The British Daily Express highlights the must-visit sights in Budapest

Sarah Kershaw, the journalist of Daily Express visited Budapest and fell in love with the history, the beautiful buildings and the cosmopolitan beating heart of the city. In her recent article she highlighted the best sights in the capital and came to the conclusion that Budapest should be on everyone’s must-visit list.

She believes that the best way to start your journey is to visit one of the historical baths and relax after your flight. As you soak yourself in the thermal water of the imposing Gellért Bath, you realise that people in the Roman era already knew the gist of rejuvenation.

The article also reflects on the turbulent past of the city caused by – among others – the German and Soviet occupations. However, as a tourist you feel that city already processed the horrific events and developed a new, fun-loving attitude. This is best demonstrated by the famous ruin bars, which are ideal for a night out. One of the most popular is Szimpla Kert with its bric-a-brac decoration and shady courtyard.

In case you’d prefer a bit more fancy way of entertainment, then visit one of the old literary coffeehouses. The most famous and glamorous one is the New York Café. It is believed that famous Hungarian writer Ferenc Molnár threw its keys into the Danube on the opening night, so that it would stay open forever.

When it comes to accommodation, the Corinthia Hotel Budapest is a great choice. It is said that it was the inspiration for Wes Anderson’s The Grand Budapest Hotel. The services fulfill all needs. The hotel’s restaurant, Brasserie and Atrium is a chic experience – you should definitely try their goulash.