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7 Days in Budapest: Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Authentic Cuisine

Ευάγγελος Κρόκος

13 Mar 2024

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Join me on a thrilling journey through Budapest as we discover ancient marvels, relax in thermal baths, and indulge in mouthwatering Hungarian cuisine. From the stunning Fisherman's Bastion to the iconic Hungarian Parliament Building, this itinerary has it all. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Europe!

Trip to Budapest

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Underwater Wonders and Basilica Beauty

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$148

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$ 2

Tropicarium-Oceanarium Kft.

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$30

30 - 36 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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$25

6 - 9 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

3 - 4 min

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Akademia Italia

Itáliai gasztronómiai központ Budapest szívében, a Szent István Bazilika tövében. Három az egyben: minőségi olasz étterem, autentikus delikátesz bolt és főzőiskola egy helyen.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

3 - 4 min

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Meatology Budapest

Slow food, fast. Ez a hely húsról szól. Padlizsánporos paszternákpüré helyett ragacsos császár és ropogós csülök van. Érted.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 2Soaking in History and Italian Delights

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$128

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$ 2

Gellért Thermal Bath

These architecturally significant thermal pools are part of the famous Hotel Gellert complex.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$44

14 - 17 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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$14

2 - 3 min

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Jamie's Italian Budapest

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

5 - 8 min

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Pavillon de Paris

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$32

Day 3Unveiling Dark Secrets and Breathtaking Views

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$132

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$ 4

House of Terror

Museum documenting the effect of the Nazi and Soviet regimes in Hungary, and memorial to victims.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$22

7 - 9 min

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Dohány Street Synagogue

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$30

12 - 15 min

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Fisherman's Bastion

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$10

6 - 9 min

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Pavillon de Paris

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$32

10 - 15 min

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Jamie's Italian Budapest

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$38

Day 4Castles, Parliament, and Culinary Delights

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$128

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$ 4

Buda Castle

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$24

11 - 14 min

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Hungarian Parliament Building

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$36

14 - 17 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.

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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La Perle Noire Restaurant and Lounge

Fusion of modern Hungarian flavours and sophisticated French cuisine. A modern magyaros ízvilág és a kifinomult francia konyha találkozása.

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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$32

12 - 17 min

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Zöld Küllő

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 5Exploring the Castle District and Indulging in Café Culture

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$124

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$ 4

Castle District

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$26

18 - 22 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

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$13

9 - 11 min

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Vajdahunyad Castle

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$18

3 - 4 min

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Zöld Küllő

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

8 - 11 min

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Paprika Vendéglő

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Day 6Relaxing in Thermal Baths and Savoring Local Flavors

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$122

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

8 - 12 min

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Zöld Küllő

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

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Zöld Küllő

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 7Roaming with Animals and Savoring Traditional Fare

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$95

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$ 4

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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$25

6 - 8 min

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Tinu’s

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$38

10 - 12 min

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Paprika Vendéglő

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Budget breakdown: $897 In total

Activities & Food:$877

Transport:$20