Our Top 5 Things to Do in Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
Budapest is the capital and most populated city of Hungary. It is both a city and a county as is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. It is bisected by the Danube river and consists of two parts - Buda & Pest - which have been united to form the cities name in 1873.
Guess what, its not the Grand Budapest Hotel! We are sure there are loads of grand hotels in Budapest (such as the majestic Corinthia Hotel) but we rather preferred to stay in one of the many apartments which are for rent all throughout the city.
Budapest is made up of many different districts. When chosing an area to stay we decided to go to one of the most interesting districts full of history, culture and food - the Jewish district. We found a small but cosy & clean apartment called Transit Apartments Budapest which is located within this district. You can find a full review of the Budapest Apartments here.
Budapest has numerous things to do and places to see. During our stay we tried to explore as much as we could and put together a small list of our 5 best things to do in Budapest for you!
The Jewish district is one of the smallest but also most populated districts in Budapest. You will find a great mix of locals and tourists here which makes it a very interesting area to discover, both during the day and night. Streets here are filled with bars, cafés and restaurants. Especially famous are the ruin bars such as the Szimpla Kert, probably the most famous one of them. They are called ruin bars because they were built in the ruins of abandoned buildings, stores, or lots after World War II. Definitely a great place to grab some beers and experience their special vibe. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Guess what, its not the Grand Budapest Hotel! We are sure there are loads of grand hotels in Budapest (such as the majestic Corinthia Hotel) but we rather preferred to stay in one of the many apartments which are for rent all throughout the city.
Budapest is made up of many different districts. When chosing an area to stay we decided to go to one of the most interesting districts full of history, culture and food - the Jewish district. We found a small but cosy & clean apartment called Transit Apartments Budapest which is located within this district. You can find a full review of the Budapest Apartments here.
Budapest has numerous things to do and places to see. During our stay we tried to explore as much as we could and put together a small list of our 5 best things to do in Budapest for you!
The Jewish district is one of the smallest but also most populated districts in Budapest. You will find a great mix of locals and tourists here which makes it a very interesting area to discover, both during the day and night. Streets here are filled with bars, cafés and restaurants. Especially famous are the ruin bars such as the Szimpla Kert, probably the most famous one of them. They are called ruin bars because they were built in the ruins of abandoned buildings, stores, or lots after World War II. Definitely a great place to grab some beers and experience their special vibe. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
How it works: The full article is featured in the app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" on Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
Download the app to your mobile device to read the article offline and create a self-guided walking tour to visit the sights featured in this article. The app's navigation functions guide you from one sight to the next. The app works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.
Download The GPSmyCity App
Sights Featured in This Article
Guide Name: Our Top 5 Things to Do in Budapest
Guide Location: Hungary » Budapest
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Julian Schonfelder
Read it on Author's Website: http://apenoni.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-budapest/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Hungary » Budapest
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Julian Schonfelder
Read it on Author's Website: http://apenoni.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-budapest/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Szimpla Kert
- Dohany Synagogue
- Street Art
- Matthias Church
- Buda Castle
- Fisherman’s Bastion
- Szechenyi Bath
- Chain Bridge
- Hungarian Parliament
- Getto Gulyas
Insider Tips for Budapest, Hungary
Is Budapest Dog-friendly?
Budapest is one of those cities where traveling with a dog is totally doable, but not effortless. It’s not as relaxed as some smaller European cities, and it can be chaotic. However, if you plan a bit and know the rules, it works well. Here’s what it’s really like visiting Budapest with a dog.
Eating Out in Budapest
Hungarian food is characterised by paprika, yoghurt and dumplings. Main meals tend to be based around meat, in soups and stews, or grilled with potatoes and vegetables. Fish is plentiful, too: mostly freshwater varieties, as Hungary is landlocked.
Another Side (or Sides) to Pest
We didn’t follow a very planned route through the quarter but instead zigzagged up and down its streets. However we made a point of taking a few sights, starting with the sculpture that commemorates Carl Lutz, a Swiss diplomat who saved many Jews during the Holocaust. The memorial was erected in 1991 and shows Lutz, in the form of an angel, descending to rescue a fallen victim.
Bridges, Spas and Bars: 3 Days in Budapest
Budapest – Eastern Europe’s Rival to Paris – has bridges, bars and spas a plenty, but there is a lot more to discover there even on a short 3 day trip.
I made my trip to the city in June with my daughter. Read on for itinerary suggestions and plenty of practical tips to help you plan and get the most out of your own trip to Budapest.
I made my trip to the city in June with my daughter. Read on for itinerary suggestions and plenty of practical tips to help you plan and get the most out of your own trip to Budapest.
So, I Spent 5 Hours in Budapest, Hungary
During my stay in Hungary, we couldn’t miss a chance to visit Budapest. Even if it was for 5 hours. Yes, we only had 5 hours in Budapest due to lack of time but it was few of the best 5 hours in my life.
10 Must Sees in Budapest
Budapest is a famous destination for a city trip. During my city trip to the city, I discovered many beautiful sights which are definitely worth a visit.
Useful Travel Guides for Planning Your Trip
15 Must Buy Hungarian Things in Budapest
Other than the standalone language and catchy Czardas tune, there's a lot more to memorize Hungary by. Here are some of the things you might want to carry from Budapest to your family and friends back...
Insider Tips Overview
