St. Stephen's Basilica

About St. Stephen's Basilica

Budapest's St. Stephen's Basilica is Hungary's largest and most important Catholic church. Located in the heart of the city, it's a popular tourist destination for visitors to Budapest. The basilica was commissioned in 1853 and took 54 years to build. It's dedicated to Stephen I, the first king of Hungary, who is buried in the church. The basilica is a beautiful example of neo-Gothic architecture and is topped with a tall spire. It's one of the most popular tourist destinations in Budapest, with over 1.5 million visitors each year. The basilica is open to the public from 7:00am to 8:00pm. Admission is free.