Guidebook for Budapest
Food Scene
A very good burger place with reasonable prices, however they only accept cash.
44 locals recommend
Black Cab Burger
46 Mester u.A very good burger place with reasonable prices, however they only accept cash.
If you wish to try the iconic Hungarian goulash and different stews, you should check this out.
151 locals recommend
Gettó Gulyás
18 Wesselényi u.If you wish to try the iconic Hungarian goulash and different stews, you should check this out.
A very nice restaurant in the heart of Budapest with good prices.
548 locals recommend
Menza Restaurant
2 Liszt Ferenc térA very nice restaurant in the heart of Budapest with good prices.
A Hungarian traditional restaurant in the most lively street of Budapest near the Deák Ferenc square.
31 locals recommend
Drum Cafe Budapest
2 Dob u.A Hungarian traditional restaurant in the most lively street of Budapest near the Deák Ferenc square.
Bock Bisztró
43-49 Erzsébet krt.A good quality restaurant in one of the main avenues of Budapest.
If you are looking for a real gastronomic experience there are 4 Michelin-starred restaurants located in Budapest, this is one of them.
174 locals recommend
Borkonyha Winekitchen Restaurant
3 Sas uIf you are looking for a real gastronomic experience there are 4 Michelin-starred restaurants located in Budapest, this is one of them.
If you are looking for a real gastronomic experience there are 4 Michelin-starred restaurants located in Budapest, this is one of them.
109 locals recommend
Costes Restaurant
4 Ráday u.If you are looking for a real gastronomic experience there are 4 Michelin-starred restaurants located in Budapest, this is one of them.
If you are looking for a real gastronomic experience there are 4 Michelin-starred restaurants located in Budapest, this is one of them.
31 locals recommend
Costes Downtown
5 Vigyázó Ferenc u.If you are looking for a real gastronomic experience there are 4 Michelin-starred restaurants located in Budapest, this is one of them.
If you are looking for a real gastronomic experience there are 4 Michelin-starred restaurants located in Budapest, this is one of them.
78 locals recommend
Onyx
7-8 Vörösmarty térIf you are looking for a real gastronomic experience there are 4 Michelin-starred restaurants located in Budapest, this is one of them.
Drinks & Nightlife
A ruin pub, the paradise of hand-crafted beers. You can try more than 22 different beers.
158 locals recommend
Élesztő
22 Tűzoltó u.A ruin pub, the paradise of hand-crafted beers. You can try more than 22 different beers.
The pioneer of ruin pubs in Budapest, the best known among locals and foreigners as well.
1582 locals recommend
Szimpla Kert
14 Kazinczy u.The pioneer of ruin pubs in Budapest, the best known among locals and foreigners as well.
Culture, entertainment, style. A short walking street stuffed with restaurants, bars and clubs.
600 locals recommend
Gozsdu Court
Gozsdu udvarCulture, entertainment, style. A short walking street stuffed with restaurants, bars and clubs.
Anker't romkocsma
33 Paulay Ede u.A ruin pub, where you can even dance at night.
Underground music club and roof terrace where you can even watch films in late afternoons, early evenings.
288 locals recommend
Corvin Club & Roof Terrace
1-2 Blaha Lujza térUnderground music club and roof terrace where you can even watch films in late afternoons, early evenings.
Doboz - Ruin Pub Budapest
10 Klauzál u.If you want to party.
Instant Club
51 Akácfa u.If you want to party.
Ötkert
4/A Zrínyi u.If you want to party.
Parks & Nature
A nice park on the Pest-side of the Danube. Walking through it you can see the most beautiful sights of Buda, like the Gellért-hill or the Buda Castle.
At the end of the park you can find the Budapest Whale, a cultural-, shopping- and gastro center.
48 locals recommend
Nehru Park
Nehru partA nice park on the Pest-side of the Danube. Walking through it you can see the most beautiful sights of Buda, like the Gellért-hill or the Buda Castle.
At the end of the park you can find the Budapest Whale, a cultural-, shopping- and gastro center.
Budapest at your feet? Get to Gellért-hill from where you can get a beautiful view of Budapest!
430 locals recommend
Gellert Hill
Budapest at your feet? Get to Gellért-hill from where you can get a beautiful view of Budapest!
One of the islands of Budapest on the Danube. A great place for picnics, chilling or just walking.
1643 locals recommend
Margaret Island Mini Zoo
MargitszigetOne of the islands of Budapest on the Danube. A great place for picnics, chilling or just walking.
Kopaszi-gát is a beautifully landscaped narrow peninsula in south Buda, next to Rákóczi Bridge. Nestled in between the Danube on one side and a protected bay, popular for kayaking, on the other it has a lovely beach feel. Kopaszi-gát is also a favorite picnic spot and the park offers lots of outdoor activities from biking to ball games. It is a great place for kids, with its playgrounds, a sandy beach, green grass with ducks and an indoor playhouse. The sign in the park says it all: 'Fűre lépni szabad!', which means 'walking on the grass is permitted'.
161 locals recommend
Kopaszi-gát
Kopaszi-gátKopaszi-gát is a beautifully landscaped narrow peninsula in south Buda, next to Rákóczi Bridge. Nestled in between the Danube on one side and a protected bay, popular for kayaking, on the other it has a lovely beach feel. Kopaszi-gát is also a favorite picnic spot and the park offers lots of outdoor activities from biking to ball games. It is a great place for kids, with its playgrounds, a sandy beach, green grass with ducks and an indoor playhouse. The sign in the park says it all: 'Fűre lépni szabad!', which means 'walking on the grass is permitted'.
Sightseeing
From the Pest side, the beautifully lit Buda Castle shows its magnificent facade, and the most amazing view to the city is from the castle, too.
But that’s not the only reason why the Buda Castle is the top sight to see in Budapest. Every corner, nook and cranny holds a secret here, as there are over 800 years of history packed into its stones.
From 13th century ruins to the neo-baroque dome all the ages left their marks on the palace.
From 13th century ruins to the neo-baroque dome all the ages left their marks on the palace. Visiting the Mathias Church, the Fishermen’s Bastion and the Holy Trinity Square is an essential part of walks in the Castle District, and the reward of your endurance
493 locals recommend
Castle Hill
From the Pest side, the beautifully lit Buda Castle shows its magnificent facade, and the most amazing view to the city is from the castle, too.
But that’s not the only reason why the Buda Castle is the top sight to see in Budapest. Every corner, nook and cranny holds a secret here, as there are over 800 years of history packed into its stones.
From 13th century ruins to the neo-baroque dome all the ages left their marks on the palace.
From 13th century ruins to the neo-baroque dome all the ages left their marks on the palace. Visiting the Mathias Church, the Fishermen’s Bastion and the Holy Trinity Square is an essential part of walks in the Castle District, and the reward of your endurance
The most grandiose building on the Pest embankment. The 17,745 m2 neo-gothic Parliament is the largest administrative building in the country and the second largest parliament in Europe. This visionary synthesis of Hungarian eclectic architecture boasts 29 interior staircases, 242 statues, 40 kilos of gold on the walls, a number of frescoes and paintings; and is home to the National Assembly of Hungary and the Holy Crown of Hungary.
1905 locals recommend
Hungarian Parliament Building
1-3 Kossuth Lajos térThe most grandiose building on the Pest embankment. The 17,745 m2 neo-gothic Parliament is the largest administrative building in the country and the second largest parliament in Europe. This visionary synthesis of Hungarian eclectic architecture boasts 29 interior staircases, 242 statues, 40 kilos of gold on the walls, a number of frescoes and paintings; and is home to the National Assembly of Hungary and the Holy Crown of Hungary.
The tallest building in Budapest (shared with the Parliament, both being 96 m high) is home to not only works of major 19th century artists, but also the mummified right hand of the founding king of Hungary, Saint Stephen, which has been miraculously preserved since the 11th century.
Being the tallest in a flat city equals great views – take the 302 steps (or the elevator) leading to the 65-meter-high terrace of the dome and enjoy Budapest at your feet!
324 locals recommend
Szent István Bazilika
The tallest building in Budapest (shared with the Parliament, both being 96 m high) is home to not only works of major 19th century artists, but also the mummified right hand of the founding king of Hungary, Saint Stephen, which has been miraculously preserved since the 11th century.
Being the tallest in a flat city equals great views – take the 302 steps (or the elevator) leading to the 65-meter-high terrace of the dome and enjoy Budapest at your feet!
Strolling along the 19th century palaces, the pomp and romantic atmosphere of the past are almost tangible; no wonder that Budapest’s most beautiful boulevard is a World Heritage site.
Between Bajcsy-Zsilinszky Street and Oktogon you’ll walk past elegant coffee houses, luxury stores and the stunning State Opera House. Towards Heroes’ Square, the boulevards opens up and you can take a peep into stately villas from under the trees.
830 locals recommend
Andrássy út
Andrássy útStrolling along the 19th century palaces, the pomp and romantic atmosphere of the past are almost tangible; no wonder that Budapest’s most beautiful boulevard is a World Heritage site.
Between Bajcsy-Zsilinszky Street and Oktogon you’ll walk past elegant coffee houses, luxury stores and the stunning State Opera House. Towards Heroes’ Square, the boulevards opens up and you can take a peep into stately villas from under the trees.
Learn about Hungarian history just by looking at the statues of the square: Archangel Gabriel (who, according to the legend, told St Stephen in a dream that he would be the first king of Christian Hungary) protects the country from atop a a 36-meter column. At the base, you’ll find the seven chieftains of the conquering Hungarian tribes. The 14 statues of the colonnades are of kings and representative figures of the country, and the allegorical bronze figures of War, Peace, Wealth and Labor top the outer edges.
The world’s first public park (yepp, it’s Budapest’s Városliget) begins right behind Heroes’ Square.
645 locals recommend
Hősök Tere
Learn about Hungarian history just by looking at the statues of the square: Archangel Gabriel (who, according to the legend, told St Stephen in a dream that he would be the first king of Christian Hungary) protects the country from atop a a 36-meter column. At the base, you’ll find the seven chieftains of the conquering Hungarian tribes. The 14 statues of the colonnades are of kings and representative figures of the country, and the allegorical bronze figures of War, Peace, Wealth and Labor top the outer edges.
The world’s first public park (yepp, it’s Budapest’s Városliget) begins right behind Heroes’ Square.
The massive white-stoned fortress sitting on top of Gellért Hill and the Statue of Liberty are both worth a short hike.
Built by the Habsburg dynasty after the revolution of 1848-1849, the Citadel’s original function was to keep an eye on the rebellious Hungarians.
733 locals recommend
Citadella Folklór Étterem
1 Citadella stny.The massive white-stoned fortress sitting on top of Gellért Hill and the Statue of Liberty are both worth a short hike.
Built by the Habsburg dynasty after the revolution of 1848-1849, the Citadel’s original function was to keep an eye on the rebellious Hungarians.
Or Central Market Hall (‘Vásárcsarnok’) is the largest and oldest indoor market in Budapest. It is located at the end of the famous pedestrian shopping street ‘Váci utca’ and on the Pest side of the Liberty bridge at Fővám square. You can find and taste every possible Hungarian meats, pastries, spices and spirits there, it’s definitely worth a try!
1242 locals recommend
Central Market Hall
1-3 Vámház krt.Or Central Market Hall (‘Vásárcsarnok’) is the largest and oldest indoor market in Budapest. It is located at the end of the famous pedestrian shopping street ‘Váci utca’ and on the Pest side of the Liberty bridge at Fővám square. You can find and taste every possible Hungarian meats, pastries, spices and spirits there, it’s definitely worth a try!
The Deák Ferenc Square is one of the central squares of downtown Budapest and maybe the most important scene of the capital’s outdoor nightlife.
The Budapest Eye with its 65 meter height is the largest mobile ferris wheel in Europe, offering an awesome view from the top.
555 locals recommend
1051
The Deák Ferenc Square is one of the central squares of downtown Budapest and maybe the most important scene of the capital’s outdoor nightlife.
The Budapest Eye with its 65 meter height is the largest mobile ferris wheel in Europe, offering an awesome view from the top.
Váci utca (Váci street) is one of the main pedestrian thoroughfares and perhaps the most famous street of central Budapest, Hungary. The northern half of the street is lined with fashion stores, while the southern half is better known for its gift shops and its bistros . The pedestrian street is brimming with street artists all year long, and is ornamented with sparkling Christmas lights in the winter.
800 locals recommend
Vaci Street
Váci utcaVáci utca (Váci street) is one of the main pedestrian thoroughfares and perhaps the most famous street of central Budapest, Hungary. The northern half of the street is lined with fashion stores, while the southern half is better known for its gift shops and its bistros . The pedestrian street is brimming with street artists all year long, and is ornamented with sparkling Christmas lights in the winter.
Tompa Street
Tompa utcaA nice walking street with full of restaurants and bars.
The most beautiful walking street of Budapest with full of restaurants and bars.
194 locals recommend
Ráday Street
Ráday utcaThe most beautiful walking street of Budapest with full of restaurants and bars.
Entertainment & Activities
Budapest has several nicknames, like the Paris of East or the Pearl of the Danube, and also the City of Spas.
Indeed, there are so many natural warm spring waters under the city (imagine a cauldron topped with some layers) that Budapest has had several great thermal baths for many centuries. The Turkish baths along the river Danube are still functional and much favored.
But more than a thousand years before the Turks, the Romans and even before them, the Celts had been enjoying the warm spring waters as baths, healing waters and drinks.
The Gellért bath is one of the most famous baths in Budapest.
897 locals recommend
Gellért Thermal Bath
4 Kelenhegyi útBudapest has several nicknames, like the Paris of East or the Pearl of the Danube, and also the City of Spas.
Indeed, there are so many natural warm spring waters under the city (imagine a cauldron topped with some layers) that Budapest has had several great thermal baths for many centuries. The Turkish baths along the river Danube are still functional and much favored.
But more than a thousand years before the Turks, the Romans and even before them, the Celts had been enjoying the warm spring waters as baths, healing waters and drinks.
The Gellért bath is one of the most famous baths in Budapest.
Budapest has several nicknames, like the Paris of East or the Pearl of the Danube, and also the City of Spas. Indeed, there are so many natural warm spring waters under the city (imagine a cauldron topped with some layers) that Budapest has had several great thermal baths for many centuries. The Turkish baths along the river Danube are still functional and much favored. But more than a thousand years before the Turks, the Romans and even before them, the Celts had been enjoying the warm spring waters as baths, healing waters and drinks.
The Széchenyi bath is one of the most famous batsh in Budapest.
1248 locals recommend
Széchenyi Thermal Bath
9-11 Állatkerti krt.Budapest has several nicknames, like the Paris of East or the Pearl of the Danube, and also the City of Spas. Indeed, there are so many natural warm spring waters under the city (imagine a cauldron topped with some layers) that Budapest has had several great thermal baths for many centuries. The Turkish baths along the river Danube are still functional and much favored. But more than a thousand years before the Turks, the Romans and even before them, the Celts had been enjoying the warm spring waters as baths, healing waters and drinks.
The Széchenyi bath is one of the most famous batsh in Budapest.
Bálna Budapest
11-12 Fővám térA cultural-shopping- and gastro center.
Arts & Culture
The National Theatre is the main theatre of Budapest, opening originally in 1837.
115 locals recommend
National Theatre
1 Bajor Gizi parkThe National Theatre is the main theatre of Budapest, opening originally in 1837.
Müpa Budapest (or the Palace of Arts) is one of Hungary's best known cultural brands and one of its most modern cultural institutions. It brings together the many and varied disciplines of the arts in unique fashion by providing a home for classical, contemporary, popular and world music, not to mention jazz and opera, as well as contemporary circus, dance, literature and film.
262 locals recommend
Müpa Budapest
1 Komor Marcell u.Müpa Budapest (or the Palace of Arts) is one of Hungary's best known cultural brands and one of its most modern cultural institutions. It brings together the many and varied disciplines of the arts in unique fashion by providing a home for classical, contemporary, popular and world music, not to mention jazz and opera, as well as contemporary circus, dance, literature and film.