Budapest
Pearl of the Danube. Thermal baths, ruin bars, and architecture.
About Budapest
Budapest combines two cities - Buda's hills and Pest's grand boulevards - divided by the majestic Danube. Soak in thermal baths, explore ruin bars, cruise the river, and enjoy affordable luxury in one of Europe's most beautiful capitals.
What to See & Do
Parliament Building
Thermal baths
Buda Castle
Ruin bars
Danube cruises
Great Market Hall
Where to Stay
Four Seasons Gresham Palace
luxuryArt Nouveau palace on Danube
Aria Hotel Budapest
boutiqueMusic-themed luxury boutique
Brody House
boutiqueArtistic guesthouse in Jewish Quarter
Activities & Experiences
Thermal Bath Experience
Széchenyi or Gellért thermal baths
Parliament Tour
Gothic Revival masterpiece
Danube Cruise
Evening cruise with dinner
Ruin Bar Crawl
Visit unique ruin pubs
Where to Eat
Onyx
Hungarian Fine Dining
Michelin-starred modern Hungarian
Great Market Hall
Market
Traditional foods and ingredients
For Sale Pub
Hungarian
Locals' favorite traditional restaurant
Sample Itineraries
Budapest Highlights
Buda Hills
- Buda Castle
- Fisherman's Bastion
- Matthias Church
- Danube views
Pest City
- Parliament tour
- St. Stephen's Basilica
- Andrássy Avenue
- Ruin bars at night
Thermal & Culture
- Széchenyi Baths
- Heroes' Square
- Great Market Hall
- Danube cruise
Jewish Quarter & Departure
- Dohány Street Synagogue
- Shopping
- Final thermal bath
- Departure
Quick Facts
Region
Europe
Best Time to Visit
May-Sep
When to Go
May-September for warmth and long days.
Avoid: December-February is cold but beautiful with Christmas markets.
Getting There
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD) is 30 min from center. Public bus, taxi, or ride-share to city.
Local Tips
- Buy Budapest Card for transport and attractions
- Try goulash and chimney cake
- Ruin bars in Jewish Quarter are unique
- Affordable compared to Western Europe
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