A Travel Pursuit Guide:
Budapest, Hungary
Voted the second most beautiful European city in the world, here's our guide to discovering the magnificent Paris of the East.
Top 5 Key Selling Points
- A magnificently beautiful city on the Danube, Budapest will steal your customers' hearts with its grand buildings and remarkable architecture, rich history and culture, thriving art scene, natural thermal springs, fantastic nightlife and delicious traditional food and wine.
- Opportunities for a scenic river cruise: The majestic Danube flows through the heart of Budapest, taking your customers past incredible icons like the Hungarian Parliament Building, Buda Castle, Matthias Church, the 19th-century Citadel, Széchenyi Chain Bridge and more.
- Wonderful experiences available all year around no matter the season, from exploring incredible UNESCO Heritage sites and fascinating museums to enjoying unique cultural immersions, seasonal festivals, world-class concerts, traditional markets, Christmas markets, day trips and more.
- A fantastic foodie destination with a wide variety of traditional Hungarian food and drinks to indulge in including the Chicken Paprikash, Halászlé (soup made from carp caught in the River Danube), Plum Dumplings, Goulash and so much more.
- Aptly nicknamed The City Of Spas, Budapest sits on top of a vast network of natural thermal springs known for their therapeutic properties for over 2,000 years. Your customers relax in the warm waters, and soak up the historical ambiance of the bathhouses.
6 Facts About Budapest
- Voted 2nd Most Beautiful European City In The World
20 Hotels:
79 Hotels:
Located On Both Sides Of The Danube River
Best Time To Visit: All Year Around
Great For: History-Buffs, Culture Lovers, Groups, Solo Travellers & Families
Home To Three UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Essential Information
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Public Transport Available:
Trams, Buses, Trolley Buses, HÉV Train
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Nearest Airport:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
- Direct Flights From The UK: British Airways, Wizz Air, Ryanair, easyJet
Weather
Dry Season
- January-April, July-December
Visa Information
- No visas needed for UK passport holders
Featured Annual Events
Spring Festival
Apr/May
Danube Carnival
June
SZIGET FESTIVAL
SEPT
Featured Hotels
The Ritz Carlton Budapest
Matild Palace
Coronthia Budapest
Featured Activities
Explore The Buda Castle District, A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Embark On A Danube River Cruise & Glide Past The Chain Bridge And Parliament Building
Attend A Festival: Budapest Spring Festival, Danube Carnival, Sziget Festival
Indulge In Hungarian Cuisine & Wine
Relax & Rejuvenate In Thermal Baths
Take A Day Trip To The Baroque Old Town Of Szentendre
Experience Budapest's Thrilling Nightlife
Visit A Christmas Market For Traditional Hungarian Crafts, Mulled Wine & Twinkling Lights
Unique Selling Points
Beautiful Historical Monuments & Architectural Wonders
Home To 123 Hot Springs & Nine Medicinal Thermal Baths
A Beautiful Winter Destination with Magical Christmas Markets
Thrilling Annual Festivals, Concerts & Nightlife
Delicious Hungarian Cuisine & Signature Wines
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