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Looking for some ideas and inspiration on how to spend 1 or 2 days in Budapest? Well, you have found the right itinerary with a list of things to do.
Budapest is one of Europe’s great culture capitals, divided by the romantic Danube River and connected by the iconic Chain Bridge. Buda is on the eastern banks, the Hillside and historic part of the city and Pest is on the west, the cosmopolitan and trendy side.
Budapest is full of history, culture, surprises and attractions that are waiting to be explored. Here you will find the ultimate 2 days in Budapest itinerary with lots of suggestions of things for you to do and see.
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WHAT TO DO:
First thing take a walk around the city, there are so many beautiful buildings and streets to discover, I think that’s the best way to find hidden gems and unique places. If you don’t want to wander around the city on your own and prefer a guided tour, then check out Free Budapest Walking Tours. There’s no need to book ahead of time and no obligation to stay for the entire tour. If you’re happy with your guide, make sure to tip them what you can at the end of the tour.
If you’re not the walk around type of person or just want to get as much covered as you can, the Hop on Hop off bus is another way to getting around this big city and see all the important sites. You will find ticket sellers almost everywhere, or you buy your ticket online in advanced. You can get off at any stop you like to visit the site you decided to see, come back and take the bus to your next stop. From the Open Top bus you get an amazing view of the city. If you’re short on time to get off stops then just stay on the bus, take a round trip and listen to the commentary in your chosen language and enjoy the cities magic as you drive by. Check out the Hop on Hop off bus of Budapest and find the right package for you.
Budapest by night is an experience you can’t miss out on so make sure you bring along some time. Besides of all the awesome pubs, bars and clubs, the city lightens up at night. Taking an evening walk through the streets to your chosen restaurant to have dinner is an absolute romantic and epic way to start your nightlife in Budapest.
WHERE TO STAY
Hi5 Apartments
In the middle of the eastern side Pest, the Hi5 Apartments have a great variety of Apartments with 1 – 3 bedrooms, allowing enough space for 1 – 10 guests. So no matter if you are travelling with your family, solo or a travel group, here you will find the right room for your trip. The Apartments are light and open, spacious, comfortable and very central.
The stuff is very friendly and helpful, you can check in at any time if your apartment isn’t ready as you arrive you can leave your luggage in the check-in luggage storage.
Quick FACTS and INFOS
HOP ON HOP OFF BUS:
- Depature times from 9:00am – 7pm (last bus at 7pm)
- Free WIFI, headphones
- Commentary in 16 languages
- Barrier-free
- Boat tour
- Guided walking tour
Boat Tour
- Meeting point: Dock no. 6, Vigadó tér, in front of the Marriott Hotel
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Please note that a minimum of 10 passengers is required for the boat tour
- Schedule: 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00, 19:00
Walking Tour:
- Starts daily at 11:00 from stop 1, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and ends at the Chain Bridge on the Pest side, at stop 2.
- Duration is 1 hour walking through areas the buses can not cover. St. Stephen Basilica, Parliament, Shoes on the Danube Bank, Váci Fashion Street, Danube Promenade.
Bus Tour:
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Monday – Thursday: buses run every 20 minutes.
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Friday – Sunday: buses run every 15 minutes
More details: https://www.citysightseeing.com/
WHERE TO PARTY:
- The Pointer Pub & Restaurant
- Instant-Fogas Complex
WHERE TO STAY:
Hi5 Apartments
https://www.hi5apartments.com/
PLACES TO VISIT:
- St. Stephen’s Basilica
- Dohány Street Synagogue
- Heroes’ Square
- Castle Garden
- Parliament
- The shoes on the Danube Bank
- Matthias Church
- Castle Hill, Royal Palace
- Gellert Hill
- Chain Bridge
- Andra´ssy Avenue
- Oktagon Square
- Hungarians State Opera
- House of Terror Museum
Szechenyi Thermal Baths – Rudas, Szechenyi Baths, Art Nouveau Bath/Gellért
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