Budapest walking tour & city guide
A grand capital of baths, bridges and the Danube.
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Budapest, divided by the Danube into hilly Buda and flat Pest, is one of the most beautiful capitals in Europe. Its riverbanks, lined with the Parliament and Buda Castle, are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Buda and Pest
On the Buda side, Buda Castle and the Fisherman's Bastion offer stunning views of the Parliament across the river. The Chain Bridge links the two sides. In Pest, St Stephen's Basilica and the grand Andrássy Avenue lead to Heroes' Square.
Baths and ruin bars
Budapest is built on hot springs. The Széchenyi Baths have outdoor pools that steam in winter, and the Gellért Baths are decorated in Art Nouveau style. The Jewish Quarter is famous for its ruin bars in abandoned buildings.
Top sights in Budapest
- 1
Hungarian Parliament
A gothic revival landmark on the Danube.
- 2
Fisherman's Bastion
A terrace with views of Pest.
- 3
Buda Castle
A palace on Castle Hill.
- 4
Széchenyi Baths
Famous outdoor thermal pools.
- 5
St Stephen's Basilica
A great domed church.
Food markets & where to eat in Budapest
Great Market Hall
A huge market with paprika and lángos.
Jewish Quarter
Ruin bars and street food courts.
Andrássy Avenue cafés
Historic coffee houses.
Food to try in Budapest
Goulash
A paprika beef soup.
Lángos
Fried dough with sour cream and cheese.
Chimney cake
A sweet spiral pastry.
Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.
Plan your trip to Budapest
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