Széll Kálmán tér
Plaza Budapest public square and major transport interchange
Major transport square on Budapest’s Buda side, a nexus of M2 metro lines, trams and buses; used by visitors transferring to Castle Hill, thermal baths and riverside routes.
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Széll Kálmán tér is a major public square and transport interchange in the Buda district of Budapest, Hungary, named after the 19th-century statesman Széll Kálmán.
The square serves as one of Buda s principal transit nodes, with connections for trams, buses and the Budapest Metro; it links residential districts with the city centre and suburban lines. The square was known as Moszkva tér during much of the 20th century and was officially renamed Széll Kálmán tér in 2011.
Located on the western side of the Danube in Budapest, the square sits within the urban fabric of the city and is adjacent to commercial and civic buildings and major surface transport routes.
- Name and transport hub: Renamed from Moszkva tér in 2011; it functions as a major transport interchange on the Buda side of Budapest and is served by trams, buses and the M2 metro.
How to Get to Széll Kálmán tér #
Széll Kálmán tér is a major transport interchange in Buda; it is served directly by Budapest Metro Line M2, several tram lines and many buses. The square is also a hub for regional buses heading into the surrounding hills.
For most visitors, the easiest access is the M2 metro from the city center-just one or two stops from city attractions on the Pest side.
Tips for Visiting Széll Kálmán tér #
- Use the M2 metro to arrive quickly-buy a Budapest travel card if planning multiple journeys.
- Look for the old name plaques-many locals still call it Moszkva tér, and small memorials around the square reflect its contested identities.
- Avoid the busiest clock-hour commuter surges if carrying luggage; the square is a major transfer hub.
Best Time to Visit Széll Kálmán tér #
Széll Kálmán tér is a transport hub in Buda-most visits are functional encounters, though the square's character is most evident in off-peak hours.
Weather & Climate near Széll Kálmán tér #
Széll Kálmán tér's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (535 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 62 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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