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10 things to do in Budapest
Budapest is an extremely unusual city. Simple authors like to apply the standard cliché “city of contrasts” to almost any town. But take a closer look at Budapest, and you are unlikely to use this word to refer to any other city. This article will tell you where exactly to look.
1. Walk across the four central bridges of Budapest
2. Have breakfast with a rabbit
3. Get a boost of health in the thermal baths
Few people know that Budapest is the only European capital that is a resort. Budapest has earned this uniqueness due to the hundreds of mineral springs flowing underneath it. Many of them supply their healing waters baths, which are visited by hundreds of thousands of tourists and local residents in the fight for health. Of course, to improve your health you need a full course, but it’s definitely worth visiting the baths at least once.
One of the most interesting thermal baths in Hungary, and perhaps the world, is located 100 km from Budapest. Don't miss the opportunity to visit a truly unique place!
4. Climb the dome of St. Stephen's Basilica
Biggest Cathedral Budapest kindly gives you the opportunity to appreciate Budapest from above for more than a modest amount. Yes, there are better viewing platforms on the Buda side, but in flat Pest this is the most worthy option.
5. Study Hungarian national cuisine (and find out that goulash can also be a soup)
Goulash, paprikash, lecho, stuffed peppers, goose liver, dobos cake and esterhazy cake - all these are original Hungarian dishes, without tasting which you have no right to leave Budapest. And you can wash down all this splendor with a glass of the famous Tokaji (or one of many other equally wonderful Hungarian wines).
6. Ride along the oldest metro line on the continent
7. Ride on tram number 2
Tram route number 2 runs through the entire center of Budapest along the Danube (on the Pest side). Which is very useful, because most of The city's attractions are located along the banks of the mighty river (or are clearly visible from the embankment). So you can catch a glimpse of the main attractions of Budapest for only a modest 350 forints (a little more than one euro). Just walk to the embankment and find a stop. During the Christmas holidays, trams on the second route are decorated with garlands and look truly fabulous. By the way, along the opposite, Buda coast, there are similar “coastal” routes No. 19 and No. 41 (though they are much shorter and slightly less picturesque).
Learn more about transport in Budapest, as well as download a metro map and tram routes You can in the article Transport in Budapest.
And here our map comes in handy so that our dear readers don’t have to Google the location of all these interesting things and get lost in the flow of uncertainty.
8. Shop at the market
The Central Market of Budapest is an iconic place and last years is rapidly gaining popularity among guests of the Hungarian capital. It can offer fresh, dried or dried vegetables and fruits, meats prepared according to traditional recipes, cheeses, salami and other locally produced agricultural products. On the second floor of the indoor market there are departments with non-food products (souvenirs and knitwear), as well as 5-7 cafes, where you can either have a snack on standard fast food or try national Hungarian cuisine.
9. Go down to the caves near Budapest
It is more difficult to do this today than, say, a couple of years ago, due to the closure of many companies providing such services. However, it is STILL possible. Don't miss the opportunity to be one of the last to see Budapest's thermal springs in their infancy.
Excursion Underground Budapest
10. Go to a bar (this may be more interesting than you think!)
In Budapest there are TOO many entertainment establishments of a very non-standard genre: ruin pubs, foam parties in baths, ice pubs, strip clubs - in this area the diversity of Budapest is amazing like in no other city! All you have to do is choose what you like. Or just take a walk along Vaci Street (or parallel to it): this is where most of the unusual and extremely original establishments are concentrated.
And if you want to do everything at once in one night and do not want to miss the most interesting things, we strongly recommend that you pay attention to the excursion Night panorama and life of Budapest. If night is your time, then this is your excursion! There is no need to take our word for it - detailed description and reviews see the link: . Communication with a Russian-speaking guide is also available there.
If our presentation seemed insufficiently detailed to you or you want to argue with us, we will be happy to enter into communication with you in the comments under the article :)
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Chip flights
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When searching for cheap air tickets during our travels, we use search engines such as Aviasales and Momondo.
Some rules for finding cheap air tickets can be found in this article.
Cheap housing
Every traveler, of course, wants to optimize their costs and find good hotel(or apartments) in terms of price/quality ratio. Thus, the more options you are offered, the more likely you are to find the best one. Therefore, your search can be greatly facilitated by the Hotellook service, which searches for the best accommodation booking systems.
You don't need to compare prices on different services yourself - Hotellook will do it for you!
Insurance
To obtain a Schengen visa, as is known, the list of required documents includes an insurance policy for those traveling abroad.
When traveling to other countries where a visa is not required, taking out an insurance policy for the safety of you and your family members will also not be amiss, especially if you are traveling with children.
Excursions
The best way to get to know a new city is through guided tours from local residents. To do this, many travelers use services such as Sputnik8.
Budapest is the capital of Hungary, formed in 1873 by the merger of three ancient cities- Buda, Obuda and Pest, located along the banks of the Danube. Buda and Óbuda, located on the western bank of the river, captivate with the atmosphere of ancient streets and an abundance of historical monuments. Pest, which took east coast The Danube delights with the luxurious beauty of its architecture and the scope of its avenues. This is the only metropolitan resort city in Europe with healing thermal springs. When planning to visit this stunning city, it is better to plan your route in advance. Our guide will tell you what to see in Budapest in 5 days on your own, so that your trip will be captured as a vivid event in the photo and in your memory.
The route of the first day will be the longest and longest. It will take approximately 5-6 hours. It is better to combine walking with trips to public transport to periodically relax, enjoying the view of the city from the window of a bus or tram. Therefore, buy your travel tickets in advance. The start of the independent voyage is Erzsébet tér Square, the end point is Széchenyi Square. Let's talk about what you will see along the way.
Erzsebet Square
Erzsebet Square is one of the most beautiful squares in the center with buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries that can compete in beauty with palaces. The square will surprise you with a memorial to Michael Jackson and a fountain with a transparent bottom. Looking into the park with the Ferris wheel towering above it, you will see the Danube fountain with female figures representing the tributaries of the Danube: the Tisu, Drava and Sava rivers, crowned with a statue of Neptune. Then, take bus number 16 and go to Széll Kálmán tér square ( Ending station), where you get on tram number 59 or 61 from the Danube.
Get off at stop 3 Városmajor, focusing on the round building of the Budapest Hotel, where you need to cross tram rails to go to the gear railway. From there, take train number 60 and proceed to the final station Gyermekvasút. This is an ancient road built through the picturesque hills in 1874. After leaving the train, go to the children's railway, from where you will go to the Jánoshegy stop, seeing the Elizabeth Lookout hill.
Elizabeth Observation Tower
Follow the Erzsebet Kilato sign and climb the mountain to the multi-tiered observation tower, which looks like a cake. Each tier, where you climb the spiral staircase, has its own Observation deck. With her highest point, located at an altitude of 527 meters, offers a breathtaking view of the Buda Hills, the green valley and the delightful Parliament, which can be enjoyed for free from 8.00 to 20.00. After descending from the tower, head towards the cable car.
Libego cable car
The cable car stretches for 1040 meters with a height difference of 262 meters. It consists of open suspended cradles moving at a speed of 4 km per hour. To use it, you need to buy a ticket for 1000 HUF. You have to get into and out of the cradle on the go with the help of the staff serving them. The descent occurs smoothly, admiring beautiful views, floating over rooftops, patios and between trees. It takes no more than 15 minutes.
The cable car starts operating at any time of the year from 10.00, in summer until 19.00, in winter until 16.00, in autumn and spring until 17.00. Having gone down, go to the stop of bus No. 291, which you travel five stops, getting off at Budagyöngye, where you change to tram No. 61, heading towards the round Budapest Hotel. Get off at Széll Kálmán, the second stop after the hotel, and head to Buda Castle on foot.
Buda Castle
A narrow medieval street leads to the 14th-century Catholic Church of St. Matthias, built in the pompous late Gothic style. This is a large three-nave temple, part of the Buda Castle complex, with the main entrance facing the Holy Trinity Square. On the northern side of the main façade, the church is bordered by the Tower of King Bel, and on the opposite side is the Fisherman's Bastion. The Church of St. Matthias is distinguished by multiple side chapels with openwork decoration of the facades and an 80-meter bell tower.
To the territory of the fortress, which became a museum under open air, you can enter for free. The wards charge a fee, which should be confirmed on site. View the interior from 9.00 to 17.00, on weekdays, on Saturdays until 13.00, and on Sundays from 13.00 to 17.00.
During the reconstruction of the 19th century, fragments of ancient Roman buildings that were included in Aquincum were discovered on the territory of the fortress. The most significant attraction of the fortress is Buda Castle, which is one of the sites under UNESCO protection. The castle-fortress was built in the 13th century and served as the residence of the Hungarian kings for many years. On Castle Hill, don't miss the Royal Palace.
Royal Palace
The Royal Palace became a decoration of the right bank of the Danube. The building, built at the beginning of the 20th century, appears in the elegance of the Baroque style. It is impossible not to admire the baroque dome, the ornamental gate with the mythical Turul bird, clutching a sword in its claws, which conquered the homeland for the Hungarians. The palace decor is impressive with sculptural compositions and luxurious fountains.
Covered with the legend of the love of King Matthias and the girl Ilonke, the fountain in the courtyard depicting their figures brings happiness to lovers. Today Royal Palace – Cultural Center, including art gallery, national library and a history museum. You can view it from October to March every day, except Mondays, from 10.00 to 18.00, and in the summer until 19.30.
Funicular
From the Royal Palace we go to the site with the Szyklo funicular, built on the initiative of the son of Count Szechenyi in 1870 and reconstructed at the end of the last century. It is open from 7.30 to 22.00. Having bought a ticket for 1200 HUF, get into a 19th-century stylized trailer with three different-level cabins. There are a total of 2 personalized cars on the funicular - Gellert and Margaret.
The funicular covers a distance of 95 meters in 90 seconds, and you find yourself at the bottom station - Adam Clarke Square with the Kilometer Zero monument. There are stairs next to the funicular for those who want to walk this route.
Szechenyi Bridge
Coming out of the funicular we will find ourselves next to the Széchenyi chain suspension bridge, which in 1849 connected Buda with Pest - Adam Clark Square with Roosevelt Square. The bridge was built thanks to the famous politician Count Szechenyi, who put a lot of effort into the construction and Money, and therefore named after him. It is called chain bridge because of the large number of thick chains supporting the bridge deck, which stretches for 375 meters.
Picturesque suspension bridge became the calling card of the city, decorating all of it travel guides. On both sides, the bridge towers are decorated with the coats of arms of Hungary and sculptures of smiling lions. The historical bridge is covered in legends, according to which, if you make a wish, cross it to the other side or sail under it on a boat, your wish will come true. Come to the bridge at dusk, when the bridge is mesmerizingly illuminated by numerous lights on chains and spotlights on bridge supports.
Széchenyi Square
After crossing the bridge, you will come out onto Széchenyi Square, where a luxurious building in the Art Nouveau style - Gresham Palace - will catch your eye. The architecture is amazing, combining fancy towers with spiers, graceful bay windows, columns and arches into one whole. The hand reaches out to capture the facade with floral patterns and numerous sculptures on the pediment and the entrance forged gate with walking peacocks.
Today the palace houses luxurious rooms Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Budapest. On the square, two monuments are of interest - the Hungarian thinker Ferenc Deak in the southern part and the politician Istvan Széchenyi in the northern part.
Day 2
We suggest starting the excursion of the second day in Pest from the Szent István tér square, and ending with a walk through the historical quarter of Lipótváros. We will present the main attractions of the route in the order of visiting them.
St. Stephen's Basilica
On Szent István tér Square, the building of St. Stephen's Basilica, the largest cathedral in the Hungarian capital, will attract attention. Built in the shape of a Latin cross in the neoclassical style, the temple rises 96 meters above the city. You can view it inside on Monday-Friday from 9.00 to 17.00, on Saturday from 9.00 to 13.00, Sunday from 13.00 to 17.00.
It is worth visiting the basilica for at least a few minutes to enjoy the beauty of the interior with elaborate mosaics and marble columns. Here you can go up to the dome, where there is an observation deck, and take in the whole of Pest from a bird's eye view with your eyes and camera lens. You can climb to the site from 10.00 to 16.30 in winter and until 18.30 in summer for 1.7 €. Buildings higher than the temple in the center of the capital are not allowed.
Andrássy Avenue
Andrássy Avenue, nicknamed Budapest's Champs Elysees for its scope and picturesqueness, begins from St. Stephen's Square. It makes an enthusiastic impression with buildings and mansions built by outstanding architects in the guise of a pseudo-historical style. Walking along the avenue, you will enjoy the view of the opera City Park Varosligeto Theater, built in the neo-Renaissance style with Baroque details and 16 statues of famous composers on the facade; the French Renaissance of the Drechsler Palace, which housed the ballet institute.
Turning onto Nagymose Street, considered the local Broadway, you will see a gallery of unusual sculptures and traces of famous Hungarian artists on the asphalt. The street is literally dotted with stylish cafes, theaters and a nice piece of Paris - its Moulin Rouge. From here you can walk to the city park or take the Kodály körönd metro line 1 and after 2 stops, get off at Hősök tere station.
Városliget City Park
Coming out of the metro, you will find yourself on Heroes' Square with two semicircular colonnades dedicated to the heroes of Hungary, where between the columns are sculptures cast in bronze of the rulers of Hungary from the 9th-14th centuries from the Arpad dynasty. The towering column in the center is crowned with the figure of the Archangel Michael. Behind the colonnade, the Városliget City Park begins, representing huge complex with picturesque landscapes, attractions and attractions. Particularly popular among tourists are:
- Vaindahunyand castle complex, built for the 1000th anniversary of Hungary. It combines 21 fragments of Hungarian architectural masterpieces in a variety of styles: Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque. Near the castle-pavilion you will see an interesting monument to the chronicler Anonymous
- Szechenyi Bath - a luxurious building of the 19th century and the largest bathing and health complex in Europe with thermal and ordinary pools filled with mineral water
- a zoo where 3 thousand different animals live in conditions close to their natural environment habitats and enclosures fenced with glass
- transport museum, created in 1896. It contains all examples of transport starting from the 19th century. It will be interesting to get acquainted with real train cars of past years, a collection of BMW models, and models of sailing ships and steamships of past centuries
- an eight-meter hourglass installed to commemorate the country's entry into the European Union
When leaving the park, go to trolleybus stop No. 70 and drive towards Parliament to the final stop.
Lipotváros
The historic quarter of Pest-Lipotváros is an incredibly beautiful area with a large number of monuments. Start your tour from Lajos Kossuth Square, where the neo-Gothic Parliament building, recognized as the largest and most beautiful in Europe, stands out. 40 million bricks and 40 kg of gold were used for its construction. On the parliamentary facade, 88 statues of Hungarian kings, famous political and military figures represent the entire history of the state.
In addition to the Parliament, the Ethnographic Museum on the square is of interest, open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00 to 18.00; there are many historical monuments. Next, go to Freedom Square - decorated with luxurious historical mansions, where the building of the Hungarian State Treasury will attract your attention. From here you return to Erzsébet tér square, so that after a little rest Continue along the Pest embankment.
Pest waterfront
The central embankment - Dunakorzo stretches in Pest between the Chain Bridge and the Elisabeth Bridge. It looks like a wide paved street designed for walking: with cast-iron benches, trees and flowering flower beds. From here you can enjoy beautiful views of the Buda Castle, the two-towered Church of St. Anne and the Royal Palace. There are many monuments on the embankment, but one of them, representing 60 stone pairs of shoes, placed near the water's edge: belonging to people of different ages and professions, leaves no one indifferent.
This is a monument to Jews killed in World War II, who were taken off their shoes before death. Along the rest of the shore there are tram tracks with fencing. After walking along the embankment to the bridge, take tram No. 2, drive to Margaret Bridge, change to another tram No. 2 and get to the Fővám tér stop, which is practically located under the Freedom Bridge. From there you will walk across the bridge into Buda.
Mount Gellert
Mount Gellert, descending to the Danube, representing a pile of dolomite, 235 meters high, is one of the symbols of the city. It houses the famous baths, the St. Gelert Memorial, the Citadel and the Freedom Monument. In the picturesque area of the mountain you will find many sites for photographing views of Pest and bridges over the Danube. The mountain owes its name to the personality of the Catholic Saint Gerard, who died from imprisonment in a barrel thrown from the mountain.
You will see a monument to him on the mountainside. Having climbed to the top of the mountain with the 19th century Citadel, intended for observing the city, you can examine it from the inside for 3600HUF by visiting the Military Museum, located within its walls. It is open from 9.00 to 20.00 (1 May - 30 September) and from 9.00 to 17.00 (1 October - 30 April). Near the Citadel, the Freedom Monument rises 14 meters in the form of a woman’s figure with a palm branch in her raised hand and allegorical sculptures of the struggle between good and evil spirit at her feet. Go down the path to the Erzsebet Bridge and go to the stop for trams 19 and 41.
Buda embankment
Take a tram ride along the Buda promenade, admiring the beauty of the historical buildings located along its shore. The tram line, fenced with railings, is laid along the upper level of the two-level embankment. Below is a pedestrian part, paved with granite chips and not fenced off from the water. There are no monuments, cafes or shops on the Buda embankment, there are only benches for relaxation. Get off at the stop near Margaret Bridge.
Margaret Bridge
Margaret Bridge was built in 1876. Its peculiarity was the connection of two banks with a small Danube island, 0.5 km wide and 2.5 km long. A walk across the bridge and a visit to the island brings a lot of impressions. After crossing the first half of the bridge on the left side before the road to the island, cross the pedestrian crossing to the opposite side to admire the magnificent views of the Parliament and Buda Castle.
Continue along the path and you will come out onto St. Stephen's Boulevard, built at the end of the 19th century with beautiful houses in the Austro-Hungarian Art Nouveau style. After passing the Comedy Theater, the road will lead to the Western Station Square.
Western Station
The building of the western station - Nyugati, built in 1877 according to the design of the Eiffel company, is considered the most beautiful station in Europe. You will be convinced of this by walking around it from all sides. From the pedestrian green square Eiffel Nyugati with elegant facade decoration, huge windows, cascading lawns and fountains in front of the entrance. evokes an association with a palace. Its main façade, facing the Grand Boulevard, delights with imperial turrets surrounding the glass landing stage above the platforms on both sides.
Go inside the station to see the ancient interior of the ticket office and other halls, impressive with ancient frescoes and stained glass windows. In the south wing you will see the most beautiful McDonald's in the world. Today the station serves for departure and arrival commuter trains and sales of tickets for international trains departing from Keleti East Station.
Day 3
On the third day in the Hungarian capital, we will continue our acquaintance with the sights of the left bank in Pest. The route runs from Vörösmarty Square to Vaci Street. Along the way you will meet many interesting places, worthy of attention and photographs and videos.
Vörösmarty Square
Start walking from Vörösmarty Square, surrounded by elegant old buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries and beautiful new houses. The square is named after the famous poet Mihaly Vörösmarty, whose marble monument rises in its center. The figure of the poet, standing on a pedestal, is depicted reading his creation “The Appeal” to the people. On the square, a fountain with flowing streams of water from the mouths of lions and unusually beautiful lanterns attract attention.
Stop by the famous old patisserie to sample traditional Hungarian desserts in a pristine setting, with walls adorned with damask wallpaper, vintage paintings and elegant tables with wicker chairs. After viewing the beauty of Vörösmarty, you head to the Deák Ferenc ter square - a nice place and transport interchange.
Deak Ferec Square
This is the most large area The city is named after the 19th century politician Ferenc Dick. First of all, it is notable for the presence of an ancient Lutheran church, built on the foundations of the 17th century. The neoclassical building is decorated with a pair of Roman columns in front of the entrance, and the facades from the courtyard are decorated with bronze reliefs. A bell tower rises above the temple and next to it stands a chapel dating back to 1829. Right there on the square is the second neoclassical cathedral, consecrated in honor of St. Stephen.
Another historical building, the Anker Palace, 53 meters high, looks colorful in the eclectic style of architecture. A baroque building belonging to the Budapest government attracts attention. In its courtyard you can see an exhibition of medieval sculptures. Then it is convenient to walk to Servite Square.
Church of St. Anne
The decoration of Servite Square is the snow-white Church of St. Anne, built in 1732 in the Baroque style. Today it appears in the eclectic appearance of the façade, remodeled in 1878, which does not diminish its artistic value. The church was built by the Servite order, meaning servants of Mary. On its facade, the columns of Mary, statues located in niches, openwork rose windows and elements of skillful decor are of interest. An elegant bell tower rises above the temple. Its interior features elaborate altars with unique icons and a statue of Pope John XXIII.
Former Turkish Bank Building
Another attraction of Servite Square, distinguished by the luxury of Hungarian Art Nouveau, is the building of the former Turkish Bank, built in 1906. It will be remembered for the amazing mosaic fresco on the pediment, called “The Glory of Hungary,” decorated below with bas-reliefs of jellyfish. The mosaic depicts the Virgin Mary surrounded by two angels, towering over the people awaiting her blessing.
The facade also looks bright thanks to the large arched windows with balconies and bright mosaics on the portico. From here, walk past the yellow and red baroque City Council building to the Great Synagogue.
Great Synagogue
The main synagogue, built in the mid-19th century, is a popular tourist attraction. It was designed in Byzantine style architecture with the addition of oriental motifs in the design of the facade and interior. The interior of the synagogue will resemble a Catholic church with rows of benches, stands on the sides and a pulpit used for reading sermons.
Leaving the Synagogue, look into its courtyard, which has become a memorial park for Jewish victims of the Holocaust. In memory of them, a metal weeping willow was erected, with the name of a murdered Hungarian Jew engraved on each leaf. You can visit the Synagogue from 10.00 to 18.00 for 2250 HUF, but subject to availability tourist map"Budapest" - 2000 HUF.
Galleries "Paris Yard"
Moving from the Great Synagogue in the direction of Karolyi Avenue, you will find yourself in a picturesque corner of Budapest - Ferenciek tere Square. It is decorated with the Franciscan Church and the arcade of shopping arcades, called the “Parisian Court”. You will see covered galleries that colorfully combine Venetian Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau style. If you look closely, you will see relief bees on the walls, which are considered a symbol of frugality in Hungary.
After wandering through the shopping arcades, open on weekdays from 10.00 to 21.00, then be guided by two Art Nouveau buildings with towers facing each other, walk to the Belváros parish church - the oldest in Budapest, then return to Károlyi Avenue and walk to Edyethem Square , where the university church stands.
University Church
The building of the university church is a true example of classical baroque. The single-nave church was built by the monks of the Paulican Order in 1742, and 30 years later it was crowned with a tower. The church is distinguished by a high facade with columns, completed by a niche-tympanum. The niche is decorated with sculptural figures of Saints Anthony and Paul, separated by the emblem of the Paulician Order. The church vestibule captivates with its skillful wood carvings.
The walls of the hall are decorated with marble pilasters, the ceiling was painted in the 18th century by the famous Johann Bergl with frescoes depicting scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary. Behind the main altar, ancient sculptures of saints deserve attention. Here it is interesting to see the ancient pulpit, the choir fencing and many items made by the monks of the order with their own hands. You can view the church interior from Monday to Saturday from 9.00 to 16.30.
Hungarian National Museum
Don't pass by the Hungarian national museum, which presents the history and art of Hungary from the founding of the state until the end of the 90s of the last century. You will reach it from the square to Museum Street. It is located in a beautiful historic building dating back to 1802. The basis of its exhibition was the collection donated to the city by Count Ferenc Czachenyi, which included coins, books and manuscripts of the politician.
Over the course of 2 centuries, the museum has been replenished with historical artifacts and objects of art. Having paid 1600 HUF for the entrance, you will be in awe of the sight of the clavichord, against which the ingenious hand of Mozart leaned, the harps of Marie Antoinette and the pianos at which Beethoven and Liszt worked. The portrait gallery will introduce you to portraits of kings and princes of the Arpad dynasty. The museum's ticket office is open from 10.00 to 17.00 every day, except Mondays, when the museum is closed.
Central Market
From the museum, proceed to the Central Market, located on Wofam Square. The market is worth a visit not only because of the abundance of fruits, vegetables, famous Hungarian meat delicacies, smoked bacon, sausages and paprika. The steel building of the central market, covered with a multi-colored roof, is a real architectural masterpiece late 19th century. You will receive great aesthetic pleasure from the view of the facade, completed with turrets and openwork windows.
The market opens at 6 a.m. and is open on Mondays until 5 p.m., Tuesday through Friday until 6 p.m., and on Saturdays until 2 p.m. It may seem strange to you that the market has a day off on Sunday! Before shopping, to compare prices and assortment, go to the supermarket located on the ground floor of the market.
Vaci Street
Coming out of Central Market, go straight to the pedestrian street Vaci, dotted on both sides with expensive restaurants and cafes, antique and souvenir shops, and fashion boutiques. If you're carried away by looking at colorful shop windows, don't pass by historical monument 19th century - Thonet House at No. 11, notable for its Art Nouveau architectural style. Its façade, decorated with bright mosaics, is delightful. We end the 3rd day of the excursion with a promenade along the picturesque Vaci Street.
4 day
This day can be devoted to relaxation from historical and cultural attractions. Nature lovers can visit unique caves, enjoy communicating with animals. For those who want to improve their health, the best European baths are open. We hope that the information offered here will help you do best choice, how to spend your fourth day in the Hungarian capital.
Palveldi Cave
In the thickness of the Buda Hills, the Palveldi stalagmite cave, discovered in 1904, stretches for almost 30 kilometers in a network of tunnels. You can go through its multi-level labyrinths from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00 to 16.00. Formed millions of years ago by the action of thermal springs, the underground kingdom is permeated with healing air. Here you will see corridors replete with drip stones, the “Theater Hall” of the cave will surprise you with a hanging stalagmite in the shape of the “sword of Damocles”, according to legend, falling on unfaithful spouses.
There is an underground zoo with figures of elephants, crocodiles and exotic animals, and a hall of fairy tales with guessable characters. When going to the cave, keep in mind that the excursion is suitable for tourists in good physical shape and is not suitable for obese people due to narrow corridors in some places. A ticket to the cave costs 1400 HUF, the tour is guided and lasts up to 1 hour. You can get to the cave by bus No. 65, from Kolosy Square, getting off at stop 5.
Margaret Island
Margaret Island, stretching 2.5 km and up to 0.5 km wide on the Danube between the Arpad and Margaret bridges, is a protected area with a beautiful arboretum where mineral thermal springs flow. Two high-status hotels located within the island are part of a balneological complex with modern equipment. Wonderful landscapes of the park with a Japanese garden, colorful alpine slides, freshness of fountains, fragrance of rose gardens, Palantine beach - beautiful place for relaxation.
The island is equipped with tennis courts, swimming pools, and children's paddling pools. There is something for everyone of any age. Tourists interested in history will be able to walk through the ruins of the 13th century monastery, get acquainted with the Chapel of St. Michael, the singing well of Bodor and monuments famous people Hungary. It is a great pleasure to take a boat ride from the island to the center.
Zoo
The zoo is located in the picturesque city park of Városliget in the center. It has become one of the most visited attractions in the capital. At the entrance to the zoo, you are given a map with a diagram of the location of animal species and their feeding times. In the landscapes of the zoo, where about 1,500 plant species grow, there are many beautiful buildings and sculptures created by Hungarian designers. Among this splendor, 3 thousand different species of animals are kept in glass enclosures and corners close to their natural habitat.
In specially designated contact areas, you can touch the animals and feed them; you will enjoy visiting the Butterfly House, the Palm Pavilion and the Oceanarium. IN summer time, opening at 9.00, the zoo is open from Monday to Thursday until 18.00, from Friday to Sunday until 19.00. In winter until 16.00, in March until 17.00, April and October until 17.30, in September until 18.00. A standard adult ticket costs 3,000 HUF.
Szechenyi Baths
The Széchenyi Baths, dating back to 1909, are considered the largest bath complex in Budapest and Europe. Externally, the bathhouse building is comparable to luxurious palace. The interior of 11 internal baths with mineral water from +18⁰ C to +40⁰ C is not inferior to it in luxury - healing, soothing and bubbling. These are complemented by several indoor and outdoor swimming pools. One of them is a pool with a “surprise”. In it you will experience the effects of a vortex flow, water bubbles and jet massage healing water at +34⁰С.
In the Széchenyi Bath you can play a game of chess while sitting in the pool, take a steam bath in the light, aromatic and Finnish saunas, and undergo health and beauty sessions in the wellness center and SPA. Bath accessories are available for rent here. Along with the entrance ticket, which costs about 14 € on weekdays and 15 € on weekends, visitors are given a bracelet that also serves as a key to the locker. Changing rooms for men and women are located separately.
The Szechenyi Baths are open seven days a week from 6.00 to 22.00 - outdoor pools, until 19.00 - thermal pools, steam cabins and saunas. You can easily get there by metro (yellow line) or trolleybus No. 72 (station and stop Széchenyi fürdő).
Gelert Bath
The building of the Gellert medicinal bath, built in 1918, in Art Nouveau architecture looks like a luxurious palace, not a hydropathic clinic, and delights with the richness of its interior. Upon entering the hall, you are stunned by the beauty of the stained glass windows illustrating the scenes of the epic. The luxurious atmosphere is created by marble columns, bronze sculptures, leather sofas and pretty fountains exuding healing water. The Gelert bathhouse has 13 swimming pools with mineral water of different temperatures, 10 of which are indoor.
Men and women swim separately in thermal pools, so you can be in them without a swimsuit. If you want to swim outdoors in the wave pool or do water aerobics, bring a swimsuit, and slippers and a towel can be rented. The Gelert complex, together with a luxury hotel, adorns the right bank of the Danube - Buda.
It is easy to get here by trams: No. 19, 47, 18 and 49 and by buses No. 7A, 7 and 86. Tourists staying at the hotel can visit the bathhouse free of charge. For other visitors, the price of a ticket with a cabin is from 5600 HUF to 5800 HUF for 3 hours of swimming. You can experience the bliss of relaxation in thermal waters from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Lukács Bath
The Lukács bathhouse has 5 pools heated from + 22⁰С to +40°C and one entertainment pool with water from +33⁰С to +35°C with geysers and a whirlpool. There is 1 swimming pool equipped with devices that stretch the spine and 2 outdoor swimming pools with a comfortable temperature of +26°C. The healing water in the pools is rich in calcium, fluorine, sodium, magnesium and various trace elements.
The sessions in the wellness department, carried out in the hammam, saunas, ice bath and salt room, give a pleasant lightness to the body. Romantic lighting turns on in the outdoor pools in the evenings, and incendiary discos are held on Saturdays. To soak in the thermal waters during the day with a cabin rental will cost from 3,500 HUF on weekdays and up to 3,700 HUF on weekends. Budapest Card holders have free use of the bath during the day. Massages and mud treatments are available for an additional fee.
Pool opening hours are from 6.00 to 22.00. Opening hours of the drinking pavilion are from 11.00 to 18.00. You can get to the Lukács baths by trams No. 4, 6, 17 and 19 and walk 5 minutes or by buses No. 91, 191, 291 to Margaret Island.
Rudas Bath
The Rudas Bath attracts attention with its architecture, expressed by an abundance of Turkish motifs. Its “highlight” is the octagonal pool, called the “green pillar bath,” after the color of one of the eight multi-colored columns supporting the 10-meter-high dome. In the drinking pavilion, experience the taste of water coming from the Juventus, Hungária and Attila mineral springs, from which you will take relaxing baths.
A visit to the Rudas Baths starts at 8.30 and ends 1 hour before closing at 20.00. On Monday, Wednesday and Friday only men swim. On Tuesday, the entire bathhouse was given over to women. On Saturdays and Sundays, women and men visit the bathhouse together.
A comprehensive ticket including wellness, swimming in the thermal pool and swimming pool will cost 5,000 HUF during the day, and 500 HUF more at night. A morning visit before 12.00 costs 2800 HUF, an afternoon visit with a thermal pool and a cabin costs 3500 HUF. Travel to the bathhouse by buses 7, 8E, 108E, 110, 112, 907 and 973 and by trams 17, 19, 41, 56 and 56A.
Kiraly Bath
The Royal Turkish Baths - Kiraly, built in the 16th century by the Turks, can be recognized by the appearance of their roofs, reminiscent of mushroom caps. Visitors note the fairy-tale atmosphere that reigns in the baths, given by the overhanging ceilings and intimate lighting. IN great hall with a round pool covered with a dome there are usually not many people, so in an atmosphere of silence you can immerse yourself in a state of nirvana while lying in warm water with light steam emanating from it.
Thermal water in the royal bath comes from the springs of the Lukas bath through the water supply system, so in terms of composition mineral water no difference. A ticket here costs 2600 HUF with a booth. There is no separation between women and men, except for the locker rooms; everyone bathes together. The baths are open from 9.00 to 21.00, and the ticket office closes at 20.00.
Getting here is not difficult: from the Batthyany ter metro station you need to go towards Margaret Island. After taking trams No. 4, 6, get off at the “Margit hit” stop and walk along Fő street towards the castle. By the way, they are named royal after the surname of one of the owners - Keninga, which translates as king.
Bathhouse Dangar
The Dandar Bath was built in 1930 on a small street in the area near the Petofi Bridge. Dangar was built as a folk bath. This establishment remains to this day, given that the prices for services here are affordable. The cheapest ticket in the evening costs 1100 HUF, and the standard ticket costs 1450 HUF. A separate ticket is sold for each type of pool in the bathhouse.
The infrastructure of the health center does not lag behind its more famous relatives. Inside there are spacious baths, showers and a comfortable sauna, steam bath and cold pool, two indoor and outdoor pools with a temperature of +36⁰С - +38⁰С.
The bathhouse has its own well with carbon dioxide, bicarbonate-calcium water with a high fluorine content. To get to the bathhouse you need to take tram number 2 to the Haller street stop and walk a little, focusing on the Zwack - Unicum plant, which produces the famous Hungarian liqueur. The bathhouse is open from Monday to Friday from 6.00 to 20.00, on Saturday and Sunday until 14.00.
Evening walk through the city center and its bars
As soon as dusk falls on Budapest, the doors of museums and churches close. Then the path opens to the world of mesmerizing beauty of night streets, bars with original interiors, intoxicating drinks and the atmosphere that reigns in them. When the stars light up in the sky, you can fully feel the spirit of Budapest. On an evening walk you will be imbued with the energy of St. Stephen's Cathedral, seen from a different perspective and light.
On the chain bridge, which is breathtakingly illuminated, you will learn a lot of interesting things about historical areas Bude and Pest, enjoy the panorama of the Danube, admire the glowing building of the most beautiful Parliament in the world and feel the aura of Freedom Square. Finish excursion program We offer a tour of ruin bars, which will appeal not only to alcohol lovers.
You will be surprised by the interiors and decorations of ruin bars with a disco ball replicating the shape of a pig, a bar counter in the shape of a shell and many cool details. By visiting 5 of these establishments, you will learn about the origins of the ruin bar culture, get acquainted with their architecture, courtyards, communicate with the local public and try signature cocktails. The excursion takes the form of an exciting walking tour for 1-10 people.
5 day
Having gone through the mandatory program on your own, which is traditionally included in numerous tours of the sights of the Hungarian capital, you want to end the last day of your stay with a bright finale. At the end of our voyage, we will offer several interesting places and entertainment so that you can choose what you like.
Eger and Miskolctapolca
A trip to the only unique bath in Europe, Miskolctapolca, located in the bosom of a cave surrounded by a beech forest, will be an unforgettable event in your life. After enjoying two hours of pleasure (from 11.00 to 13.00) in the thermal pool with beautifully illuminated water +30⁰C with hydromassage, then relaxing in the stalactite hall, you will go on a two-hour sightseeing tour to Eger.
In that picturesque city, permeated with a medieval atmosphere emanating from baroque buildings, you will see all the sights and admire the architecture of the ancient minaret. Next, the path will lead to the Valley of Beauties, where, in an original Hungarian tavern, you will be treated to dishes national cuisine, and in one of the wine cellars, enjoy a tasting of Eger wine, taste the famous “Bull's Blood”, made from 6 varieties of grapes.
Lake Balaton and thermal baths of Heviz
You will have the opportunity to go to Lake Balaton and visit the thermal baths of Heviz on a group excursion lasting 11 hours. In it you will visit ancient cities, admire lakes recognized as natural monuments, improve your health in thermal and mineral springs. On the way to Lake Balaton, stop at Tihany Abbey - the burial place of King Andras I. Arriving in Balatonfüred, get acquainted with the largest resort on the northern shore of Lake Balaton, whose healing springs, which cure diseases of the internal organs, have been famous since the times of the Roman Empire.
From here the path will lead to the ancient city of Keszthely, where you will see one of the largest Hungarian estates - the Festetics Palace. At the end, you will swim in the greatest thermal lake of Heviz, which has a beneficial effect on joint diseases, osteochondrosis, blood circulation and potency. Don't forget to bring your swimwear.
Trip to Vienna
You can go on a group excursion to Vienna. The route of the excursion walk begins from the main boulevard of the Austrian capital - Ringstrasse, with the sights located on it: the Parliament, built in antique style, the city Hall, the world-famous Vienna Opera. After enjoying the architecture of secular buildings, you will go to the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral - an architectural masterpiece and symbol of Vienna.
After inspection historical center you will be invited to the Belvedere art complex, consisting of 2 parts: Upper Belvedere and Lower Belvedere. The 7 halls of the Upper Belvedere house an artistic collection of Austrian art, which can be viewed after the tour if desired. In the Lower Belvedere, you can admire the picturesque garden that previously surrounded the palace.
Next, you will see the imperial residence of the Hofburg with 19 palaces, a church with a chapel and the library of Charles IV, where you will focus on exploring the Hofburg treasury. At the end of the tour there will be free time to take a walk and look into the famous Viennese Café Sacher, famous for its chocolate desserts baked according to ancient recipes.
Szentendre – Visegrad – Esztergom
A necklace of ancient towns is scattered along the bend of the Danube. They preserve fragments of the history of the times of domination of the Romans and Turks, castles of the Middle Ages, churches that crowned the tops of hills and mountains. The richest Hungarian history is concentrated in the cities of Szentendre, Visegrád and Esztergom, which you can visit individual tour for 1-4 people.
Pannonhalma Abbey
The second largest abbey in the world, Pannochalma Abbey is one of the world's protected sites. cultural heritage UNESCO. The monastic property occupies the top of St. Martin's Hill, 282 meters high. The establishment of the monastery on this site dates back to the distant year 996. During the car tour, you will be briefly told the history of the name of the hill, which, according to legend, became the birthplace of St. Martin of Tours. You will visit the basilica, the crypt, see the abbey library, and taste delicious wines - products of the monastery winery.
At the abbey you can buy chocolates, wine, lavender oil and soap made by the monks. At the end of the trip, you will have lunch at the panoramic restaurant “Viator”, offering views of the magnificent local landscapes. The car tour lasts 8 hours and is designed for 1-7 people. Includes: travel from the hotel to Pannonhalm and back, accompanying driver speaking Russian; payment for renting a business class car, toll roads and parking. In addition, you will have to pay 8 € for visiting the abbey, for wine tasting and lunch.
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We'll tell you what you must see in Budapest in 1, 2 or 3 days. Read before planning your own trip.
Budapest is a city of contrasts. It harmoniously intertwines the Middle Ages and modernity. Here you will see the world's longest tram with a length of almost 54 meters, a sculpture of Steve Jobs and incredible beauty architectural structures.
Main places on the map
The city will delight you with the most delicious pastries in Hungary; bakeries are its specialty. You should definitely take your children to the oldest zoo in Europe. Here is a schematic representation of all the key locations on the map. She's clickable.
It's great when a vacation is planned for 2 weeks. There is time to relax and wander around the sights. What to do when you are passing through the city and there are only 1,2, or 3 free days. Let's consider how to spend this time.
There are so many interesting places in the capital of Hungary that even in 2 weeks you won’t have time to see everything. You have to choose, optimize time. Stock up on maps and a clear plan of what you want to know when exploring the city for the first time. Let's go for a walk.
Hungarian Parliament
Located between the Chain and Margaret bridges. The largest and most beautiful building in the city. Locals are proud of him and call him second Buckingham Palace. The Parliament was built in 1885. It has retained its original appearance to this day.
The Parliament consists of two wings, they are connected by a passage. In appearance it resembles a castle. It makes for fabulous photographs against its background. The dome of the building is the most noticeable in the city, its height is 96 meters.
You can get inside with a tour; the interior is no less impressive. If you move from the Parliament towards the chain bridge, you will see rows of iron shoes along the Danube. This is how the victims of the Holocaust were immortalized. The exhibition creates an interesting contrast with the architecture and the embankment. The tragic events of World War II are associated with these shoes. The captured Jews were herded to the river bank, promising to send them home, but they all drowned.
Royal Palace
The location of the palace is Buda Castle. It can be seen from almost anywhere in the city. The castle is called the favorite residence where the Hungarian kings stayed. The construction of the fortification first began in the 13th century. The estate has not survived to our time. The modern Royal Palace was built 142 years ago.
The territory of the castle is divided between the museum of urban history, National Gallery and a library. Visiting the palace and gallery grounds is free.
It is convenient to get to the palace by cable car; sit near the Chain Bridge. It’s convenient that you don’t need to waste time on walking.
Here it is interesting to see the monument to E. Savoy (he defeated the Mongol-Tatars near Vienna, saved the Hungarian people), the Turul bird (according to legend, it showed the Hungarians where to build the city), and the marble gates.
Museum of Erotica and Sex
For those who are tired of historical sights and want to look at Budapest from an unusual side, there is a small but very impressive Museum of Erotica and Sex.
150 unusual exhibits await you. They occupy three floors! There really is. In addition, the museum itself is located next to the Oktogon M metro station, and the ticket price is only 10 euros. Address: Jókai tér 7, Budapest, 1061 Hungary (on the map).
Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Temple
Fisherman's Bastion - fortress walls surrounding the church. Inside the Bastion there is a square where Stephen, the first Hungarian king, stands. With his help, the tribes turned into one state.
On the territory of the Bastion there are several cafes, points of sale of souvenirs, and toilets. The sculptures are interesting to watch, appearance buildings, its towers. There are 7 of them in total, each of them symbolizes a specific Hungarian tribe.
The bastion was built in the Gothic and neo-Roman style. You can enter the Bastion territory for free. Next, follow to Matthias Church - the most beautiful of all the temples in the city.
Construction style: Gothic. The interior is breathtaking. Even an atheist will be amazed at the view that opens before him. The first church was built here in the 11th century. It did not survive to our time; it was destroyed by the Mongol-Tatars.
The Hungarians built a new building, which you can see now. The coronation of Franz Joseph I and subsequent rulers took place here. You have a chance to walk through the same halls where kings, their retinue and real princesses once walked.
Mount Gellert
Come here last.
The mountain offers a fantastic view of the Danube and the surrounding area. Here stands the Freedom Monument - the Citadel and there is nothing else noteworthy.
St. Stephen's Basilica
The first king of Hungary was added to the list of saints. The cathedral was named after him; it took 54 years to build, starting in 1851. The basilica combines 3 functions at once: a functioning Catholic church, concert hall, observation deck.
It offers a view of the entire Old city. This is a spectacle you simply cannot miss. Locals They are no less proud of the temple than of Parliament itself.
Paid entrance. A standard ticket costs 500 forints, a reduced ticket costs 400 forints. Converted to rubles, it turns out to be up to 200 rubles per person. For such an excursion it is very cheap.
Buda Castle
Another interesting place, where it's worth a look. The very heart of old Buda. The history of the fortress begins in 1255, when the Tatar-Mongols were quite tired of the Hungarians.
A fortress was built on Castle Hill, and now the Tatars were defeated, because it was almost impossible to get to the city unnoticed. During its history, the fortress fell more than once, and each time it was rebuilt. She saw the last clash in 1945, when the war with an insolent Germany was ending.
It’s interesting to look at the surrounding area from Castle Hill, see the interior of government institutions, and look into museums. Single ticket There are no museums, so there may be queues at the box office.
The excursion routes are designed for up to 12 hours of walking. If you have time, stroll the streets, see the architecture, buy souvenirs, and take photos. A daily stay here is not enough; many come back here again.
If you are in the Hungarian capital, you have 3 days to explore the city. The first couple of days you can walk along the routes described above. When you have seen the main places, move deeper into the city. There are a dozen more amazing places here. Let's go and have a look.
Budapest's metro is the second oldest in Europe after London's. First thread " underground tram"was built under Andriasi Avenue for the celebration of the millennium of Hungary in 1896 and connected the city center with Heroes' Square.
Varosligert Park
Here is Vajdahunyad Castle, Europe's oldest zoo and circus. Many legends are associated with this castle, but don’t be too foolish, they were invented for tourists, and the castle itself was built in 1908.
At first the castle was made of cardboard and took part in exhibitions. But the Hungarians liked it so much that they wanted a real room. It still stands in the park and is considered a symbol of romance.
There is an agricultural museum inside the castle. The park has sculptures, recreation areas, cafes and even hotels. If you have some free time, you can stay here for a couple of hours and look around everything.
House of Terror
Reminders of Hungarian Nazism and the Hungarian Security Administration are united under one roof. Here you can see a huge instillation of what the country experienced during these regimes.
Documentation, prison premises, photos, punishment items. The museum is very difficult emotionally. If you are not a fan of war, realistic facts, terrorism and cruelty, it is better to spend your time on other excursions.
The cost of visiting the museum is 7 euros per person. It's funny that the inscription "terror" on the house is visible both from the sky and from the ground when the sun is shining brightly.
Belvaros Quarter
Take half a day and walk around the area. Belváros is translated from Hungarian into Russian as “a city within a city.” Check out the Vaci souvenir street. There is no traffic here, so it’s convenient to take a leisurely stroll through the shops. If you take souvenirs, then only here.
An exception is the building of the New Town Hall. She doesn't fit in big picture, but it is amazing. There are details from the Renaissance, Iron Age, and industry.
Take a closer look at the Church of St. Michael, walk along Vörösmarty Square. You can’t get around Belvaros in 1-2 hours, it’s worth your time. From here you will take away a sea of impressions and souvenirs.
Hungarian opera
Opera is one of most beautiful buildings cities. It is considered a symbol of the national classical music of Hungary. opening date opera house 1884 For the first time in the world, hydraulic machines were used in the design of the building.
They were started to be produced by the company Asphaleia. Already from Hungary, the equipment spread throughout the world. Take an evening and go to one of the concerts, you will get a lot of impressions. There will be a presentation of what is considered quality music in Hungary.
The opera is interesting, both outside and inside. The rich design, colorful color scheme, and architectural features attract attention and unobtrusively motivate you to stay here a little longer.
Baths
There are 5 popular thermal baths in the city. Take time to visit one of them, improve your health, and look at the Hungarian service. There is plenty to choose from:
- Kiraly. Founded in the 16th century, everything remained at the same level as in the past;
- Rudas. This bathhouse is called the men's club. Women can visit it on Tuesdays and weekends. At other times, visiting is for men only;
- Veli Bay. One of the most boring baths. There are few people here, the chances of catching a fungus or infection are almost zero;
- Gellert. Luxurious bathhouse with stained glass design, closed and outdoor swimming pools. In summer, an artificial wave operates;
- Szechenyi. The most crowded bathhouse. There are so many visitors that they don’t have time to clean up after them, so it’s often dirty here. On weekends there are discos for young people and lots of entertainment.
It’s easier to find out the cost of bathing facilities on the spot. Prices vary from season to season.
Surprisingly, this is the only European capital that has resort status. It's all about underground mineral springs.
You can get around the city in a few days if you plan your time well and choose the most interesting options for excursions. In addition to the listed locations, there are a lot of museums here. They are recommended to be given attention when they have at least 3-10 days available.
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If you have chosen Hungary for your trip, then I suggest you 10 must-do things to do in Hungary to truly experience the country.
1. Visit the healing thermal baths
Hungary is famous for its thermal springs. And, of course, if you come to relax, you should definitely visit. In Budapest, the most famous are the Gellért Baths, the Szechenyi Baths, the Turkish Baths Rudas and Kiraly. But there are baths in every Hungarian city and even in some villages, and in terms of quality and service they do not differ from those in the capital. The most unusual bathhouse is located in Miskolc Tapolca.
2. Try national cuisine, such as Langos
To fully experience the culture of the country, you need to try the national cuisine. To do this, it is not at all necessary to go to expensive restaurants, for example, you can try local fast food - lángos or a very tasty bun - kürtös kalács.
Hungarian cuisine is famous for adding hot paprika to almost all dishes. Traditional Hungarian soups are goulash (gulyas) and fish soup (halászlé). Main courses – Paprikás csirke, percolt (pörkölt) or lecso (lecsó). For dessert, you can try Dobos torta, consisting of sponge cake with chocolate cream and icing, Somlói galuska or túrógombóc.
Hungarian desserts “Shomloi dumplings” and Dobos cake
3. Swim in the largest thermal lake in the world
5. Taste Hungarian wine
Walk on excursion bus Now it won’t surprise anyone, but have you ever ridden a floating bus? This is possible in Budapest. The duration of this excursion is 2 hours, you will see the main attractions of the capital, and also swim along the Danube by bus.
Floating bus
8. Walk around Budapest at night
Evening/ night city- It's unforgettable! I myself saw Budapest for the first time at night, our bus was delayed on the way and we were a little late that we arrived in the capital after midnight, but this was even better, since we were able to look at the city at night, the bridges and all the buildings along the Danube embankment were amazingly beautifully illuminated , Parliament, etc.
I don’t encourage everyone to walk at night, but an option to see the city illuminated is in the evening. It gets dark quite early in Budapest (this is not St. Petersburg, there are no white nights here), so during an evening boat trip along the Danube you can already see all the bridges and the embankment in amazing lighting.
Night Budapest
9. Visit a horse show
Hungarians are famous for their horse riding skills; many competitions and horse shows take place here. If you're lucky, you can see equestrian competitions right in the city center on Heroes' Square, where it is held annually; in 2013, the competitions will be from September 20 to 22. As an option, you can visit the Lázár lovaspark, created in 2001, located in the Domonveld valley.
Horse show in Budapest
10. Buy souvenirs at the largest market
Souvenirs in Hungary
That's the whole list! Have a great holiday!