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3-Day Budapest Adventure: Exploring the Heart of Hungary

Oscar Ortega Merino

Oscar Ortega Merino

3 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey through Budapest, Hungary's vibrant capital. Discover the iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this enchanting city.

Trip to Budapest

Day 1
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$58

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$ 2

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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$8
7 - 9 min

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Szimpla Kert
Huge pub with old mismatched items & a disused Trabant car, with music, food, market & a garden.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 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
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$13
8 - 12 min

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MÁK bistro
MÁK received 2 chef's hats by Gault M. and several awards such us the Kitchen of the Year, Best Progressive Hung. Rest. (Time Out).
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
5 - 8 min

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Széchenyi Chain Bridge
Landmark 19th-century suspension bridge, designed by William Tierney Clark & illuminated at night.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
16 - 23 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 - 4:15 PM
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$20
Day 2
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$62

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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$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
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Paprika Vendéglő
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
Day 3
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$47

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$ 4

City Park
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
22 - 27 min

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Buda Castle
Palatial venue for the Hungarian National Gallery plus displays from Gothic altars to sculpture.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
4 - 5 min

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Walzer Café Semiramis
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$22
4 - 5 min

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Castle District
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $173 In total

Activities & Food:$167
Transport:$6