fisherman's bastion architecture

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Fisherman’s Bastion is a stunning architectural marvel in Buda Castle District Budapest. Built in the late 19th century, it offers a fairytale-like setting with …

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May 19, 2025
Great views and easy to incorporate as part of a walk-about. Won’t knock your socks off but worth a look and to get the story of the name.Full review by Bradley H
May 15, 2025
In the fisherman bastion, next to the big stairs there is a little shop - absolutely worth a visit ! It's a medieval type chapel - and in the basement and area the kids can play dress up. A great sto…Full review by Dorottya T
May 15, 2025
Excellent area to spend a whole day. Tour the whole castle area on your own, have lunch, walk down to the chain bridge or take the funicular. No guides needed. Easy to walk across the chain bridge to…Full review by ColombianDream

Facts

Architectural style:Romanesque Revival
Construction completed:1902
Construction started:1895
Architect:Frigyes Schulek

Questions & answers

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How long should be allowed for visiting Fisherman’s Bastion?
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30min tops once you're there
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Is there a rooftop bar?
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Somewhat yes. Its a private restaurant right at the edge on top of the tower
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What's the ideal visiting hours for Fisherman's Bastion? Hope to enjoy sunrise or sunset
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I was there late morning, and it was pretty crowded. It's probably best to get there as soon as they open.
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Do you have to prebook a table for a meal here? If so please could you tell me how to prebook? Thank you :)
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No need to preebok. Enjoy your meal.
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Can we go in private car ? Is there any toll or parking fee ? How much is the entry fee?
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Hello, There is a parking fee always from Monday to Friday from 8 till 08 hours.But this is only a guideline - it depends on place. To the castle its better to go with pulic transport - you …
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Hello, There is a parking fee always from Monday to Friday from 8 till 08 hours.But this is only a guideline - it depends on place. To the castle its better to go with pulic transport - you have to leave the car far from the Halászbástya.The ticket for bus costs only 1,10 Euro.And the parking can be 3,50 Euro per hour.
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Can I pay by card for the entrance tickets to the Fisherman’s Bastion?
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Yes, it is possible to pay by card (all major cards are accepted, except AmEx). Cash payment is not possible at the Cashier, not even...
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