Fisherman’s Bastion Prices

The entrance fees of the Fisherman’s Bastion Budapest are flexible, depending on which part of the Fisherman’s Bastion (Halaszbastya) you wish to visit. What is more, on certain days and hours it is completely free of charge to visit the towers and terraces of Fisherman’s Bastion.

Budapest Fishermans Bastion Entrance

Budapest Fisherman’s Bastion – Robert Muller Photography

Many of its balconies and 7 towers – stretching 140 meters – are free to enter, while the upper towers or turrets have a small entrance fee, which serves to maintain the historic building, one of the most romantic attractions in Budapest.

The easiest way to get to the free parts of the Fisherman’s Bastion is from the Matthias Church. Just walk to the balconies of the Halaszbastya to enjoy a superb view. Needless to say, you are more than welcome to contribute to the maintenance of this fine monument.

The lower parts of the Fisherman’s Bastion are always open, and so are the upper towers.

Please see the current prices of tickets to the Fisherman’s Bastion in Budapest.

Prices of the Fisherman’s Bastion

Balcony on the Fishermans Bastion

Balcony on the Fisherman’s Bastion – Pooteeweet Photography

In 2024 the prices of the Fisherman’s Bastion  were set by the Buda Castle municipality (Budavar.hu) as follows:

( the prices are in HUF, which is short for Hungarian Forint, the currency used in Hungary)

Tickets (Adults): HUF 1200 (approx. 3.4 Euro)
Discount Tickets (Students & children under 14): HUF 600 (approx. 1.7 Euro)
Children under 6: Free Entry
Pensioners (from EU member states): HUF 600

Discount with Budapest Card: currently there is no discount from the adult price.
Group Discount: due to the nominal fee charged, there is no group discount for visitors to the Fisherman’s Bastion as the prices are set so low that they are almost negligible.
Guides with a Group of 5+: Free Entry for the Tour guide
(Guide needs to have a photo ID proving that he / she is a tourist guide)

Free Entry to all parts of the Fisherman’s Bastion

  • Free entry in the mornings before 9.00 am
  • Free entry in the evenings after 9 pm (between Jun 1 and Sep 30), and in the evenings after 7 pm (between Oct 1 and May 31)
  • Free entry on Mar 15 national holiday
  • Free entry on August 20 the national holiday (don’t miss the Fireworks in Budapest)
  • Free entry on Oct 23 national holiday
  • Free entry between Dec 24 and Jan 2 all day
  • Christmas days (Budapest Christmas), National Holidays

If you do not wish to go up to the very top of the Fisherman’s Bastion, you can enter the attraction free of charge.

Ticket Vending Machine at Fisherman’s Bastion

There are 2 Ticket vending machines located nearby the Fisherman’s Bastion with several available ticket types.

The machine also provides guests with tourist information in English, German and Russian.

Payment at the Ticket Vending Machine:

Tickets can be paid in cash (HUF or EUR) or by debit / credit cards.

Ticket to St Michael Chapel in Fisherman’s Bastion

Entry to the St Michael’s Chapel is not included in the Bastion entry. Currently, there is no exhibition in the Chapel.

Budapest Cards occasionally offer a 10% discount. There is no discount currently for the Fisherman’s Bastion Budapest.

Opening Hours of the Upper Towers of the Fisherman’s Bastion

Tickets for the upper towers of the Fisherman’s Bastion are sold

  • from 9 am to 9 pm (from Jun 1 to Sep 30th)
  • from 9 am to 7pm
  • outside these hours visiting the upper towers is free of charge. You simply turn the turnstile gates leading up to the turrets and enjoy the views of Budapest
View from Fishermans Bastion at Night

View from Fisherman’s Bastion – Luca Martino Photography

Last updated Jan, 2024

62 thoughts on “Fisherman’s Bastion Prices

  1. Elizabeth

    Hello I tried to visit at 1910 on 25 June. Your web site says “free after 7 pm” and “web site updated Jin 2023”. The two clerks refused to let me and the other 6 tourist pass even though we mentioned the web site. It was very disappointing.

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      1. Louchmee aclan

        Hello,me and my husband will come to visit fisherman’s bastion on march 1,do i need to buy tickets to go inside and to the upper part.thank you.

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        1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

          Hello Louchmee,
          Thank you for contacting us.
          There is an entry free from 9 am to 7pm. We recommend you arrive in the morning so that you enjoy free entry to the upper terracces. Otherwise you might buy entries for upon arrival at the vending machine.
          Please let me know if I can be of further assistance.
          Have a nice time in Budapest!

    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Dear Elizabeth,
      Thank you for contacting us.
      Please accept our apologies, there was a recent change and now the entry fee has to be paid until 9pm.
      We have updated our website to make sure that guests are informed correctly.
      Enjoy the rest of your stay in Budapest!

      Reply
    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Dear Javier,
      unfortunately, no discount is offered to unemployed visitors or guests with disabilities.
      Enjoy your holiday in Budapest!

      Reply
    2. Christelle

      if i want to visit it in the morning and again later in the afternoon, especially the upper part. do i need to buy a ticket again or can i use rhe ticket for the day?

      Reply
  2. Luca

    Good morning, yesterday 19/03/2022 I forgot a black backpack on the terrace overlooking the Danube, in case you could find it you could kindly contact me at this address: luca….0@gmail.com
    I was distracted by the beautiful panorama

    Reply
    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello Luca,
      we recommend going back and asking the places nearby if they have found it.
      I hope you will find it.

      Reply
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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello Derick, There are many couples who get married in Budapest at or on the Fisherman’s Bastion, or right on the river Danube on a boat cruise on a privately rented cruise ship (http://budapestrivercruise.com/) or a riverside hotel (like some of the five star luxury hotels) in the Hungarian capital just to enjoy the fascinating and romantic view over the river Danube and the Paris like 19th century architecture, the magnificent Parliament and Buda Castle.

      Normally we suggest contacting a local wedding organiser to aid you with the local arrangements. Of course, they will work for commission as that pays their job, but it takes off the hassle and extra stress of having to organise a venue and other wedding elements from a foreign country, far away from the actual venue.
      Please run a web search for trustworthy and well reviewed Budapest wedding companies to find your ideal agency and to have a peace of mind for a beautiful wedding ceremony in the city of Budapest.

      In short, yes, Fisherman’s Bastion is always an option. Even if the restaurant is closed, you are welcome to take photos on the scene before / after the wedding too.

      Reply
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  7. Agnes Horrig

    Best wishes to Budapest,

    I want to visit Budapest with some ladies in October, 18th to 22nd. I only find the opening Hours up to 14th of October. I hope we can visit Fischerman’s Bastion.

    Best regards

    Agnes

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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Dear Agnes,
      the Fisherman’s Bastion is open 24/7 all year round.
      Entry is free of charge after Oct 15.

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        1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

          Hello Lea, yes, you can visit the upper teraccess for free before 9am or after 7pm every day.

  8. Peggy

    Dear Sirs,

    Greetings from GEG Travel from the Netherlands, I have a group of 44 Pax going to visit you on the 19th August. I will need to pre-book the ticket for this group, you may refer to the following details:
    Reference: 004399-NL-HUQ
    Date: 19th August 2019
    ETA: 11:30AM
    Tickets: 42 Adults+ 01 Child(10 yrs)+01 Tour Leader

    Could you please offer the group price and advice the payment method, you may send it to: peggy@gegeurope.com

    Awaiting for your reply

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  9. Jane Chen

    Dear,

    It is well know that Fisherman’s Bastion is one of the most important attraction of Budapest.

    It appreciate that if you can answer my inquiry.

    Our group is 32 persons in total,and we plan to visit on 31st Oct.

    1、It is possible to offer us a group package or free of charge of our team leader?

    2、Are there any guide tour? How long does the guide tour take?

    3、Should we make a reservation in advance,or how can we make a reservation?

    4、How can we buy the ticket? By bank transfer in advance or buy ticket on the gate?

    5、Are there any auto guide to borrow,which language it use?

    Thank you!

    Have a nice day!

    Look forward to your reply.

    Regards,

    Jane Chen(MS)

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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello Jane, thank you for contacting us for a group offer. We have sent you a customised private tour offer via email, with answers to all of your questions (length of tour, prices, etc.) please let me know if we can be of any further help (if the offer has not arrived, please check if it may have ended up in the spam box).
      In late October it is free of charge to visit the Fisherman’s Bastion / Halaszbastya, it can’t be cheaper than that, hope your group will be happy to hear it.
      Have a lovely time in Budapest, enjoy the views from the Fisherman’s Bastion!

      Reply
    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Dear Marcia,
      it absolutely depends on you, from a few minutes to hours – if you wish to admire the beautiful panorama longer. Also, there is a hidden chapel, St Michael’s Chapel near the stairs leading up to the Fisherman’s Bastion (under the ramparts and terraces) where you can watch a 3D film show of the Hungarian history, approx. 30 minutes. It is very popular among tourists who wish to see the historical background of Hungary (also free with a Budapest Card: http://budapestcards.com/)

      Many people spend about 30 minutes or so on the balcony, watch the 3d film, visit the Matthias Church right next to the bastion, or sits down for a rest on the stairs or in the cafe (there is one inside a turret of the Fisherman’s Bastion and another one next to it, a Starbucks at the ground floor of the Hotel Hilton). You can spend there 15 minutes if you are in a rush, or sit and enjoy for 2 hours with drinks, film, photo shoots, people watching etc.

      Reply
    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello Naroa,
      yes, the Fisherman’s Bastion is open all year around.
      Entry is free of charge between October 15 and March 10.

      Reply
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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Dear Alan,
      to visit the upper parts of Fisherman’s Bastion, the prices are the following:
      Tickets (Adults): HUF 800 (approx. 2.7 Euro)
      Discount Tickets (Students, children): HUF 400 (approx. 1.4 Euro)
      Children under 6: Free Entry
      Pensioners (from EU member states): HUF 400

      I am afraid that it is not possible to rent an area in the Fisherman’s Bastion.

      Reply
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  13. Adonis Villanueva

    I love the Fishermen’s Bastion. I love Budapest in general. I would make my way to the Buda district almost daily when I stayed there. Really cool spot.

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  14. Marta Segurado

    Hi, i would like to know if students from other country can have discounts as well!
    Hope to get an answer soon.
    Thank you.

    Reply
    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hi Marta,
      no, unfortunately foreign student cards are not accepted. Thank you for your kind understanding.

      Reply
  15. Sun

    Hello,

    what age is children who charge is 400huf ?
    if I get student discount, do I have international student card?

    Reply
    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello Sun,
      the ticket of HUF 400 can be bought for children under 14 years old, or students with Hungarian student card.

      Reply
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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello Larissa, parking up in the Castle District in Budapest is not only expensive, but it is also very limited. We suggest parking the bus on the roads under the Fisherman’s Bastion if you can get a place (it is very popular for buses). You can find the parking map for the Buda Castle area and locate the parking area under Fisherman’s Bastion (Halaszbastya) for further details (hourly parking fees range from €3 to €6 per hour for buses, which is the treble of regular car fees)

      https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1H0Szqqf6cRtujBMmLmb2DlpYwHM&usp=sharing

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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello May, tickets are available on the spot currently. Unfortunately no tickets to the Fisherman’s Bastion can be bought online yet. Have a wonderful time in Budapest and enjoy the views.

      Reply
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  21. Antoinette Lopez

    Can I purchase tickets for Fishermans Bastion online and if so which website?
    Thanking you

    Antoinette

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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Dear Antoinette, the tickets for visiting the Bastion are only sold on the spot, not online. The ticket office is right opposite the Matthias Church, atop the Buda Castle hill, near the Fisherman’s Bastion.

      Reply
    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello Evangelia, yes, the entry is free of charge until mid March, 2015. So you can walk up to the upper terraces and take a great view of the city of Budapest free!

      Reply

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