BUDAPEST'S UNMISSABLE SUNSET AWAITS, EXPERIENCE IT FROM THE CITADEL

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BUDAPEST'S UNMISSABLE SUNSET AWAITS, EXPERIENCE IT FROM THE CITADEL

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LIBERTYCAFÉ

Traditional Hungarian desserts, premium drinks and a stunning view from Gellért Hill.

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CitadellaGIFTSHOP

Exclusive souvenirs and in-house designed collections that reflect Hungarian quality and tradition.

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LIBERTYGIFTSHOP

Premium gifts and unique collections that reflect the best of Hungarian culture and the Budapest lifestyle.

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CitadellaCAFÉ

All-day brunch, premium sparkling wines and artisan sandwiches with the most beautiful panorama of the city.

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CHIMNEY CAKE

Traditional chimney cake, artisan gelato and sweet experiences with the unmatched panorama of Gellért Hill.

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Liberty Café

Traditional Hungarian desserts, premium drinks and a stunning view from Gellért Hill.

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Citadella Gift Shop

Exclusive souvenirs and in-house designed collections that reflect Hungarian quality and tradition.

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Liberty Gift Shop

Premium gifts and unique collections that reflect the best of Hungarian culture and the Budapest lifestyle.

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Citadella Café

All-day brunch, premium sparkling wines and artisan sandwiches with the most beautiful panorama of the city.

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Chimney Cake

Traditional chimney cake, artisan gelato and sweet experiences with the unmatched panorama of Gellért Hill.

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A Must-See Destination in Budapest: The Citadella Reimagined

There’s Always Something Happening at the Citadel

The Citadel regularly hosts a diverse selection of cultural, culinary, and community events in one of Budapest’s most iconic locations. With its breathtaking panoramic views, the venue transforms into a vibrant gathering place where unforgettable experiences come to life. Live performances by talented musicians and singers, lively dance events, and unique silent disco nights create an exceptional atmosphere. Food lovers can enjoy a variety of gastronomic events and tastings, while families are equally welcome, with exciting activities and entertainment designed especially for children.

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FLAVOURS ABOVE THE CITY

Unwind at the Citadella and Liberty cafés, where artisan sandwiches, signature desserts and fine drinks await. Don’t miss the chimney cake stand, where this classic Hungarian sweet is available in multiple flavours and filled variations.

COME AND TASTE IT!

UNMATCHED PANORAMA

Discover the city from a truly unique perspective. From the renewed terraces, Budapest unfolds before you in all its grandeur.

ENJOY THE VIEW!

MEMORIES THAT LAST

Take home a piece of the Budapest lifestyle. In our gift shops, instead of mass-produced souvenirs, you’ll find products from premium Hungarian makers and uniquely designed items.

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BASTION OF FREEDOM

Step into the past in a state-of-the-art historical experience space. The exhibition presents the defining moments of Hungarian freedom struggles in an interactive way for all generations.

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Step Back in Time in the Fortress with the Finest Views of Budapest.

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GASTRONOMY
ABOVE THE CITY

Following the renovation of the Citadella, a new chapter begins in the story of one of Budapest’s most iconic tourist destinations. The renewed Citadella is one of the city’s most distinctive meeting places, where historic surroundings, breathtaking panoramic views and quality gastronomy come together to create a truly unique experience.

Our cafés welcome visitors throughout the day with a diverse selection of food and drinks, whether they are stopping by for a light breakfast, an afternoon coffee or a cocktail at sunset.

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A Pawsome Christmas at the Citadella – Festive Adventures on Two Legs and Four Paws

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Millennium fever: when City Park became the centre of the world

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Steindl’s stone lace on the banks of the Danube: the birth of the Hungarian Parliament Building

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A will spanning the Danube: Széchenyi, the two Clarks and the monumental struggle to build the Chain Bridge

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Chimney Cake Weekend at the Citadella – Three Days of Flavours, Music and Panoramic Views

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When the City Dresses in Gold: Why Is the Budapest Sunset Most Beautiful from the Citadella?

From fortress
to community space

The peak of Gellért Hill has undergone a remarkable transformation: in place of the former military fortress, a vibrant cultural hub has been created. As part of the reconstruction, within the walls of the former western cannon tower, the Bastion of Freedom has opened—an impressive, 1,700-square-metre historical experience space that brings defining moments of the past to life through interactive storytelling.

With its immersive visual world and modern technology, the exhibition presents the Hungarian struggles for freedom, as well as the stories of heroes and sacrifices, revealing the hidden layers within these historic walls. More than a traditional exhibition, it offers an emotional and engaging journey that helps visitors understand the true depth of our nation’s desire for freedom and identity.

The renewed Liberty Statue stands above the city in a dignified setting, surrounded by newly landscaped green spaces and modern promenades. The meeting of historic walls and contemporary architecture, together with carefully maintained greenery, makes the Citadella one of Budapest’s most exciting new destinations, where respect for the past and modern relaxation go hand in hand.

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BUDAPEST'S UNMISSABLE SUNSET AWAITS, EXPERIENCE IT FROM THE CITADEL

LIBERTYCAFÉ

Traditional Hungarian desserts, premium drinks and a stunning view from Gellért Hill.

CitadellaGIFTSHOP

Exclusive souvenirs and in-house designed collections that reflect Hungarian quality and tradition.

LIBERTYGIFTSHOP

Premium gifts and unique collections that reflect the best of Hungarian culture and the Budapest lifestyle.

CitadellaCAFÉ

All-day brunch, premium sparkling wines and artisan sandwiches with the most beautiful panorama of the city.

CHIMNEY CAKE

Traditional chimney cake, artisan gelato and sweet experiences with the unmatched panorama of Gellért Hill.

Liberty Café

Citadella Gift Shop

Liberty Gift Shop

Citadella Café

Chimney Cake

A Must-See Destination in Budapest: The Citadella Reimagined

FLAVOURS ABOVE THE CITY

UNMATCHED PANORAMA

MEMORIES THAT LAST

BASTION OF FREEDOM

GUIDED PANORAMA
TOUR

GASTRONOMY
ABOVE THE CITY

Citadella blog

A Pawsome Christmas at the Citadella – Festive Adventures on Two Legs and Four Paws

Millennium fever: when City Park became the centre of the world

Steindl’s stone lace on the banks of the Danube: the birth of the Hungarian Parliament Building

A will spanning the Danube: Széchenyi, the two Clarks and the monumental struggle to build the Chain Bridge

Chimney Cake Weekend at the Citadella – Three Days of Flavours, Music and Panoramic Views

When the City Dresses in Gold: Why Is the Budapest Sunset Most Beautiful from the Citadella?

From fortress
to community space

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BUDAPEST'S UNMISSABLE SUNSET AWAITS, EXPERIENCE IT FROM THE CITADEL

LIBERTYCAFÉ

Traditional Hungarian desserts, premium drinks and a stunning view from Gellért Hill.

CitadellaGIFTSHOP

Exclusive souvenirs and in-house designed collections that reflect Hungarian quality and tradition.

LIBERTYGIFTSHOP

Premium gifts and unique collections that reflect the best of Hungarian culture and the Budapest lifestyle.

CitadellaCAFÉ

All-day brunch, premium sparkling wines and artisan sandwiches with the most beautiful panorama of the city.

CHIMNEY CAKE

Traditional chimney cake, artisan gelato and sweet experiences with the unmatched panorama of Gellért Hill.

Liberty Café

Citadella Gift Shop

Liberty Gift Shop

Citadella Café

Chimney Cake

A Must-See Destination in Budapest: The Citadella Reimagined

FLAVOURS ABOVE THE CITY

UNMATCHED PANORAMA

MEMORIES THAT LAST

BASTION OF FREEDOM

GUIDED PANORAMATOUR

GASTRONOMY ABOVE THE CITY

Citadella blog

A Pawsome Christmas at the Citadella – Festive Adventures on Two Legs and Four Paws

Millennium fever: when City Park became the centre of the world

Steindl’s stone lace on the banks of the Danube: the birth of the Hungarian Parliament Building

A will spanning the Danube: Széchenyi, the two Clarks and the monumental struggle to build the Chain Bridge

Chimney Cake Weekend at the Citadella – Three Days of Flavours, Music and Panoramic Views

When the City Dresses in Gold: Why Is the Budapest Sunset Most Beautiful from the Citadella?

From fortress to community space

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GUIDED PANORAMA
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GASTRONOMY
ABOVE THE CITY

From fortress
to community space