Budapest · Parliament and the Danube bank

Kossuth Lajos tér

Name: Kossuth Lajos tér
Address: Budapest
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The big square in front of the Parliament, with the national flag, statues of Kossuth and Rákóczi and the entrance to the visitor centre, where tours start.

Kossuth Lajos tér, Budapest · Parliament and the Danube bank

About Kossuth Lajos tér

The big square in front of the Parliament, with the national flag, statues of Kossuth and Rákóczi and the entrance to the visitor centre, where tours start. Skip lingering on a cold day without a tour; the river side of the building is the better view.

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Budapest, Kossuth Lajos tér, 1055 Hungary

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Most visitors spend 1-2 hours here, though you could easily stay longer if you're interested in the details.

Kossuth Lajos tér is in the Parliament and the Danube bank neighborhood of Budapest. The address is Budapest, Kossuth Lajos tér, 1055 Hungary. The area is well-served by metro.

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