Andrássy Avenue
Andrássy Avenue, or Andrássy út in Hungarian, is a boulevard that has been around since 1872 and is located in Budapest, Hungary. It is a connection between Erzsébet Square and the Városliget. It was designated a World Heritage Site in 2002 due to the fact that it is lined by magnificent Neo-Renaissance mansions and townhouses that feature both fine exterior façade and interiors. It is also known as one of the most important shopping streets in Budapest and is lined with high-end boutiques, cafes, restaurants, theaters, and embassies. The State Opera House, the former Ballet School (which has been closed for several years while it undergoes reconstruction), the Zoltán Kodály Memorial Museum and Archives, the Hungarian University of Fine Arts, and the Ferenc Hopp Museum of East Asian Arts are some of the most prominent buildings in the area.
There are four Hop On Hop Off bus stop on the Andrássy Avenue, you can check them out on our map:
- the 6th stop is at Andrássy Avenue 3
- the 7th stop is right in front of the Hungarian State Opera House
- the 8th stop is on the corner of Liszt Ferenc square
- and the 9th stop is next to Heroes Square
FAQ
Andrássy Avenue was designated a World Heritage site in 2002 because it is a masterpiece of 19th-century urban planning. It connects the city center to City Park (Városliget) and showcases a seamless blend of Neo-Renaissance palaces, cultural landmarks like the Opera House, and the pioneering M1 Metro line.
The section of the avenue between Deák Ferenc tér and the Opera House is Budapest’s "Champs-Élysées." It is the hub for high-end international brands including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Burberry, and Rolex. Most boutiques are open Monday–Saturday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
The M1 Millennium Underground Railway runs directly beneath Andrássy Avenue. Opened in 1896, it was the first underground railway in mainland Europe. Today, it remains a charming, "time-capsule" experience with small yellow carriages and tiled stations that feel like a museum.
Yes! Following its massive restoration, the Hungarian State Opera offers guided tours daily (usually at 1:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 4:30 PM). It is highly recommended to book tickets online to see the Royal Box and the frescoed ceilings by Károly Lotz.
Located at Andrássy út 60, the House of Terror Museum is one of Budapest's most visited and trending historical sites. It serves as a memorial to the victims of both the Nazi and Communist regimes that occupied Hungary. Pro tip: Look for the "TERROR" shadow cast on the facade by the building's overhang.
The avenue is approximately 2.4 kilometers (1.5 miles) long. A steady walk from Erzsébet Square to Heroes' Square takes about 30–45 minutes. Many visitors prefer to walk one way to admire the villas and take the M1 Metro back.
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