The Fisherman’s Bastion is one of the handful of Budapest attractions that can be visited all day, and are open any time, including days of Christmas or New Year in Budapest. The Fisherman’s Bastion terraces and lookout towers are also open every day even on national holidays / religious holidays.
Fisherman’s Bastion Opening Hours
Monday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Tuesday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Wednesday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Thursday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Friday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Saturday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Sunday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
In other words, the terraces and balconies of Fisherman’s Bastion as a Budapest attraction – the lookout terrace – are open nonstop, all year round, from January to December. The opening hours of the attraction include every single day of the year, regardless of weather conditions, Hungarian public holidays, or other special days in Budapest, Hungary.
In rainy or snowy weather you can hide under the arcades.
Fisherman’s Bastion Opening Hours – Upper Towers and Terraces with the Best Views
Opening Hours of the Upper Towers of the Fisherman’s Bastion
Tickets for the upper towers of the Fisherman’s Bastion are required to be purchased for the following periods / dates:
from 9 am to 7 pm (Jan 2 to May 31)
from 9 am to 9 pm (Jun 1 to Sep 30)
from 9 am to 7 pm (Oct 1 to Dec 23)
Outside the above hours visiting the Fisherman’s Bastion (lower and upper towers and terraces) is free. This means that visiting Fisherman’s Bastion between Dec 24th and Jan 1st is free of charge.
Please note that many of the museums are closed on Mondays in Budapest, Hungary. This means that the museums in the building of the Buda Castle Budapest are also closed, namely the Hungarian National Gallery and the Budapest History Museum.
Opening Hours on Special Holidays
January 1, New Year’s Day: Open all day
March 15, National Holiday: Open all day
Easter (Good Fri – Easter Mon): Open all day
Pentecost / Whit Mon & Sun: Open all day
August 20, St Stephen’s Day: Open all day
Oct 23 National Holiday: Open all day
Nov 1, All Saints: Open all day
Dec 24, Dec 25, Dec 26 Christmas Holiday: Open all day
Dec 31 New Year’s Eve: Open all day
Updated information on Fisherman’s Bastion: Dec 6, 2024
Please can I book a table for 2 in your cafe at 14.30 tomorrow 11th October? Many thanks Helen
Hello Helen,
Thank you for contacting us about your planned Fisherman’s Bastion visit.
We have emailed you wish further details.
What are the nearby attractions or landmarks that visitors can explore when they visit Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest?
Dear Visitor,
Thank you for your comment.
Fisherman’s Bastion is located in the heart of the castle discrict, therefore a lot of attractions are within a short walking distance.
Our personal favorite one is St Michael Chapel: under the ramparts of the Fisherman’s Bastion there is a hidden chapel dating back to the middle ages, where you can watch a 3D film show of the major events of the Hungarian history.
Enjoy your stay in Budapest!
Dear, I will be coming with 3 friends and we might have dinner at your restaurant; is this possible ? so yes, please let me know how, thanks, Michel
Hello Michel, we have contacted you via email. Enjoy your stay in Budapest!
This place is beautiful. I wish I could view it in person. I live in the United States
Dear Patricia,
Hope you will visit Hungary at some point in the future.
Hallo,
We are 5 Persons and we want to have a dribk at the Bastio Café about 11-12 o‘Clock. Should i do reservation for a Table with view??
Dear Nour,
thank you for your inquiry.
Usually morning hours are less busy in the restaurant, so no reservation is needed for 11 am. It is mostly the evening hours for dinner time that get busy in the Fisherman’s Bastion restaurant. Have a great time in Budapest!
Hello!
Are small dogs allowed in the Bastion? We’ll be visiting Budapest in December.
Thank you
Hello Dona,
yes, dogs are allowed on a lead and with a muzzle, which is the general dog policy in Budapest in public places.
Hi,
We would like to take wedding photos on 13 August. Are there any restrictions on this?
Thank you.
Hello Hajni,
regarding photo permits, please contact the Buda Castle Municipality at ugyfelszolgalat [at] budavar [dot] hu
Hi is this open on 1/1/16 as well?
Hello Michelle, yes, the Fisherman’s Bastion is always open, on Jan 1 New Year’s Day too.
Hi,
I am going to propose to my girlfriend. Can i book a decorated table with a nice view?
Best Regards
Irfan
Hello Irfan, for proposals please send and inquiry to the restaurant, which rents some parts of the Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest: http://www.halaszbastya.eu/
Another popular way to celebrate weddings is to rent a private boat, or take a dinner cruise, cruising up and down the river Danube in the city along the UNESCO World Heritage sights: http://budapestrivercruise.com/
What is the price tickets for a group of 108 people?
Hello Andrea, the 2015 prices for entering the Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest are on this page (adult, student, senior tickets enlisted): https://fishermansbastion.com/fishermans-bastion-prices
Hi. How accessible are theses places for people with a wheelchair/scooter?
are the bastions accessible on the 24 dec, christmas day or the 26 Dec?
Hello Karen, yes, Fisherman’s Bastion is open during the Christmas holidays including Dec 24, 25, 26 too. One of the few attractions in Budapest that is always open.
Is the cafe open for dinner and can I book a table with a view?
Hello Mike, yes, the cafe on Fisherman’s Bastion is open for dinner. Booking a table with a view will be soon available. Table reservations are confirmed in 24 hours in the booking form, and guests need to provide the contact details (name, email, phone number, group size and date of dinner in the Fisherman’s Bastion Cafe, plus any additional information like food allergies or dietary restrictions)