Castle & Fortress
Bishops Castle and Episcopal Palace
📍 Bishops Castle and Episcopal Palace, Visegrád, Hungary
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Quick Facts
- Location
- Hungary, Győr
- Category
- Castle & Fortress
- Duration
- 1-2 hours
- Ticket Price
- Buy tickets; price for reference.
- Address
- Bishops Castle and Episcopal Palace, Visegrád, Hungary
- Coordinates
- 47.7833, 18.9667
Introduction
Bishops Castle and Episcopal Palace is Visegrád's magnificent medieval castle complex. On a hill above the Danube Bend, it features preserved medieval walls, panoramic Danube Bend views and Hungarian medieval royal history — a popular Budapest day-trip. Upper Castle (Bishops) and Lower Castle (Solomon Tower). Panoramic Danube Bend views from the hilltop. Built in 13th century; Anjou and Renaissance royal seat. On the Danube Bend — Hungary's most scenic Danube stretch.
✨ Highlights
01
Danube Bend
Panoramic views of Hungary's most scenic Danube stretch.
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Medieval
Well-preserved medieval castle complex.
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Royal history
Anjou and Renaissance royal seat.
04
Day trip
Most popular Budapest day trip.
🛈 Practical Info
→Hilltop:Hilltop Danube Bend views are a must.
→Combine:Pair with Esztergom, Szentendre and Budapest.
→Access:About 1 hour from Budapest; drive or bus.
→Season:Apr-Oct best.
→Ticket Information:Buy tickets; price for reference.
→Transportation:By car / bus (about 1 hour from Budapest)
💡 Tips
• Buy tickets; hilltop Danube Bend views are a must.
• About 1 hour from Budapest.
• Pair with Esztergom and Szentendre.
• Information is on-site.
FAQ
How much is the admission for Bishops Castle and Episcopal Palace?
Buy tickets; price for reference.
Any practical tips for visiting Bishops Castle and Episcopal Palace?
Buy tickets; hilltop Danube Bend views are a must. About 1 hour from Budapest.
How long should I spend at Bishops Castle and Episcopal Palace?
A typical visit takes 1-2 hours.
Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.