Obuda

Budapest

Aquincum which includes heritage architecture and a ruin
Aquincum
Aquincum featuring building ruins
Aquincum which includes heritage architecture
Aquincum showing heritage architecture
Roman ruins, religious treasures and majestic museums trace the history of the city in a charming Old Buda area with its own island.

Óbuda is the third city that merged with Buda and Pest to form today’s city. The name is Hungarian for Old Buda. Here you can expect to see a great range of historic buildings lining quaint courtyards and alleys. Explore the myriad museums and galleries to piece together the ancient history of the district.

Among the highlights in the area is the Aquincum Museum and Ruin Garden, which pays homage to the Roman city that once existed on this very spot. Walk around this open-air museum to see the old theaters that belong to the ancient world. The Roman Civilian Amphitheater still has the cubicles where lions were kept and the Gate of Death through which dead gladiators were moved. Study the vestiges of the nearby Roman Military Amphitheatre, which was far larger and still has preserved walls.

Continuing this Roman theme is the ancient spa complex of the Thermae Maiores Baths Museum. Explore some of its nearly 50 rooms and imagine the Roman soldiers resting in the cold and hot pools here almost 2,000 years ago. As for more modern times, get a sense of religious history by visiting the 19th-century Óbuda Synagogue and the 18th-century Óbuda Parish Church.

Other highlights in the area include the Hungarian Museum of Trade & Tourism, the Kassák Museum and the Victor Vasarely Museum. For something different on a sunny day, relax in the leafy parks of Hajógyári Island in the River Danube.

The neighborhood comprises the District III area in the northern part of Budapest. From the city center, ride a train north to the Aquincum stop and get around by bus or on foot. Make sure to visit the city’s other districts, including Gellért Hill, Ferencváros and Castle Hill.

Óbuda harkens back to the Roman days and provides a look at religious culture.


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Obuda Hotel Deals

Verdi Budapest Aquincum

Verdi Budapest Aquincum

4 out of 5
Árpád fejedelem útja 94, Budapest
$95 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$104 total
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7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"If your going to the Sziget festival this is the closest hotel"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

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IntercityHotel Budapest

IntercityHotel Budapest

4 out of 5
Baross Ter 7-8, Budapest
$74 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$80 total
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Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (798 reviews)
"Very convenient location and clean plus eco-friendly facilities inside the hotel. I wish they had drinking cold water supply for guests."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

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The Amberlyn Suite Hotel

The Amberlyn Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
4 Rökk Szilárd u., Budapest
$100 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (239 reviews)
"Great value and space for the price. Neighborhood is fine but a bit of a hike from major attractions."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

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H2 Hotel Budapest

H2 Hotel Budapest

3 out of 5
Sas u.24., Budapest
$115 nightly
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,658 reviews)
"Nice place to stay in Budapest"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

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Corinthia Budapest

Corinthia Budapest

5 out of 5
Erzsebet krt 43-49, Budapest
$181 nightly
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"Great place"

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Park Plaza Budapest

Park Plaza Budapest

4 out of 5
Bem Rakpart 16-19, Budapest
$111 nightly
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
"Great hotel convenient for transport network- castle view room quiet and stunning view - really friendly staff - great breakfast Quirky room decor may not be to everyone’s tastes"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

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Other neighborhoods around Obuda

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Ujlipotvaros

4.5/5(45 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like WestEnd City Center while getting to know Ujlipotvaros, and be sure to check out the relaxing spas. You can hop aboard the metro at Dozsa Gyorgy Street Station or Dévai utca Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Ujlipotvaros
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Víziváros

If you're spending time in Víziváros, check out sights like Fő Utca or Fisherman's Bastion and hop on the metro to see more the city at Batthyany Place Station or Halász utca Tram Stop.

Víziváros
Hungarian State Opera House showing a statue or sculpture

Terezvaros

4.5/5(266 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Andrássy Út while getting to know Terezvaros, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Vorosmarty Street Station or Kodaly Circus Station to see more of the area.

Terezvaros
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Castle Hill

4.5/5(156 area reviews)

Travelers love Castle Hill for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Halász utca Tram Stop or Batthyany Place Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church.

Castle Hill
Hungarian State Opera House showing a statue or sculpture

District VI

If you're spending time in District VI, check out sights like House of Terror Museum or Andrássy Út and hop on the metro to see more the city at Vorosmarty Street Station or Oktogon M Tram Stop.

District VI
Lipotvaros which includes a monument and a statue or sculpture

Lipotvaros

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Lipotvaros. Check out top attractions like Danube Palace and Szechenyi Istvan Square, and jump on the metro at Széchenyi István tér Tram Stop or Kossuth Lajos ter Station to see more of the city.

Lipotvaros


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