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3 Days in Budapest: Exploring the Gems of Hungary

Mariana Echeverria

3 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Budapest, Hungary's vibrant capital, as you discover iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's rich history and culture.

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Day 1

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$117

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$ 2

Vörösmarty tér

A statue of the poet Mihály Vörösmart stands in this scenic square known for its Christmas market.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Hungarian Parliament Building

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$38

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.

11:00 AM - 11:15 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.

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Déryné "pékséges bódé"

12:45 PM - 2:15 PM

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$18

13 - 20 min

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Buda Castle

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

2:15 PM - 4:15 PM

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$25

11 - 16 min

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Fisherman's Bastion

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

4:45 PM - 5:45 PM

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$10

3 - 4 min

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Castle District

6:15 PM - 8:15 PM

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$26

Day 2

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$112

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$ 2

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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$23

6 - 8 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.

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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City Park Ice Rink and Boating

19th-century, outdoor, public skating rink in park, with classes, plus skate rental & sharpening.

11:15 AM - 1:15 PM

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$10

11 - 16 min

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Paprika Vendéglő

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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$12

9 - 14 min

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Vajdahunyad Castle

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

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

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$18

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.

4:45 PM - 7:45 PM

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$50

Day 3

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$35

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$ 6

Citadella

Built after the suppression of the Hungarian Revolution in 1848, this fort is a symbol of the city.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Liberty Statue

Minimalist statue, erected in 1947, commemorating those who lost their lives for the country.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Central Market Hall

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Szimpla Kert

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Rapaz

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$22

2 - 3 min

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New York Café

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

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$13

8 - 10 min

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ELTE Füvészkert

Lush, historic garden founded in 1771 & showcasing an array of cacti, orchids & water lilies.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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City Park

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

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $273 In total

Activities & Food:$263

Transport:$10