Discover for free
- With the Budapest Card, you can use public transport within the city free of charge
- Enjoy free access to one of Budapest's oldest and most impressive thermal baths, the Szent Lukács Thermal Bath
- Take in the beautiful panorama during a free cruise on the Danube
- You can take a free ride on the Zugliget Chairlift, one of Budapest's most famous attractions, which offers a unique view of Buda and Pest
- Between May and October, you can take a ride aboard the transport heritage trams running along the Danube
- 30+ free museums and attractions await you: for example, you can visit the permanent exhibitions of the Museum of Fine Arts and the Hungarian National Gallery, or the Hungarian National Museum for free
Discover with a discount
- Visit several Budapest thermal baths at a discount
- Don't miss out on iconic landmarks such as St. Stephen's Basilica, the Dohány Street Synagogue, or the historic Zoo, home to more than 8,000 animals
- Choose from more than 30 discounted activities and services: you can take advantage of discounts between 10% and 25% with your city card
How to use your Budapest Card?

Buy your card
Purchase online or at more than 300 locations
across Budapest

Pick it up at a designated point
If you bought it online, exchange your voucher for a physical card at the airport or in the city
centre

Show it upon entry
Present your card when buying tickets or entering venues to enjoy discounts. During travel,
simply show your card during ticket inspection
Frequently Asked Questions
How it works?
If you already have it
Public transport in Budapest