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The Szechenyi Baths in Budapest, Hungary.

First time visitor’s guide to Pest, Hungary

Pest is the more exciting half of Budapest, with unique attractions including the House of Terror and Szechenyi Baths. What’s Pest all about? The city splits like the name - Budapest is really two settlements riven by the River Danube. Buda is the one with…

Budapest, city guides, Hungary

The Hungarian Parliament Building and River Danube from the Buda Castle district.

11 best things to do on a 3 day Budapest city break

If you’ve got three days on a Budapest city break, there are plenty of things to do in Budapest. Here are 11 attractions and activities you should attempt to fit into your mini-holiday. Things to do in Budapest Budapest doesn’t have any one absolute must-see,…

Budapest, Hungary

Inside the Four Seasons Gresham Palace, Budapest.

7 Budapest accommodation recommendations – from backpacker to luxury

The best hotels in Budapest include the Maverick City Lodge, Bohem Art Hotel and Four Seasons Gresham Palace. These seven Budapest accommodation recommendations cover the top hotels in the Hungarian capital for different needs. Planning a stay in Budapest Budapest is a strong, strong contender…

Budapest, hotels, Hungary

The Vasarely Museum in Budapest, Hungary.

Why the Vasarely Museum is Budapest’s best art museum

The Vasarely Museum, located in the overlooked suburb of Obuda, showcases over 400 works by Op Art pioneer Victor Vasarely. Unlike other Budapest art destinations, it offers a unique perspective on art through geometric patterns and colors. Tickets cost 2,400 forints, free with the Budapest Card.

art, Budapest, Hungary, museums

Budapest in May with children

Why Budapest in Hungary is a great May bank holiday city break for families. Budapest weather in May Cheap flights from numerous airports, short flying times and solid weather make Budapest our May bank holiday banker. The Hungarian capital is usually sunny – the average…

Budapest, family travel, Hungary