{"id":1527,"date":"2025-08-18T15:49:50","date_gmt":"2025-08-18T15:49:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.ru\/hungary\/?p=1527"},"modified":"2025-08-18T15:49:52","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T15:49:52","slug":"exploring-budapest-attractions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/","title":{"rendered":"Budapest Attractions: TOP 30"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n<p>Pour yourself a coffee, you&#8217;re in for a good read with the extensive article &#8216;Budapest Attractions: TOP 30&#8217;. You&#8217;ll discover not just what to see in Budapest but also get coordinates, prices, opening hours, tips, and hacks for each location. This article will help plan your perfect route through Hungary&#8217;s capital. Plus, some advice might even save you time and money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">TABLE OF CONTENTS<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: 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see in Budapest: Map<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Buda_Castle_or_the_Royal_Palace\" >Buda Castle, or the Royal Palace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Hungarian_Parliament\" >Hungarian Parliament<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Szechenyi_Chain_Bridge\" >Sz\u00e9chenyi Chain Bridge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#River_Cruise_on_the_Danube_at_Sunset\" >River Cruise on the Danube at Sunset<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Fishermans_Bastion\" >Fisherman&#8217;s Bastion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Castle_Hill_Funicular_%E2%80%9CBudavari_Siklo%E2%80%9D\" >Castle Hill Funicular &#8220;Budav\u00e1ri Sikl\u00f3&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Sandor_Palace\" >Sandor Palace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#StMatthias_Church\" >St.Matthias Church<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Gellert_Hill_Citadel_and_Statue_of_Liberty\" >Gell\u00e9rt Hill, Citadel, and Statue of Liberty<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Pauline_Monastery_and_Gellert_Cave\" >Pauline Monastery and Gell\u00e9rt Cave<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Liberty_Bridge\" >Liberty Bridge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Central_Market_Hall_of_Budapest\" >Central Market Hall of Budapest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Elisabeth_Bridge_Erzsebet\" >Elisabeth&nbsp;Bridge&nbsp;(Erzs\u00e9bet)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Szechenyi_Thermal_Baths\" >Sz\u00e9chenyi Thermal Baths<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Gellert_Baths_closed_for_renovation_from_October_1_2025_until_2028\" >Gell\u00e9rt Baths (closed for renovation from October 1, 2025, until 2028)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Vajdahunyad_Castle\" >Vajdahunyad Castle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#%D0%97%D0%BE%D0%BE%D0%BF%D0%B0%D1%80%D0%BA_%D0%91%D1%83%D0%B4%D0%B0%D0%BF%D0%B5%D1%88%D1%82%D0%B0\" >\u0417\u043e\u043e\u043f\u0430\u0440\u043a \u0411\u0443\u0434\u0430\u043f\u0435\u0448\u0442\u0430<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Shoes_on_the_Danube_Bank\" >Shoes on the Danube Bank<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#St_Stephens_Basilica_Szent_Istvan\" >St. Stephen&#8217;s Basilica (Szent Istv\u00e1n)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Andrassy_Avenue\" >Andr\u00e1ssy Avenue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#House_of_Terror\" >House of Terror<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Hungarian_State_Opera_House\" >Hungarian State Opera House<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Heroes_Square\" >Heroes&#8217; Square<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Margaret_Island_Margit\" >Margaret Island (Margit)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Ruin_Bars_of_Budapest\" >Ruin Bars of Budapest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Vaci_Street\" >V\u00e1ci Street<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Budapests_Main_Flea_Markets\" >Budapest&#8217;s Main Flea Markets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#Nyugati_Railway_Station\" >Nyugati Railway Station<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/exploring-budapest-attractions\/#City_Park\" >City Park<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Budapest_Attractions_General_Information\"><\/span>Budapest Attractions: General Information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Budapest offers more than what&#8217;s covered in this article. There are dozens of museums, hundreds of churches and religious landmarks, and architectural marvels at every turn in the city center. Just stroll around, look around you, and be amazed. Budapest should be seen with your mouth wide open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if I&#8217;ve missed anything, it&#8217;s just to save you from reading until morning. Here are three more useful articles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/budapest-city-overview\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2355\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Budapest<\/a>: Accommodation, dining, finding tours and excursions, cruises on the Danube.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/budapest-public-transport\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"725\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Budapest Transport<\/a>: Metro, tram, bus, where and how to buy tickets, making transfers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/best-hotels-in-budapest\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1784\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Hotels in Budapest<\/a>: The very best for reasonable prices and the extravagant ones too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-1.jpg\" alt=\"Mount Gellert what to see in Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3413\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hop on Hop Off sightseeing buses are popular in central Budapest. Details about them are in the article about the city&#8217;s transport, the link was mentioned earlier.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_see_in_Budapest_Map\"><\/span>What to see in Budapest: Map<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a dynamic map showing all of Budapest attractions. You can click, zoom in, and explore all the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=18iR_3PVliv45aaPKvpcCbzEv82Wx2to&#038;hl=ru&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"100%\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buda_Castle_or_the_Royal_Palace\"><\/span>Buda Castle, or the Royal Palace<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The castle of Hungarian kings was built in the 13th century. It&#8217;s an extensive palace complex that impresses with its size. It&#8217;s situated atop Castle Hill. Today, it&#8217;s primarily a luxurious palace rather than a fortress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Interesting to know:<\/p>\n<cite>Many often confuse which bank in Budapest is Buda and which is Pest. Where the Buda Castle is located\u2014it&#8217;s Buda. And the Hungarian Parliament\u2014that&#8217;s Pest. Buda = Buda Castle, it&#8217;s easier to remember.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-2.jpg\" alt=\"Sights Budapest Buda Castle\" class=\"wp-image-3414\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">One of Budapest&#8217;s main attractions &#8211; Buda Castle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/aS1YnoAMF8zShrbo6\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/aS1YnoAMF8zShrbo6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.49627725921356, 19.039555868569796<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/budavar.hu\/budai-var\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/budavar.hu\/budai-var\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The exterior of the palace is accessible 24\/7.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outside areas, the Lion Courtyard, the Matthias Fountain, panoramic viewpoints of the city\u2014are all free to access.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan for 30-60 minutes of your time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As the palace is huge, inside there are several museums:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Budapest History Museum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hungarian National Gallery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Library<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saint Stephen&#8217;s Hall<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and so on. Here, the entrance is paid, and there are operating hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>10 out of 10. Definitely a top Budapest attraction and a city symbol. I don&#8217;t know any tourists who&#8217;ve been to the capital of Hungary and haven&#8217;t visited Buda Castle. It&#8217;s visible from everywhere, and from the hill, you get cool views of the Danube and Pest. Plus, you should plan at least half a day for this part of the city. Besides Buda Castle, there are many more attractions within walking distance.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hungarian_Parliament\"><\/span>Hungarian Parliament<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another symbol of the city, and the building is no less grand and impressive than the Royal Palace. We&#8217;re talking about the Hungarian Parliament. It&#8217;s a relatively modern building constructed at the beginning of the 20th century specifically for Hungary&#8217;s main legislative body. No kings or noble persons ever lived here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the evening, it&#8217;s beautifully illuminated. The best views are from the opposite side of the Danube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-3.jpg\" alt=\"Hungarian Parliament Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3431\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The largest building in Hungary, fully captured in frame only from the other side of the Danube.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/HzuHrysfqrBbkse8A\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/HzuHrysfqrBbkse8A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.5070862180797, 19.045473071082693<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One wing operates as the parliament today, while tours are conducted in another. Price: 25 euros.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operating hours from 8 AM to 6 PM, until 4 PM on weekends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outside, the parliament is open 24\/7 and free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I recommend allocating at least 30 minutes for it. Come here during the day and in the evening. The impressions are entirely different in the dark.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>10 out of 10. A Budapest attraction from the must-see list. If you&#8217;ve been to Budapest and haven&#8217;t seen the Parliament building\u2014consider you haven&#8217;t been to Budapest at all. And for those unaware, the Hungarian Parliament is the largest building in Hungary, even bigger than Buda Castle.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Szechenyi_Chain_Bridge\"><\/span>Sz\u00e9chenyi Chain Bridge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in 1849, it&#8217;s the first bridge in Budapest across the Danube; before that, there were only ferry crossings. The Chain Bridge was considered a technical wonder at its opening and served as a catalyst for the economic and political unification of the two cities, Buda and Pest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Interesting fact:<\/p>\n<cite>The Chain Bridge is 24 years older than Budapest. Budapest was founded in 1873. Also, in 2001, for the first time, a light aircraft flew upside down under this bridge. Since then, this stunt has become the standard for aerial acrobatics.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-4.jpg\" alt=\"Chain Bridge budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3415\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">At night, the columns of the Chain Bridge are illuminated in the colors of the Hungarian flag. Overall, Budapest is much more beautiful at night than during the day. Both the Parliament and Buda Castle are very beautiful when illuminated at night.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/JMbAavsU4t9dZ2ai9\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/JMbAavsU4t9dZ2ai9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.49910495982109, 19.043718420362257<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The bridge is accessible 24\/7 and entirely free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The main bridge that connects Buda and Pest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>10 out of 10. Another main attraction and city symbol. It&#8217;s better to come here after sunset. The most beautiful photos include the Buda Castle in the frame, and if you cross to the other side and climb a bit to Castle Hill, you&#8217;ll have a view of the Hungarian Parliament building.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"River_Cruise_on_the_Danube_at_Sunset\"><\/span><strong>River Cruise on the Danube at Sunset<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A highly popular activity, hundreds of boats and ships take tourists on cruises along the Danube. It&#8217;s like cruising the canals of Amsterdam or Venice\u2014cool, atmospheric, and a must for every tourist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some tips for a more enjoyable river cruise: opt for evening cruises. Budapest is beautifully illuminated at night; the daytime views aren&#8217;t as captivating. It&#8217;s not just about the cruise; there are ones with cocktails and Hungarian cuisine dinners. I wholeheartedly recommend those.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-5.jpg\" alt=\"river cruises on the Danube in Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3416\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Best time for a Danube river cruise: sunset and after.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The boats start along almost the entire Budapest waterfront, but most of them are near the Sz\u00e9chenyi Chain Bridge, from the Pest side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The typical cruise lasts 60 minutes if it&#8217;s the standard daytime one. If you opt for an evening cruise with dinner, it&#8217;s about 3 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/viator.tp.st\/FQsBHaSW\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/viator.tp.st\/FQsBHaSW\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A wide range of Danube river cruises<\/a>. Evening cruises with a welcome drink start from around 11-13 euros, which is quite affordable. There are cruises with unlimited prosecco for 25-35 euros and ones with a full dinner and live music for around 70 euros.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/getyourguide.tp.st\/S13qQWvS\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/getyourguide.tp.st\/S13qQWvS\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">It&#8217;s better to book tickets online<\/a>. At the location, especially for popular hours, there are hardly any available spots. Plus, not everyone can stroll along the waterfront to choose a program and time. The boats start from different parts of the waterfront from various piers, so walking might not cover it all.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>9 out of 10. Strongly recommended for those with limited time in Budapest. You&#8217;ll traverse the entire city center in an hour and see the main attractions. If you&#8217;re in Budapest for 4-5 days, you could probably cover all the important locations on foot. However, if you have the desire, a Danube cruise will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fishermans_Bastion\"><\/span><strong>Fisherman&#8217;s Bastion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An architectural marvel on the edge of Castle Hill, built at the beginning of the 20th century. Its main purpose was to adorn the background of St. Matthias Church. Despite its name, the Fisherman&#8217;s Bastion never served a defensive function. It gets its name from the fishermen&#8217;s houses that used to be between the bastion on the hill and the Danube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-6.jpg\" alt=\"Fisherman's Bastion Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3417\" style=\"width:706px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Fisherman&#8217;s Bastion was never truly a bastion.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/xUUZ5P17tyJyivzA7\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/xUUZ5P17tyJyivzA7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.50218707584762, 19.034784337374166<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Bastion consists of a two-story gallery with columns. Part of it is free to access, while the other part requires payment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ticket price: a little over 3 euros. However, it&#8217;s more worthwhile to pay for the entrance to St. Matthias Church. In the free section, there are also spots with beautiful views of the city and the Danube.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to the Fisherman&#8217;s Bastion is open 24\/7.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan about 10 minutes for this Budapest attraction. If you do decide to visit the paid section, add 10 minutes for that and another 15 minutes for queues at the ticket counters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>9 out of 10. If you begin your Budapest exploration from Castle Hill and the Fisherman&#8217;s Bastion is one of the first attractions, it&#8217;ll have a &#8216;Wow&#8217; effect. But if you&#8217;ve been in Budapest for a while, it&#8217;ll be another architectural marvel, the twentieth or thirtieth one you encounter.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Castle_Hill_Funicular_%E2%80%9CBudavari_Siklo%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>Castle Hill Funicular &#8220;Budav\u00e1ri Sikl\u00f3&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The railway funicular starts near the Sz\u00e9chenyi Chain Bridge and takes you to Castle Hill right up to Sandor Palace and Buda Castle. The funicular was built in 1870, but during World War II, it was bombed. It was fully restored to its original form and reopened only in 1986.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-7.jpg\" alt=\"Budapest funicular\" class=\"wp-image-3418\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Budav\u00e1ri Sikl\u00f3 funicular. A controversial Budapest attraction.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates of the lower station: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/3yJ2GhRf8AotFB1m6\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/3yJ2GhRf8AotFB1m6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.497916930909426, 19.039772588326006<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brief technical specs: \n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Only 2 cabins work in counterbalance. They simultaneously depart from the upper and lower stations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each cabin accommodates 24 people.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The entire length of the funicular is 95 meters! The hill&#8217;s height is 49 meters. The one-way trip takes 100 seconds, less than two minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ticket price: 4000 forints (more than 10 euros)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>4 out of 10. 10 euros for a 1-minute ride is a bit much. Besides, there&#8217;s a pedestrian staircase to the hill; you can ascend leisurely in 5-7 minutes. The funicular is mostly used by elderly tourists, families with small children, and those for whom 10 euros is insignificant.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sandor_Palace\"><\/span><strong>Sandor Palace<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The upper station of the Budav\u00e1ri Sikl\u00f3 funicular is right at the square in front of Sandor Palace. The palace was built in 1806 for the work of Hungary&#8217;s Prime Ministers. During World War II, it was completely destroyed. It was only restored in 2002! For almost 60 years, it was in ruins. Since 2002, Sandor Palace has been the official residence of the current President of Hungary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-8.jpg\" alt=\"Presidential residence in Hungary\" class=\"wp-image-3419\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In the photo, Sandor Palace is clearly visible; the glass building on the right is the upper station of the Budav\u00e1ri Sikl\u00f3 funicular, and the square in the center is where the changing of the guards ceremony takes place.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates of the palace: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/mpEfBMfYDbqEk3YMA\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/mpEfBMfYDbqEk3YMA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.497737665193505, 19.038095648965562<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The palace is closed to visitors but is freely accessible 24\/7 for outside viewing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right at the main entrance, there&#8217;s a square (in the photo above) and viewing platforms overlooking the city from the top of Castle Hill.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Also, every day at 12:00 on this square, there&#8217;s a changing of the guards ceremony. The entire process takes about 7 minutes and is free. Don&#8217;t be late.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>5 out of 10. The palace doesn&#8217;t offer anything particularly special. The only thing that might catch a tourist&#8217;s attention: panoramic viewing platforms and the changing of the guard ceremony. But there are viewing platforms all over Castle Hill.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Interesting Article: <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/castles-and-palaces-in-hungary\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1097\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Palaces, Fortresses, and Castles in Hungary<\/a> Worth Your Attention. Spoiler: Sandor Palace isn&#8217;t there \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"StMatthias_Church\"><\/span>St.<strong>Matthias Church<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>They built this Catholic church for the kings of Hungary back in the 14th century in a Gothic style. It&#8217;s a rare architectural style for Hungary, so the Matthias Church stands out among the other buildings in Budapest. Throughout its history, it was captured by the Turks, plundered, and completely burnt down. It&#8217;s situated about 20 meters away from the Fisherman&#8217;s Bastion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-9.jpg\" alt=\"Matthias Cathedral Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3420\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Matthias Church.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/MfeHzLYDHh9RL5xR6\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/MfeHzLYDHh9RL5xR6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.50195825885937, 19.034161859334006<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s accessible from outside round the clock and is free. The evening lighting is beautiful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entry to the church is paid. The price is 2500 forints (around 7 euros) for the church and an additional 2900 forints (8 euros) for the tower. You can buy a ticket just for the tower. Walking up: 200 steps and an ascent of 48 meters. One of the best panoramic viewpoints over all of Budapest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opening hours: from 9 AM to 6 PM or 5 PM, depending on the season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan 30 minutes for the tower and 20-30 minutes for the church interior.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official Website (where you can buy tickets to avoid long queues): <a href=\"https:\/\/matyas-templom.hu\/prices\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/matyas-templom.hu\/prices<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-10.jpg\" alt=\"cathedrals of Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3421\" style=\"width:706px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Matthias Church inside<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>9 out of 10. An incredibly impressive sight in Budapest, both from the outside and inside. I&#8217;m not particularly fond of religious landmarks, but this one surprises and amazes. The most common question: what&#8217;s better, visiting the church for 7 euros or the tower for 8? By the way, you won&#8217;t find a better viewpoint over Budapest. But with the choice, I won&#8217;t help, decide for yourselves. Note that the ascent might be tough for people with weaker physical fitness or various heart conditions.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gellert_Hill_Citadel_and_Statue_of_Liberty\"><\/span><strong>Gell\u00e9rt Hill, Citadel, and Statue of Liberty<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another Budapest attraction, I&#8217;d even say, several attractions. It&#8217;s in Buda on the same side of the Danube as Buda Castle but a bit more south. Gell\u00e9rt Hill has a park, plenty of benches, beautiful city views, and an excellent playground. At the summit of Gell\u00e9rt Hill, there&#8217;s the Statue of Liberty (Hungarian, not the one from New York) and the Citadel fortress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-11.jpg\" alt=\"Gellert Statue Liberty Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3422\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo of the Gell\u00e9rt Hill in 2023. The Citadel, and in front of it, the Statue of Liberty. Currently, everything is closed. But the hill itself and the park are open for free visits.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates of the hilltop and Citadel: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/73DroYgYZ9mD4B2n9\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/73DroYgYZ9mD4B2n9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">47.486839097233315, 19.046307334211193<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s a great place for walks and for families with kids to relax. The park is open for free 24\/7.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>1 out of 10. In the fall of 2023, the Citadel and Statue of Liberty closed for renovation for about a year and a half. Tourists have access only to the park. The park is quite ordinary, like all other parks. When they reopen the hilltop after the renovation, I&#8217;ll update the article and rating. But for now, there&#8217;s not much to do here, and there are plenty of viewpoints at attractions mentioned in this article above. If you visit this place and the hilltop is open, please write in the comments.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pauline_Monastery_and_Gellert_Cave\"><\/span><strong>Pauline Monastery and Gell\u00e9rt Cave<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Two different Budapest attractions located in the same place. Actually, there are three: also the Church of Our Lady in the rock. For enthusiasts of religious landmarks, I recommend this. Outside, the entire complex is free to access. The atmosphere adds to the fact that everything is inside a cave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-12.jpg\" alt=\"cave monastery Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3423\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here&#8217;s how the Pauline Monastery and Gell\u00e9rt Cave look from the Danube side. The entrance to this complex is from the left.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates of the entrance: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/2cqSthanHt6L2V14A\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/2cqSthanHt6L2V14A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.484854262687186, 19.05215141904227<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outside, these attractions are accessible for free and are open round the clock.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ticket price to enter the cave and monastery: 850 forints (a little over 2 euros)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opening hours: from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official Website of the church and monastery: <a href=\"https:\/\/sziklatemplom.hu\/eng\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/sziklatemplom.hu\/eng\/<\/a>. You&#8217;ll also find the schedule of services for those interested.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>5 out of 10. This is a case where the outside is much more interesting than the inside. But I&#8217;m not particularly fond of religious themes. If such attractions interest you, then of course, 2 euros is not much to limit yourself, boldly go inside. For everyone else, it&#8217;s enough to admire these architectural marvels from the outside.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Liberty_Bridge\"><\/span><strong>Liberty Bridge<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Budapest&#8217;s three main bridges over the Danube, connecting two districts of the city, Buda and Pest. Built in 1896, it was blown up by German forces in 1945 and restored a year later. Each of the bridge&#8217;s four masts features a bronze statue of turul, a bird from Hungarian myths, a messenger of the gods, and a symbol of Budapest. Additionally, the smallest monument in Budapest (actually not the smallest, there are smaller ones) is installed here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-13.jpg\" alt=\"Freedom Bridge in Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3408\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Liberty bridge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates of the bridge: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/qVGL3PLnZ72koVYk8\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/qVGL3PLnZ72koVYk8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.485691631407896, 19.054745602760107<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open round the clock and, of course, free.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>9 out of 10. Let me explain why such a high rating for an ordinary bridge over the Danube. Buy some wine or beer, cheese, Hungarian sausage, come to Freedom Bridge at sunset. Have you seen in the photo above the steel beams in the center of the bridge bend as low as possible to the pedestrian part? At sunset, many couples sit right on these beams, enjoying the Danube, Gell\u00e9rt Hill, passing boats, and sipping wine. You could be among them.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ll also tell you something not many know. There&#8217;s this Ukrainian sculptor, Mykhailo Kolodko, originally from Uzhhorod, now living in Hungary. He creates tiny sculptures and places them all over Budapest (and previously in Uzhhorod). Very cool stuff, finding them is a separate quest. And on Liberty Bridge, there&#8217;s a sculpture of Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I. Here&#8217;s your task, find it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hint: if you&#8217;re walking from Pest to Buda (toward Gell\u00e9rt Hill), the sculpture is on the railings on the right side of the bridge. For a clearer idea of what to look for, check the photo below. And if you find it, write in the comments of the article, &#8220;Thanks to the author for the tip&#8221; \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-14.jpg\" alt=\"Miniature sculptures in Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3424\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is how the monument on the railings of Liberty Bridge looks. In the background, you can see Gell\u00e9rt Hill, and at its summit, the Statue of Liberty.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Central_Market_Hall_of_Budapest\"><\/span><strong>Central Market Hall of Budapest<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A market is a place where you can learn many things about a country right away. Real travelers come to the city market first. Here, you&#8217;ll learn about prices, what the country lives on, and see some traditions and customs. In short, the market is a must-visit for every tourist. Specifically, this one is right near Freedom Bridge, with a huge variety of souvenirs, rows of vegetables, fruits, meat where locals shop. And on the second floor, there are many cafes with Hungarian cuisine dishes: you&#8217;ll definitely taste a real goulash here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Market coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/4GowdQsLoQD4jCfX9\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/4GowdQsLoQD4jCfX9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.4870876300945, 19.05848056447636<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operating hours: from 6 AM to 6 PM. In Hungary, most markets open this early; some even start at 5 AM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I recommend the market as a very colorful sight in Budapest. Buying souvenirs and having lunch or dinner here is quite expensive. There are plenty of places where it&#8217;s cheaper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan about 30-40 minutes to stroll through the rows; you can buy vegetables or fruits with average prices here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-15.jpg\" alt=\"market budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3425\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is how the Central Market Hall of Budapest looks from the street (main entrance) and inside.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>7 out of 10. The market is in a beautiful historical building. There&#8217;s a wide variety of everything here. We often buy vegetables and meat here. But anything for tourists like souvenirs, fast food &#8211; it&#8217;s really expensive, seriously pricey. Anyway, visiting is a must, but whether to buy something at the market or not, that&#8217;s up to you.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Elisabeth_Bridge_Erzsebet\"><\/span><strong>Elisabeth<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Bridge<\/strong>&nbsp;(Erzs\u00e9bet)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A suspension bridge over the Danube, one of Budapest&#8217;s three main bridges. Built in 1903, at the time of its opening, it was the largest suspension bridge in the world! The span was 290 meters long. Don&#8217;t confuse it with the Sz\u00e9chenyi Chain Bridge, which was built earlier and was also the world&#8217;s largest at the time of its opening. But the Sz\u00e9chenyi Chain Bridge is chain-structured, while Elisabeth Bridge is suspension. They say they&#8217;re different constructions, according to architects. As for me, they look very similar \ud83d\ude42 The bridge is named after Empress of Austria &#8211; Elisabeth of Bavaria, the one known as Sisi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/wGD4p6ueXmLJqter9\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/wGD4p6ueXmLJqter9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.49088, 19.0492<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free and available 24\/7.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-16.jpg\" alt=\"Elisabeth\u00a0Bridge budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3426\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is Elisabeth Bridge.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>4 out of 10. The least remarkable bridge in Budapest. I think Sz\u00e9chenyi Chain Bridge and Liberty Bridge are much more interesting and unique. But Elisabeth Bridge is in the city center, so it&#8217;s highly likely you&#8217;ll either walk over it or sail under it on a boat if you take a Danube river cruise.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Szechenyi_Thermal_Baths\"><\/span><strong>Sz\u00e9chenyi Thermal Baths<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No need for extra words, it&#8217;s the city&#8217;s symbol, its main and one of the most visited attractions in the country. Sz\u00e9chenyi Thermal Baths are a place that almost every tourist visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/1dW13s4xy8C3L8ao6\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/1dW13s4xy8C3L8ao6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.51865, 19.08237<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.szechenyibath.hu\/prices\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.szechenyibath.hu\/prices<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operating hours: from 7 AM to 8 PM, and until 9 PM in summer. There are nighttime baths too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ticket price: depending on the day of the week and season, it&#8217;s 25-35 euros.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/szechenyi-baths-in-budapest\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1602\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">For a comprehensive report, personal experience, and visiting advice for Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths, follow the link.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-17.jpg\" alt=\"Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths what to see in Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3427\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Main outdoor thermal pools in Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths. Open all year round.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>A stretch, but 8 out of 10. Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths &#8211; pure marketing. Yes, they&#8217;re cool, but certainly not the best. The whole problem is that 90% of tourists don&#8217;t even know that Hungary has 1300 thermal baths! That in Budapest alone, there are about two dozen thermal baths. There are ones no worse than Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths, maybe even better. At Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths, there are a lot of people. If you want more information, the link to the detailed review was mentioned earlier. If you&#8217;re ready to visit 2-3 Budapest baths, then go to Sz\u00e9chenyi, but if you have only one day and need to choose one bath, I&#8217;d go to Gell\u00e9rt or Rudas.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gellert_Baths_closed_for_renovation_from_October_1_2025_until_2028\"><\/span><strong>Gell\u00e9rt Baths (closed for renovation from October 1, 2025, until 2028)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In my opinion, these are the best baths in Budapest, but not the best in Hungary. By the way, I&#8217;ve visited over 40 Hungarian baths. Gell\u00e9rt Baths are the main competitor to Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths. These are lesser-known baths, meaning there are fewer people here. There are differences between these two baths. In short, Gell\u00e9rt Baths have a much more beautiful interior and larger indoor thermal pools compared to Sz\u00e9chenyi, which has more outdoor baths but not much to do inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A comprehensive report on <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/rudas-and-gellert-baths-in-budapest\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2166\">Gell\u00e9rt Baths<\/a>, along with a bonus review of Rudas Baths, also very cool, with a rooftop outdoor pool overlooking the Danube.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/zG8hi8LaVg24bhZX9\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/zG8hi8LaVg24bhZX9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.48374, 19.05162<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gellertfurdo.hu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.gellertfurdo.hu\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operating hours: from 9 AM to 7 PM, in summer until 9 PM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ticket price: Depending on the day of the week and season, it ranges from 25 to 35 euros.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-18.jpg\" alt=\"Sights of Budapest thermal baths\" class=\"wp-image-3428\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bath pool at Gell\u00e9rt Baths.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>10 out of 10. I can&#8217;t stand crowds of people. In Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths, there are just too many people. At Gell\u00e9rt Baths, there are far fewer visitors, more thermal pools, and the interior architecture is more beautiful. Personally, if I had to choose, I&#8217;d definitely choose Gell\u00e9rt. But I don&#8217;t impose my opinion on anyone. If you&#8217;ve never been to such places, Sz\u00e9chenyi will still amaze you; aside from the crowds, it&#8217;s very cool and classy here.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend reading the article: &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/thermal-baths-in-hungary\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2237\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Thermal Baths in Hungary<\/a>,&#8221; where you&#8217;ll learn about the world&#8217;s largest thermal lake and cave baths, among many other things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vajdahunyad_Castle\"><\/span><strong>Vajdahunyad Castle<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A very Instagrammable and cool attraction in Budapest that would adorn any social media feed. If you didn&#8217;t know the history, you might think it&#8217;s a castle from the 13th or 14th century. But in reality, in 1896, for a grand celebration, they built a castle in a Romanesque style using wood, plywood, and papier-m\u00e2ch\u00e9. After the festivities, they demolished it, but the people of Budapest loved it so much that they rebuilt it, this time from stone. Look at the photo below; who would say these are just ordinary decorations to beautify the city?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-19.jpg\" alt=\"Vajdahunyad Castle what is\" class=\"wp-image-3429\" style=\"width:706px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vajdahunyad Castle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/UyA6otsuyRtmRq8R9\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/UyA6otsuyRtmRq8R9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.51488, 19.08305<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The castle grounds are open to everyone for free. Inside the castle building, there&#8217;s an agricultural museum, but there&#8217;s not much to do inside. Remember, it&#8217;s all a fa\u00e7ade, and it&#8217;s beautiful only on the outside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On state holidays and national celebrations, there are always cool events here, medieval musicians playing, and mulled wine sold in winter. An overview of <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/traditions-and-holidays-in-hungary\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2413\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hungarian holidays and traditions<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can plan about half an hour for the park and an outside view of the castle. Opposite the castle on the other side of the river, there are benches with great views. You can relax there, have some wine and sandwiches, and enjoy the moment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>10 out of 10. Despite it all being a fa\u00e7ade, the place is very cool. The castle was built so well that there&#8217;s not a hint of doubt that it&#8217;s not real.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%D0%97%D0%BE%D0%BE%D0%BF%D0%B0%D1%80%D0%BA_%D0%91%D1%83%D0%B4%D0%B0%D0%BF%D0%B5%D1%88%D1%82%D0%B0\"><\/span>\u0417\u043e\u043e\u043f\u0430\u0440\u043a \u0411\u0443\u0434\u0430\u043f\u0435\u0448\u0442\u0430<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite Hungary being a small country they really love zoos here. Almost every city with a population of over 100,000 has a full-fledged zoo, not just a mini-zoo with sheep and ducks, but with lions, giraffes, rhinos, hippos. And of course, the leader of this rating is Hungary&#8217;s largest zoo &#8211; the Budapest Zoo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-20.jpg\" alt=\"budapest zoo prices\" class=\"wp-image-3432\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">For those who&#8217;ve come to Hungary with kids, I highly recommend the zoo, and right nearby is the Budapest Circus. Even if you&#8217;re without children and haven&#8217;t been to zoos for a long time, go ahead and visit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/5dDFcJyJhgF2cpK7A\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/5dDFcJyJhgF2cpK7A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.519032655002015, 19.077644438226027<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/tickets.zoobudapest.com\/hu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/tickets.zoobudapest.com\/hu\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operating hours: from 9 AM to 4 PM, in summer until 6 or 7 PM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ticket price: 4500 forints (around 12-13 euros).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan about 3 hours. The zoo is large, and there&#8217;s plenty of space to stroll.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>8 out of 10. A cool zoo, a large area, and big enclosures. The most important thing is that the animals look healthy and lively, and the enclosures are clean and well-maintained. Pleasant to look at. Overall, you won&#8217;t see anything extraordinary for a zoo, but if you&#8217;re traveling with kids, you can confidently come here; they will definitely enjoy it.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shoes_on_the_Danube_Bank\"><\/span><strong>Shoes on the Danube Bank<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A sad part of Hungary&#8217;s history. A memorial to the victims of the Holocaust during World War II. Here, on the Danube bank, Hungarian Nazis in 1944-45 carried out mass shootings of Jews. To avoid digging graves, they shot people right on the bank of the Danube. To save bullets, they tied everyone together, lined them up, and only shot the first person. They forced them to remove their shoes beforehand, and after the shooting, they sold them in the market. Tens of thousands of people were shot here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-21.jpg\" alt=\"Shoes on the Danube\" class=\"wp-image-3433\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A sad page in Hungarian history that should not be forgotten.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/JTqmc5wqLxsi7PNW6\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/JTqmc5wqLxsi7PNW6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.504156692263365, 19.04471702293069<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The memorial is open 24\/7 and absolutely free.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>10 out of 10. This is a very emotional place. If you don&#8217;t know the history, everything doesn&#8217;t seem so sad. But when you know what happened here just 75-80 years ago, you understand how cruel humans can be. It wasn&#8217;t that long ago, not 500 years ago, not 1000. There are still people alive who witnessed these events.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"St_Stephens_Basilica_Szent_Istvan\"><\/span><strong>St. Stephen&#8217;s Basilica<\/strong> (Szent Istv\u00e1n)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Budapest&#8217;s main religious attractions. The basilica is built in the Neo-Renaissance style, shaped like a Christian cross. It stands at 96 meters tall, similar to the height of the Parliament, making them the two tallest historical buildings in Budapest, not counting modern skyscrapers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/cimjTRiDu9tWeuod7\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/cimjTRiDu9tWeuod7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.500986182024775, 19.053929811317232<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bazilika.biz\/en\/visitors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.bazilika.biz\/en\/visitors<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ticket price: 5 euros for entry into the church itself. For 12 euros, you get access to all areas, including the crypt and an observation deck in one of the towers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-22.jpg\" alt=\"best places to visit in budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3402\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Also, each year from late November to December 31st, Hungary&#8217;s main Christmas market takes place in the square in front of this Basilica.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>7 out of 10. On one hand, it&#8217;s an impressive religious structure with lavish decorations inside, plus a stunning observation deck at 70 meters high. But on the other, in Budapest, nearly every third building is a church or cathedral, and there are only two free observation decks in Budapest. If you love religious sights and don&#8217;t mind spending 12 euros, go ahead, you won&#8217;t regret it. For everyone else, seeing the basilica from the outside will be enough.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Andrassy_Avenue\"><\/span><strong>Andr\u00e1ssy Avenue<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Budapest&#8217;s main boulevard, the capital&#8217;s grand street. There are many beautiful buildings, shops, and museums here. Just stroll around and admire the beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates of the avenue&#8217;s center: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/kUepDpxHTbTmdaEw9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.50774892770671, 19.06706501324807<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The entire length of the avenue is 2.3 km from start to finish, located in the Pest area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can leisurely walk the whole avenue in about 40 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-23.jpg\" alt=\"what to see and visit in budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3403\" style=\"width:706px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Andr\u00e1ssy Avenue is on the left<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>3 out of 10. There&#8217;s no wow factor. It&#8217;s just a boulevard. Even in Budapest, there are streets much cooler and more beautiful. It&#8217;s not worth spending time on this attraction. Many buildings were constructed after the war. If you&#8217;re walking from central Budapest to the famous Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths, you&#8217;ll happen to pass through Andr\u00e1ssy Avenue; it ends just 300 meters from the baths. If you miss this Budapest attraction, you won&#8217;t miss much.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"House_of_Terror\"><\/span><strong>House of Terror<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A museum dedicated to the genocide of the Hungarian people and the <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/religion-and-history-of-hungary\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3157\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">history of Hungary<\/a> in 20th century. Initially, it was the fascist occupation and dictatorship, followed by the Soviet era after World War II. The museum commemorates a sad chapter in the country&#8217;s history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-24.jpg\" alt=\"house of terror in budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3404\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The House of Terror is on Andr\u00e1ssy Avenue, impossible to miss.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/QqRhyjzysnUNQUqc9\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/QqRhyjzysnUNQUqc9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.506914004886255, 19.06512408133165<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.terrorhaza.hu\/hu\/muzeum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.terrorhaza.hu\/hu\/muzeum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opening hours: from 10 AM to 6 PM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ticket price: around 10 euros.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan about an hour, maybe a bit more if you&#8217;re exploring inside the museum.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>5 out of 10. Yes, it&#8217;s the country&#8217;s memory, but it&#8217;s a very heavy place. The horrors that humans can inflict on each other are shocking. Earlier, there was a story about the &#8220;Shoes on the Danube&#8221;, depicting how Germans executed Jews in Budapest, to give an idea of the museum&#8217;s exhibitions. The entire museum focuses on such themes. If it interests you, go ahead and visit.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hungarian_State_Opera_House\"><\/span><strong>Hungarian State Opera House<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hungarian Opera House &#8211; that says it all. A must-visit for opera lovers and enthusiasts. Tickets need to be bought well in advance. The opera house&#8217;s building is beautiful both inside and out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/zkyfoGKvgCFGekF97\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/zkyfoGKvgCFGekF97\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.50272275254929, 19.058323909861304<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.opera.hu\/en\/programme\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.opera.hu\/en\/programme\/<\/a>. You can buy tickets and book tours of the opera there.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tickets for performances sell out six months in advance. Prices start from 80-90 euros for the farthest seats in the hall. Art these days doesn&#8217;t come cheap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 60-minute tour of the opera house costs 9000 forints (25 euros).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-25.jpg\" alt=\"hungarian opera budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3405\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hungarian Opera. Tickets must be purchased six months in advance<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>7 out of 10. The opera house&#8217;s exterior is undoubtedly beautiful, but there are many such buildings in Budapest at every turn, and each subsequent one is more luxurious than the last. If you&#8217;re going here, it&#8217;s either for a tour or a performance. Inside, the opera is opulent. It all depends on your desire, finances, and planning. Not everyone can buy plane tickets six months in advance, let alone opera tickets in another country.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heroes_Square\"><\/span>Heroes&#8217; Square<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Heroes&#8217; Square is Budapest&#8217;s main or one of the main squares. It&#8217;s situated at the end of Andr\u00e1ssy Avenue, near the zoo and Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths. The square is part of UNESCO&#8217;s World Heritage List. In the center of Heroes&#8217; Square stands the Millennium Memorial with the archangel Gabriel and statues featuring the&nbsp;Seven chieftains of the Magyars&nbsp;and other important Hungarian national leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/CfH8z1aCFMgyS7rV6\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/CfH8z1aCFMgyS7rV6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.5152054463342, 19.078139512309974<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s free to visit and open year-round.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan around 15 minutes for the square.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-26.jpg\" alt=\"Heroes Square budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3406\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Heroes Square in Budapest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>7 out of 10. It&#8217;s unlikely you&#8217;ll pass by Heroes&#8217; Square if you&#8217;re on a sightseeing tour of Budapest or visiting Sz\u00e9chenyi Baths. Either way, you can spare about 10-15 minutes.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Margaret_Island_Margit\"><\/span><strong>Margaret Island<\/strong> (Margit)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A huge green island in the middle of the Danube River. You can reach the island via one of two bridges. Fifteen years ago, it was a wasteland full of garbage. Today, it&#8217;s a green park, with jogging paths and simply a place for walks and relaxation. It&#8217;s Budapest&#8217;s largest park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/BNtQ15Urgax9pHbM9\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/BNtQ15Urgax9pHbM9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.52420722256531, 19.046173422051105<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The island is entirely free and open 24\/7.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It takes 1-2 hours to explore the whole island.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On Margaret Island, you&#8217;ll find a Japanese garden and pond, an English rose garden, a 20th-century water tower (its observation deck is temporarily closed), a huge musical fountain, a singing well, two areas with outdoor gym equipment, the ruins of a Dominican monastery, plus 15 kilometers of jogging tracks, a stadium, courts, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-27.jpg\" alt=\"Margaret Island budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3407\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The green island in the photo is Margaret Island, it is really very large and completely open for recreation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>7 out of 10. It&#8217;s a classic park for relaxation. Locals come here with their families on weekends for picnics. There are many sports enthusiasts jogging or using the equipment. It&#8217;s a large, beautiful, well-maintained park, perfect for a leisurely stroll.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ruin_Bars_of_Budapest\"><\/span><strong>Ruin Bars of Budapest<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A unique phenomenon in the global gastro-tourism scene. In the early 21st century, near Budapest&#8217;s center in the Jewish Quarter, there were entire abandoned workshops of old factories slated for demolition. In 2002, a bar opened in one of these abandoned workshops, without even serving food, only drinks. No repairs were done as the building was supposed to be demolished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This bar became so popular that there are now more than 10 in Budapest. They are called ruin bars, and this format has spread worldwide. Interestingly, the very first ruin bar, Szimpla Kert, is still open and visitable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates of Szimpla Kert: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/mHpHxNUHracafYrp8\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/mHpHxNUHracafYrp8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.49699795880173, 19.063274489773217<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ruin bars are open from 3 PM until 4 AM, and from 9 AM on Sundays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All ruin bars in Budapest are in different locations. Today, there are even <a href=\"https:\/\/viator.tp.st\/CIv3p3wL\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/viator.tp.st\/CIv3p3wL\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">individual tours to ruin bars with a local guide<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entry to ruin bars is free. The space is huge, almost like a museum to wander through.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A glass of beer costs around 5 euros, cocktails start at 9 euros. Nowadays, they even sell fast food: burgers and fries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-28.jpg\" alt=\"ruin bars of budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3439\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Szimpla Kert our days. Nothing has changed in 20+ years<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>10 out of 10. Unique, unconventional, a truly original Budapest attraction. Have a drink, then move on. It&#8217;s important to understand that this isn&#8217;t a disco or nightclub; there&#8217;s no loud music and dancing. People sit and chat. You buy your drink at the bar (there are no waiters) and find a place to sit. This place comes to life around 9-10 PM and stays buzzing until morning. Usually, it&#8217;s very crowded.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vaci_Street\"><\/span><strong>V\u00e1ci Street<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Quite simple: Budapest&#8217;s main pedestrian and tourist street with everything that comes with it. Hundreds of cafes and restaurants, souvenir shops, small stores including all the global brand names, street musicians. It&#8217;s like any pedestrian street in the center of any European capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/eMpkuNFnzbYPJwyv6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.494487576158555, 19.052252692242416<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Life here is lively until late at night, not until 4 AM like the ruin bars, but many places remain open until 1 AM.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-29.jpg\" alt=\"Vaci street in Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3438\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Budapest&#8217;s main pedestrian and shopping street &#8211; V\u00e1ci<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>9 out of 10. This is where the action is. If you arrive during the day and need souvenirs, head to V\u00e1ci. If you want an evening of festivity and fun, go to V\u00e1ci. For me, V\u00e1ci Street resembles Istanbul&#8217;s Istiklal Avenue, just without the mussels. I recommend everyone to come here and experience the atmosphere of real Budapest.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Budapests_Main_Flea_Markets\"><\/span><strong>Budapest&#8217;s Main Flea Markets<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Actually, there are two, both large and both on the outskirts of the city. You can find the location of both on the map; which one is easier to get to\u2014I don&#8217;t even know, it&#8217;s a long journey to both :). These are classic flea markets where people sell their old things: piles of stuff right on the ground, on makeshift tables, lots of blatant junk that could be thrown away. You need to know what you&#8217;re looking for; otherwise, there&#8217;s not much for a casual observer to do here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>L\u0151rinci Flea Market: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/NKk97BFHkEfQngam8\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/NKk97BFHkEfQngam8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.443698807564225, 19.18531197672781<\/a>. Open from 6 AM to 2 PM, closed on Mondays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ecseri Flea Market: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Qpz3kdaVk6jyRCs37\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Qpz3kdaVk6jyRCs37\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.43594699770932, 19.14530417235167<\/a>. Open from 8 AM to 4 PM, no days off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Getting there is complicated; there&#8217;s no metro here, only buses. There are many routes. Use the BudapestGO app to plan your bus route and buy a ticket. The article about Budapest transportation was at the beginning; it talks about the BudapestGo app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-30-496x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Flea markets in Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3409\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I&#8217;ve picked the best stalls as an example. Most are just regular junk.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>3 out of 10. The markets are definitely cool; you can find many interesting things. But it&#8217;s worth going only for those who know exactly what they&#8217;re looking for among piles of garbage and useless junk. From my experience, the best day is Saturday. It&#8217;s better to visit both if you have a specific goal; you never know where luck might strike. If you just want to stroll and look without a goal, you can skip it, save your time, the journey isn&#8217;t easy.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nyugati_Railway_Station\"><\/span><strong>Nyugati Railway Station<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Budapest&#8217;s three main railway stations. The building was constructed in 1877 directly over the old one without demolition. Nyugati station still looks the same as it did 150 years ago. History says that during World War II, while 25% of all buildings in the city were completely destroyed, the station survived, only having new glass inserted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/5rqpZhpcX5LugzUR7\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/5rqpZhpcX5LugzUR7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.51063745986426, 19.057674430183432<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s an active railway station with trains departing 24\/7 to various destinations across Hungary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-31.jpg\" alt=\"Nyugati Railway Station budapest\" class=\"wp-image-3410\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">One of Budapest&#8217;s three active railway stations &#8211; Nyugati<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>6 out of 10. It&#8217;s not the central train station of New York, but it&#8217;s a beautiful building that operates just as it did 150 years ago, serving the same purpose. If you&#8217;re planning trips across Hungary, there&#8217;s nothing more convenient than trains. You can travel to almost any major city in the country by train, and your train might depart from Nyugati. The low rating is due to the presence of trash and marginal individuals (drinkers\/homeless), as is common in any major city&#8217;s train station.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"City_Park\"><\/span><strong>City Park<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Budapest&#8217;s City Park is somewhat similar to Margaret Island with its greenery and tranquility, yet entirely different. This park has a wealth of activities, interesting locations, and top Budapest attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coordinates: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/yzcgjbMWPT98Y8od8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">47.5141448072823, 19.085054420652106<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open to everyone for free, 24\/7.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-32.jpg\" alt=\"city park in Budapest attractions\" class=\"wp-image-3411\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In the City Park, there&#8217;s a promenade overlooking Vajdahunyad Castle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some cool locations in Budapest&#8217;s City Park (many from this list):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Budapest Zoo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sz\u00e9chenyi Thermal Bath<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vajdahunyad Castle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budapest Circus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heroes&#8217; Square<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Museum of Fine Arts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hungarian House of Music<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hot air balloon (real one)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Statue of George Washington (full-size) and busts of Ronald Reagan and Winston Churchill<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And there&#8217;s a cool Ethnographic Museum of Hungary, interesting because it offers free access to the museum&#8217;s rooftop, which has a whole park with walking paths.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/hungary\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/11\/budapest-33.jpg\" alt=\"Ethnographic Museum of Hungary\" class=\"wp-image-3412\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ethnographic Museum in the City Park, the rooftop is open to everyone absolutely for free<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Author&#8217;s Rating:<\/p>\n<cite>10 out of 10. Allocate an hour to stroll around the City Park; it&#8217;s big and has many interesting spots. I&#8217;d recommend visiting the Ethnographic Museum; it&#8217;s a modern, interactive museum with fantastic exhibitions, not just boring displays. The full ticket for all exhibitions and displays is 12 euros.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion: this isn&#8217;t a complete list of Budapest&#8217;s attractions, but it includes the most important places in the city. It&#8217;s easily expandable if desired, but trust me, these attractions will easily fill up 3-4, maybe even 5 days. However, not everyone has that much time to spend in Budapest. I hope this article helped you choose what you want to see in Budapest and what you might skip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wishing you vibrant experiences while exploring Budapest!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IMPORTANT: Below are useful links that will help organize your trip to Hungary and Budapest:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#f9f9fe\" class=\"has-background wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Flight<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/wayaway.tp.st\/QTMqa33n\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WayAway <\/a>&#8211; compares prices for flights among 30+ airlines flying to Budapest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tours and excursions:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/viator.tp.st\/oxrq9MSy\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/viator.tp.st\/oxrq9MSy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Viator<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/getyourguide.tp.st\/qMdO9yko\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/getyourguide.tp.st\/qMdO9yko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GetYourGuide<\/a> &#8211; the best services for finding tours in Budapest and Hungary with the largest database of activities in Hungary. They offer river cruises on the Danube, tickets to baths, and 1000+ tours (available in different languages).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accommodation, apartments, hotels, hostels<\/strong>: \n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tripadvisor.tp.st\/Xe1rRi3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TripAdvisor <\/a>&#8211; compares the prices among dozens of other booking services and offer the best price<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/trip.tp.st\/PVvEHKNS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trip.com<\/a> &#8211; the most popular booking platform<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Car rental<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/discovercars.tp.st\/3RVO6srh\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/discovercars.tp.st\/3RVO6srh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DiscoverCars<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/localrent.tp.st\/n6KQJPzz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LocalRent <\/a>&#8211; the leading and largest car rental services in Hungary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Travel Insurance<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/ektatraveling.tp.st\/EgDdeXmD\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/ektatraveling.tp.st\/EgDdeXmD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EKTA<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>eSIM<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/airalo.tp.st\/rUnrFWN2\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/airalo.tp.st\/rUnrFWN2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Airalo<\/a> virtual SIM card in Hungary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Taxi and airport transfers<\/strong>: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/intui.tp.st\/Kg96IMKW\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/intui.tp.st\/Kg96IMKW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Intui.Travel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pour yourself a coffee, you&#8217;re in for a good read with the extensive article &#8216;Budapest Attractions: TOP 30&#8217;. 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