10 Days in Budapest: Unveiling the Pearl of the Danube

nourhan ahmed

17 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating journey through Budapest's rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture. From the majestic St. Stephen's Basilica to the iconic Hungarian Parliament Building, immerse yourself in the beauty of this enchanting city. Indulge in the soothing thermal baths, explore the historic Castle District, and witness the poignant Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Europe.

Trip to Budapest

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Day 1Icons of Budapest - Exploring St. Stephen's Basilica, Ferris Wheel of Budapest, and more

$19

Vast cupola-topped Roman Catholic place of worship, built from 1851 to 1905, with regular concerts.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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6 - 9 min

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Park square with an ornamental fountain & cafes, plus city views from the Budapest Eye Ferris wheel.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Located in a public park, this giant, wheel-shaped ride offers panoramic views of the environment.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

8 - 12 min

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Landmark 19th-century suspension bridge, designed by William Tierney Clark & illuminated at night.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Waterside shoe sculptures memorializing those killed at the river by a fascist party during WWII.

12:30 PM - 12:45 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Large city square surrounded by great public edifices including the Hungarian Parliament building.

1:15 PM - 1:45 PM

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Free

Day 2Panoramic Views and Aquatic Wonders - Citadella and Tropicarium-Oceanarium Kft.

$15

$ 1

Built after the suppression of the Hungarian Revolution in 1848, this fort is a symbol of the city.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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Family-friendly attraction with a tropical rainforest, plus aquarium with an observation tunnel.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

Day 3A Gastronomic Delight and Relaxation - Central Market Hall and Gellért Thermal Bath

$22

Restored neogothic hall for traders with grocery produce on the ground & souvenirs on the 1st floor.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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These architecturally significant thermal pools are part of the famous Hotel Gellert complex.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$22

Day 4Opulence and Spirituality - New York Café, Dohány Street Synagogue, and Matthias Church

$29

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Ornate cafe/restaurant since 1894 with frescoes & chandeliers, for coffee, cake & Hungarian cuisine.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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10 - 15 min

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Ornate domes top this lavish Moorish-style synagogue, with a museum, cemetery & Holocaust memorial.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

11 - 14 min

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A 13th-century church named for King Matthias, who married here, with an ecclesiastical art museum.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Day 5A Symphony of Arts and Politics - Hungarian State Opera and Hungarian Parliament Building

$31

$ 1

Neoclassical venue with ceiling frescoes & statues of composers, for opera & ballet plus tours.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

12 - 15 min

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Landmark Gothic Revival–style edifice with lavishly decorated rooms, plus a visitors' center.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$18

Day 6Majestic Vistas and Royal Residences - Fisherman's Bastion, Buda Castle, and Heroes' Square

$17

$ 1

19th-century fortress with 7 turreted lookout towers offering panoramic views plus cafe on terrace.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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11 - 16 min

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Palatial venue for the Hungarian National Gallery plus displays from Gothic altars to sculpture.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$12

27 - 33 min

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Part of a UNESCO World Heritage site, with statues of the leaders of 7 tribes who founded Hungary.

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

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Free

Day 7History Unveiled and Haunting Tales - Castle District and House of Terror

$24

$ 1

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

21 - 26 min

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Museum documenting the effect of the Nazi and Soviet regimes in Hungary, and memorial to victims.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$11

Day 8Fairy Tale Castle and Artistic Treasures - Vajdahunyad Castle and Museum of Fine Arts

$18

This 1896 lakeside castle shows the evolution of Hungarian architecture in its elaborate design.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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8 - 11 min

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Neoclassical art museum with an Egyptian collection, Renaissance frescoes & 19th-century paintings.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Day 9Serenity and Rejuvenation - Széchenyi Thermal Bath

$25

Ornate thermal baths, built in 1913, with a cupola, massivve swimming pools & water jet massagers.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

Day 10Nature's Oasis and Urban Escape - Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden and City Park

$13

Exotic animals in established zoo with global zones, snake petting & conservation programs.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

11 - 16 min

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Large park with a palm house, concert venues & museums, in addition to tree-filled paths & lawns.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $216 In total

Activities & Food:$211

Transport:$5