2 days in Budapest
About the city
Now, this itinerary is designed for only two day so don’t be surprised when you find yourself wishing you could come back again! Often, Budapest will give you more than it promises.The city is divided in two - Buda and Pest, connected by bridges - and that each side offers a distinct experience and glimpse into history.
💎 In Buda
★ The thermal baths harking back to the days of the Turkish invaders
★ The peaceful Tabán area and cobblestone streets in the historic quarter of Castle Hill
💎 In Pest
★ A world class city with the elegance of Andrássy Avenue
★ The enchanting Opera House
★ The cupola of the Basilica
★ Its contemporary museum
★ Nightlife
★ And its many hidden worlds that can be explored on alternative tours.
🏆 The banks of the Danube and the Buda Castle district as well as Andrássy Avenue and its historic vicinity are recognized by UNESCO as having World Heritage status.
Day 1 evening
Arrival to Budapest
Day 2
1
Fisherman's Bastion
With its views of Budapest, this is the perfect place to start your tour of the city.
🏰 A 19th-century fortress offering panoramic views of the city
☕ Cafe onsite
🏰 A 19th-century fortress offering panoramic views of the city
☕ Cafe onsite
2
Matthias Church
Just next to Fisherman’s Bastion is The Church of Our Lady (Matthias Church) at Buda Castle, a 14th century church named after King Matthias.
⛪ The Church commemorates Hungarian history in all its details.
⛪ The Church commemorates Hungarian history in all its details.
3
Castle Hill
From Matthias Church, stroll the winding cobblestone streets and leafy promenades of Castle Hill.
★ Key attractions include: Buda Castle, Hungarian National Gallery and Budapest History Museum and the spectacular views over the Danube and nearby Matthias Church.
★ Key attractions include: Buda Castle, Hungarian National Gallery and Budapest History Museum and the spectacular views over the Danube and nearby Matthias Church.
4
Széchenyi Chain Bridge
Descend the hill by funicular or on foot and cross the most beautiful bridge of Budapest, the chain bridge, the first permanent bridge of Budapest built in the 1800’s.
5
Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest
Arrive at Széchenyi István Square, facing the spectacular Gresham Palace (Four Seasons Hotel).
★ Feel free to enter this hotel to admire the beautiful Art Deco interior.
★ Feel free to enter this hotel to admire the beautiful Art Deco interior.
6
Hungarian Parliament Building
10-minute walk and you'll find the the richly decorated Parliament building.
★ Inspired by the Houses of Parliament in London, thus it was designed in Neo-Gothic style, although it also bears Renaissance and Baroque stylistic flourishes.
★ The third largest parliament in the world, it was built on the 1000th anniversary of the foundation of the state of Hungary.
👞 Do not miss: ‘Shoes on the banks of the Danube’ - about forty meters of metal shoes represent the thousands of Jews who were shot before removing their shoes.
★ Inspired by the Houses of Parliament in London, thus it was designed in Neo-Gothic style, although it also bears Renaissance and Baroque stylistic flourishes.
★ The third largest parliament in the world, it was built on the 1000th anniversary of the foundation of the state of Hungary.
👞 Do not miss: ‘Shoes on the banks of the Danube’ - about forty meters of metal shoes represent the thousands of Jews who were shot before removing their shoes.
7
St. Stephen's Basilica
⛪ St. Stephen’s Basilica is the largest Roman Catholic Church in Hungary. It was completed in 1905, after 54 years of construction
8
Café Gerbeaud
🌭 Locate the famous Café Gerbeaud in Vörösmarty Square. Mayve have a coffee/refreshments and try their Hungarian pastry.
9
Vörösmarty tér
From St. Stephen’s Basilica, walk to Vorosmarty Ter. This square is the town center of Pest.
Don't miss
★ The beautiful panorama of Buda with its Castle and the Matthias Church
★ Statue called “The Little Princess"
★ The first branch of McDonalds! People lined up here back in 1980s!
Don't miss
★ The beautiful panorama of Buda with its Castle and the Matthias Church
★ Statue called “The Little Princess"
★ The first branch of McDonalds! People lined up here back in 1980s!
10
Central Market Hall
🛍️ Join the mix of tourists and locals and do a little shopping.
🍞 While in the market, try some local delicacies in different shapes and flavors.
🍞 While in the market, try some local delicacies in different shapes and flavors.
11
Budapest Danube Boat Tour
🛳️ 1-Hour Budapest Sightseeing Cruise with Dinner
There is no better way to end your first day in Budapest than this - a relaxing 1 to 2 hours cruise along River Danube enjoying the picturesque landscape of the city while having dinner!
✔️ You can choose from various cruise type offered by several operators that'll fit your interest.
Here is the link of Budapest official tourism website for a start
https://www.budapestinfo.hu/boat-trips
There is no better way to end your first day in Budapest than this - a relaxing 1 to 2 hours cruise along River Danube enjoying the picturesque landscape of the city while having dinner!
✔️ You can choose from various cruise type offered by several operators that'll fit your interest.
Here is the link of Budapest official tourism website for a start
https://www.budapestinfo.hu/boat-trips
Day 3
1
Gellért Hill
★ The Gellért Hill is the capital’s popular excursion place.
★ Most popular spot from which to view the city, as thousands of tourists and locals alike stream by every day.
★ Most popular spot from which to view the city, as thousands of tourists and locals alike stream by every day.
2
Hungarian National Museum
🏛️ Hungary’s first museum.
Visitors can discover the Carpathian Basin’s millennial history, from ancient times to the change of regime, in this one-of-a-kind classicist building.
Visitors can discover the Carpathian Basin’s millennial history, from ancient times to the change of regime, in this one-of-a-kind classicist building.
3
Margaret Island
Just 20 minutes away from the city is Margaret Island. This 2,800-metre-long island in the Danube is guaranteed to be the greenest part of the city.
🛳️ The easiest way to reach the island is via Margaret bridge or by boat.
★ Boat houses along its shores, a casino designed by Miklós Ybl in its centre, a water tower designated a UNESCO protected site and the Japanese garden are also worth mentioning
🛳️ The easiest way to reach the island is via Margaret bridge or by boat.
★ Boat houses along its shores, a casino designed by Miklós Ybl in its centre, a water tower designated a UNESCO protected site and the Japanese garden are also worth mentioning
4
Széchenyi Thermal Bath
♨️ Experience Thermal Bath before the day ends.
💎 Built in 1913, Széchenyi Bath, with 21 pools, is one of the largest bathing complexes in Europe.
★ In addition to traditional medicinal services, the entrance fee also includes wellness services such as the fitness gym, saunas and underwater gymnastics.
💎 Built in 1913, Széchenyi Bath, with 21 pools, is one of the largest bathing complexes in Europe.
★ In addition to traditional medicinal services, the entrance fee also includes wellness services such as the fitness gym, saunas and underwater gymnastics.
5
Gozsdu Court
🥂 With its many restaurants and cafes, this is one of Budapest’s night spots.
🍽️ You can enjoy, have a good meal and maybe meet new friends here before going back to your hotel.
🍽️ You can enjoy, have a good meal and maybe meet new friends here before going back to your hotel.
Other places to visit
1
Gellért Hill
★ The Gellért Hill is the capital’s popular excursion place.
★ Most popular spot from which to view the city, as thousands of tourists and locals alike stream by every day.
★ Most popular spot from which to view the city, as thousands of tourists and locals alike stream by every day.
2
Hungarian National Museum
🏛️ Hungary’s first museum.
Visitors can discover the Carpathian Basin’s millennial history, from ancient times to the change of regime, in this one-of-a-kind classicist building.
Visitors can discover the Carpathian Basin’s millennial history, from ancient times to the change of regime, in this one-of-a-kind classicist building.
3
Margaret Island
Just 20 minutes away from the city is Margaret Island. This 2,800-metre-long island in the Danube is guaranteed to be the greenest part of the city.
🛳️ The easiest way to reach the island is via Margaret bridge or by boat.
★ Boat houses along its shores, a casino designed by Miklós Ybl in its centre, a water tower designated a UNESCO protected site and the Japanese garden are also worth mentioning
🛳️ The easiest way to reach the island is via Margaret bridge or by boat.
★ Boat houses along its shores, a casino designed by Miklós Ybl in its centre, a water tower designated a UNESCO protected site and the Japanese garden are also worth mentioning
4
Széchenyi Thermal Bath
♨️ Experience Thermal Bath before the day ends.
💎 Built in 1913, Széchenyi Bath, with 21 pools, is one of the largest bathing complexes in Europe.
★ In addition to traditional medicinal services, the entrance fee also includes wellness services such as the fitness gym, saunas and underwater gymnastics.
💎 Built in 1913, Széchenyi Bath, with 21 pools, is one of the largest bathing complexes in Europe.
★ In addition to traditional medicinal services, the entrance fee also includes wellness services such as the fitness gym, saunas and underwater gymnastics.
5
Gozsdu Court
🥂 With its many restaurants and cafes, this is one of Budapest’s night spots.
🍽️ You can enjoy, have a good meal and maybe meet new friends here before going back to your hotel.
🍽️ You can enjoy, have a good meal and maybe meet new friends here before going back to your hotel.
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