Budapest Travel Tips

Hello and welcome to Budapest Travel Tips! My name is Laurent and I’d like to share with you my passion for Budapest, the superb Hungarian capital where I’ve been living for over twenty years.

On this blog, you’ll find all the tips and advice you need to visit Budapest. Discover the capital’s historic and iconic attractions, its famous thermal baths as well as its museums and restaurants, and come and enjoy the extraordinary shows and concerts, not forgetting the art exhibitions, nightlife, shopping and much more.

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How to visit the Parliament of Budapest

The Budapest Parliament, located in Pest along the Danube, is one of the iconic monuments...

Public holidays in Hungary

In order to best plan your trip to Budapest, check your dates of stay with...

The Great Synagogue in Budapest

Located in the city center of Pest, the Great Synagogue of Budapest is a must...

Budapest Concerts, Ballets and Opera

Budapest is a music-loving city that offers the opportunity to attend many performances of classical...

Taxi at Budapest Airport

Do you want to travel from Budapest Airport to the city center by taxi ?...

Guided tours in Budapest

Visit Budapest, the pearl of the Danube, with guided tours in English to discover the...

DINING

Our selection of Budapest restaurants

The Hungarian capital has become a hotbed of gastronomy: many restaurants...

Hungarian cuisine

Hungarian cuisine is marked by various influences, mainly those of the...

Historic cafés of Budapest

Hungarian pastries

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Gödölló: the Royal Palace of Empress Sissi

Located 35 km east of Budapest, the Royal Palace of Gödöllő is the largest Baroque castle in Hungary. The castle is particularly known for being...

Visit Budapest in 2 days

You are about to visit Budapest in 2 days and want to optimize your time? Experience the best of the Hungarian capital when you spend...

Public Transport in Budapest

Public transport in Budapest is well developed and runs with high frequency, with the city served by metro, tram, trolley and bus. While it...

Discover the beautiful Lake Balaton region

Lake Balaton, nicknamed the Hungarian Sea, is Hungary's second most popular tourist destination after Budapest. Lake Balaton is the largest lake in Central Europe...

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BUDAPEST AIRPORT

Budapest airport Transfer

How to get from Budapest Airport to the city center? Several options are...

BUDAPEST TRAVEL TIPS

Best Rooftop bars of Budapest

What are the best rooftop bars in Budapest ? Where can...

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS…AND ANSWERS.

Is my valid identity card enough for my flight? Yes, if you are a citizen of the European Union. You can find all the information you need to prepare for your arrival on this link.

How long does it take to get to the centre of Budapest from the airport? Approximately 35 minutes. Find out about all the transfer options (bus, shuttle, taxi, etc.) from Budapest airport on this link.

What is the cheapest transfer from the airport to the centre? Bus 100E is the cheapest transfer to take you into the city centre: information and prices on this link.

Which thermal baths in Budapest do you recommend? Find our selection of the best thermal baths in Budapest on this link.

What is the currency in Hungary? Where do I change my money? The currency in Hungary is the forint. Change at the best rates and avoid the pitfalls with our dedicated article on this link.

Which public transport services should I use to visit Budapest, and how much will it cost? Budapest has excellent metro, tram and bus services. All the information you need on public transport and other passes can be found on this link.

How long does a visit to the Hungarian Parliament last? An iconic monument in the Hungarian capital, the visit is a must and lasts 30 minutes. It can only be done in small accompanied groups: detailed information on this link.

What programme would you recommend for a 4-day trip? Discover our recommended itinerary per day to visit Budapest on this link.

Where can I go out at night in Budapest and what are the ruin bars? We can help you with our selection of the best bars and clubs that liven up Budapest’s unique nightlife on this link.