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A Day in Budapest: Exploring History and Culture

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19 Oct 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Budapest's iconic landmarks, from the Castle District to the Central Market Hall. Indulge in delicious pizza at Pizza Manufaktura and experience the grandeur of the New York Café. Discover the poignant Shoes on the Danube Bank and marvel at the architectural beauty of the Széchenyi Chain Bridge. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Heroes' Square and unwind in the serene City Park.

Trip to Budapest

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$34

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$ 3

Castle District

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Fisherman's Bastion

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$5

17 - 26 min

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Directions

Shoes on the Danube Bank

Waterside shoe sculptures memorializing those killed at the river by a fascist party during WWII.

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Széchenyi Chain Bridge

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

12:45 PM - 1:15 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Pizza Manufaktura

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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$9

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Central Market Hall

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

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

New York Café

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

4:45 PM - 5:45 PM

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$6

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Heroes' Square

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

6:15 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

City Park

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

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $37 In total

Activities & Food:$34

Transport:$3