Sights
Fisherman’s Bastion is a stunning architectural marvel in Budapest Castle District. Built in the late 19th century, it offers a fairytale-like setting with panoramic views over the Danube and the Hungarian Parliament building, making it one of Budapest’s most iconic landmarks and best photography spots.
Explore Matthias Church with its magnificent interior, visit Buda Castle for a dive into Hungarian history, or stroll along the meandering streets and forest paths of the Castle Hill. Ready for adventure? Visit the underground Castle Caves!
Take memorable photos on the Fisherman’s Bastion, enjoy the historical charm. Visit early morning or late night for a serene ambiance.
Nearest Hotel:
Hilton Castle Hotel Budapest
Opening hours
365 days a year: Open all year round. From Oct 1 – May 31 Tickets are needed from 9 am to 7pm. In the summer season, Jun 1 – Sep 30, tickets are needed from 9 am to 9 pm
- Mon: 9 am – 9 pm with Tickets (9 pm – 9 am Free)
- Tue: 9 am – 9 pm with Tickets (9 pm – 9 am Free)
- Wed: 9 am – 9 pm with Tickets (9 pm – 9 am Free)
- Thu: 9 am – 9 pm with Tickets (9 pm – 9 am Free)
- Fri: 9 am – 9 pm with Tickets (9 pm – 9 am Free)
- Sat: 9 am – 9 pm with Tickets (9 pm – 9 am Free)
- Sun: 9 am – 9 pm with Tickets (9 pm – 9 am Free)
The views from the Fisherman’s Bastion well deserve their own special tower atop the Buda Castle Hill, as not only the Buda Castle building but also the Budapest River Cruise views plus the Danube riverfront sights are part of the UNESCO World Heritage as a sweeping complex unison.
This unique feature makes the Fisherman’s Bastion one of the most visited places in Budapest. Visiting the terraces & towers of Fisherman’s Bastion is also part of several tours on the hilltop medieval town of Buda Castle: Buda Castle Guided Tour with Matthias Church. the Value walking Tour in Buda Castle or the Buda Castle & Parliament tours. To appreciate the full range of river sights along the river Danube, many tourists take a Danube river cruise in Budapest.
Tickets
Tickets on spot (Card only): HUF 1200
Students with ID: 50% Discount
Children 7- 14: 50% Discount
Pensioners (EU): 50%
Free Pass for:
- Children 0 – 6 years old
- Guides with 6+ visitors
- Disabled with ID & Carer
- Teacher with 10+ Kids
Cashier opening hours:
9 am – 5 pm.
TOURS
Audio Guide: HUF 1200 (approx. 3.4 Euro)
Students with ID: 50% Discount
Children 7- 14: 50% Discount
Pensioners (EU): 50% Discount
Tours: Self Guided & Guided
Quick Facts – Fisherman’s Bastion
Built from 1895 to 1902 by Frigyes Schulek
Looks like the logo of Walt Disney films, only nicer and older as it was purposefully built for the panorama
Open all year round, day and night, holidays too
Entrance: fee required to visit the top turrets & upper terraces (used towards maintenance)
7 turrets represent the 7 Hungarian tribes in confederation who set up their Magyar home in present day Hungary in 895
Cafe on the terrace of Fisherman’s Bastion
Chapel inside the Fisherman’s Bastion
“Protected by the guild of the fishermen” during the Middle Ages, hence the name (according to legend, no proof)
Lower part accessible, upper turrets not (no lift)
Nearest bus stop is 3 minutes on foot on Szentharomsag Ter bus stop
Most popular Castle Tours including or nearby Fisherman’s Bastion Budapest:
Buda Castle Cave Tours: There are over a dozen of excellent tours, some of which support Heritage preservation.
- Learn about the Buda Castle Cave System
- Explore Underground History from Ancient times
- Live guided Tour in small group
- Price from approx. €12
- Interactive Tour
- Walk-friendly route with easy navigation
- Climbing stairs needed (sometimes 2 -3 floors)
- Tour route does not include Fisherman’s Bastion
- Duration of Tour 40 min or 90 min
- Narrated by a professional geologist guide
- Supports the Danube National Park in Hungary
- Guided Essential Tour of Buda Castle with Entry
- Learn about the Buda Castle Royal Palace
- Visit the Castle inside (St Stephen’s Hall)
- Live guided Tour in small group
- Price from approx. €14
- Interactive Tour with Entry included
- Walk-friendly route with easy navigation
- See the stunning splendour of Austria-Hungary
- Tour route does not include Fisherman’s Bastion
- Duration of Tour of 90 min
- Narrated by a professional Guide
- Supports the Buda Castle Heritage Preservation
- Buda Castle Caves WW2 & Siege Tour
- Learn about the WW2 history of Buda Castle
- Get the chilly side of Budapest Siege in WW2
- Live guided Tour in small group
- Price from approx. €14
- Interactive Tour
- Walk-friendly route with easy navigation
- Climbing stairs needed (sometimes 2 -3 floors)
- Tour route does not include Fisherman’s Bastion
- Duration of Tour of approx. 90 min
- Narrated by a professional Guide
- Supports the Buda Castle Heritage Preservation
- Buda Castle & Parliament Tour – Bus & Walk
- Visit Buda Castle District sights (outside)
- Fisherman’s Bastion visit (terraces)
- Matthias Church (outside)
- Hungarian Parliament (visit inside)
- Guided Tour inside Parliament building
- Live guided Tour in small group
- Bus & Walking Tour combined
- Price from approx. €54
- Walk-friendly route with easy navigation
- Duration of Tour of 4 hours (approx. 40 min Castle, 140 min City & 60 min Parliament)
- Professional Guide
- Matthias Church & Buda Castle Tour with Coffee
- Visit Fisherman’s Bastion (Terraces)
- Visit Matthias Church (Inside visit)
- Learn about the history of Buda Castle District
- Live guided Tour in small group
- Price from approx. €40 – 45
- Interactive Tour
- Walk-friendly route with easy navigation
- Coffee Break with Coffee included
- Tour of approx. 3h (with Coffee Break)
- Narrated by a professional Historian Guide
