Rest in Budapest is a great opportunity to see medieval fortresses, buildings from the times of the Turkish yoke, taste the national cuisine, attend various concerts and festivals, get medical treatment in local sanatoriums, and admire the natural beauties.
The main activities in Budapest
- Excursion: on one of the excursions you will see the Matthias Cathedral, the Royal Palace, the Citadel, the Buda Fortress, the Vaidahunyad Castle, the Fisherman's Bastion, the Chain Bridge, visit the Museum of Fine Arts, Ludwig Museum, Varoshliget Park and Gellert Mountain.
- Event-driven: by planning a trip to Budapest for various events, you can visit the Summer Festival (June-August), the Danube Carnival (June), the Music and Cultural Festival “Sziget Festival Budapest” (July-August), the Autumn Art Festival “Café Budapest”(September-October), Horse Racing (September).
- Active: everyone can go to the Aqua World Budapest water park, take a cruise on the Danube, ride the funicular connecting the Huvesh valley and the Széchenyi hill, have fun in the Capella, E-Club, AngelClub nightclubs, go karting …
- Wellness: since Budapest is a balneological resort, here you can improve your health with healing water from thermal springs and wells (thermal water is used both for bathing and drinking). Asthma, bronchitis, neurological, cardiovascular and musculoskeletal system diseases are treated in Budapest. The main therapeutic procedures are mud poultices, carbon dioxide, salt and weight baths, massage (therapeutic, underwater radiation), therapeutic exercises, hot and wet steam rooms, physiotherapy procedures.
- Beach: all vacationers should pay attention to the Palatinus beach-bathing place: here you can ride on water slides, swim in pools with thermal water, visit a sauna, spend time on sports grounds.
Prices for tours to Budapest
The best time to visit the Hungarian capital is considered to be April-May, summer months and September. At the peak of the tourist season (June-August), prices for tours to Budapest increase by 25-35%.
A noticeable increase in the cost of vouchers is observed on the eve of the New Year and Christmas. Thrifty travelers should plan their holidays in Budapest during the low season (November, early December, mid-January, February-March). But in addition to democratic prices, this time is characterized by changeable weather.
If you want to save money without sacrificing comfort, then book the hotel yourself and in advance!
On a note
To travel around the city, it is recommended to use buses and trolleybuses - they will take you to any point of interest (for discounted travel on public transport and visiting museums in the city, you should get a special discount card). Those planning to use taxi services should be aware that many drivers charge passengers in US dollars (it is advisable to discuss the cost in advance).
When paying in restaurants on the bill, it is customary to leave a tip (10-15% of the amount reflected in the check).
Experienced travelers are advised to bring Hungarian salami, paprika, palinka, Tokaj wines, Unicum balsam, porcelain, marzipan sweets, ceramics, Hungarian crystal, elegant lace from Budapest.
