8 Days in Budapest: Unveiling the Gems of the Pearl of the Danube

p. khalil

27 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Budapest, where history, culture, and stunning architecture converge. Discover the iconic Hungarian Parliament Building, wander along the enchanting Danube Bank, and marvel at the panoramic views from Fisherman's Bastion. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Buda Castle and explore the vibrant Castle District. Unearth the rich heritage at the Hungarian National Museum and the Dohány Street Synagogue. Indulge in the opulence of St. Stephen's Basilica and take a thrilling ride on the Ferris Wheel of Budapest. Soak in the rejuvenating waters of Széchenyi Thermal Bath and immerse yourself in the artistic wonders of the Museum of Fine Arts. Traverse the lush City Park and savor the flavors at the Central Market Hall. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the mesmerizing Tropicarium-Oceanarium Kft.

Trip to Budapest

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Icons of Budapest - Parliament, Shoes, and Bastion

$30

$ 3

easyHotel Budapest Oktogon

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$18

4 - 6 min

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

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

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Free

20 - 30 min

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

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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2 - 3 min

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

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

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8 - 12 min

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

1:45 PM - 2:15 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Huge pub with old mismatched items & a disused Trabant car, with music, food, market & a garden.

No time set

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Free

Day 2Journey through History - Buda Castle and Castle District

$25

$ 2

easyHotel Budapest Oktogon

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$12

11 - 16 min

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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

Day 3Cultural Treasures - National Museum, Synagogue, and Opera

$38

$ 1

easyHotel Budapest Oktogon

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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History museum containing cultural artifacts & archaeological items, documents, coins & paintings.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

10 - 15 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

12 - 17 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$13

Day 4Architectural Marvels - Basilica, Ferris Wheel, and House of Terror

$30

$ 3

easyHotel Budapest Oktogon

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

8 - 10 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

7 - 9 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

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Free

Day 5Relaxation and Elegance - Thermal Bath, Vajdahunyad Castle, and New York Café

$40

$ 3

easyHotel Budapest Oktogon

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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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

8 - 12 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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9 - 11 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Day 6Artistic Exploration - Museum of Fine Arts and Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden

$22

$ 2

easyHotel Budapest Oktogon

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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5 - 8 min

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

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

Day 7Nature and Flavors - City Park, Central Market Hall, and Citadella

$ 3

easyHotel Budapest Oktogon

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

25 - 38 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 8Underwater Wonderland - Tropicarium-Oceanarium Kft.

$15

$ 2

easyHotel Budapest Oktogon

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

Budget breakdown: $218 In total

Activities & Food:$199

Transport:$19