As you know few years ago we've been to Budapest, we had such a great time there. So for those who still didn't had a chance of visiting this city in the heart of Europe. Maybe this list that we prepared for you will make you pack your suitcases and go to the airport and buy ticket to Budapest.
1. Parliament Building
Seat of the National Assembly of Hungary, a notable landmark of Hungary and a popular tourist destination in Budapest. It lies in Lajos Kossuth Square, on the bank of the Danube. It is currently the largest building in Hungary and it is still the tallest building in Budapest. The Parliament Building is built in the Gothic Revival style, it has a symmetrical facade and a central dome.
2. Gellert hill
Overlooking the Danube in Budapest, Hungary. Gellért Hill was named after Saint Gerard who was thrown to death from the hill. The famous Hotel Gellért and the Gellért Baths can be found in Gellért Square at the foot of the hill, next to Liberty Bridge. The Gellért Hill Cave is located within the hill, facing toward Hotel Gellért and the Danube River. At the top of the hill is the Citadella (Citadel), from which a view is available down both directions of the Danube.
3. Buda Castle
Is the historical castle and palace complex of the Hungarian kings in Budapest. It was first completed in 1265, but the massive Baroque palace today occupying most of the site was built between 1749 and 1769.
The complex in the past was referred to as either the Royal Palace or the Royal Castle. The castle now houses the Hungarian National Gallery and The Budapest History Museum. From there you can enjoy in the beautiful view of the city and explore the inside of the palace.
4. Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church
Is a terrace in neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque style situated on the Buda bank of the Danube, on the Castle hill in Budapest, around Matthias Church. It was designed and built between 1895 and 1902 on the plans of Frigyes Schulek.
Matthias Church
Is a Roman Catholic church located in Budapest, in front of the Fisherman's Bastion at the heart of Buda's Castle District. According to church tradition, it was originally built in Romanesque style in 1015, although no archaeological remains exist.
The current building was constructed in the florid late Gothic style in the second half of the 14th century and was extensively restored in the late 19th century. It was the second largest church of medieval Buda and the seventh largest church of the medieval Hungarian Kingdom. Between entering the church and go on the terrace, we choose the terrace, and we enjoyed in the view of the city.
5. Margaret Island
Our time was planned from the beginning we tried to visit the island but there was no time. On the island there are many thing you can do for example: ride in a funky vehicle, climb Margaret Island's water tower, go squirrel spotting etc.
6. Cruising on Danube
Most romantic thing to do here is cruising on Danube. Cruising last for hour/hour and half, recommendation is to cruise late in the afternoon while the sun sets.
7. Budapest Castle Hill Funicular
you can enjoy in ride of the funicular railway in Budapest. It links the Adam Clark Square and the Széchenyi Chain Bridge at river level to Buda Castle above.
8. Walk in the central park
If you have time you can use it for walking in the central park of Budapest. Also you can explore the Castle which is on the west side in the park.
9. Hop on hop off
Is the easiest way to explore the city. There is many ticket variations with which you can explore the city.
10. St. Stephen Basilica
It is named in honour of Stephen, the first King of Hungary, whose supposed right hand is housed in the reliquary. It was the sixth largest church building in Hungary before 1920. Since the renaming of the primatial see, it's the co-cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Esztergom-Budapest. Today, it is the third largest church building in present-day Hungary.
11. Széchenyi thermal bath
Another sport we didn't visit. The largest medicinal bath in Europe. We didn't went there but from what we heard it's something should everyone do if visiting Budapest. It's on our list when we will be visiting Budapest for 2nd time.
12. Terror Haza
(House of Terror) - is a museum located at Andrássy út 60 in Budapest, Hungary. It contains exhibits related to the fascist and communist regimes in 20th-century Hungary and is also a memorial to the victims of these regimes, including those detained, interrogated, tortured or killed in the building.
13. Budapest eye
It's a Ferris Wheel which will show you the heart of the city like never before. You can see all the sights of the city in a panoramic view from Danubian ships to Buda Castle and the temple towers of Pest. Ticket for adults is only 9 euros.
14. Vaci street
One of the main pedestrian thoroughfares and perhaps the most famous street of central Budapest, Hungary. It features a large number of restaurants and shops catering primarily to the tourist market. The Lonely Planet says "It's tourist central, but the line of cafes and shops are worth seeing — at least once.
If you didn't read our previous post about Budapest visit, go to below links to read something more:
Budapest: Travel tips for 3 days itinerary - Part 1
Budapest: Travel tips for 3 days itinerary - Part 2
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