Budapest's central hub where three metro lines meet. Walking distance to the Basilica, Váci utca, and Danube promenade.

About Budapest City Center (Deák Ferenc tér)

Deák Ferenc tér is the transportation and social nexus of Budapest, the square where all three metro lines meet and from where the city\'s major attractions radiate in every direction. The historic center divides into two ancient cities — Buda on the western hills and Pest on the flat eastern plain — joined by the magnificent Chain Bridge across the Danube.

From Deák tér, Pest unfolds with the grand Andrássy Avenue (a UNESCO World Heritage boulevard modeled on the Champs-Élysées), the magnificent Hungarian State Opera House, and the St. Stephen\'s Basilica (climb the dome for panoramic views). The Jewish Quarter, just east of Deák tér, has been reborn as Budapest\'s nightlife epicenter, with \'ruin bars\' (Szimpla Kert being the most famous) occupying abandoned buildings and courtyards with eclectic décor.

Across the Danube, the Buda side offers the hilltop Castle District with Buda Castle (now the Hungarian National Gallery), Fisherman\'s Bastion (offering fairy-tale views of Parliament), and Matthias Church. The thermal bath culture is quintessentially Budapest — Széchenyi Baths (the largest in Europe), Gellért Baths (Art Nouveau splendor), and Rudas Baths (16th-century Ottoman) offer year-round soaking. Budapest consistently ranks among Europe\'s best-value city breaks, with exceptional food, wine, and nightlife at a fraction of Western European prices.

Nearby Landmarks

St. Stephen's Basilica Parliament Szimpla Kert Chain Bridge Széchenyi Baths

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost HUF 7,500-10,000 (~\$20-\$27)
Time 25-40 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost HUF 5,000-8,000 (~\$14-\$22)
Time 25-40 minutes

Outside arrivals, follow Bolt/Uber signs

Step-by-Step Directions

Take Bus 100E from outside arrivals directly to Deák Ferenc tér (city center). Bus runs every 10-20 minutes from 04:00 to 01:30.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi HUF 7,500-10,000 (~\$20-\$27) 25-40 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare HUF 5,000-8,000 (~\$14-\$22) 25-40 minutes Budget-conscious, app users

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

The 100E airport express runs from approximately 5:00 AM to 12:30 AM. After that, night bus 900 connects the airport to Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út (near Deák tér) running every 30-60 minutes through the night. Uber was banned in Hungary but Bolt operates. Taxis from the airport to center cost HUF 7,500-9,000 (about EUR 20-24). Use the official Főtaxi stand at the airport.

Luggage Tips

The 100E bus has standing room but limited dedicated luggage space — it can be tight with large bags during peak times. Taxis are more comfortable with luggage. Deák tér metro station has escalators but the older metro stations can be deep underground. Budapest has luggage lockers at Keleti and Déli train stations. The Jewish Quarter's narrow streets are manageable with rolling luggage.

Accessibility

Budapest Airport is fully wheelchair accessible. The 100E bus has low-floor boarding. Metro lines M2 and M4 are accessible; M1 and M3 have limited accessibility (deep stations, some without elevators). Trams 4 and 6 are accessible. Budapest's city center has improving accessibility — Andrássy út and the Danube promenade are navigable. Many ruin bars are in old buildings with steps. Széchenyi Baths has wheelchair access.