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Discover the Magic of Budapest: A 4-Day Itinerary

Rocío Ortigosa Guerrero

29 Sep 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Budapest, Hungary's vibrant capital. Explore iconic landmarks like St. Stephen's Basilica, Hungarian Parliament Building, and Fisherman's Bastion. Indulge in the rich history and culture of this enchanting city.

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Day 1

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$170

St. Stephen's Basilica

Vast cupola-topped Roman Catholic place of worship, built from 1851 to 1905, with regular concerts.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

15 - 22 min

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Hungarian Parliament Building

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$75

4 - 6 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.

11:30 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Széchenyi Chain Bridge

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

12:15 PM - 12:45 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.

1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

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$40

2 - 3 min

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Matthias Church

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$30

Day 2

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$160

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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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$50

17 - 21 min

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Hungarian State Opera

Neoclassical venue with ceiling frescoes & statues of composers, for opera & ballet plus tours.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

12 - 17 min

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Dohány Street Synagogue

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$60

Day 3

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$40

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$ 8

Heroes' Square

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

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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New York Café

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

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

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$25

8 - 12 min

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Szimpla Kert

Huge pub with old mismatched items & a disused Trabant car, with music, food, market & a garden.

10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Central Market Hall

Restored neogothic hall for traders with grocery produce on the ground & souvenirs on the 1st floor.

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

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$15

Day 4

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$135

Vajdahunyad Castle

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$35

8 - 12 min

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Széchenyi Thermal Bath

Ornate thermal baths, built in 1913, with a cupola, massivve swimming pools & water jet massagers.

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$100

Budget breakdown: $517 In total

Activities & Food:$505

Transport:$12