Fisherman's Bastion
A whimsical neo-Romanesque terrace of white turrets on Castle Hill, with the finest view over Pest.
Don't miss at Fisherman's Bastion
- ◆ Fairy-tale white turrets
- ◆ Matthias Church
- ◆ Best Pest panorama
Insider tip
The upper terraces charge a small fee; go at sunrise for empty turrets and golden light.
Fisherman's Bastion — visitor questions
What is Fisherman's Bastion known for?
A whimsical neo-Romanesque terrace of white turrets on Castle Hill, with the finest view over Pest. Highlights include: Fairy-tale white turrets; Matthias Church; Best Pest panorama.
Where is Fisherman's Bastion?
Fisherman's Bastion is in Castle Hill, Budapest — Szentháromság tér, 1014 Budapest. More info: https://fishermansbastion.com
Any tips for visiting Fisherman's Bastion?
The upper terraces charge a small fee; go at sunrise for empty turrets and golden light.
Can Chauffyr take me to Fisherman's Bastion?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to Fisherman's Bastion and between every stop on your Budapest itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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