Overview
Opened in 1849, this suspension bridge was the first permanent crossing between Buda and Pest. Designed by William Tierney Clark and supervised by Adam Clark, it is guarded by two pairs of lion statues. After a major restoration completed in 2023, it gleams anew. The illuminated bridge reflected in the Danube at night is the centerpiece of Budapest's famous nightscape. Free to cross. 5-minute walk from Metro M2 Batthyány tér or M1 Vörösmarty tér.
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Travel Tips
The best night photos are from the Buda riverbank (Clark Adam Square) or a river cruise. Walking across gives views of both sides.
Hotels near Szechenyi Chain Bridge
Hotels and guesthouses in Budapest, Lánchíd, Budapest
Other attractions in Budapest
Buda Castle
A hilltop royal palace overlooking the Danube, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Szechenyi Thermal Bath
Europe's largest public thermal bath, set in a striking yellow Neo-Baroque building.
Hungarian Parliament Building
A majestic Neo-Gothic building on the Danube and the icon of Budapest.
Fisherman's Bastion
A seven-towered terrace with sweeping views of the Danube and Pest.
Szimpla Kert (Ruin Bar)
The original Budapest ruin bar, a quirky bar in a repurposed derelict building.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Hungary's largest church, with a 360-degree panoramic view of Budapest from its dome.
Danube River Cruise
A cruise on the Danube for Europe's finest night views of illuminated Budapest.