Set at the highest point of Gellért Hill, the Citadella Café combines sweeping views over Budapest, a thoughtfully curated drinks menu and mouthwatering all-day brunch. From a morning coffee to an evening glass of sparkling wine, time spent on the terrace becomes part of the experience itself. At weekends, the Citadella Café awaits visitors with extended opening hours until 9pm.
Within the historic walls of the fortress, the Liberty Café offers desserts inspired by Hungary’s confectionery tradition, carefully prepared coffees, and light snacks. Its distinctive atmosphere provides the perfect complement to exploring the exhibitions and discovering the Citadella.
For those with a sweet tooth, freshly baked chimney cakes and artisan ice creams provide an indulgent interlude. Alongside classic favourites, the range includes imaginative flavour combinations, ensuring there is a tempting treat for every taste. At weekends, the chimney cake kiosk is also open until 9pm.
The Citadella Gift Shop and the Liberty Gift Shop present a curated range of objects and souvenirs, selected with an emphasis on quality and design. Exclusive in-house collections, pieces inspired by Hungarian history and culture, and handcrafted items from local workshops come together in a considered selection of gifts and gastronomic specialities to pay a fitting tribute to a visit to Budapest.
Whether for a quiet coffee, a glass of sparkling wine, a moment of enjoying a sweet treat, or a unique gift, the Citadella’s cafés and shops are the cherry on the cake for a perfect day out at a stunning location.
