Why Budapest Should Be On Your Bucketlist, Budapest, Hungary

Budapest wasn’t originally on our radar, but when we finally decided to try a river cruise, it became our launching point. We arrived a couple of days early to explore — and we are so glad we did. This captivating city, rich in history, welcoming locals, and fantastic food, quickly won us over. In this post, we’re sharing the top sights to explore — all easily walkable or accessible by public transportation — to help you make the most of your own visit to Budapest.

Budapest is a landlocked city bordered by seven countries, and like Paris, it’s divided into numbered districts — 23 in total. District 1, known as the Castle District, sits on the Buda side of the Danube and is home to many of the city’s historic landmarks. We stayed in District 5, just across the river from the Castle District, which turned out to be an ideal home base. It was centrally located and within easy reach of many of the city’s key sights

Since Budapest was once two separate cities — Buda and Pest — the Danube River divides the city, with several bridges connecting the two sides. Today, there are eight main bridges spanning the river, and all are walkable, offering scenic views and a unique perspective of the city. Each bridge has its own story, but two of the most iconic are Liberty Bridge and Chain Bridge. Liberty Bridge, painted green with Art Nouveau styling, is especially striking and is used by pedestrians and trams. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).