Useful Budapest travel resources
The famous buildings of the capital’s premier park were erected by enthusiastic Budapest citizens to commemorate the country’s millennium in 1896.
At the imposing Hősök tere (Heroes’ square) the Archangel Gabriel raises the Holy Crown to a height of 36 m.… Read the rest here →
A buzz with pavement cafés, street artists, vendors, boutiques and nightclubs, the dowtown (belváros in Hungarian) or Inner City is the hub of Pest and, for tourists at least, the epicentre of what’s happening. Commerce and pleasure have been its lifeblood as long as Pest has existed, first as a medieval market town and later as the kernel of a city whose belle époque rivalled Vienna’s.… Read the rest here →
While peace and quiet is harder to find in Pest than it is in leafy Buda, you don’t have to trek out to City Park or Margaret Island to experience what is known as “park life” as a secluded spot is often never more than a few corners away.… Read the rest here →
The guide offers a blend of leisure and exploration for a captivating journey through Budapest’s splendors across three days. Begin with a luxurious coffee experience, dive into Budapest’s vibrant shopping scene, and marvel at the historic Great Market Hall. The journey transitions from urban marvels to natural beauty, including a serene walk across Liberty Bridge and an ascent of Gellért Hill for breathtaking views.… Read the rest here →
The “Budapest’s Bests in Two Days” page, offers an immersive exploration of Budapest’s renowned thermal baths, unique architectural gems, and sites reflecting Hungary’s diverse history. The itinerary encourages relaxation at Széchenyi Baths, exploration of Vajdahunyad Castle’s varied architectural styles, a visit to the temporarily closed Fine Arts Museum, a stroll up Andrássy út, insights into Hungary’s political past at the Terror House, and marvels at the Great Synagogue and the Art Nouveau brilliance of the Applied Arts Museum.… Read the rest here →