Szentendre Old Town
Neighbourhood · Szentendre, Budapest

Szentendre Old Town

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This neighbourhood sits on the Danube River north of Budapest. It preserves 18th-century merchant homes now used as galleries and small museums. Walk the main square and riverside paths to see the preserved architecture.

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Good to know

Tickets
Free entry to the streets and public areas.
Time needed
Two to three hours.
Best time
Spring or autumn weekdays to avoid weekend crowds.
Getting there
Train from Budapest Nyugati station to Szentendre station.

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Szentendre Old Town questions

How do I get to Szentendre Old Town from Budapest?

Take the suburban train from Nyugati station. The ride takes about 40 minutes.

Is Szentendre Old Town crowded?

Yes on summer weekends. Visit on weekdays for fewer people.

What should I see in Szentendre Old Town?

Focus on the main square, the Danube promenade, and the surrounding galleries.

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