Overview
Completed in 1904, this riverside Neo-Gothic giant is Budapest's most iconic building. Stretching 268 m long and 96 m high, it contains 691 rooms decorated with 40 kg of gold. The Hungarian Holy Crown (the Crown of St. Stephen) is displayed beneath the central dome. Inspired by London's Palace of Westminster, it is especially stunning when reflected in the Danube at night. Guided tour about HUF 6,000 (free for EU citizens). Right at Metro M2 Kossuth Lajos tér station.
Travel Tips
Entry is by guided tour only and requires advance booking. EU citizens enter free; for night views, watch from the Buda side of the river.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Budapest, Hungary from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Hungary on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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Attractions near Hungarian Parliament Building
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Matthias Church
A Gothic church beside Buda Castle, famous for its colorful tiled roof.
📍 1.0km away
Fisherman's Bastion
A seven-towered terrace with sweeping views of the Danube and Pest.
📍 1.0km away
Hungarian State Opera House
A lavish Neo-Renaissance opera house on Andrassy Avenue.
📍 1.2km away
Danube River Cruise
A cruise on the Danube for Europe's finest night views of illuminated Budapest.
📍 1.3km away
Buda Castle
A hilltop royal palace overlooking the Danube, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
📍 1.3km away
Andrassy Avenue
A UNESCO-listed 2.5km boulevard, often called Budapest's Champs-Elysees.
📍 1.4km away
Dohany Street Synagogue
Europe's largest synagogue and the second-largest in the world.
📍 1.7km away
Margaret Island
A green island in the Danube, beloved by Budapest locals for strolling and relaxation.
📍 2.3km away
Things to Do in Budapest
Danube Night Cruise
A night cruise on the Danube, viewing the illuminated Parliament, Buda Castle, and Chain Bridge — ranked among Europe's finest urban night scenes. Choose between dinner cruises and basic cruises.
Szechenyi Thermal Bath Experience
Soak in mineral-rich waters above 36°C at Europe's largest public bath complex — a must-do Budapest experience. The outdoor pools during winter snowfall are unforgettable.
Ruin Bar Pub Crawl
Explore Budapest's unique ruin bars — derelict buildings turned into quirky nightlife venues in the Jewish Quarter. Start at Szimpla Kert, then visit Instant, Mazel Tov, and more.