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Things to do in Budapest
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items A short guide on how to get to know budapest at its best
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Things to do and places to go
This impressive structure has 691 rooms, as well as an impressive 19 kilometers of corridors and stairs.
Hungarian Parliment building
The cathedral is dedicated to St. Stephen, Hungary's holy king and the founder of the Hungarian state, and construction began in 1851, but after several construction setbacks—including the collapse of its unfinished dome—it was not dedicated until 19...
St. Stephen's Basilica
This exquisite collection of Neo-Romanesque towers, courtyards, colonnades, and walls was built between 1895 and 1902, and is one of the most popular points in the city for tourists, largely for its spectacular views over the city and the Danube.
Fisherman's Bastion
On the banks of the Danube river you'll find the chilling Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial. It consists of a series of 60 pairs of steel sculpted shoes memorializing Jews shot here by the Nazis, and is a poignant and moving reminder of the Nazi atro...
Danube Promenade
Also known as The Church of Our Lady (Nagyboldogasszony-templom), is a prominent landmark on Castle Hill. It was completed in 1269, and its magnificent south doorway with its relief depicting the Death of Mary was added in the 1300s.
Matthias Church
Built in 1897 and the largest and oldest of Budapest's many markets, it's as interesting to view from the inside as it is on the outside – particularly if you enjoy people watching.
Central Market Hall
The Museum of Fine Arts (Szépmuvészeti Múzeum) is not only Budapest's most important art gallery, it houses one of the largest collections of works by the Old Masters to be found in Europe.
Museum of Fine Arts
The impressive Heroes' Square (Hosök tere) was largely the work of architect Albert Schickedanz, who was also responsible for the huge Museum of Fine Arts that flanks this large open space. Highlights include the Millennium Monument, a 36-meter colum...
Heroes' Square and the Millennium monument
Established in 1913, it's supplied by two thermal springs; it's also the biggest such facility in Europe, capable of handling thousands of bathers at a time in its three outdoor pools (including an adventure pool that's great for families) and 15 ind...
Szechenyi Baths - Szechenyi Baths
The building's dimensions alone are impressive, and since it opened in 1884. The Hungarian State Opera House is home to the Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra and the Hungarian National Ballet
Hungarian State Opera
Restourants
A beautiful restaurant serving a mix of Israeli and Mediterranean cuisine
Mazel Tov
A perfect Hungarian restaurant that serves both classic dishes and a lot of other things. Jewish and Hungarian cuisine at its finest
Restaurant Rosenstein
Opened in 1858. You must try the Dobos cake.
Café Gerbeaud
Shopping
Vaci Street is the top pedestrian shopping street in Budapest, with each side of this bustling destination featuring an abundance of restaurants, cafés and retail stores.
Váci Street
Considering the name, it's hardly surprising that many of the world's leading fashion brands are found here. Popular brands include Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger, Cos and Philipp Plein.
Fashion Street
Andrássy Avenue is the place to be when you’re looking for the world’s most recognizable fashion labels. It’s lined with trees and runs right through the middle of Budapest’s historic district.
Andrássy út
It’s a good idea to set aside a few hours to explore the 400+ stores within the complex.
Westend Shopping Center (Westend)
ÁRKÁD Budapest is a large-scale shopping mall dedicated to more than 200 retail brands.
ÁRKÁD Budapest (Árkád)