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Budapest Bliss: A 5-Day Adventure in Hungary's Capital

Paul Siaperas

Paul Siaperas

19 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through Budapest, Hungary's vibrant capital. Immerse yourself in the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, marvel at the grandeur of Heroes' Square, and indulge in exquisite cuisine at Robinson Timeless Kitchen and Gundel. Explore the Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden, cross the iconic Széchenyi Chain Bridge, and savor delectable dishes at Paris Budapest Restaurant & Bar and BIG FISH Restaurant & Bar. Discover the beauty of City Park, revel in the opulence of New York Café and St. Stephen's Basilica, and unwind at Platz and Tapassio. Visit Fisherman's Bastion and the Castle District, shop at the Central Market Hall, and relish mouthwatering steaks at Pampas Steakhouse and Kálvin Gastro Bistro - KGB Budapest. Conclude your adventure with a visit to Buda Castle, the Tropicarium-Oceanarium Kft., Kolesz-terin Büfé, and Mediterrán Étterem. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Budapest!

Day 1
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$176

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$ 4

Up Hotel Budapest

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Széchenyi Thermal Bath
Ornate thermal baths, built in 1913, with a cupola, massivve swimming pools & water jet massagers.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$50
7 - 10 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.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Robinson Timeless Kitchen
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$64
3 - 4 min

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Gundel
A Gundel egyet jelent a magyar gasztronómia és a magyar vendéglátás történetével. Az alapító Gundel Károly megszelídítette a magyar konyhát és ötvözte azt a szélesedő világból érkező behatásokkal. Zseniális érzékkel alkalmazta a modern gasztronómiai technológiát...
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$62
Day 2
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$143

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$ 6

Up Hotel Budapest

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden
Exotic animals in established zoo with global zones, snake petting & conservation programs.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$25
15 - 18 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
Free
5 - 8 min

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Paris Budapest Restaurant & Bar
Images of the two cities reflect Paris Budapest Restaurant's intriguing menu: a creative blend of French and Hungarian cuisines.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$52
4 - 6 min

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BIG FISH Restaurant & Bar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$66
Day 3
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$143

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$ 8

Up Hotel Budapest

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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City Park
Large park with a palm house, concert venues & museums, in addition to tree-filled paths & lawns.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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New York Café
Ornate cafe/restaurant since 1894 with frescoes & chandeliers, for coffee, cake & Hungarian cuisine.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$13
9 - 11 min

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St. Stephen's Basilica
Vast cupola-topped Roman Catholic place of worship, built from 1851 to 1905, with regular concerts.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
$13
3 - 4 min

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Platz
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$48
2 - 3 min

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Tapassio
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$70
Day 4
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$150

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$ 6

Up Hotel Budapest

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Fisherman's Bastion
19th-century fortress with 7 turreted lookout towers offering panoramic views plus cafe on terrace.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$10
3 - 4 min

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Castle District
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$26
15 - 18 min

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Central Market Hall
Restored neogothic hall for traders with grocery produce on the ground & souvenirs on the 1st floor.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Pampas Steakhouse
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$64
3 - 4 min

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Kálvin Gastro Bistro - KGB Budapest
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$50
Day 5
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$157

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$ 8

Up Hotel Budapest

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Buda Castle
Palatial venue for the Hungarian National Gallery plus displays from Gothic altars to sculpture.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
29 - 35 min

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Tropicarium-Oceanarium Kft.
Family-friendly attraction with a tropical rainforest, plus aquarium with an observation tunnel.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$30
3 - 4 min

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Kolesz-terin Büfé
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$58
9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$44

Budget breakdown: $801 In total

Activities & Food:$769
Transport:$32