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Budapest Travel Guide
Our Budapest Travel Guide will help you narrow down the attractions according to your interests, and plan your Budapest sightseeing around your length of stay so you don't miss out on the best parts of the city. We've also got the inside scoop on hidden gems and local secrets, so you can experience the city beyond the traditional tourist excursions.
Budapest Attractions
See the sights that make Budapest worthy of its claim as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. There's Budapest Castle Hill, Budapest Opera, Széchenyi Baths, Central Market Hall, Great Synagogue, Statue Park, Academy of Music, Gellért Hill, City Park, Margaret Island, Váci Street and more.
Budapest PDF Guides
We happen to think that online travel guides and apps is where it's at, but even we like to have some of this stuff on paper now and then. So, we prepared some up-to-date, downloadable Budapest PDF guides to help make your trip go as smoothly as possible.
Budapest World Heritage Sites
Many of Budapest's attractions are recognized as World Heritage Sites, such as Castle District, with the Royal Palace, Matthias Church and Fishermen's Bastion; the Banks of the Danube, including Chain Bridge and the Parliament; and Andrássy Avenue, together with Heroes' Square and the Millennium Underground.
Budapest Architecture
Over a thousand years of history has given Budapest a wide array of architectural styles, so be sure not to strain your neck as you constantly swivel to take in all of the stunning buildings that fill the city. Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Classicist, Art Nouveau, and Bauhaus styles can all be found within Hungary's capital.
Jewish Budapest
Home to the largest synagogue in Europe, Budapest contains its own Jewish Budapest, rich with history and tradition. Discover Budapest's Jewish Heritage, including the Holocaust Memorial Center, the former Jewish Quarter, the Raoul Wallenberg Memorial Park and the Great Synagogue in Dohány Street.
A Glimpse of Communism
Although a Communist government ran the country for over 40 years, Hungary was often referred to as "the happiest barrack" within the Socialist Eastern Block. Take a stroll through history by visiting Statue Park, an outdoor exhibition of many of the statues and monuments identified with the former regime.
Budapest with Kids
Traveling with children? Don't pull your hair out yet – our Budapest city guide offers plenty of options that are kid-friendly, and won't leave parents yawning, either. Some of the city's most popular attractions for families include City Park, Budapest Zoo, Palace of Miracles, Museum of Transport, Children's Railway and Aquaworld.
Budapest Parks & Caves
Budapest has plenty to offer if you want a taste of the great outdoors, from serene parks to entertaining zoos. The Buda Hills holds a number of beautiful natural caves just waiting to be explored. Rent a bicycle and tour the scenic Margaret Island, located in the heart of the Danube River, or pay a visit to the Budapest Zoo's 'Kindergarten' and see baby animals amidst the backdrop of a botanical garden.
Gay Budapest
While there's no specific gay neighborhood in Budapest, the city has a significant gay and lesbian community, whose social status has seen great improvements since the fall of Communism. There are a number of gay-friendly bars and clubs, restaurants and cafes, and baths and saunas throughout the city.
Budapest History
The city of Budapest was born in 1873 through the unification of Buda, Pest, and Old Buda (Óbuda). Today, there are over two million people residing in Hungary's flourishing capital city. History buffs will revel in Budapest's fascinating time line, which dates back over one thousand years. Use our Budapest travel guide to learn more about the city's rich history.
Budapest Local Secrets
We've got the inside scoop on Budapest's local secrets, so you can take to the streets and experience the city off the beaten path. Do as the locals do – there's plenty of Budapest to see beyond the traditional tourist routes, and here are a few recommendations. Surround yourself with beautiful townhouses and fresh flowers in the Károlyi Gardens, visit WAMP, Budapest's monthly design market, discover the palace neighborhood in District 8, join a unique Budapest tour offered by locals, or find a one-of-a-kind treasure at the Ecseri Flea Market.
Budapest Information
Our detailed overview of Budapest covers the basics. Information on public transport, districts, opening hours, currency, tipping, costs, weather and safety are all included, so that you can experience Budapest hassle-free. In addition you will also find info on Budapest Airport, getting to the city, using the Budapest Card as well as Budapest Maps with attractions, hotels, restaurants and more.