One day in the city of budapest. What to see in Budapest in one day

Budapest is the capital of Hungary, formed in 1873 by the merger of three ancient cities - Buda, Obuda and Pest, located along the banks of the Danube. Buda and Obuda, located on the western bank of the river, captivate with the atmosphere of old streets and an abundance of historical monuments. Pest, which occupies the eastern bank of the Danube, admires the magnificent beauty of architecture and the scope of avenues. It is the only capital city-resort in Europe with healing thermal springs. When planning to visit this stunning city, it is better to plan your route in advance. Our guide will tell you what to see in Budapest in 5 days on your own, so that the trip will be captured by a bright event in the photo and in memory.

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Erzhebet Square

Erzsebet Square is one of the most beautiful squares in the center with buildings from the 18-19 centuries, capable of competing in beauty with palaces. The square will surprise you with a memorial to Michael Jackson and a fountain with a transparent bottom. Looking into the park with the Ferris wheel towering over it, you will see the Danube fountain with female figures representing the Danube tributaries: the Tisu, Drava and Sava rivers, crowned with a statue of Neptune. Then, taking bus number 16, you go to Széll Kálmán tér (final stop), where you get on tram number 59 or 61, following from the Danube.

Get off at stop 3, Városmajor, in the direction of the circular building of the Budapest Hotel, where you have to cross the tram lines to get to the rack railway. From there, take train # 60 and continue to the Gyermekvasút terminal station. This is an old road that was laid through the picturesque hills in 1874. After exiting the train, proceed to the Children's Railway, from where you will continue to the Jánoshegy stop, seeing the Elizabeth Lookout.

Elizabeth Observation Tower

Following the sign Erzsebet Kilato, you climb the mountain to a multi-tiered observation tower, which looks like a cake. Each tier, where one climbs the spiral staircase, has its own observation deck. From its highest point, located at an altitude of 527 meters, a breathtaking view of the Buda Hills, a green valley and a delightful Parliament opens up, which can be enjoyed free of charge from 8.00 to 20.00. After descending from the tower, head towards the cable car.

Libego cable car

The cable car stretches for 1040 meters with a height difference of 262 meters. It is an open suspended cradle moving at a speed of 4 km per hour. To use it, you need to buy a ticket for 1000 HUF. You have to get into the cradle and go on the go with the help of the staff serving them. The descent takes place smoothly, admiring the beautiful views, floating over the rooftops, courtyards and between trees. It takes no more than 15 minutes.

The cable car starts working at any time of the year from 10:00, in the summer until 19:00, and in the winter until 16:00, in the fall and spring until 17:00. Going down, go to the bus stop of bus # 291, which you pass five stops, getting off at Budagyöngye, where you change to tram # 61, which goes towards the round hotel "Budapest". Get off at Széll Kálmán, the second stop after the hotel, and walk to Buda Castle.

Buda Castle

A narrow medieval street leads to the 14th century St. Matthias Catholic Church, erected in a pompous late Gothic style. It is a large three-aisled temple, part of the Buda Castle complex, with the main entrance overlooking Holy Trinity Square. On the north side of the main facade, the church is bordered by the tower of King Bel, and on the opposite side is the Fisherman's Bastion. The Church of St. Matthias stands out for its multiple side chapels with openwork decoration of facades and an 80-meter bell tower.

The territory of the fortress, which has become an open-air museum, is free of charge. The wards charge a fee, which should be checked on the spot. View the interior from 9.00 to 17.00, on weekdays, on Saturdays until 13.00, and on Sundays from 13.00 to 17.00.

During the reconstruction of the 19th century, fragments of ancient Roman buildings that were included in Aquincum were discovered on the territory of the fortress. The most significant attraction of the fortress is Buda Castle, which is one of the sites under the protection of UNESCO. The castle-fortress was built in the 13th century and served as the residence of the Hungarian kings for many years. On the castle hill, don't go past the Royal Palace.

Royal Palace

The Royal Palace has become an adornment of the right bank of the Danube. The building, built at the beginning of the 20th century, appears in the grace of the Baroque style. It is impossible not to admire the baroque dome, ornamental gate with the mythical bird Turul, clutching a sword in its claws, which conquered its homeland for the Hungarians. The palace decor is impressive with sculptural compositions and luxurious fountains.

Inspired by the legend of the love of King Matiyash and the girl Ilonka, the fountain in the courtyard depicting their figures brings happiness to lovers. Today, the Royal Palace is a cultural center that includes an art gallery, a national library and a history museum. It can be viewed from October to March every day, except Mondays, from 10.00 - 18.00, and in summer until 19.30.

Funicular

From the Royal Palace we go to the platform with the Schiklo funicular, built at the initiative of the son of Count Széchenyi in 1870 and reconstructed at the end of the last century. It works from 7.30 am to 10 pm. After purchasing a ticket for 1200 HUF, get into a 19-century-style trailer with three multi-level cabins. There are 2 registered carriages on the funicular - Gellert and Margit.

The funicular travels 95 meters in 90 seconds, and you find yourself at the bottom station - Adam Clark Square with the Kilometer Zero monument. There is a staircase next to the funicular for those wishing to walk this path.

Szechenyi bridge

Leaving the funicular, we will find ourselves next to the Szechenyi chain suspension bridge, which in 1849 connected Buda with Pest - Adam Clark Square with Roosevelt Square. The bridge was built thanks to the famous politician Count Szechenyi, who invested a lot of effort and money in the construction, and therefore was named after him. It is called `` chain '' because of the large number of thick chains that support the bridge road, which stretches for 375 meters.

The picturesque suspension bridge has become the hallmark of the city, decorating all its tourist guides. On both sides, the bridge towers are decorated with the coats of arms of Hungary and sculptures of smiling lions. The historical bridge is covered with legends, according to which it is worth making a wish, crossing it to the other side or sailing under it on a boat - the wish will come true. Come to the bridge at dusk, when the bridge is mesmerizingly illuminated by numerous chain lamps and floodlights on the bridge piers.

Szechenyi Square

Crossing the bridge, you will come out to Széchenyi Square, where a luxurious Art Nouveau building - the Gresham Palace - is striking. The architecture is striking, combining whimsical towers with spiers, graceful bay windows, columns and arches into one whole. A hand reaches out to capture the façade with floral patterns and numerous sculptures on the pediment and the forged entrance gate with walking peacocks.

Today, the palace houses the luxurious rooms of the Four Seasons Hotel Budapest. Two monuments on the square are of interest - the Hungarian thinker Ferenc Deak in the south and the politician Istvan Szechenyi in the north.

2 day

We suggest starting the excursion of the second day in Pest from the Szent István tér square, and end with a walk in the historic Lipotvaros quarter. We will outline the main attractions of the route in the order of their visit.

Basilica of St. Stephen

On the Szent István tér square, attention will be drawn to the building of St. Stephen's Basilica - the largest cathedral in the Hungarian capital. Built in the shape of a Latin cross in the neoclassical style, the temple rises 96 meters above the city. It is available to watch it inside on Monday-Friday from 9.00 to 17.00, on Saturday from 9.00 to 13.00, Sunday from 13.00 to 17.00.

It is worth at least a few minutes to go to the basilica to enjoy the beauty of the interior with elaborate mosaics and marble columns. Here you can climb to the dome, where there is an observation deck, and take a bird's-eye view of the whole of Pest with your gaze and a camera lens. You can climb to the site from 10.00 to 16.30 in winter and until 18.30 in summer for 1.7 €. No buildings are allowed above the temple in the center of the capital.

Andrássy Avenue

Andrássy Avenue starts from St. Stephen's Square, nicknamed for the scale and picturesqueness of the Champs Elysees in Budapest. It makes an enthusiastic impression with buildings and mansions built by prominent architects in the guise of a pseudo-historical style. Walking along the avenue, you will enjoy the view of the Opera City Park Varoshligeto Theater, erected in the neo-Renaissance style with baroque details and 16 statues of famous composers on the facade; the French Renaissance of the Drechsler Palace, which housed the Institute of Ballet.

Turning onto Nagymöse Street, considered the local Broadway, you will see a gallery of unusual sculptures and traces of famous Hungarian artists on the asphalt. The street is literally dotted with stylish cafes, theaters and a pretty piece of Paris - its Moulin Rouge. From here you can walk to the city park or take the Kodály körönd metro line on line 1 and after 2 stops get off at Hősök tere station.

Varoshliget city park

Leaving the metro, find yourself on Heroes' Square with two semicircular colonnades dedicated to the heroes of Hungary, where between the columns are the sculptures of the rulers of Hungary of the IX-XIV centuries from the Arpad dynasty cast in bronze. The towering column in the center is crowned with the figure of the Archangel Michael. Behind the colonnade starts the Varoshliget City Park, which is a huge complex with picturesque landscapes, attractions and sights. The following are especially popular for tourists:

• castle complex Vayndahunyand, built for the 1000th anniversary of Hungary. It combines 21 fragments of Hungarian architectural masterpieces in various styles: Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque. Next to the castle-pavilion you will see an interesting monument to the chronicler Anonymous
• szechenyi Bath - a luxurious 19th century building and the largest sauna and health complex in Europe with thermal and ordinary pools filled with mineral water
• a zoo, where 3 thousand different animals live in conditions close to their natural habitat and enclosures, fenced with glass
• museum of Transport, established in 1896. It contains all the samples of transport from the 19th century. It will be interesting to get acquainted with real train carriages of the past years, a collection of BMW models, with models of sailing ships and steamers of the past centuries
• an eight-meter hourglass set to commemorate the country's entry into the European Union

Leaving the park, head to the trolleybus stop # 70, and drive towards the Parliament until the final stop.

Lipotvaros

The historic quarter of Pest-Lipotvaros is an unusually beautiful area with a lot of places of interest. Start your tour from Lajos Kossuth Square, where the neo-Gothic Parliament Building, recognized as the largest and most beautiful in Europe, stands out. 40 million pieces of bricks and 40 kg of gold were used for its construction. The entire history of the state is presented on the parliamentary facade with 88 statues of Hungarian kings, famous political and military figures.

In addition to the Parliament, the Ethnographic Museum is of interest on the square, open for visits from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00 to 18.00, there are many historical monuments. Next, walk to Freedom Square - decorated with luxurious historical mansions, where the building of the Hungarian State Treasury will catch your attention. From here, return to the Erzsébet tér to continue along the Pest Quay after a short rest.

Pest embankment

Central Embankment - Dunakorzo stretches in Pest between the Chain Bridge and the Elisabeth Bridge. It looks like a wide cobbled street for walking, with cast-iron benches, trees and flowering beds. From here, there are wonderful views of the Buda Castle, the two-tower Church of St. Anne and the Royal Palace. There are many monuments on the embankment, but one of them - representing 60 stone pairs of shoes, placed near the water's edge: belonging to people of different ages and professions does not leave anyone indifferent.

This is a monument to Jews killed in World War II, who were stripped of their shoes before death. Tram tracks with fencing are laid along the rest of the coast. After walking along the embankment to the bridge, take tram number 2, after passing to the Margaret Bridge, change to another tram number 2 and reach the Fővám tér stop, which is practically under the Freedom Bridge. From it you will enter Buda on foot across the bridge.

Mount Gellert

Going down to the Danube, Mount Gellert, representing a pile of dolomite, with a height of 235 meters is one of the symbols of the city. It houses the buildings of the famous baths, the memorial of St. Gelert, the Citadel and the Freedom Monument. In the picturesque area of \u200b\u200bthe mountain, you will find many sites for photographing the views of Pest and the bridges over the Danube. The name of the mountain is due to the personality of the Catholic Saint Gerard, who died from imprisonment in a barrel thrown from the mountain.

You will see a monument to him on the slope of the mountain. Having climbed to the top of the mountain with the Citadel of the 19th century, intended for observing the city, you can examine it from the inside for 3600HUF by visiting the Military Museum located within its walls. It is open from 9.00 to 20.00 (May 1-September 30) and from 9.00 to 17.00 (October 1-April 30). Near the Citadel, the Freedom Monument in the form of a figure of a woman with a palm branch in a raised hand and allegorical sculptures of the struggle between good and an evil spirit near her feet rises 14 meters. Going down the path, you will come out to the Erzsebet bridge, and walk to the stop of trams 19 and 41.

Buda embankment

Take a tram ride along the Buda embankment, admiring the beauty of the historic buildings along its coast. The tram line, fenced with railings, runs along the upper level of the two-level embankment. Below is a pedestrian part, paved with granite chips and not protected from water. There are no monuments, cafes and shops on the Buda embankment, there are only benches for rest. Get off at the stop near Margaret Bridge.

Margaret bridge

The Margaret Bridge was built in 1876. Its peculiarity was the connection of two banks with a small Danube island, which stretches for 0.5 km in width and stretches for 2.5 km. A walk across the bridge with a visit to the island gives a lot of impressions. After passing the first half of the bridge on the left side in front of the road to the island, cross it along the pedestrian crossing to the opposite side to admire the magnificent views of the Parliament and Buda Castle.

Continue on to St. Stephen's Boulevard, which was built at the end of the 19th century with beautiful houses in the style of the Austro-Hungarian Art Nouveau. Passing the Comedy Theater, the road will lead to the West Station Square.

Western station

The building of the western station - Nyugati, built in 1877 according to the project of the "Eiffel" company, is considered the most beautiful station in Europe. You will be convinced of this by going around it from all sides. From the pedestrian green square of the Eiffel Nyugati with graceful facade decoration, huge windows, a cascade of lawns and fountains in front of the entrance. evokes an association with a palace. Its main façade, overlooking the Grand Boulevard, admires the imperial turrets that surround the glass landing above the platforms on both sides.

Go inside the station to see the ancient interior of the hall with the ticket offices, other halls, impressive with ancient frescoes and stained glass windows. In the south wing, you'll see the world's most beautiful McDonald's. Today, the station serves for the departure and arrival of suburban trains and for the sale of tickets for international trains departing from the Keleti East Station.

Day 3

The third day in the Hungarian capital we will continue exploring the sights of the left bank in Pest. The route runs from Vereshmarty Square to Vaci Street. On the way, you will come across many places of interest, worthy of attention and capture on photos and videos.

Vereshmarty Square

Start at Vereshmarty Square, surrounded by elegant old buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries and beautiful new houses. The square is named after the famous poet Mihai Vörösmarty, whose marble monument stands in its center. The figure of the poet, standing on a pedestal, is depicted as reading to the people his creation "Call". A fountain with streaming jets of water from the mouth of lions and unusually beautiful lanterns attract attention on the square.

Stop by a famous old pastry shop to sample traditional Hungarian desserts in a pristine setting, with damask walls, antique artist paintings and elegant tables with wicker chairs. After seeing the beauty of Vereshmarty, head to the Deák Ferenc tér square - a beautiful place and transport interchange.

Deak Ferec Square

This is the largest square in the city named after the 19th century politician Ferenc Dick. First of all, it is notable for the location of an old Lutheran church, built on the foundations of the 17th century. The neoclassical building is decorated with a pair of Roman columns in front of the entrance, and the facades from the courtyard with bronze reliefs. A bell tower rises above the temple and a chapel dating back to 1829 stands nearby. Right on the square is the second neoclassical cathedral, dedicated to St. Stephen.

Another historical building - the Anker Palace, 53 meters high, looks colorful in the architecture of an eclectic style. A baroque building belonging to the Budapest government attracts attention. In its courtyard you can see an exhibition of medieval sculptures. Then it is convenient to walk to Servit Square.

St. Anne's Church

The decoration of the Servite Square is the snow-white Church of St. Anne, built in 1732 in the Baroque style. Today it appears in an eclectic façade redesigned in 1878, which does not diminish its artistic value. The church was built by the order of the Servites, meaning servants of Mary. On its façade, of interest are the columns of Mary, statues located in niches, openwork rose windows and elements of elaborate decor. A graceful bell tower rises above the temple. Its interior features elaborate altars with unique icons and a statue of Pope John XXIII.

Former Turkish Bank Building

Another attraction of Servite Square, distinguished by the luxury of Hungarian Art Nouveau, is the building of the former Turkish Bank, built in 1906. It will be remembered for the amazing mosaic fresco on the pediment called "Glory to Hungary", decorated with bas-reliefs of jellyfish below. The mosaic depicts the Virgin Mary surrounded by two angels, towering over the people waiting for her blessing.

The façade also looks bright thanks to the large arched windows with balconies, bright mosaics on the portico. From here, walk past the yellow and red Baroque City Council building to the Great Synagogue.

Great Synagogue

The main synagogue, built in the middle of the 19th century, is a popular tourist attraction. It was designed in Byzantine style architecture with the addition of oriental motifs to the design of the facade and interior. The interior of the synagogue will remind of a Catholic church with rows of benches, stands on the sides and an ambo serving for preaching.

Leaving the Synagogue, take a look into its courtyard, which has become a memorial park for the Jewish victims of the Holocaust. In memory of them, a metal weeping willow is installed, where the name of a murdered Hungarian Jew is engraved on each leaf. You can visit the Synagogue from 10.00 to 18.00 for 2250 HUF, but with a tourist card "Budapest" - 2000 HUF.

Galleries "Parisian Dvor"

Moving from the Great Synagogue in the direction of Karoli Avenue, you will find yourself in a picturesque corner of Budapest - Ferenciek tere. It is decorated with the Franciscan Church and the arcade of the shopping arcade, called the "Parisian Court". You will see covered galleries that colorfully combine Venetian Gothic, Renaissance with Art Nouveau style. If you look closely, you will see relief bees on the walls, which are considered a symbol of thrift in Hungary.

After wandering through the shopping arcade, open on weekdays from 10.00 to 21.00, then be guided by two Art Nouveau buildings with towers facing each other, walk to the Belvaros parish church - the oldest in Budapest, then return to Karoli Avenue and walk to Edyethem Square where the university church stands.

University church

The structure of the university church is a true example of the classical baroque. The one-nave temple was built by monks of the Pavlikan Order in 1742, and 30 years later it was crowned with a tower. The church is distinguished by a high façade with columns, completed with a tympanic niche. The niche is decorated with sculptural figures of Saints Anthony and Paul, separated by the emblem of the Pavlikian order. The church porch conquers with skillful wood carving.

The walls of the hall are decorated with marble pilasters, the ceiling was painted in the 18th century by the famous Johann Bergl with frescoes depicting scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary. The old sculptures of saints deserve attention behind the main altar. It is interesting to see the old pulpit, the choir fence and many items made by the monks of the order with their own hands. You can see the church interior from Monday to Saturday from 9.00 to 16.30.

Hungarian National Museum

Don't miss the Hungarian National Museum, which showcases the history and art of Hungary from the founding of the state until the late 1990s. You will walk to it from the square to the Museum Street. It is housed in a beautiful historic building dating back to 1802. The basis of its exposition was the collection donated to the city by Count Ferenc Cacheni, which included coins, books and manuscripts of the politician.

For 2 centuries, the museum has been replenished with historical artifacts and art objects. Paying 1600 HUF entrance, you will feel awe at the sight of the clavichord, against which the genius hand of Mozart was leaning, the harp of Marie Antoinette and the grand pianos, behind which Beethoven and Liszt worked. The portrait gallery will acquaint you with portraits of the kings and princes of the Arpad dynasty. The museum ticket offices are open from 10.00 to 17.00 daily, except Mondays when the museum is closed.

Central market

From the museum, move on to the Central Market located on Wofam Square. The market deserves a visit not only for the abundance of fruits, vegetables, famous Hungarian meats, smoked bacon, sausages and paprika. The steel building of the central market, covered with a multi-colored roof, is a real architectural masterpiece of the late 19th century. You will receive a huge aesthetic pleasure from the view of the facade, completed with turrets and openwork windows.

The market opens at 6 am, working on Mondays until 5 pm, from Tuesday to Friday until 6 pm, and on Saturday until 2 pm. It will seem strange to you that on Sunday the market is a day off! Before shopping, to compare prices and assortment, go to the supermarket located in the basement of the market.

Vaci street

Leaving the Central Market, go straight to the pedestrian street Vaci, dotted on both sides with expensive restaurants and cafes, antique and souvenir shops, fashion boutiques. Carried away by looking at the colorful showcases, do not pass by the historical monument of the 19th century - the House of Tonet at number 11, notable for the Art Nouveau architectural style. Its facade, decorated with bright mosaics, is delightful. We end the third day of the excursion with a promenade along the picturesque Vaci street.

Day 4

This day can be devoted to resting from historical and cultural attractions. Nature lovers can visit unique caves and enjoy communicating with animals. For those wishing to improve their health, the best European baths are open. We hope that the information provided here will help you make the best choice on how to spend your fourth day in the Hungarian capital.

Palveldi cave

In the thickness of the Buda Hills, the Palveldi stalagmite cave, discovered in 1904, stretches for almost 30 kilometers in a network of tunnels. You can go through it with multilevel labyrinths from Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00 to 16.00. Formed millions of years ago by the action of thermal springs, the underground kingdom is permeated with healing air. Here you will see corridors teeming with dripping stones, the "Theater Hall" of the cave will surprise you with a hanging stalagmite in the shape of a "Damocles sword", according to legend, falling on unfaithful spouses.

There is an underground zoo with figures of elephants, crocodiles and exotic animals, a hall of fairy tales with guessed characters. When going to the cave, keep in mind that the excursion is suitable for tourists with good physical shape and not for obese people because of the narrow corridors in some places. A ticket to the cave costs 1400 HUF, the tour is guided and lasts up to 1 hour. You can get to the cave by bus # 65, from Kolosy Square, getting off at the 5th stop.

Margaret Island

Margaret Island, stretching on the Danube between the Arpad and Margit bridges for 2.5 km and up to 0.5 km wide, is a protected area with a beautiful arboretum, where mineral thermal springs gush. Two high-profile hotels located within the island are part of the balneological complex with modern equipment. Wonderful landscapes of the park with a Japanese garden, multicolored alpine slides, freshness of fountains, fragrance of rose gardens, Palantinus beach is a great place for relaxation.

The island is equipped with tennis courts, swimming pools, children's paddling pools. There is leisure time for every age. Tourists with an interest in history can walk through the ruins of a 13th century monastery, see the chapel of St. Michael, the singing well of Bodor and monuments to famous people of Hungary. It is a great pleasure to ride a boat from the island to the center.

Zoo

The zoo is located in the picturesque city park Varoshliget in the center. It has become one of the most visited attractions in the capital. At the entrance to the zoo, they give out a map with a diagram of the location of animal species and indicate the time of their feeding. In the landscapes of the zoo, where about 1500 plant species grow, there are many beautiful buildings and sculptures created by Hungarian designers. Among this splendor, 3 thousand different species of animals are kept in glass enclosures and corners close to their natural habitat.

In specially designated contact points, you can touch the animals and feed them, it will be a pleasure to visit the Butterfly House, the palm pavilion and the oceanarium. In summer, opening at 9.00, the zoo is open from Monday to Thursday until 18.00, from Friday to Sunday until 19.00. In winter until 16.00, in March until 17.00, April and October until 17.30, in September until 18.00. A standard adult ticket costs 3000 HUF.

Szechenyi Baths

The Széchenyi Baths, dating from 1909, are considered the largest bath complex in Budapest and Europe. Externally, the building of the bathhouse is comparable to a luxurious palace. Its luxury is not inferior to the interior of 11 internal baths with mineral water from + 18⁰C to + 40⁰C - healing, calming and seething. They are complemented by several indoor and outdoor pools. One of them is a “surprise” pool. In it you will experience the effect of a vortex flow, water bubbles and jet massage with healing water at + 34⁰С.

In the Széchenyi bathing pool, you can play a game of chess while sitting in the pool, take a steam bath in light, aromatic and Finnish saunas, take health and beauty sessions in the wellness center and SPA. Bath accessories are available for rent here. Along with the entrance ticket, which costs about 14 € on weekdays and 15 € on weekends, visitors are given a bracelet that serves as the key to the locker. Changing rooms for men and women are located separately.

The Szechenyi Baths are open seven days a week from 6.00 to 22.00 - outdoor pools, until 19.00 - thermal pools, steam cabins and saunas. You can just get there by metro (yellow line) or trolleybus no. 72 (station and stop Széchenyi fürdő).

Bath Gelert

The building of the Gellert spa bath, built in 1918, looks like a luxurious palace in Art Nouveau architecture, not a hydropathic establishment, and delights in the richness of the interior. At the entrance to the hall, the beauty of the stained-glass windows, illustrating the plots of the epic, is stunning. Marble columns, bronze sculptures, leather sofas and pretty fountains that exude healing water create a luxurious setting. The Gelert Bath has 13 pools with mineral water of various temperatures, of which 10 are indoor.

Men and women bathe separately in the thermal pools, so you can stay in them without a bathing suit. If you want to swim in the open air in the wave pool or do water aerobics, bring a swimsuit, and you can rent slippers and a towel. The Gelert complex together with a luxury hotel adorn the right bank of the Danube - Buda.

It is easy to get here by trams: 19, 47, 18 and 49 and by buses 7A, 7 and 86. Tourists staying at the hotel can visit the bathhouse free of charge. For other visitors, the price of a ticket with a cabin is from 5600 HUF to 5800 HUF for 3 hours of bathing. Feel the bliss of relaxation in the thermal waters available from 6 am to 8 pm.

Bath Lukac

There are 5 swimming pools in the Lukacs bath, heated from + 22⁰C to + 40 ° C and one entertainment pool with water from + 33⁰C to + 35 ° C with geysers and a whirlpool. There is 1 swimming pool equipped with spine stretching devices and 2 outdoor swimming pools with a comfortable temperature of + 26 ° C. The healing water in the pools is rich in calcium, fluoride, sodium, magnesium and various trace elements.

The wellness section, held in the hammam, saunas, ice plunge pool and salt room, add a pleasant lightness to the body. In the outdoor pools, romantic lighting turns on in the evenings, and incendiary discos are held on Saturdays. Soak up the thermal waters in the afternoon with a cabin rental from 3500 HUF on weekdays and up to 3700 HUF on weekends. Holders of the Budapest Card use the bathhouse free of charge during the day. Massages and mud treatments are available for an additional fee.

The swimming pool opening hours are from 6.00 to 22.00. Opening hours of the drinking pavilion from 11.00 to 18.00. You can get to the Lukach baths by trams # 4, 6, 17 and 19 and walk 5 minutes or by buses # 91, 191, 291 to Margaret Island.

Bath Rudash

The Rudas Bath attracts attention with its architecture, expressed by an abundance of Turkish motives. Its "highlight" is the octagonal pool, called the "bath of the green pillar," after the color of one of the eight multi-colored columns supporting the 10-meter-high dome. In the drinking pavilion, experience the taste of the mineral springs Juventus, Hungaria and Attila, from which you will take relaxing baths.

The visit to the Rudas Baths starts at 8.30 and ends 1 hour before closing at 20.00. On Monday, Wednesday-Friday, only men swim. On Tuesday, the entire bathhouse is given to women. On Saturdays and Sundays, women and men visit the bathhouse together.

A package ticket including wellness, thermal and swimming pools will cost HUF 5,000 during the day and HUF 500 more at night. A visit in the morning before 12.00 costs 2800 HUF, in the afternoon with a thermal pool and a cabin - 3500 HUF. Travel to the baths by buses 7, 8E, 108E, 110, 112, 907 and 973 and trams - 17, 19, 41, 56 and 56A.

Kirai Bath

Royal Turkish Baths - Kirai, built in the 16th century by the Turks, can be recognized by the roofs resembling mushroom caps. Visitors experience the fairytale atmosphere of the baths, with overhanging ceilings and intimate light. There are usually not many people in a large hall with a round pool covered with a dome, so in an atmosphere of silence it is possible to plunge into a state of nirvana while lying in warm water with light steam emanating from it.

Thermal water in the royal bath comes from the springs of the Lukas bath through the water supply, so there is no difference in the composition of the mineral water. A ticket here costs 2600 HUF with a booth. There is no division into women and men, except for the changing rooms, everyone swims together. Baths are open from 9.00 to 21.00, and the ticket office closes at 20.00.

It's easy to get here: from the Batthyany ter metro you have to go in the direction of the Margaret Island. Taking trams 4, 6, get off at the “Margit hit” stop and walk along Fő street towards the castle. By the way, they are named royal by the name of one of the owners - Kening, which translates as king.

Dangar Bath

The Dandar bath was built in 1930 on a small street in the area of \u200b\u200bthe nearby Petofi Bridge. Dangar was built as a folk bath. This institution remains to this day, given that the prices for services here are democratic. The cheapest ticket in the evening is 1100 HUF, and the standard ticket is 1450 HUF. A separate ticket is sold for each type of pool in the bath.

The infrastructure of the health establishment does not lag behind more eminent relatives. Inside there are spacious baths, showers and a comfortable sauna, a steam bath and a cold pool, two indoor and outdoor pools with a temperature of + 36⁰C - + 38⁰C.

The bath has its own well with carbon dioxide, hydrocarbonate-calcium water with a high fluorine content. You need to go to the bathing house by tram number 2 to the Haller street stop and walk a little, focusing on the Zwack - Unicum factory, which produces the famous Hungarian liqueur. The bathhouse is open from Monday to Friday from 6:00 to 20:00, Saturday and Sunday until 14:00.

Evening walk through the city center and its bars

Twilight will descend only in Budapest, the doors of museums and temples are closed. Then the path opens to the world of the bewitching beauty of night streets, bars with the originality of interiors, intoxicating drinks and the atmosphere reigning in them. When the stars are lit in the sky, you can fully experience the spirit of Budapest. On an evening walk, you will be imbued with the energy of St. Stephen's Cathedral, seen from a different angle and light.

On the chain bridge, breathtakingly illuminated, you will learn a lot about the historic districts of Buda and Pest, enjoy the panorama of the Danube, admire the glowing building of the world's most beautiful Parliament and feel the aura of Freedom Square. We suggest completing the excursion program in a hike through the ruin bars, which will please not only alcohol lovers.

You will be amazed by the interiors and décor of the ruin bars with a pig-shaped disco ball, a shell-shaped bar counter and many cool details. Having visited 5 of these establishments, you will learn about the origins of the culture of ruin bars, get acquainted with their architecture, courtyards, mingle with the local public and try signature cocktails. The excursion takes the form of an exciting walking tour for 1-10 people.

Day 5

The last day of your stay, having gone through the obligatory program on your own, traditionally included in numerous tours to the sights of the Hungarian capital, I want to end with a bright final chord. At the end of our voyage, we will offer several interesting places and entertainment so that you can choose what you like.

Eger and Miskolctapolca

A trip to Europe's only unique bathhouse in Miskolctapolc, located in the bosom of a cave surrounded by a beech forest, will be an unforgettable event in life. Having received a two-hour pleasure (from 11.00 to 13.00) in the thermal pool with beautifully illuminated + 30⁰C water with hydromassage, then having rest in the stalactite hall, you will go on a two-hour sightseeing tour to Eger.

In this picturesque city, imbued with a medieval atmosphere emanating from baroque buildings, you will see all the sights and admire the architecture of the old minaret. Further, the path will lead to the Valley of Beauties, where in an original Hungarian tavern, you will be treated to national cuisine, and in one of the wine cellars you will enjoy a tasting of Eger wine, feel the taste of the famous "Bull's Blood" made from 6 varieties of grapes.

Lake Balaton and thermal baths Heviz

You can go to Lake Balaton with a visit to the thermal baths of Heviz in a group excursion lasting 11 hours. In it you will visit ancient cities, admire the lakes recognized as natural monuments, improve your health in thermal and mineral springs. On the way to Lake Balaton, stop at Tihany Abbey - the burial place of King Andras I. Arriving in Balatonfured, get acquainted with the largest resort on the northern shore of Lake Balaton, the healing springs of which, curing diseases of internal organs, are famous since the times of the Roman Empire.

From here the path will lead to the ancient city of Keszthely, where you will see one of the largest Hungarian estates - the Festetics Palace. In the end, swim in the greatest thermal lake Heviz, which has a beneficial effect on joint diseases, osteochondrosis, blood circulation and potency. Don't forget to bring your swimwear.

Trip to Vienna

You can go on a group excursion to Vienna. The excursion route begins from the main boulevard of the Austrian capital - Ringstrasse, with attractions located on it: the Parliament, built in the antique style, the City Hall, the world famous Vienna Opera. After enjoying the architecture of secular buildings, walk to the Gothic Cathedral of St. Stephen - the architectural masterpiece and symbol of Vienna.

After visiting the historical center, you will be invited to the Belvedere art complex, which consists of 2 parts: the Upper Belvedere and the Lower. In the 7 rooms of the Upper Belvedere, there is an art collection of Austrian art, which, if desired, can be viewed after the tour. In the Lower Belvedere, admire the picturesque garden that previously surrounded the palace.

Next, you will see the Hovburg imperial residence with 19 palaces, a church with a chapel and the library of Charles IV, where you will focus on exploring the Hofburg treasury. At the end of the excursion, you will have free time to take a walk and look into the famous Viennese cafe Sacher, famous for chocolate desserts baked according to an old recipe.

Szentendre - Visegrad - Esztergom

A necklace of ancient towns is scattered along the bend of the Danube. They keep fragments of the history of the times of the rule of the Romans and Turks, castles of the Middle Ages, churches crowning the tops of hills and mountains. The richest Hungarian history is concentrated in the cities of Szentendre, Visegrad and Esztergom, which can be visited by an individual excursion for 1-4 people.

Pannonhalma Abbey

The second largest abbey in the world, Pannohalma, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastic estates occupy the 282-meter-high hill of St. Martin. The emergence of the monastery on this site goes back to 996. On a car tour, you will be briefly told the history of the name of the hill, which according to legend became the birthplace of St. Martin of Tours. You will visit the basilica, crypt, see the library of the abbey, taste delicious wines - the products of the monastery winery.

At the abbey you can buy chocolates made by monks, wine, lavender oil and soap. At the end of your trip, dine at the panoramic Viator restaurant overlooking the magnificent local landscapes. The car excursion, lasting 8 hours, is designed for 1-7 people. Includes: the way from the hotel to Pannonhalm and back, escort of a driver who speaks Russian; payment for business class car rental, toll roads and parking. In addition, you will have to pay 8 € for visiting the abbey, for wine tasting and lunch.

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Despite the fact that Budapest is a rather large city, the most famous sights are located here in the city center.

At the same time, they are located so conveniently that you can get a general impression of the city in one day.

Although, in my opinion, it is better to divide your route into 2 days to explore two opposite parts of the city - Buda and Pest.

I can't help but tell you about our route. Perhaps he can help someone in preparing for the trip.

In this article I will cover the “parliamentary” part of the city - Pest. The Buddha will be discussed in the next article.

What to see in Budapest - part 1

Arriving in the city from the airport and getting off at the station Deak Ference ter, in order to change money at a favorable rate (), mwe started our hiking route from the Basilica of St. Stephen.

Walking around it from all sides, as well as visiting it inside (the entrance fee is a voluntary contribution, 2 euros are declared, but no one follows the amount that you are dropping), after walking a little on the square opposite the basilica, we moved straight towards the Danube along the pedestrian street , past the monument to the policeman, numerous street cafes.

For those who plan to ride the Danube on an amphibious bus, I advise you to look for a stop here. Most likely, there will be a line, but it is quite possible to wait for it.

This place made me feel strong. The monument, it would seem, is nothing special. However, the empty shoes on the embankment, left by the brutally murdered Jews and thrown into the Danube in this very place, do not leave anyone indifferent.

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If you're lucky, from the side of the main entrance you will be able to observe the setting off of the guard.

After our Kremlin cadets, the Hungarian policemen (honestly, it's hard to name it in another way), generally represent a strange sight - a kind of mixture of a robocop and a German officer.

If you are planning to visit the parliament, then you should hurry up, they are allowed there only with a guided tour, the cost is from 4500 forints. There are even Russian. Personally, we preferred to walk further and along the embankment moved towards Margaret Island.

Margit is a recreation and entertainment park. There are no pompous sights, important ancient monuments, this place is more for family leisure and recreation.

In the park it is great to sit by the singing fountain, listen to perky children's songs in Hungarian, walk around the mini-zoo (if you are without children, then this is quite enough to see all the animals), walk along the flowering lawns, look at the black peppers in the flower beds and go back.

Lovers can rent a bicycle or a small electric car here.

On the lower level of the island there is a sports field with exercise equipment.

In general, if you are in no hurry, periodically rest, contemplate the opening views, have a snack somewhere, then the walk will take the whole day.

I will tell you how to spend my second day in Budapest in.

The article was prepared by Klopova Irina Aleksandrovna
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Getting to know Budapest in one walk is unrealistic. Such a walk will give only a superficial acquaintance with the Hungarian capital, but you will have time to fall in love with this amazing European city. Are you ready to take the risk? We offer an introductory itinerary in Budapest for one day.

If you only have 6-12 hours to see, be ready to come back here. It is impossible to get around all the sights of Budapest in one day, but you can try to see the main thing.

Where to walk in Budapest

Tourists who have never been to the Hungarian capital are often interested in what they must see in Budapest and how long it takes to see the main attractions of Budapest. You can see everything in one day if you are used to walking a lot.

Fisherman's Bastion

This route is a la "gallop through Europe". At an accelerated pace, you literally run through the city. Such a walk can be considered an introductory walk in order to understand whether you like Budapest or not, whether it is worth returning to this city for more days.

You need to theoretically prepare for such a walk: find information on the Internet about each attraction along the route. Be your own guide. After all, you know better than anyone what you are interested in and what is not.

Budapest itinerary for long walks

We offer an interesting but difficult one-day route in Budapest:

• Fisherman's Bastion (Halászbástya)
• Holy Trinity Square and St. Matthias Church, a monument to Ishtfan I
• Royal Palace or Buda Castle (Budai Vár)
• Erzbet bridge (Erzsébet híd)
• Andrássy út, Opera House (Magyar Állami Operaház)
• Városliget park, Vajdahunyad vár castle, zoo, sculpture by Anonymous
• Heroes' Square (Hősök tere) and Fine Arts Museum (Szépművészeti Múzeum)
• Danube embankment

The duration of the route is 14 km. If you plot all the points on the map in the sequence described above, then the all-knowing Google will give you information that the route will take 4-5 hours. In reality, it will take much longer, because we will stop and admire the beautiful views of the city.

The Budapest route is designed for one day, but it would be more logical to split it into two days and walk at a more relaxed pace. Logic in history. The Hungarian capital arose from the confluence of the city of Pest on the left side of the Danube with the cities of Buda and Obuda, located on the right side. If you have two days, you can study one side on the first day and the other on the second.

This is how this walk looks on the map:

Some attractions can be excluded from the route. In this case, the walk will turn out to be less tiring and there will be more time to explore the tourist attractions remaining on your list.

Overview of the main attractions

Below is a brief description of the most interesting sights along the route. You choose what to leave and what to exclude, how to get a shorter route.

Vereshmarty Square (Vörösmarty tér)

We will start our walk from the left bank of the Danube - from the central Vereshmarty square, next to which there is the metro station of the same name. Convenient transport links, a large number of places where you can have a delicious breakfast - ideal to start your journey around the Hungarian capital.

Széchenyi Lánchíd Chain Bridge

There are seven bridges in Budapest, all of them are beautiful and interesting in their own way, but only this one is the symbol of Budapest. Locals affectionately call him "Old Lady" and even celebrate his birthday on November 20. The bridge is a car-pedestrian one, it is a great place for photo shoots and admiring the Danube.

Szechenyi chain bridge

Buda hill

After crossing the bridge, we go up to the Fisherman's Bastion and the Royal Palace. Since this is a hill, you have to sweat, but the view from the top is worth it. Buda Hill includes the following attractions:

• Fisherman's Bastion;
• holy Trinity square;
• church of St. Matthias;
• monument to Ishtfan I;
• Royal Palace;
• funicular.

The observation decks of the Fisherman's Bastion and the Royal Palace are by far the best observation decks in Budapest.

View from the Fisherman's Bastion

You can pay for the entrance to the observation deck, or you can see everything for free, because the so-called "official" observation deck differs from the usual one only in that it is located on a hill just a couple of meters away.

Erzbet bridge (Erzsébet híd)

After walking along the right bank of Budapest, you will need to get to the left, where most of the route will pass. To do this, you need to go down the hill directly to the Erzbet bridge and cross the river.

Váci utca and St. Ishthan's Basilica (Szent István-bazilika)

Vaci Street is one of the most beautiful walking streets in Budapest. Here you will find everything that might interest a tourist: beautiful houses, cafes, restaurants, hotels, shops, souvenir shops. Walking slowly along Vaci Street, you will quickly come to one of the main attractions of the left bank of Budapest - the Basilica of St. Ishtfan.

Basilica of St. Ishthan

Andrássy út

Further, our route passes along the central metropolitan avenue Andrassy. It houses the Hungarian Opera House, the Operetta Theater, the Academy of Music and the University of Fine Arts, various museums and galleries.

Városliget park

Half an hour walk along the beautiful avenue and you are in the most beautiful park in Budapest Varoshliget. You can spend the whole day in this park alone. Not far from the park is the Budapest Zoo, the circus and the Széchenyi baths.

In the park Varoshliget

If you have only one day, then you will only have time to pass by these places, but if more, then it is quite possible to visit what you like.

Heroes' Square (Hősök tere)

Ahead is Heroes' Square - one of the main squares of Budapest. On the square, you should pay attention to the "Millennium Column" located in the center with the figure of the Archangel Gabriel, which is dedicated to all the heroic defenders of Hungary. Then look at the colonnades that flank the square along the edges.

Heroes Square

Between the large columns there are bronze statues of various dynasties that once ruled Hungary: Arpad, Anjou, Transylvanian princes. On large columns there are sculptures depicting Labor and Prosperity, Wisdom and Glory, War and Peace. There are also plaques in the square in honor of the Hungarian soldiers who died in the world wars.

On both sides of the square you will find two museums - the Műcsarnok Exhibition Hall and the Szépművészeti Múzeum Museum of Fine Arts. The Museum of Fine Arts is known for its ancient Egyptian collection, collection of ancient art, drawings by Rembrandt, works by Goya, Raphael, Durer, as well as a collection of impressionist paintings such as Manet, Cézanne and Delacroix.

Hungarian Parliament Building (Országház)

After walking through Heroes' Square and Varoshliget Park, we suggest returning to the city center - to the Danube itself. This can be done on foot or by public transport, as the metro station is located right on Heroes' Square. You will already know what you are going to see, as there was a very beautiful view of the Hungarian Parliament from Buda Hill. We will approach him.

Hungarian Parliament

The white walls of the parliament and its unusual brown roofs are bizarrely reflected in the waters of the Danube, and at night the whole structure is very beautifully illuminated. An unusual monument dedicated to Jews who died at the hands of the Nazis during World War II was erected next to the parliament.

Danube embankment shoes

That's all. The one-day itinerary in Budapest is almost complete. You are on the Danube embankment. We suggest you just stroll along the embankment and breathe fresh air from the Danube. Watch the sun or moon reflect off the shimmering water. Or sit on a bench by the water and try to remember all the beauty that you saw during the day.

Today we will go for a walk around one of the largest and most beautiful cities in the European Union - Budapest, we will lay out several interesting routes around the city with a tour of the main attractions, we will choose the most favorable place to stay for exploring the city, and we will find out where you can have a delicious meal in Budapest.

So, what is Budapest famous for, and why is it among the ten most visited cities in Europe? Here are just a few of the reasons:

• Budapest is home to the world's oldest metro station after London;
• There are 118 thermal springs and;
• Budapest is home to the largest synagogue in Europe and one of the largest parliament buildings;
• According to Forbes magazine, Budapest is ranked 7th in the ranking of European cities suitable for comfortable living.

Interesting already? Let's get to know the city better? We will begin our acquaintance with the city by choosing a place to live.

How to choose a hotel in Budapest?

When choosing hotels, do not forget that the city was created from several settlements called Buda, Pest, and Obuda. The city is scattered enough, so the best accommodation option, which allows you to see all the main attractions in a fairly short time, is the area West Station (Nyugati pályaudvar)as well as the area near the Hungarian Parliament Building.

While visiting Budapest, we stayed at the Hilton Budapest City hotel for only 50 Euros per day, which is located next to the train station and right in the building of the large West End shopping center, next to banks and shops. The hotel is located on the popular pedestrian street Vaci utca with many restaurants and souvenir shops.

For your convenience, I attach a map of the city.

Budapest itinerary # 1: Parliament and Buda. Length: 5.6 km

A walk around the city should start with the most important attraction - the majestic Hungarian Parliament Buildings(Országház), stretching on the banks of the Danube. The building resembles the Palace of Westminster in London and is the largest parliament building in continental Europe. It is noteworthy that 40 kg of gold were used to decorate the building! The building regularly hosts guided tours, including in Russian. Tours in Russian take place every day at 11:00. Ticket price: 12 Euro, tickets are bought on the spot.

In summer, flowers are planted around the Parliament building.

And this is a view of the building from the opposite bank of the river. By the way, for those who have not read our article about, hint: Budapest is on the Danube.

Not far from the parliament building is the famous Szechenyi chain bridge (Széchenyi lánchíd), connecting the two parts of the city - Buda and Pest, and is the most important symbol of the city's unification. It seems to me that this bridge is somewhat reminiscent of the Brooklyn Bridge in New York.

Crossing the bridge, we find ourselves in a part of the city called Buda, where on a hill is located Fisherman's Bastion(Halászbástya) - terrace with 7 neo-Gothic style turrets. The bastion is named after the fishermen who defended this section of the fortress wall in ancient times.

You can get to the bastion by a nice funicular, or you can walk or take a bus.

The bastion offers stunning views of the Parliament building, the river, and part of the city of Pest. I advise you to visit here on a clear day in order to take many beautiful photos. The views from here are magical.

Near the bastion is located Cathedral of St. Matyash - a spectacular building with a roof and a bell tower 80 m high. The Cathedral and the Fisherman's Bastion are located on the territory of the Buda Castle - the castle of the Hungarian kings. You can even allocate a whole day to bypass the Fisherman's Bastion.

For those with a sweet tooth, I also recommend visiting the Marzipan Museum located in the Hilton Budapest next to St. Matthias Cathedral. This museum is small and takes only 2 rooms, but here you can look at the famous Hungarian sights from marzipan, and then buy your favorite delicacy in a special shop. Museum address: Hess András tér 1-3., 1014 Budapest.

The Royal Palace on the territory of the Buda Castle houses one of the main museums in Hungary - (Magyar Nemzeti Galéria), which displays examples of Hungarian art from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.

You can end the day at baths Gellert(Gellert fürdő), where you can swim in a real palace in 13 pools with different water temperatures and minerals. Don't forget to bring a swimming cap with you, as when visiting some pools, it is required.

Budapest itinerary # 2: museums and Pest. Length: 4.7 km.

The part of the city called Pest contains the main city museums, which are definitely worth a visit for history buffs.

I advise you to start your walk with Museum of Fine Arts (Szépművészeti Múzeum), which has a collection of European and Egyptian art, numbering over 100,000 examples. The museum is famous for its collection of works by Spanish masters: El Greco, Velazquez, and Goya. The museum houses the second largest collection of Egyptian art in Central Europe.

The museum is located next to the city park Varoshliget (Városliget), which houses the Botanical Garden and the Metropolitan Zoo. Both tourists and locals love to have a rest here, because the park offers many opportunities for families with children. There is a lake in the park, on the banks of which there is an amazingly beautiful castle Vaidahunyad (Vajdahunyad). This is what this castle looks like.

In summer, flowers are planted near the castle, making you feel like in a fairy tale. But that's not all, because there is another popular bathhouse in the park - (Széchenyi fürdő). You can spend time here if you are tired of tiring walks around the city.

Those interested in history can also visit House of Terror (Terror Háza), which tells on several floors the history of Hungary during its occupation by Soviet troops and the Nazis.

The total length of 2 routes when they are passed on foot is 14.6 km. These two routes do not end with the main attractions of Budapest, in this city, history is felt everywhere, and there are even more interesting places to visit. General view of 2 routes on the map:

I definitely advise you to also visit one of the islands located within the city - margaret Island (Margit-sziget), where there is a huge park with hotels, or obudai island (Óbudai-sziget), where you can go wakeboarding during the day and plunge into the atmosphere of discos and parties at night, because this is where the famous Sziget Festival is held.

What restaurants in Budapest can you eat deliciously?

After tiring, but pleasant walks around the city, you should definitely refresh yourself.

Among the most popular tourist restaurants in Budapest, the following stand out:

Sir Lancelot Restaurantwith a unique medieval atmosphere, the restaurant sometimes hosts knights' competitions. Here you can taste the famous Hungarian goulash soup in paprika bread or drink the famous Tokaj wine.

Restaurant address: Podmaniczky u. 14, H-1065 Budapest

Gundel Restaurant - a luxurious restaurant where you will be served at the highest level. The restaurant's menu includes goose liver dishes, goulash soups, fish. Banquets and events are often held here, by the way, a large gala dinner with a program on December 31 is planned in this restaurant. Therefore, if you are in Budapest for the New Year, and you have no plans yet, then you are here.

Restaurant address: Gundel Károly út 4, H-1146 Budapest

Paprika Vendéglő Restaurant - here you can taste meat, fish and poultry dishes for a reasonable price. Be sure to order the signature dish - a dish with different varieties of paprika.

Restaurant address: Dózsa György út 72, H-1071 Budapest

You can have breakfast in one of the cozy restaurants located at Zrínyi utca not far from the Basilica of St. Stephen. By the way, on the same street there is one of the symbols of the city - the mayor. The mayor is in a good mood, which is not surprising - in Budapest it cannot be otherwise. I wish you pleasant walks in this super positive and interesting city.

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The capital of Hungary, Budapest, is rightfully considered one of the hundred most charming and unforgettable cities in Europe. Having visited here once, every tourist will certainly want to return again and visit the intriguing and discouraging local attractions.

Getting to know all the significant places of the city in one day, of course, will not work, since there are a lot of them here. However, travelers will be able to visit the most famous points of the capital in a few hours.

Travel Guide

Attractions in Budapest

For many tourists in Europe, Budapest is just a point through which a convenient route to other cities lies. Therefore, few people think about renting an apartment here and staying for more than one day.

Upon arrival in the capital, the opinion of the majority immediately changes, everyone wants to stay here longer, to experience the unfamiliar beauty of the central Hungarian expanses.

Many architectural structures, dozens of museums, temples, monuments and other historical, modern treasures will fascinate guests. In a matter of hours, you can bypass many iconic points, but these will definitely not be museums, since it will take at least an hour and a half to visit one museum tour.

Budapest

Budapest is often referred to simply as Pest. This is not just an abbreviated name. It's not a secret for everyone that the city was created as a result of the merger of two place names Pest and Buda. Of course, this process was based on an equal, equivalent value, but the advantage still remains with the first part.

It is in Pest, which is a flat territory, that most memorable places, train stations, metro, and the business center of the capital are located.

The western part of Hungary is Buda - a hilly, wooded area with less significant places, but their history and beauty are not inferior to the eastern part of the capital. On this side, you can get acquainted with the catacombs of Buda Hill, the Royal Palace, the Fisherman's Bastion and other attractions.

Experts recommend that travelers look at the advice of practitioners in advance, get acquainted with options for independent and excursion routes that will make a one-day acquaintance with the center of Hungary as productive as possible.

Before choosing the direction of the walk, it is important to get acquainted with the main locations of Budapest, which allow you to more consciously perceive what you see and heard from residents, guides:

• Basilica of St. Stephen;
• széchenyi baths;
• Buda Fortress;
• Matthias Church;
• Sandor Palace;
• Zero kilometer;
• Statue of Liberty;
• Chain Bridge;
• Hungarian Parliament;
• Buda Fortress;
• Lajos Kossuth Square;
• Monument to Imre Nagy;
• Citadel;
• Monument to the Victims of the Holocaust;
• Holy Trinity Square;
• Andrássy Avenue.

Electronic maps will help tourists to track their destinations; tickets to places of interest can be booked in advance, especially when it comes to independent movement around the neighborhood.

Many prefer a one-day route only along the eastern part of the capital, others combine and try to visit both banks of the great Danube River.

For more information about which iconic places tourists can get acquainted with in one day, I move around the city on my own, as well as about the features of excursion routes, read on.

Self-guided by Pest

Moving absolutely in a pedestrian style, tourists in Budapest have the opportunity to see 12 significant Hungarian places in 8-10 hours. Starting from a point called St. Stephen's Basilica, travelers will reach the Széchenyi Bridge, which offers a delightful view of the European city.

Basilica of St. Stephen

It is the largest temple in Budapest, which has a large-scale observation deck, from which tourists can get acquainted with a panoramic view of the area. The relics of Istvan, who is considered the founder of the country, are kept in the chapel of the znamenny cathedral. The miracle of architecture is characterized by a picturesque interior, an impressive dome, a large hall in which classical musical performances are often organized.

Basilica of St. Stephen

Freedom Square

After looking at the Basilica inside and outside, guests can continue their way towards Freedom Square, which resembles a square - with benches, cozy restaurants, fountains, monuments that surround the flagship buildings of the National Bank and the US Embassy. In addition to the monument to the soldiers of the Soviet Army, tourists will see a monument to US President Ronald Reagan, a photograph with which every guest of the city strives to take. The building of the Hungarian Parliament stands out on the square with its beauty, which can also be visited by visitors. You can continue exploring these surroundings by moving to the Danube embankment, directly to the Szechenyi Bridge.

Hungarian Parliament

It is considered one of the largest buildings in Europe. For about ten years, Hungarian royal treasures have been exhibited there, namely, a mace of gold, the crown of St. Stephen as the founder of the state, and a silvered saber.

Hungarian Parliament

Monument to the Victims of the Holocaust

On the way, tourists will not be able to pass by the monument to the world famous poet Attila Jozsef, they will come to one of the saddest points in the history of Hungary - the Monument to the Victims of the Holocaust. It is important to remember that there are not just 60 pairs of worn-out shoes on the river bank. It is a tragic memory that Jews massively lost their shoes when entering the water before being shot. Therefore, tourists should not wear iron boots for the sake of a photo, thus expressing disrespect for the citizens of the state and their history.

Square Széchenyi István tér

Moving along the embankment, tourists will reach Széchenyi István tér square, in the center of which is located one of the best five-star hotels in the capital, Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest. The Szechenyi Bridge point allows you to admire the architecture of not only the hotel, but also to view the building of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, to choose the modern, status Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge Hotel.

Szechenyi bridge

The proposed route can be modified to suit the personal preferences of travelers. For example, if you do not want to travel for a long time on foot, as an option, you can use the services of public transport - buses, trams.

Szechenyi Baths

You can also start an independent route by visiting the Széchenyi Baths, which are one of the most popular attractions in Budapest. This place is considered unique in Europe, since it is here that 80 medicinal springs gush out from under the ground. Every year thousands of citizens and tourists of the country wish to visit the thermal bath. On the basis of thermal waters, there are 11 pools and 3 saunas, in which there are queues for health improvement.

Vaidahunyad Castle

Passing through the park, where the famous baths are located, travelers can easily get to the Vaidahunyad castle - an old fortress. This place is characterized by no less positive reviews than other landmark points of the country, but at the same time it is rather difficult to call it a historical monument. It was built only in the twentieth century and was not destroyed by the enemy at all. The erection of a building made of wood and cardboard is a prepared part of the exhibition, which led to the delight of the townspeople who insisted on preserving and perpetuating the temple in stone.

Vaidahunyad Castle

You can continue the route by moving to Heroes' Square, Varoshliget Park, where the capital's residents prefer to walk. On New Year's Eve, fireworks are thundered here, artists perform, a loud celebration is held.

What to see in a day on the side of Buda

For those who have decided to experience the beauty of not only the eastern coast, but also the western one, it is recommended to start a trip to Buda from the same Széchenyi bridge, which is mentioned in many exciting stories of the Hungarian capital. Since this side of the city has a hilly relief, tourists with poor physical training are better off using the services of vehicles, otherwise investing time in a day trip and exploring all the significant places is unlikely to work.

Following the route, tourists will find themselves at the point Clark Ádám tér, where there is a monument to the zero kilometer, from which you can walk up to the Fisherman's Bastion, get there by bus number 16 or, using additional services, take a funicular to the Royal Palace.

Fisherman's Bastion

For uninformed tourists, it evokes ambiguities and inconsistencies in the name of the Hungarian memo. As it turns out, there are no fish, no traces of fortification. This architectural structure of towers, galleries, which has a relatively short history, serves as an excellent point for gazing at the gorgeous views of the Danube. The seven conical towers symbolize the tribes that laid the foundation for the formation of the Hungarian state.

Fisherman's Bastion

Matthias Church

It is the next point on the route. It is a huge 140-meter gallery. You can visit it on weekdays from 09:00 to 17:00, on weekends the work schedule changes. The cost of an adult ticket varies around 1800 forints. As parishioners, some tourists managed to get inside for free, and there is no need to pay entrance for children under 6 years old.

Tárnok utca street

The path to the Buda Fortress lies through Tárnok utca street, following which tourists will see a statue dedicated to the struggle of the country's citizens in the years of the Hungarian Revolution, a monument to a soldier with a flag, an angel with a laurel wreath. The Sandor Palace requires attention. Today, the residence of the President is located here, which is guarded by a guard of honor. On the territory of the fortress there is a sculpture of the mythical bird Turul. Tourists will need about two hours to inspect the territory.

Royal Palace

Perfectly visible from the side of Pest and in a walk around Buda. It deserves special attention. For a long time, the architectural monument served as the residence of the Hungarian kings. Throughout its history, the building has been repeatedly destroyed. Today there are several museums operating here.

Royal Palace

Citadel

The walk will lead you to the foot of Mount Gellert, at the top of which you can see a fortress called the Citadel. The construction is associated with the Austrian Habsburgs, the need to control the Hungarians. Here is the famous Freedom Monument - symbolizing a woman raising a palm branch above her head. The height of the named monument is 40 meters.

If tourists choose to descend from the other side of the Hill, they have the opportunity to see the Philosophical Garden, the Pauline monastery, the temple in the rock. With some extra time, guests are advised to relax at the Gellert Baths at the foot of the hill.

Sightseeing bus routes

You can get acquainted with an unfamiliar European city using the simple services of sightseeing buses. There are several such companies in Budapest, they run quite often, so there are practically no problems with tickets for tourists.

The advantage of such a trip is that guests have an unlimited opportunity to enter and exit at the stops of interest in order to admire the area and capture the sights of the territory. An audio guide is provided for Russian-speaking tourists. It is quite simple to consider an excursion vehicle - these are the red and yellow Hop On Hop Off Giraffe buses, the maroon Big Bus Tours Budapest, the RiverRide Budapest amphibian. The proposed programs, which can be found in more detail on the Internet, provide not only road trips, but also travel along the Danube.