Things to see in Budapest
![Budapest Opera House: an emblem of central European music Budapest Opera House: an emblem of central European music](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/opera-budapest.jpg)
Budapest Opera House: an emblem of central European music
Budapest Opera, or the National Opera of Hungary, is one of Budapest’s most famous buildings. Admiring its architecture, and the possibility of attending a live opera are two ideas that you should keep in mind if you visit Budapest.
![Memento Park, dedicated to Communist Hungary Memento Park, dedicated to Communist Hungary](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/memento-park.jpg)
Memento Park, dedicated to Communist Hungary
One of the most interesting parks when visiting Budapest is Memento Park or Memorial Park (Szoborpark in Hungarian). This green area of the city is an open-air history museum, with statues and other monuments from Hungary’s Communist era. It provides a historical overview of the country.
![Budapest’s Central Market Budapest’s Central Market](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/mercado-central-budapest-.jpg)
Budapest’s Central Market
Budapest’s Central Market is an icon of the Hungarian capital that attracts locals and foreigners alike. Be sure to visit this impressive building full of life inside!
![Heroes’ Square, Budapest: a monument to Hungary’s national pride Heroes’ Square, Budapest: a monument to Hungary’s national pride](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/plaza-heroes.jpg)
Heroes’ Square, Budapest: a monument to Hungary’s national pride
One of Budapest’s most symbolic spots is Heroes’ Square. This esplanade with its monuments is a tribute to the founders of Hungary, and a memorial to the country’s historic figures. Come and admire it!
![The historic Matthias Church in Budapest The historic Matthias Church in Budapest](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/iglesia-san-matias.jpg)
The historic Matthias Church in Budapest
Built in the 12th century in the early Gothic style, this Catholic church was a mosque for 150 years and houses major works of art.
![Travel to Budapest with friends and enjoy spas, beer, ruin bars and the Danube. Travel to Budapest with friends and enjoy spas, beer, ruin bars and the Danube.](https://www.barcelo.com/guia-turismo/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/puente-1-1.jpg)
Travel to Budapest with friends and enjoy spas, beer, ruin bars and the Danube.
Visiting Budapest with friends is a great idea. It’s a city that is both interesting and fun, with tours and experiences that can be enjoyed as a group, from spas and nightlife to discovering its rich heritage.