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10 Days in Budapest: Unveiling the Hidden Gems of the Pearl of the Danube

BILAL AHMED

2 Dec 2023

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Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Budapest, Hungary's vibrant capital. Immerse yourself in the rich history and breathtaking architecture as you explore iconic landmarks, soak in thermal baths, and savor delicious Hungarian cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Europe.

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Day 1Icons of Elegance and History

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$19

St. Stephen's Basilica

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

6 - 9 min

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Elizabeth Square

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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Ferris Wheel of Budapest

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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Széchenyi Chain Bridge

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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Shoes on the Danube Bank

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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Kossuth Lajos Square

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 2From Hilltop Panoramas to Underwater Wonders

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$15

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$ 1

Citadella

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

23 - 28 min

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Tropicarium-Oceanarium Kft.

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 a Relaxing Soak

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$22

Central Market Hall

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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Gellért Thermal Bath

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 4Indulging in Opulence and Spirituality

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$29

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$ 1

New York Café

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$6

10 - 15 min

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Dohány Street Synagogue

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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Matthias Church

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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$7

Day 5A Symphony of Opera and Politics

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$31

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$ 1

Hungarian State Opera

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

11 - 14 min

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Hungarian Parliament Building

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 6A Fairytale Castle and a Monumental Square

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$17

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$ 1

Fisherman's Bastion

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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$5

11 - 16 min

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Buda Castle

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

22 - 27 min

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Heroes' Square

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 7Exploring the Medieval District and Confronting the Past

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$24

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$ 1

Castle District

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

17 - 21 min

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House of Terror

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 8A Castle of Legends and an Artistic Haven

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$18

Vajdahunyad Castle

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$9

8 - 11 min

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Museum of Fine Arts

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$9

Day 9Rejuvenation in the Thermal Baths

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$25

Széchenyi Thermal Bath

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 10A Zoological Paradise and a Serene City Escape

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$13

Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden

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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City Park

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