Budapest

Pearl of the Danube. Thermal baths, ruin bars, and architecture.

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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

luxury

Art Nouveau palace on Danube

Aria Hotel Budapest

boutique

Music-themed luxury boutique

Brody House

boutique

Artistic guesthouse in Jewish Quarter

Activities & Experiences

Thermal Bath Experience

Széchenyi or Gellért thermal baths

Duration: 3 hours

Parliament Tour

Gothic Revival masterpiece

Duration: 1 hour

Danube Cruise

Evening cruise with dinner

Duration: 2 hours

Ruin Bar Crawl

Visit unique ruin pubs

Duration: 3 hours

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

4 days
Culture & Nightlife Lovers
4 days
1

Buda Hills

  • Buda Castle
  • Fisherman's Bastion
  • Matthias Church
  • Danube views
2

Pest City

  • Parliament tour
  • St. Stephen's Basilica
  • Andrássy Avenue
  • Ruin bars at night
3

Thermal & Culture

  • Széchenyi Baths
  • Heroes' Square
  • Great Market Hall
  • Danube cruise
4

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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