Complete guide to Budapest✨ 🇭🇺
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🧳 🚗 Some basic information before you start planning your trip to Budapest:
💬 Language : Hungarian
💸Currency: Forint (HUF)
Card 💳 or cash 💵: Most places accept credit cards (also Revolut), but at some smaller businesses or markets you will need cash, so be prepared. There are many ATMs and money exchanges
✈️ Airport: Budapest Airport (BUD)
📅 Best time to visit: all year long, although it can be more crowded during summer because of the festival season
⏰ Recommended stay: 3-4 days
☕ Average cappuccino price: $2,5
🤑 Tipping: When eating out, leaving a 10% tip is usual. However, many bills already include a service fee
🚶🏽♀️🚌 Recommended transportation: public transport is great in the city, but Budapest is also really walkable
How to travel to Budapest?
If you come by plane, you will arrive at Budapest airport, which is around 35-40 min from the city center by 100E bus (1500 HUF, one way). You can also choose a taxi, there are many waiting outside of the airport.
Budapest Nemzetközi Repülőtér
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If you come by bus, probably you will arrive at Kelenföld station or Népliget station. From both places you can use the metro to go to the centre.
Kelenföld autóbusz-állomás
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Népliget Autóbusz-pályaudvar parkoló
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If you come by train, you may arrive to one of the following stations, which are located in the city centre, so you can either use public transport or walk to your accommodation
Keleti pályaudvar
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Nyugati pályaudvar
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Where to stay?
if you are on a budget
The Hive Party Hostel
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Hive Party Hostel Budapest is a popular hostel located in the heart of Budapest's party district. The hostel offers a range of accommodation options, including dormitory rooms and private rooms, and is known for its lively atmosphere and social events. The hostel also offers various amenities, such as a fully equipped kitchen, a lounge area, and free Wi-Fi, making it a great choice for budget-conscious travelers looking for a fun and social stay in Budapest.
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Wombat's City Hostel
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Wombat's City Hostel is a modern and stylish hostel located in the heart of Budapest, just a few minutes' walk from the city's main attractions. The hostel offers a range of accommodation options, including private rooms and dormitory rooms, all of which are equipped with comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi. Wombat's City Hostel also features a range of amenities, such as a fully equipped kitchen, a bar and lounge area, and a terrace with stunning views of the city, making it a popular choice for travelers looking for a comfortable and convenient stay in Budapest.
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BLACKSHEEP HOSTEL
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Blacksheep Hostel is a cozy and welcoming hostel located in the heart of Budapest's Jewish Quarter, just a short walk from the city's main attractions. The hostel offers a range of accommodation options, including dormitory rooms and private rooms, all of which are equipped with comfortable beds and free Wi-Fi. Blacksheep Hostel also features a communal kitchen, a lounge area, and a rooftop terrace with stunning views of the city, making it a great choice for travelers looking for a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in Budapest.
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Boomerang Hostel
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Das Nest Budapest
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4 ⭐ and 5 ⭐ hotels
Up Hotel Budapest
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Up Hotel Budapest is a contemporary boutique hotel located in the heart of Budapest's Jewish Quarter. The hotel offers 62 rooms and suites with modern amenities and stunning city views. Guests can enjoy the fully-equipped fitness center, sauna, rooftop terrace, restaurant, and bar.
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Hotel Rum Budapest
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Hotel Rum Budapest is a trendy and stylish boutique hotel located in the heart of Budapest's historic Jewish Quarter. The hotel features 38 individually designed rooms, each with a unique and contemporary aesthetic. Guests can also enjoy the hotel's rooftop terrace, which offers panoramic views of the city and a chic cocktail bar.
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Mystery Hotel Budapest
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Mystery Hotel Budapest is a luxurious and mysterious hotel located in the heart of Budapest. The hotel's design is inspired by the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles of the early 20th century, with opulent furnishings and decor. The hotel offers 82 spacious rooms and suites, as well as a restaurant, bar, and wellness center.
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Cortile Hotel - Adults Only
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Cortile Hotel is a boutique hotel located in the heart of Budapest's historic Palace Quarter. The hotel features 44 stylish and elegantly designed rooms and suites, each with modern amenities and comfortable furnishings. Guests can also enjoy the hotel's wellness center, rooftop terrace with panoramic city views, and a restaurant serving Italian cuisine.
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Aria Hotel Budapest by Library Hotel Collection
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Aria Hotel is a luxurious, music-themed hotel located in the heart of Budapest's historic city center. The hotel features 49 uniquely designed rooms and suites, each inspired by a different genre of music. Guests can enjoy the hotel's music library, rooftop bar and garden, full-service spa, and restaurant serving Hungarian and international cuisine.
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Sightseeing in Budapest
Budapest is divided into Buda and Pest side by the Danube river. Both sides offer a variety of sights and things to do, which I will tell you more about
Pest
Vajdahunyad vára
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Városliget
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Hősök tere
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Andrássy út
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Deák Ferenc tér
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Dohány utcai Zsinagóga
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Nagy Vásárcsarnok
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Országház
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Szent István Bazilika
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Magyar Állami Operaház
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Buda
Budai Vár
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Halászbástya
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Gellért-hegy
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Gül Baba Türbe és Rózsakert
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Where to eat? 🥐🍔
My favorite places to have breakfast or brunch
VINYL & WOOD - Get Lost in Wonderland
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Anyám szerint
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Úri cipő - kaptafa
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Zoska
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Cozy (and budget friendly) breakfast and brunch place. I used to come here a lot because my university was 2 min from here
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Cserpes Tejivó
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Brunch Bistro Budapest
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Sarki Fűszeres
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If you want to try some Hungarian food
Retró Lángos Budapest
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Gettó Gulyás
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Lecsó Magyaros Étterem
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Náncsi Néni Vendéglője
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some fancy places
Mazel Tov
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DOBRUMBA
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Twentysix Budapest
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Tereza Mexican Restaurant
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Kandalló
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Where to go on a night out?
for drinks (if you are on a budget)
Kisüzem
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Füge Udvar
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Pótkulcs
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if you want to dance
Morrison's 2.
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Akvárium Klub
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Instant-Fogas komplexum
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ELLÁTÓház
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Szimpla Kert
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One of the oldest and most popular ruin pubs in Budapest, Szimpla Kert offers a quirky atmosphere, live music, and great drinks
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Budapest Park
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Time to relax.. thermal baths in Budapest
Széchenyi Gyógyfürdő és Uszoda
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Rudas Gyógyfürdő és Uszoda
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Gellért Gyógyfürdő és Uszoda
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Szent Lukács Gyógyfürdő
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Irgalmasok Veli Bej Fürdője
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Skybars
Cortile Sky Bar&Pool
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Cortile Sky Bar is a stunning rooftop bar located in the heart of Budapest, offering breathtaking views of the city and its famous landmarks. In the past, you had to order drinks for 5000 HUF and you could spend the afternoon/evening on the rooftop and pool, now you have to pay a 10000 HUF entry if you are not a hotel guest
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High Note SkyBar
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Located on the rooftop of the Aria Hotel Budapest, the High Note SkyBar offers stunning panoramic views of the city. (It is next to the St Stephen's Basilica) The bar offers an extensive cocktail menu, live music, and a relaxed atmosphere.
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360 Bar
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This popular skybar is located in the heart of Budapest and offers breathtaking views of the city from its rooftop terrace. 🎡 (You can see for example the St Stephen's Basilica and the Budapest Eye from here)The bar is open all year long and offers a wide selection of cocktails, wines, and beers
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Leo Rooftop Bar
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Located on the rooftop of the Hotel Clark Budapest, the Leo Budapest Rooftop Bar offers breathtaking views of the Danube River and the city's iconic landmarks. The bar offers a great selection of cocktails, wines, and beers, and a stylish and sophisticated atmosphere.
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St. Andrea Wine & Skybar
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A rooftop bar located in the heart of Budapest, offering spectacular views of the city and its iconic landmarks. The bar specializes in local wines and serves a variety of delicious small plates in a relaxed and sophisticated atmosphere.
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Fun things to do
Light Art Museum
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Museum of Sweets & Selfies No. 2. | BUBBLES
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Pinball museum
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Fővárosi Állat- és Növénykert
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Csodák Palotája
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VR Vidámpark
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Brigitta Bartha
🏠 born in Hungary, grew up in Germany and worked in Spain as an au pair
🍕🥞 food lover
✨ always trying to find the best deals and hidden places
👯♀️ usually traveling with friends, but I started my solo travel journey last year
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