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Budapest: A Journey Through History and Beauty

Milica Djuric

30 Sep 2023

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Embark on a 3-day adventure in Budapest, Hungary, exploring iconic landmarks like the Hungarian Parliament Building, Shoes on the Danube Bank, Buda Castle, Matthias Church, Fisherman's Bastion, and more. Immerse yourself in the rich history and breathtaking architecture of this vibrant city.

Trip to Budapest

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$98

Bellevue Budapest B&B

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 32 min

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Bellevue Budapest B&B

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Hungarian Parliament Building

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$38

20 - 29 min

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Shoes on the Danube Bank

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

10 - 15 min

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Buda Castle

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

10:45 AM - 12:45 PM

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$25

1 - 2 min

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Matthias Church

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

1:15 PM - 2:15 PM

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$15

Fisherman's Bastion

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

2:45 PM - 3:30 PM

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$20

Bellevue Budapest B&B

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 2

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$50

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$ 6

Bellevue Budapest B&B

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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Bellevue Budapest B&B

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Castle District

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Erzsébet Bridge

Suspension bridge completed in 1964, spanning the River Danube & joining the cities of Buda & Pest.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 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.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

11 - 14 min

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New York Café

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$13

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.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$13

Széchenyi Chain Bridge

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

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Bellevue Budapest B&B

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Day 3

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$48

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$ 6

Bellevue Budapest B&B

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Bellevue Budapest B&B

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

39 - 47 min

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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

4 - 5 min

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City Park

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Vajdahunyad Castle

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$18

Heroes' Square

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

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM

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Free

Bellevue Budapest B&B

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $207 In total

Activities & Food:$195

Transport:$12