Budapest - Explore by day, discover by night.
The capital of Hungary is up there among the world’s most romantic, entertaining capitals. It boasts broad boulevards and green parks, grand Art-Nouveau mansions and vibrantly painted churches, lively cafés and world-class music venues. The city is divided into two parts by the meandering Danube, iconically spanned by several stunning bridges.
Budapest is truly a city of a thousand faces, offering a unique atmosphere. In case you are on a lookout for authentic Central Eastern European culture of architecture, cafés and world famous cuisine, the fascinating memoirs of different eras of Hungary are all well preserved and offer a truly genuine experience. The majestic castle of Buda, the unique design of the Parliament, world famous baths, or the first metro line of the continent are just a few highlights this city has to offer for the admirers of rich heritage.
After dawn, a pulsing fresh artistic underground night life begins. The centre is buzzing from the sounds of life on the streets. Ruin-pubs, open air places offering the exceptional Hungarian wine, palinkas, live music and much more await those who wish to invest more energy into the night, while the city has all the modern urban offerings you would expect. Posh bars, high class restaurants are offers Budapest is nothing short of.
A colorful city for the seekers of rich culture, a relaxing time or pulsing night life, Budapest is truly a treasure box of unexpected pleasant surprises.
Take a look at the riverside panorama of Budapest, which is one of the 9 Hungarian landmarks ranked on the UNESCO world heritage site and it will make you understand why the city is referred as the Pearl of the Danube.
Don’t miss a Danube cruise to have the best view of the city and to admire the beauty of the city.
Taste local specialities like the pörkölt (beef stew) or the spicy halászle (fish soup) and the renewed Hungarian cuisine in one of the Michelin awarded restaurants, or just have a snack, a lángos (flatbread). Finally do not miss to try out the Túró Rudi (chocolate bar filled with curd).
Budapest was also awarded the title ‘Spa Capital’ of Europe. Budapest boasts more thermal springs within its city borders, than any other in the world. Many types of spas from historic Turkish to Art Nouveau and modern baths, from medical to party spas can all be found right here!
Our tip:
Find the hidden treasures of Budapest: Károly garden surrounded by restaurants, cafés and shops – a place to be - and experience the nightlife at the Gozsdu court – the new hotspot of Budapest!
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