Budapest Castle Hill Funicular

Quick Useful Facts

• Open every day (08:00-22:00 -every 10 minutes) except Monday on odd weeks
• Ticket prices: 1400 Ft (Single ticket); 2000 Ft (Return ticket)
• Save your leg when you want to get to the top of Buda Castle Hill
• Nice view from each side of the cabin
• The journey takes about a few minutes
• The best choice on a rainy day or with kids
• Website: https://www.bkv.hu/en/buda_castle_funicular_/

This cable railway system was built on the side of Castle Hill. The purpose was to help connect the towns of Buda and Pest. The funicular is at a 40-degree angle and connects with the Szechenyi chain bridge. Unfortunately, the railway system was destroyed during the World War II bombings. It has been since restored, however. Now tourists can enjoy a fun ride down Castle Hill to the chain bridge. Along the way, you can also enjoy the gorgeous view over the Danube river and the west part of Budapest.