Budapest
A city trip to Budapest offers plenty of variety and relaxation. Here you can not only enjoy sightseeing, shopping and good food, but also relaxing hours in the famous thermal baths.
Budapest is the capital of Hungary and is located on the Danube. The city was only given its name in 1873 when the cities of Buda, Pest and Óbuda were merged. Pest was the city to the east of the Danube and was located on flat terrain. Buda was located in the hilly landscape west of the Danube and Óbuda on the western bank of the Danube.
As Budapest lies on the edge of the Hungarian low mountain range, there are still some mountains in the city area. At 527 meters, János Hill is the highest elevation, but the well-known Gellért Hill is also one of the highest elevations in the city.en the cities of Buda, Pest and Óbuda were merged. Pest was the city east of the Danube and was situated rather in flat terrain. Buda was situated in the hilly landscape west of the Danube and Óbuda on the western bank of the Danube.
Budapest is a paradise for lovers of architecture. The city combines styles from Gothic to Neoclassicism and Art Nouveau. Visit the Fisherman’s Bastion for an unforgettable view of the city or explore the magnificent St. Stephen’s Basilica. Another must-see is the Buda Castle District, which delights not only with its historical significance but also with its charming cobblestone streets.
Budapest is famous for its spas, including the historic Széchenyi Baths. The city lies right on a tectonic fault, allowing the hot springs to rise to the surface. Immerse yourself in the warm, healing waters and let your mind wander.
Let yourself be pampered by the Hungarian cuisine! Try traditional dishes such as goulash, lángos or the famous Hungarian goose liver. The city also offers a variety of modern restaurants and cafés where you can enjoy innovative dishes in a stylish ambience. Don’t forget to try the local wines – a treat for any connoisseur.
Budapest sights – our tips:
When we planned our trip to Budapest we knew we just had to make it a Christmas market trip. There is nothing I like more than discovering a new city in the winter with all the Christmas lights up. And if there is snow, that is the icing on top.
Sunday morning – we decided we wanted to try on of Budapest's many spas. We quickly picked one and we planned our trip to the Rudas Thermal Bath.
The city of Budapest is split in two by the river Danube. Before both parts of the city merged, two separate cities developed on either side of the river, Buda on one side, Pest on the other. The merging of the two cities (and the town Óbuda) was decided by the revolutionary Hungarian government in…
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PromotionThe oldest church in Budapest is the inner city parish church (Church of the Assumption of Mary) in Pest. A visit to this church is a true insider tip for Budapest. A wonderful church can be discovered in a peaceful atmosphere, far away from the tourist masses
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Accommodation tip in Budapest
The Bohem Art Hotel is in the heart of Budapest. We chose this hotel for our first stay in Budapest and it turned out to be exactly the right choice.
Áurea Ana Palace by Eurostars Hotel Company
InterContinental Budapest, an IHG Hotel
Hotel GIN Budapest
Three Corners Downtown Hotel
Travel Informations
Arrival
By plane:
Budapest has an international airport. Some airlines operate scheduled flights to the airport several times a week.
From the airport you can take the bus line 200E to the metro line M3, which goes all the way to the city.
By train:
The city has several railway stations, all of which are connected to the metro network and are served by trains from many regions and countries.
By bus:
The Népliget bus station is located in the south-east of the city and is served by international and national bus lines.
By car:
Budapest can be reached easily from the south of Germany via the A4 motorway from Vienna. From northern or eastern Germany, you can reach Budapest via the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
Please note: The use of motorways and motorways in Hungary is subject to a toll sticker.
By boat:
From Passau there is the possibility of a several-day boat trip to Budapest.
On the way in Budapest
The local transport network in Budapest is very well developed. There are buses, trams, suburban railway and metro.
Worth seeing is the M1, opened in May 1896, which is the oldest continental European underground line. The tunnel height here is only 2.85 metres, which is considerably less than in today’s underground tunnels. The underground runs every 2-5 minutes, tickets are available from multilingual ticket machines. Senior citizens from EU countries and Switzerland (over 65) can use Budapest’s public transport free of charge on presentation of their passport or identity card.
A tip: Tram line 2, bus 16, tram 61 and tram 6 are ideal for sightseeing.
Best time to visit
Spring (March to May)
Spring is one of the best times to visit Budapest.
March: Average temperatures are around 6°C, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and maximum temperatures around 10°C. There are about 8 rainy days a month.
April: Temperatures rise to an average of 12°C, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and maximum temperatures around 17°C. There are about 9 rainy days a month.
May: Temperatures reach an average of 16°C, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and maximum temperatures around 21°C. There are about 12 rainy days a month.
Summer (June to August)
Summer in Budapest is warm to hot, with plenty of sunshine and occasional heat waves.
June: Average temperatures are around 20°C, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and maximum temperatures around 25°C. There are about 10 rainy days a month.
July: The warmest month of the year with average temperatures of 22°C, minimum temperatures around 17°C and maximum temperatures around 27°C. There are about 10 rainy days a month.
August: Temperatures remain high at an average of 22°C, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and maximum temperatures around 26°C. There are about 8 rainy days a month.
Fall (September to November)
Autumn is a mild season with pleasant temperatures and less rainfall, ideal for sightseeing.
September: Average temperatures are around 17°C, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and maximum temperatures around 21°C. There are about 8 rainy days a month.
October: Temperatures drop to an average of 11°C, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and maximum temperatures around 16°C. There are about 8 rainy days a month.
November: Average temperatures are around 6°C, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and maximum temperatures around 9°C. There are about 9 rainy days a month.
Winter (December to February)
Winter in Budapest is cold, with occasional snowfall and frosty temperatures.
December: Average temperatures are around 1°C, with minimum temperatures around -2°C and maximum temperatures around 4°C. There are about 9 rainy days a month.
January: The coldest month of the year with average temperatures of -1°C, minimum temperatures around -3°C and maximum temperatures around 3°C. There are about 8 rainy days a month.
February: Average temperatures are around 1°C, with minimum temperatures around -3°C and maximum temperatures around 5°C. There are about 8 rainy days a month.