Budapest, Hungary

experience

Széchenyi Thermal Bath

This is a MUST when you’re in Budapest! There are several baths to choose from but the two most popular ones are the Széchenyi bath and the Gellért bath. Keep in mind that there will be a lot of people there.

Budapest, Hungary

destination • experience

Hungarian Parliament Building

You’ll find this iconic building on the Pest side of the city, however, if you want to get a good shot of the whole building your best option is to get to the other side of the river, to the station Batthyány tér.

Budapest, Hungary

shopping

Central Market Hall

The great market hall built in 1897 is without question the most beautiful market hall in Budapest (yes, there are more than 1). If you’re interested in fresh food, shopping and general people watching, this is your place.

Budapest, Hungary

cafe

Cat Cafe

 If you’re a cat lover then make sure you make a visit to the cat café. It’s filled with furry friends who are walking around the coffeedrinkers and you can even cuddle them (if they are in the mood).

Budapest, Hungary

restaurants

Drum Cafe Budapest

Hungary is famous for their Goulash soup, Langos and Wienerschnitzel (yes, you read right – due to their Austrian influence of the Austro-Hungarian era), so these are some must tries when you’re in Budapest. You’ll find these dishes in almost every restaurant.

Budapest, Hungary

destination • experience

Fisherman's Bastion

The beautiful Fisherman’s Bastion is a terrace in neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque style situated on the Buda bank of the Danube, on the Castle hill in Budapest, around Matthias Church. If you only have time to see one thing in Budapest – this is it. The Bastion itself is a work of art and as it’s situated on a hill, the views from it are stunning.

Budapest, Hungary

outdoors

Gellért Hill

The name does it away – it’s a giant hill, 235 m (771 ft) high. And yes – it was like a little piece of hell on earth to walk up the hill during summer time, even if there are stairs to help. BUT the view from the top (and resting places on the way up) are way worth the hassle. On the top of the hill you’ll find a beautiful citadella (castle) and on your way up you can make a pit stop to see the famous Gellért Hill Cave. Pro tip: bring A LOT of water.

Budapest, Hungary

destination

Buda Castle

On the Buda side of Danube you’ll find the Buda Castle, historical castle and palace complex of the Hungarian kings in Budapest. The castle now houses the Hungarian National Gallery and The Budapest History Museum.

Budapest, Hungary

outdoors

Margaret Island

Margaret Island is a 2.5 km (1.6 mile) long island, 500 metres (550 yards) wide, in the middle of the Danube in central Budapest. The island is mostly covered by landscape parks, and is a popular recreational area. You can go for a run or stroll around the island or make your way in to the middle to see the beautiful Japaneese Garden and Medieval buildings. It’s easy to get to the island as the boats that pass it are included in the local transportation system.

Budapest, Hungary

experience

Vajdahunyad Castle

If you’re in to medieval buildings that seem to be taken straight from a horror movie, you will LOVE Vajdahunyad Castle! In front of it you’ll find a bit of a tourist trap (of course) with tiny booths selling candy and souvenirs but give it a chance. Take stroll around the castle and inside, it’s definitely worth it. The best view of the castle is from a distance, on the opposite side of the water in the City Park.