless harmony of whites, beige and bronzes with its fresh shades of green, and links the ground floor with the first floor. Its history is also very interesting: The Pesti Hírlap editorial office, publishing house and print house was constructed on this site . Built in line with the owners’ vision of high functionality and exquisite aesthetics, this palace truly reflected the significance of the prominent daily gazette – Pesti Hírlap publishing and print house – that moved to its new headquarters in 1894. The building was re-opened in 2014 There are now in this building offices of PwC Hungary, CBRE, the British Chamber of Commerce in Hungary and the British Business Center, and services such as St. Andrea Wine & Gourmet Bar, Eiffel Bistro- not a great experience for us - the Eiffel Palace Conference Center, and the Wax in the City studio.
2. Pinter Gallery and Auction House
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Europe's largest downtown gallery in a series of cellars next to the Parliament building, our beautiful antique showroom displays everything from furniture and chandeliers to paintings, sculptures and china and is the best place to browse for both classic and contemporary art. We offer a high level of expertise and decades of experience in the safe international shipping of delicate items.
Reviewed By ParviZMZ
Pintér gallery is filled with unique and mesmerizing paintings, sculptures, and installations mostly from Hungarian artists, and the first time I’ve visited, I fell in love with space. It’s like an underground maze with an amazing atmosphere. Friendly staff and a great location next to the Parliament. Highly recommend if you’re into art and exploring a unique spot in Budapest.
3. Hungarian Parliament Building
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41,454 reviews
The domed neo-Gothic structre was inspired by the British House of Parliament and serves as both a vibrant government center and a proud city landmark on the banks of the Danube.
Reviewed By shooshana - Los Angeles, United States
This is the third largest Parliament building in the world, Budapest is an amazing city with great people, I recommend the Hop on and Hop off tour bus, make sure you purchase the boat ride included, I’m in awe❤️
4. Danube Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 229 reviews
The Danube Palace was built between 1883 and 1885, in a splendid Neo-Baroque style according to the plans of Vilmos Freund. At that time it was known as the casino of Lipotvaros - but not in the term of gambling, but an aristocratic club for entertainment. From its built till the Second World War the Palace served as a place of culture, supported many young artists, and even Bartok, Kodaly, Dvorak played in its first-class concert hall. Since 1951 the building was carrying out the cultural programs of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.Nowadays the beautiful halls and rooms of the Danube Palace are hosting cultural, social and gala events like weddings and Folklore performances.
Reviewed By Deb04101 - Portland, United States
This is a small theatre that regularly presents concerts of traditional Hungarian folk music and dance. I was concerned that it might turn out to be a schmaltzy tourist event, but both dancers and musicians were top-notch, and I could hardly sit still in my seat. The violinist in particular was excellent. If you'd like to see some of the roots of Hungary's contribution to world music, this high-energy performance will definitely entertain you.
5. Pesti Vigado
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Pesti Vigado This is a more than 150 years old amazing building full of history. It is where Budapest was born in 1873. Where emperor Franz Joseph’s coronation banquette was held in 1867, and where highly-acclaimed concerts took place by outstanding musicians including Franz Liszt, Johannes Brahms and Claude Debussy. Today, Pesti Vigado is housing interesting contemporary exhibitions and it has an unparalleled panoramic view from its roof terrace over the heart of the city along the river Danube.
Reviewed By Ogi0 - Sofia, Bulgaria
Very beautiful historic building of more than 150 years. Here was the banquet for the coronation of Emperor Franz Joseph, and now is a concert hall. The evening it is very well lit.
6. Gresham Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 570 reviews
Reviewed By tk3232 - Sugar Land, United States
Overlooking Szechenyi ter, Gresham Palace once held the offices of a life-insurance company; today it houses of Budapest's top hotels - Four seasons. To this day it is the most beautiful and one of the largest buildings in Budapest. Even if you're not a guest, ogle its glorious facade and stroll thought its luxurious lobby (lobby open 24 hours daily). Be sure to get a good look at the Gresham Palace's fine facade - consider circling around the park and looking back. Be careful when you cross the street - there is no pedestrian demarcation! Damaged in World War II, the building was an eyesore for decades. Reportedly, an aging local actress refused to move out, so developers had to wait for her to, ahem, vacate before they could reclaim the building. In 1999, the Gresham Palace was meticulously restored to its former glory. Saunter into the lobby and absorb the gorgeous details. For example, not only did they have to re-crate the unique decorative tiles - they had to rebuild the original machines that made the tiles. Our preliminary plans included visiting Kollazs Cafe, which is located in the hotel lobby - but looking at the menu and prices, we decided to skip this pleasure. The cafe looks respectable and the prices are there $$$$.
7. Postatakarek Bank
8. Belvarosi Nagyboldogasszony Foplebaniatemplom
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 123 reviews
History of the Inner-City Parish Church Budapest The foundations of the church lie partly on the remains of a Roman building. A military fortification, Contra Aquincum, used to stand on what is now Március 15 Square with the commander’s room stretching beneath today’s church. Archaeological excavations between 2014 and 2016 revealed the remains of a stone building with many separate rooms and brick flooring, part of which could be heated. The fort commander’s room was actively used until the middle of the 4th century. The ditch in the centre of the room was part of the hypocaust. In the 11th and 12th centuries the stones of the Roman fort were reused to build a Romanesque church, whose original foundation walls are still visible today in the crypt. The church was then converted in the 12th century. A wall of the church erected at that time is preserved in the northern tower and is the largest extant Romanesque wall in Budapest.
Reviewed By S5471CZgaryh - Budapest, Hungary
Throughout its history, its purpose, under the guidence of the Fraciscan Order, foundered by St Francis of Assisi,this holy place of praise and worship, has endured numerous "trials and tribulations" It stands still in the 21st century, bringing to its community and the wider world that visit this beautiful and historic City of Budapest, and Country of Hungary, in its message to those that enter its doors, the true meaning of peace, tranquility, hope and love.In the word Catholic, we acknowledge within its meaning "all embracing" which is a world for which I pray, and trust others who visit this holy place, join me in just not the historical significence of this place, its message, but feel embraced moved and enriched, motivated to-wards making continuous in our daily lives acts of deeds that make our world universal and all embracing.
9. Thonet House
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By stinkwink - Sydney, Australia
Towards the end of the 19th century Ödön Lechner architect, the father of the Hungarian Secession, the Art Nouveau, designed and built the 4-story Thonet house. Ödön Lechner used Zsolnay porcelain, his favorite decorative element, to ornate the house. The porcelain tiles are adorned by pyrogranite. On the second floor of the shopping center, there is a long narrow balcony for decorative purposes only, with a lovely wrought-iron balcony grille. On the top of the ornate facade in between columns are two statues a woman and a man. It was nearly dark when I walked on Váci street and noticed this house only by accident. At home, when I checked my photos, I looked up for some info about this house. It is a pity that at that time of the day, it was already too dark to enjoy this building. Since I already knew the name of the architect from his other works, it wasn't a question that I have to go back in the daytime to enjoy this other masterpiece of Ödön Lechner.
10. Eotvos Lorand University
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By 840gabrielh - Bellaire, United States
Eotvos Lorand University, abbreviated to ELTE in Hungarian acquired its current name and structure in 1950. Loránd Eötvös (in Hungarian, family names are listed first) was an internationally recognized physicist. ELTE descends from the original Cardinal Péter Pázmány University, started in 1650 in the Hungarian town of Nagyszombat (since 1920, the Slovakian town named Trnava). Around 1777, the university was transferred to Buda, and later to Pest (1784), where it became the Royal Hungarian University during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa. The University houses eight schools distributed on two campuses, on both sides of the Danube. Eighteen hundred faculty members teach on average 28,000 students from all around the world. In addition to Eotvos Lorand, other famous alumni include Fülöp Lénárd, 1905 Nobel Prize for Physics; Albert Szent-Györgyi, 1937 Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine; György Hevesy, 1943 Nobel Prize for Chemistry; György Békésy, 1961 Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine and, János Harsányi, 1994 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences.
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