Landmarks

Budapest St. Stephen’s Basilica Tickets

Interior view of St. Stephen's Basilica in Budapest, featuring ornate columns and a detailed altar.

St. Stephen's Basilica interior with statue and ornate chandeliers.

Intricate design on the dome of St. Stephen's Basilica, Budapest.

Reliquary of St. Stephen's hand inside St. Stephen's Basilica, Budapest.

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09:00am - 05:45pm

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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4.4/5

(257)

Mohammad

Jan 2026

Verified booking

Basilica itself is truly amazing. However, ticketing process is really bad. Even though booked online we still have to queue up to validated the ticket . We only found out when we just about to enter and we were sent outside otherwise of the place quite far to redeem online booking to get some paper tickets. Not good !

Fulvia

Jan 2026

Verified booking

Excellent organization for ticket pickup. Not very easy to find the pickup office because the Christmas stalls hid the location. However, despite the kilometer-long line, the pickup was very fast as we skipped the line and the tickets were already printed.

Jan 2026

Verified booking

It is a beautiful church with long queues to get in so the online booking is an excellent way to skip the queue. The only problem is that it is not altogether clear that the tickets can collected at the Exit door of the Ticket office as the signage is somewhat obscured by the people queuing

Get skip-the-line entry to St. Stephen Basilica, featuring Hungary’s largest church bell, ornate mosaics, and the Holy Right Hand relic.

Save time by bypassing ticket queues and explore the interiors and chapels at your own pace.

Upgrade options include a guided tour for deeper insights, access to the tower dome for panoramic views, and entry to the treasury.

Did you know? It took over 50 years, 3 architects, and the collapse and complete rebuilding of the dome to construct the basilica.

Skip-the-line/escorted access to St. Stephen’s Basilica (as per option selected)

All-in-one ticket for panoramic views

Expert English-speaking guide (as per option selected)

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Mr
Jan 2026
Verified booking
It is a beautiful church with long queues to get in so the online booking is an excellent way to skip the queue. The only problem is that it is not altogether clear that the tickets can collected at the Exit door of the Ticket office as the signage is somewhat obscured by the people queuing
Muhammad
Jan 2026
Verified booking
St. Stephen Basilica is one of the beautiful constructed building and definitely worth the visit. Location is strategic and easy to find. The view from the rooftop is amazing. The inside is beautiful especially the dome.
Mohammad
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Basilica itself is truly amazing. However, ticketing process is really bad. Even though booked online we still have to queue up to validated the ticket . We only found out when we just about to enter and we were sent outside otherwise of the place quite far to redeem online booking to get some paper tickets. Not good !
Fulvia
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Excellent organization for ticket pickup. Not very easy to find the pickup office because the Christmas stalls hid the location. However, despite the kilometer-long line, the pickup was very fast as we skipped the line and the tickets were already printed.
Mihael
Jan 2026
Verified booking
The ticket is a bit pricy given the fact that the ticket for the treasury is bought separately. The interior of the church is vast and beutiful with a lot of paintings and statues. The right hand of st Stephen is worth seing.

Discover Budapest’s iconic church

Located in the heart of the Pest side of the River Danube, St. Stephen’s Basilica is Budapest’s largest Roman Catholic church and place of worship. Soak in the grandeur of its interiors and neoclassical architecture, and explore the treasury and the awe-inspiring dome. Marvel at the church’s most revered religious artifact – the mummified right hand of King St. Stephen I, Hungary’s first king, who introduced Christianity to the kingdom in the 11th century. After getting your fill of the church, use the elevator or climb the 300+ stairs to the Panoramic Terrace. The scenic vistas of the city are worth the effort!

Enhance your experience

Elevate your visit by opting for escorted entry with a guided tour, which will help you avoid wasting time in long ticket queues. Once your guide helps you gain direct and seamless entry to the church, they will show you around. A comprehensive tour with an expert guide will give you deep insights into the history of this 18th-century landmark, enriching your visit.

St Stephen's Basilica

Monday	09:00am - 05:45pm	last entry 05:00pm
Tuesday	09:00am - 05:45pm	last entry 05:00pm
Wednesday	09:00am - 05:45pm	last entry 05:00pm
Thursday	09:00am - 05:45pm	last entry 05:00pm
Friday	09:00am - 05:45pm	last entry 05:00pm
Saturday	09:00am - 05:45pm	last entry 05:00pm
Sunday	01:00pm - 05:45pm	last entry 05:00pm

What's not allowed

Since this is a place of worship, appropriate attire is recommended. Avoid wearing sleeveless tops, short skirts, or shorts.

Additional information

The church may stay closed for short durations (30 minutes to 1 hour) on Saturdays when it hosts wedding ceremonies.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket redemption Point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.