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The best thing to see in Budapest. Places to visit along the Danube

If you want to know the best things to see in Budapest, here we tell you everything you need to enjoy the capital of Hungary and get to know every corner on both sides of the Danube River. There is much to visit in Budapest, although it is not a very big city and can be visited in a few days. In every corner of Budapest you will find beautiful monuments and places of interest. Here is our list of the top places to go if you are going to visit Budapest. If you want to have more information you…

What to see in Budapest in 3 days. The best things to visit in the capital of Hungary

What to see in Budapest in 4 days. Comprehensive tour of the Hungarian city

Do you want to know what to see in Budapest in 4 days? If you are lucky enough to have no less than four days to visit Budapest, you will be able to get to know the most important parts of the city without stress or haste, as it is an ideal duration. Visiting Budapest in 4 days can be easily done on foot since it is a not too big city, with almost everything very close and without great distances. But if you wish you can also use its fantastic public transport, an experience that is also a tourist…

How to enjoy the famous Budapest Spas

An excursion to Gödöllő Palace from Budapest, Sissi’s palace

If you have already visited the most important of Budapest or you already know it from previous visits, we recommend you go to Gödöllő, a city 30km from Budapest where we can visit a palace that will surprise you, just as it surprised the famous Sissi, who used it during more than 20 years as a summer residence. Gödöllő Palace is the second largest Baroque palace in the world, built in the early 18th century and purchased by the Hungarian government in the late 19th century. Here we tell you what you can see on your visit to Gödöllő Palace.…

What to see in Budapest in 5 days. Do not miss anything of the Hungarian city

Do you want to visit Budapest in 5 days? Well, you are very lucky because in 5 days you will be able to get to know the most important things in the city without stress, without rushing and without missing anything important in the capital of Hungary. In fact, you will even believe that you have plenty of time. It is possible to get to know Budapest in 5 days on foot since the main points of interest are very close and you can walk. And more if you want to see it relaxed. In any case, if you don’t…

What to see in the Matthias Church in Budapest

Matthias Church is the most famous religious building in Budapest although St. Stephen’s Basilica is the largest. We can find it next to the Fisherman’s Bastion in the Buda District and it was the coronation place of the Kings of Hungary. Its official name is Church of Our Lady and its visit is completely essential when you go to Budapest. It is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, patron saint of Hungary. History of the Matthias Church in Budapest The origins of the Matthias Church date back to the 13th century when King Bela IV had a temple built in the…

St. Stephen’s Basilica in Budapest

St. Stephen ‘s Basilica is considered the Budapest Cathedral and is the largest religious building in Hungary. It is so big that there can be up to 8,500 people inside. It is possible to climb the towers to have some very interesting views of the city and the best views of the basilica are from the top of the Buda hill. The surrounding streets are also very interesting with many shops and restaurants. The Construction of St. Stephen’s Basilica The construction of this spectacular religious building began in 1851 and was not inaugurated until 1905 after more than 50 years…

What to see and do in Budapest’s Heroes’ Square

Heroes ‘ Square is one of the most important squares in Budapest, for what it represents and for its beauty. It is located at the end of Andrassy Avenue, being a World Heritage Site next to it, and next to the City Park. In it there are also two museums, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Palace of Art. We recommend visiting it arriving from Andrassy Avenue before relaxing in the City Park, an area where you can find hotels in Budapest. What to see in Heroes’ Square As you approach the Plaza de los Héroes through Andrassy Avenue,…

Cross and admire the Budapest Chain Bridge

Of all the bridges that cross the Danube, there is one that stands out above all others, it is the Chain Bridge, the oldest bridge in Budapest. It is another of the symbols of Budapest and was one of the largest suspension bridges at the time it was built. The best views of the Chain Bridge are from the Buda Castle. You do not have to miss It. Don’t miss seeing it lit up at night with the Castle in the background. The Construction of the Chain Bridge The Chain Bridge is officially called the Széchenyi Bridge in honor of…