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Fisherman's BastionvsHungarian State Opera House (Magyar Allami Operahaz)
Both are praised by expert writers. On balance, Fisherman's Bastion ranks significantly better than Hungarian State Opera House. Fisherman's Bastion is ranked #2 in Budapest with accolades from 6 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Afar Magazine.
Fisherman's Bastion
Fodor's
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Let's Go
Michelin Guide
U.S. News & World Report
Tarnork Utca 28, Budapest, Hungary
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Fodor's "Medieval fishwives once peddled their wares here, but now you see merchants selling souvenirs and crafts, musicians, and—less visible but always present—pickpockets." Full review
Frommer's "The neo-Romanesque Fisherman's Bastion, behind Matthias Church and the Hilton Hotel, has a spectacular panorama of the river and Pest beyond it." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The bastion is a neo-Gothic masquerade that most visitors (and many Hungarians) believe to be much older. But who cares? It looks medieval and offers among the best views in Budapest." Full review
Afar Magazine "A visit to the enchanting interior of the Matthias Church is a requirement, as well as time to soak up the view from the beautiful Fisherman's Bastion." Full review
Let's Go "The seven towers represent the seven Magyar chiefs who first settled Hungary in 896. The view of Parliament, St. Stephen, and downtown Pest is breathtaking, especially at sunset and at night." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This set of ramparts and turrets (finished in 1906) calls to mind a fairy-tale castle." Full review
U.S. News & World Report1.0
"Located in the historic district of Castle Hill, Fisherman's Bastion is a neo-Gothic terrace that looks like a structure taken straight out of a fairy tale." Full review
Hungarian State Opera House (Magyar Allami Operahaz) Fodor's Frommer's Lonely Planet Michelin Guide Afar Magazine U.S. News & World Report
Andrassy ut 22, Budapest VI, Hungary
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Fodor's "Miklós Ybl's crowning achievement is the neo-Renaissance Opera House... inside, the spectacle begins even before the performance does."
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The best way to experience the Opera House's interior is to see a ballet or opera... tickets are relatively affordable and easy to come by.
Frommer's "One of the most beautiful opera houses in Europe." Full review
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Guided tours given daily at 3pm and 4pm (these can be arranged in English).
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The neo-Renaissance Hungarian State Opera House... is among the city’s most beautiful buildings." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"One of the most prestigious opera houses in Europe." Full review
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The inside is sumptuous
Afar Magazine "Hungary is brimming with art, culture and a touch of decadence. Nowhere is this more apparent than the Hungarian State Opera House on the luxurious Andrássy Way." Full review
U.S. News & World Report14.0
"Featuring a neo-Renaissance style, the opera house holds more than 1,200 seats and has a reputation for its exceptional acoustics. But the building's main draw is its opulent architecture. " Full review
