Nightlife

Casinos in Budapest

If you prefer to gamble, rather than dance the night away, Budapest has over a dozen casinos, most of which are sited in the luxury hotels along the Dunakorzo. Formal dress is often a prerequisite for entry (as is a sizeable wallet). All accept hard currency only (usually US dollars, sterling or Euro).

Budapest Hilton Casino
In the building of the Hotel Hilton int he heart of the Castle district next to Matthias Church.
Open: 7pm-2am daily, Free Entry, Red metro line to MOSZKVA ter  then Várbusz
Slots plus Blackjack, Caribbean Stud Poker, English Roulette, French Roulette, Red Dog and Video Poker

Las Vegas Casino
Open 2pm-5am daily, Free Entry, Metro: M1 to Vorosmarty ter int he building of the Hyatt Regency Hotel

Tropicana Casino
Open 2pm-5pm daily, Free Entry for Hilton guests, reduced entry for Budapest Card holders, Metro: M1 to Vorosmarty ter  .Popular casino just off Váci utca which is easily recognizable thanks to a bright neon entrance . And, even if you don't plan on gambling away a fortune, the Tropicana can provide a few hours entertainment without emptying your wallet. Slots plus American Roulette, Black Jack, Caribbean Draw Poker/Stud Poker and Punto Banco.

Varkert Casino

Open: 2pm-5am daily, Free Entry, Tram 19, Bus 86/116, 
The nicest of Budapest's casinos, the building was designed by Miklós Ybl - the architect responsible for the city's State Opera House. Slots plus American Roulette, Black Jack, Craps, Punto Banco and Stud Poker.