Budapest, an absolutely irresistable destination

Budapest is full of hidden – and not so hidden – places that are worth checking out by everybody. Sadly, though, these gems are often only visited by tourists and remain forever undiscovered by locals. So, vjm.hu encourages everybody to stop for a moment and discover what a wonderful place the Hungarian capital is, offering numerous new experiences and places to get to know better.

Absolute must sights of the capital

It is no wonder that Budapest is such a popular destination for tourists. A number of World Heritage sites can be found in the city, making it even more attractive to people from all over the world. 

These include the picturesque view of the Danube Bank, Andrássy Avenue, Heroes’ Square, the Buda Castle District or even the Millennium Underground Railway Line.

Moreover, the bridges connecting the two parts of the city or the thermal baths can be just as exciting for tourists. It is important to remember that Budapest is basically the ‘thermal bath capital’ of the world.

When you decide to visit, definitely check out the biggest synagogue in Europe, along with the largest thermal water cave system in the world. The Parliament of the country is also notable as it is the third largest parliament building in the world. Nevertheless, apart from the wonders of urban life, Budapest is also worth visiting for nature lovers. Several caves, streams and extended parks are under nature conservation plans.

A special feature of the city is that Gellért Hill is located in the absolute heart of the capital, providing a true nature retreat for those living in the city for all their life.

Not to mention the unique natural gems like the stalactite caves of Pál Valley or Szemlő Hill.

A 3-day guide to discover most of Budapest

For those feeling a little bit lost as to where to start the exploration, the following guide may be helpful.

Day 1

It may be a good idea to dedicate the first day to the waters.

The Kőbánya Beer Brewery, besides cool alcoholic beverages, also provides the opportunity to go scuba diving and explore the cellars under the brewery.

The next stop should be the Tropicarium of Nagytétény, where you can pet rays, feed monkeys or even experience the humidity of rain forests. After a quick lunch at Ramada Hotel, an excellent program for the afternoon is visiting Aquaworld where you can even take surf lessons. Or, for a more relaxing time, you can check out Széchenyi Thermal Bath and finish off the day with a calming massage.