Best things to do in Budapest for free

Budapest has been frequently listed among the most affordable tourist destinations, and this title is well-deserved.  There are many activities you can do for free in the city. Tripsavvy.com collected ten of these.

Scan the stunning skyline: The writer of the article, Rachel Erdos recommends hiking up to one of the tall points of the city, like the Elizabeth Lookout Tower on top of János Hill. The entry is free and the breath-taking panorama is guaranteed.

Free walking tours with locals: Visiting the famous sights of a city is probably the most obvious free activity. You can join one of the Free Budapest Tours and explore the main sights and learn about the Hungarian culture.

Budapest’s street art scene: Try to get lost in the streets of the city, because you are more than likely to find beautiful treasures. The article highlights the “Shoes on the Danube Bank” monument, the colourful murals of the Jewish Quarter and Filatorigat, Budapest’s only legal graffiti wall.

Budapest’s top museums: If you’re interested in the historic museums of the city, consider planning your trip so that it falls on a national holiday (15^th of March, 20^th of August, 23^rd of October), when the admission is free to the greatest museums.

Ancient buildings: There’s a special event series in Budapest, which gives visitors an insight into the oldest buildings of the city. Make sure to pre-register for the Budapest100, which is held on the 100^th day of every year.