Fisherman’s Bastion Budapest Opening Hours

The Fisherman’s Bastion is one of the handful of Budapest attractions that can be visited all day, and are open any time, including days of Christmas or New Year in Budapest. The Fisherman’s Bastion terraces and lookout towers are also open every day even on national holidays / religious holidays.

Fisherman's Bastion Budapest Opening Hours

Fisherman’s Bastion Budapest Opening Hours – Luigi Montebello Photography

In other words, the terraces and balconies of Fisherman’s Bastion as a Budapest attraction – the lookout terrace – are open nonstop, all year round, from January to December. The opening hours of the attraction include every single day of the year, regardless of weather conditions, Hungarian public holidays, or other special days in Budapest, Hungary.

In rainy or snowy weather you can hide under the arcades.

Fisherman’s Bastion Opening Hours

Lookout Towers Fishermans Bastion Buda Castle Hill

Fishermans Bastion Buda Castle Hill  – Curious Expeditions Photography

Monday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Tuesday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Wednesday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Thursday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Friday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Saturday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)
Sunday: 00:00-00:00 (all day)

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 7 pm (Jan 2 to May 31)
from 9 am to 9 pm (Jun 1 to Sep 30)
from 9 am to 7 pm Oct 1 to Dec 32)

Outside these hours visiting the Fisherman’s Bastion (lower and upper towers and terraces) is free
Visiting Fisherman’s Bastion between Dec 23rd and Jan 2nd is free of charge all day long

Please note that many of the museums are closed on Mondays in Budapest, Hungary. This means that the museums in the building of the Buda Castle Budapest are also closed, namely the Hungarian National Gallery and the Budapest History Museum.

Updated information on Fisherman’s Bastion: Jan 15, 2024

23 thoughts on “Fisherman’s Bastion Budapest Opening Hours

    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Dear Visitor,
      Thank you for your comment.
      Fisherman’s Bastion is located in the heart of the castle discrict, therefore a lot of attractions are within a short walking distance.
      Our personal favorite one is St Michael Chapel: under the ramparts of the Fisherman’s Bastion there is a hidden chapel dating back to the middle ages, where you can watch a 3D film show of the major events of the Hungarian history.
      Enjoy your stay in Budapest!

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  1. michel

    Dear, I will be coming with 3 friends and we might have dinner at your restaurant; is this possible ? so yes, please let me know how, thanks, Michel

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  2. Nour

    Hallo,
    We are 5 Persons and we want to have a dribk at the Bastio Café about 11-12 o‘Clock. Should i do reservation for a Table with view??

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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Dear Nour,
      thank you for your inquiry.
      Usually morning hours are less busy in the restaurant, so no reservation is needed for 11 am. It is mostly the evening hours for dinner time that get busy in the Fisherman’s Bastion restaurant. Have a great time in Budapest!

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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello Dona,
      yes, dogs are allowed on a lead and with a muzzle, which is the general dog policy in Budapest in public places.

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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello Hajni,
      regarding photo permits, please contact the Buda Castle Municipality at ugyfelszolgalat [at] budavar [dot] hu

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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello Karen, yes, Fisherman’s Bastion is open during the Christmas holidays including Dec 24, 25, 26 too. One of the few attractions in Budapest that is always open.

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    1. Fisherman's Bastion Post author

      Hello Mike, yes, the cafe on Fisherman’s Bastion is open for dinner. Booking a table with a view will be soon available. Table reservations are confirmed in 24 hours in the booking form, and guests need to provide the contact details (name, email, phone number, group size and date of dinner in the Fisherman’s Bastion Cafe, plus any additional information like food allergies or dietary restrictions)

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