Budapest Vacation & Tourism Guide
photo by Annina
This capital city - made up of two parts, Buda and Pest - sits on one of the most beautiful areas of the Danube River and it shows. Often dubbed the "Paris of Eastern Europe", it is a combination of Old World grandeur and a thriving cultural scene. Budapest has a vibrancy and vitality that never slows and the numerous sights can occupy travelers for weeks. With so much history and culture to explore, no traveler leaves unsatisfied.
Great Recommendations from Real Travelers
1. Airport Hotel Budapest
Real Traveler Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 28 reviews from 6 sources
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"Hotel was really great." — source Expedia
" Good value and very close to the airport with a free shuttle." — source Venere
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1. Opera House
Constructed under the supervision of architect Miklos Ybl in 1884, the Opera House of Budapest is a work of art in itself, and as impressive as the operas staged here. A tour of the premises is can be undertaken, which can be b... more
Real Travelers who've been to Opera House
WorldExplorer in Budapest said
…. Stephen’s Basilica, Opera House, and the Citadella. Afterwards, we had an ice cream in the park and relaxed. In the evening, we had… continue reading »
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2. Castle District
After you've seen the Royal Palace, take a stroll northwards. The medieval street network remains unaltered and although most of the buildings have been thoroughly restored (the war damage was severe) many retain their original... more
Real Travelers who've been to Castle District
wardog in More Thermal Baths said
… We went to the Castle District this morning. It is what remains of the old Budapest. Much of Budapest has been ravaged… continue reading »
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3. Fisherman's Bastion
No one seems to know why this is so named - it has certainly never been called on to defend anything. The stories say that in the old days this was where the fishermen defended Castle Hill from. It stands behind Matyas Church,... more
Real Travelers who've been to Fisherman's Bastion
Meg's Adventure in Seeing Everything! said
… headed down the otherside to make our way to Fisherman's Bastion. The journey down took rather long as I found a detour of a… continue reading »
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4. Statue Park
Statues from the Communism era were all brought to this park after the era came to an end. The park is located a little away from the city and makes for an interesting outing to catch a glimpse of the communist history of Hunga... more
Real Travelers who've been to Statue Park
Michelle and Mitch in Budapest said
… (more on this later), but the day we spent touring around was great. We visited Statue Park (where all the statues from… continue reading »
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5. City Park
The park is dominated by the Vajdahunyad Castle - originally built for the 1896 millennium celebrations - which represents every style of Hungarian architecture. In summer, there is a lake for boating, which in winter is turned... more
Real Travelers who've been to City Park
BigWilk in Budapest said
… took in all of the main sites...Opera House, Heroes Memorial, City Park, Parliament and St. STephens on the Pest side. We also… continue reading »
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6. St. Stephen's Basilica
This church is said to be second in size only to St. Peter's in Rome and can allegedly hold 7000 people. It was completed in 1905 and has been undergoing cleaning and restoration work for the last eight years. It contains the m... more
Real Travelers who've been to St. Stephen's Basilica
Jon & Alex in Budapest, Hungary said
…. You could never do that in the US.We walked to St. Stephens Basilica and Jon felt the need to pray. We know… continue reading »
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7. Margaret Island
Despite its central location, Margaret Island is extremely peaceful. In summer, it is popular with the locals who come here to relax. Rent a bicycle, jog, swim in one of two pools, throw a Frisbee or just stroll around. This wa... more
Real Travelers who've been to Margaret Island
Travelbabs in BEBWIB said
… Margaret Island that seem to be growing by the week. Great place to catch up, meet new people and feel a bit like a the seaside....… continue reading »
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8. Home
Home is actually home to all who love to party and dance the blues away. It's one of the most happening clubs in Budapest, where the fun never stops. Bringing you the best in international music, this club has two dance rooms w... more
Real Travelers who've been to Home
Travelbabs in Roadtripping: Hollókő, Vác, Szentendre said
…>The battle with HertzAnd from there back home....we thought we'd take advantage of having the car and do a big tesco… continue reading »
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9. Vaci utca
This wonderful pedestrian-only street runs from Vorosmarty ter all the way to Vamhaz korut and the beautiful Market Hall. It is bisected near the Elizabeth Bridge (where there is an underpass)-this is the point where the pedest... more
Real Travelers who've been to Vaci utca
litmus_test in Noice, different, unusual said
… ourselves with some camembert and ham on bread from the supermarche, we went for a walk to the main pedestrian area of the town, Vaci… continue reading »
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10. Pest
Pest lies, flat and proud, as far as the eye can see. The best vantage-point to gaze upon it is from hilly Buda, and the opposite is also true; Buda is best seen from Pest. To fully appreciate Pest, climb to the top of Gellert... more
Real Travelers who've been to Pest
The Journeyers in Budapest - Beautiful City on the Danube said
…Budapest is actually Buda and Pest side-by-side. Who knew? Budapest it turns out is actually three cities all together… continue reading »
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1. Remiz
Although Remiz means "tram depot," the trams glide past silently. In the summer, everyone sits outside and enjoys the aroma of the grilled dishes wafting across the bushes. Enjoy excellent salads and one of the best and healthi... more
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2. Gundel
Founded in 1894 by Janos Gundel, this establishment has been called the best restaurant in Europe and some say the best in the world. The dining hall recalls the opulence of Budapest at the beginning of the 20th Century; there'... more
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3. Auguszt Cukraszda Cafe
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4. Gambrinus
One of the top ten restaurants in Budapest, it is located at the Tavern restaurant. The cuisine is an eclectic mix of traditional fare and continental food. Dishes such as borjúfilé (veal steak) with pear and grillezett szarvas... more
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5. Paulaner Brauhaus
This restaurant and pub is ensconsed in a shopping mall, so after you shop 'til you drop, you can rest here and enjoy a meal and a drink. Start with Nürnberger potato soup. The rest follows, such as mustard sauce with white sau... more
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6. Paradise Chinese Restaurant
This restaurant is easy on your wallet, so no fretting and fuming on that one. The menu is regular Chinese - chopsticks included! And the quality of the food is simply yummy. Enter this paradise, dragons are absent! more
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7. Rivalda Café & Restaurant
Rivalda Café & Restaurant adopts a theatrical theme in a chic yet relaxed atmosphere. The pastel-colored walls are complemented by antique playbills and sketches of famous actors. Expect dishes such as grilled goat cheese and f... more
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8. Belgian Brasserie
Located on the Buda side of the city, Belgium's very own eaterie rustles up traditional Belgian fare. The local favorite "Moules Mariniere" finds its way in the menu. If you are mad about Belgian beer then you have hit the righ... more
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9. Szep Ilona Vendeglo
Szep Ilona ("Beautiful Ilona") lends her name to a green, leafy region on the way up Budakeszi ut leading towards the hills. The name comes from a poem by Vorosmarty and this vendeglo or local bistro is a firm favorite with loc... more
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10. Ocean Bar & Grill International Seafood Restaurant (Óceán bár & grill Nemzetközi Tengeri Halétterem)
Ocean Bar and Grill prides itself on serving the freshest and most delectable seafood cuisine available. The waiters are quick to advise you on the best fish and shellfish selections of the day. The ambiance of the restaurant i... more
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