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Two Days in Budapest: A Journey Through History and Culture

Ana Rita Almeida

Ana Rita Almeida

6 Nov 2023

Experience the best of Budapest in just two days! Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious Hungarian cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of this enchanting city.

Day 1
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$121

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$ 4

Medosz Hotel Budapest

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

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Hungarian State Opera
Neoclassical venue with ceiling frescoes & statues of composers, for opera & ballet plus tours.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$25
13 - 16 min

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Central Market Hall
Restored neogothic hall for traders with grocery produce on the ground & souvenirs on the 1st floor.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
11 - 14 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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$13
9 - 14 min

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Iguana Bar & Grill
Iguana Bar & Grill - Autentikus mexikói ételek a város szívében. Iguana Bar & Grill - Authentic mexican cuisine in the heart of the city.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
7 - 10 min

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Hungarian Parliament Building
Landmark Gothic Revival–style edifice with lavishly decorated rooms, plus a visitors' center.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$38
8 - 11 min

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Hungarikum Bisztró
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$28
Day 2
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$86

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$ 8

Medosz Hotel Budapest

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Széchenyi Chain Bridge
Landmark 19th-century suspension bridge, designed by William Tierney Clark & illuminated at night.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Free
12 - 18 min

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Buda Castle
Palatial venue for the Hungarian National Gallery plus displays from Gothic altars to sculpture.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$25
46 - 56 min

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Elizabeth Lookout
Constructed in 1911, this landmark limestone tower offers a cafe & steps to sweeping views.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
60 - 72 min

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Matthias Church
A 13th-century church named for King Matthias, who married here, with an ecclesiastical art museum.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
$15
4 - 5 min

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Walzer Café Semiramis
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$12
4 - 6 min

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Fisherman's Bastion
19th-century fortress with 7 turreted lookout towers offering panoramic views plus cafe on terrace.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$10
8 - 11 min

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Ennmann Japán Étterem
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$24

Budget breakdown: $219 In total

Activities & Food:$207
Transport:$12