Bona Ventura

Lipótváros (District V) · Budapest

St. Stephen's Basilica

Szent István-bazilika

Place of worshipMust-see

The largest church in Budapest, built 1851-1906 and named after Hungary's first king. His mummified right hand, the Holy Right, is kept inside, and the dome terrace at 96 m gives a 360-degree view.

Address
Szent István tér 1, 1051 Budapest
Hours
Mon-Sat 09:00-17:45; Sun 13:00-17:45; panorama terrace and treasury daily 09:00-19:00 (bazilikabudapest.hu, 2026-09)
Best time to go
Morning, Afternoon · About 1 h
Price
Price not verified
Price level
Ft Ft
Free entry
Also free for: Children under 6; disabled visitors + 1 companion (church interior); pilgrim groups and clergy (with proof)

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Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.

Good to know

  • Climb the 193 steps to the dome terrace or take the lift (Lonely Planet).
  • Ticket sales end at 17:15; on Sundays sales start at 12:30 (official site).
  • There is an English-language Mass on Sundays at 16:00.

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