Sightseeing in Budapest in one day. Budapest tourist routes Overview of main sights

— a synergy city of history and modernity: ancient Buda and commercial Pest, like Yin and Yang, are so different, but so attractively cozy. Start the tour with a tour of the most famous sights that have long become symbols of the Hungarian capital.

Budapest is a big city, so it is convenient to travel by public transport. An economical option is a three-day travel card valid for the metro, bus, tram and trolleybus. The number of trips is not limited, so you can safely drive one or two stops, saving energy.

Parliament

So, putting on comfortable shoes and clothes and taking a camera, we set off. We advise you to start your walk with a tour located in the historical part of Pest.

You can get here by metro (station "Kossuth Lajos ter", red line M2) or by land transport (trolleybuses No. 70 and 78, bus No. 15, tram No. 2). The parliament building is familiar to many from postcards and guidebooks, but when you see the neo-Gothic architectural ensemble with your own eyes, it takes your breath away, and your mouth involuntarily opens in amazement.

The impression of the parliament building will be incomplete if you do not see it in all its glory from the other side of the Danube. Buda and Pest are connected by many bridges, the most famous of which is. It was built in 1849, and exactly one hundred years later it was solemnly opened for the second time after a major post-war restoration. Treat yourself to a leisurely walk along the promenade: you can walk from the Parliament building to the Chain Bridge, admiring the Danube. Along the way, pay attention to the monument "Shoes on the Danube", erected in memory of the victims of the Holocaust.

After taking a few panoramic photos from the Chain Bridge, as well as saying hello to the stone lions guarding it, continue your way to the old city.

Ahead - . Crowned with seven majestic towers, the bastion was erected in memory of the seven Magyar tribes, whose representatives founded the Hungarian state.

You can take the funicular and walk to the Fisherman's Bastion along the streets of the old city, or you can walk from the bridge on foot and climb the steps of the Fisherman's Bastion itself, taking wonderful photos along the way.

After enjoying the magnificent views of Pest and the Parliament, we go to the next point of our program - the underground labyrinth. Follow from the Fisherman's Bastion towards the funicular and you will see a sign. Part of this labyrinth is ancient natural caves, and part is cellars built in the Middle Ages. Adventure lovers are waiting for walks along dark corridors with oil lamps in their hands, exhibitions of contemporary artists, original cafes and even ... a fountain with wine!

If the walk tired you a little, it's time to have a bite and try. You can dine at one of the nearby restaurants you like, however, the menu here is not the cheapest. And you can treat yourself to delicious and hearty street food. Traditional assortment: gorosh (an analogue of shawarma in pita bread), langosh (fried yeast bun sprinkled with cheese and garlic), baked chestnuts and meat balls, as well as sweet kalach, which is completely different from what we are used to.

We advise you to spend the second half of the day in the royal palace. This historical area is called. The first buildings from this complex date back to the 13th century, later the castle changed its appearance several times, at the end of the 19th century the palace was rebuilt in the Baroque style. Walk through the territory of the Buda Castle among the charming fountains and picturesque sculptural compositions. One of the best viewing platforms is also located here, from where a panoramic view of the Pest embankment opens.

You can go down from the Buda Castle on foot or on the old Shiklo funicular. Please note that in this case you will have to pay the fare, since the travel card is not valid for such trips. If you prefer the funicular, then we advise you to get off at the intermediate station and take some photos from the wrought iron bridge.

Boat trip on the Danube

An excellent end to the day will be a boat trip along the Danube. There are many options here. You can choose excursions that include wine or beer tasting, a buffet with national dishes or just a glass of champagne. In the lights of the night illumination, Budapest looks luxurious: the Danube is buried in the illumination of bridges, passing under each of which do not be too lazy to make a wish. From the water you have a view of the parliament building, which looks even more majestic in absolute darkness than in daylight.

ruin pubs

If a walk is not enough, then go on a tour of the most fashionable Budapest establishments - ruin pubs. In these establishments you will plunge into the atmosphere of the underground: there are no rules, the furniture is old trash, and the menu is only drinks and quick snacks.

The choice is wide, but we will focus on the most popular.

· The most famous of the ruin pubs - Szimpla Kert - is located in an abandoned house and is open until 3 am.

· Ruin Pub Corvinteto is famous for its location: you can drink on the roof of a former department store. By the way, this is one of the best viewing platforms in the city.

One of the most original pubs is Meter. It got this name because alcoholic drinks are sold here by the meter. To find out how it is, be sure to look at a couple of "centimeters" of shots.

Second day in Budapest

The second day in the capital of Hungary will be very eventful for us — a lot needs to be done. Therefore, we get up early, put on comfortable clothes and shoes and set off for new experiences!

We recommend starting the second day with a visit to one of the largest temples in Europe. It is convenient to get to it by metro (station "Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út"‎ on the M1 line or "Arany János utca"‎). The height of the basilica is 96 m, but at the same time the construction looks light and airy. This is the creation of two famous Hungarian architects - Jozsef Hild and Miklós Ybl. Given the height of the bell towers, do not miss the opportunity to climb up to the observation deck.

Andrássy Avenue

The basilica is within easy reach of Andrássy Avenue, and is the perfect place for leisurely strolls. Every mansion is an architectural monument. Once upon a time, omnibuses drove along this avenue and ladies and gentlemen in evening dresses walked along it, but now it is the focus of boutiques, souvenir shops and cozy coffee shops and restaurants. Pay attention to the building of the opera house and the Drechsler Palace, where the ballet institute was previously located.

In the heart of Andrássy Avenue, you can have a coffee or a cocktail in the historic restaurant, which is located on the second floor of the Alexandra bookstore. The rich interior, frescoes, painted ceilings, stucco… A kind of journey a couple of centuries back in the days of luxurious balls and royal receptions.

Andrássy Avenue leads us to the Heroes' Square, the cultural heart of the capital. The entire avenue (approximately 2.5 km) can be walked, but to save time, you can pass part of it by metro or bus.

Heroes' Square and the zoo

So, . The thousand-year-old column in honor of the acquisition of the Motherland by the Hungarians is striking in its monumentality. On one side of the square is the Hungarian National Gallery, on the other - the Museum of Fine Arts. From here, just a three-minute walk is the Budapest zoo. Try to plan your visit even if you are going to Hungary without children. The joy of communicating with well-groomed animals is guaranteed! In the zoo, you can see exotic flora and fauna by traveling to different climatic zones.

Near the entrance to the zoo is the famous restaurant "Gundel", which is one of the ten best restaurants in the capital. Its history spans over a hundred years, and even Queen Elizabeth is on the list of honored guests. The restaurant's menu includes specialty soups, meat and fish dishes, meatless dishes and, of course, delicious desserts. Incredibly beautiful, insanely delicious, justifiably expensive.

Park Varosliget

If you want something more modest, head to Varoshliget Park, located directly opposite the zoo and being the next object of our attention. There are several more democratic cafes here.

Founded during the reign of Maria Theresa, this park has become a favorite vacation spot for both tourists and citizens. There is a real expanse here: you can relax by the water, walk along quiet alleys, enjoying the beauty of nature and picturesque landscapes, and, of course, go up to the mysterious monument to Anonymous. The two-meter bronze sculpture of the chronicler looks a bit intimidating, but the Hungarians say that whoever touches the pen of Anonymous will be lucky in learning and scientific knowledge.

Located on the territory of the park. At first glance it seems that this is a medieval building, but in fact it is only a hundred years old. For the celebration of the millennium of Hungary, Ignaz Alpara made a model of the castle, which combined elements of 21 of the most famous buildings in Hungary and Romania. The Hungarians liked the layout so much that it was decided to bring it to life. That is why the architectural ensemble of Vajdahunyad Castle includes elements typical of the Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance periods.

After a walk in the park, we go to - another visiting card of Budapest. The largest bathing complex in Europe includes thermal and swimming pools and saunas. Only in Széchenyi, even in winter, you can swim in a warm outdoor pool, and in snowy weather, such entertainment will surprise you. We advise you to bring bathing suits, a towel and slippers with you to avoid unnecessary expenses.

When planning your itinerary for the second day, keep in mind that visiting the zoo, park and baths will take a lot of time. We advise you to either hurry up or choose not all of the listed attractions to visit (depending on weather conditions and your desire). Leave something for your next trip!

After an active walk and swimming in the thermal pools, find the strength to walk from the baths for another 15 minutes. You will find yourself in the wonderful Trofea Grill restaurant, where you can have a very satisfying, tasty and reasonably priced dinner. Recommended!

Third day in Budapest

On the third day, we suggest buying souvenirs and, because there are a lot of opportunities for this in Budapest. Or, as an alternative, go for a walk to the famous Margaret Island.

Start your third day in Budapest with a visit to the highest point in the city - at the top of which is the citadel, built during the reign of the Habsburgs. Initially, the Austrian garrison was based in the citadel, and during the Second World War, the German air defense center was located. You can learn more about this from the historical exhibition located in the museum. At the top of the mountain rises the Budapest Statue of Liberty with a palm branch.

Look no further than the spectacular sculpture known as the Philosophical Garden, as well as the miniature monument illustrating the meeting between King Buda and the Maiden of Pest. This is one of the most lyrical monuments in the city, which guidebooks undeservedly forget about.

Keep in mind that the climb to the Gellert is not easy, so balance your strength, don't forget about comfortable shoes and stock up on drinking water. We advise you to drive by transport to the Gellert baths, stop "St. Gellert ter" (trams no. 19, 41, 47, 48, 49, 56, 56A, buses no. M4), and start the hiking route from there.

The roof is clearly visible from the top of Mount Gellert. We advise you to choose it as a guide on the way back, because denying yourself a visit to the market would be an unforgivable mistake. We descend from the mountain and cross the Freedom Bridge.

And here we have the Central Market, the building of which is an architectural monument of the late 19th century. On the ground floor there are grocery rows, where even real gourmets are dizzy from variety. The meat departments deserve special attention: here you can buy any product “on trial” and arrange a delicious lunch. The second floor is replete with souvenirs, here is a food court. Feel free to stock up on gifts: prices for everything are much lower than in tourist locations. By the way, there is a huge supermarket on the ground floor, many souvenirs can be found there even at a lower price than in the souvenir departments.

We continue the theme of shopping, but at the same time we just walk and enjoy the views of Vaci Street, adjacent to the Central Market. This is a pedestrian area full of boutiques, antique shops, cafes and restaurants. It is worth going here for branded clothing of famous brands, as well as for porcelain products from the famous Herend and Zsolnai factories. For lunch, you can go to one of the many restaurants, although it should be borne in mind that the prices in this area are not at all budgetary. Among the best establishments are the Fatal restaurant (national and European menu, huge portions and high quality service), the LaBotte pizzeria and the Szamos Gourmet Palace patisserie (famous for desserts - cakes, ice cream and marzipans).

If you want to not only have a bite to eat, but also get aesthetic pleasure, go to Monk`s Bistro. The main feature of this restaurant is an open kitchen, so you can see the process of cooking. The presentation is also interesting: chefs turn even familiar dishes into real art installations.

Margaret Island

An alternative to walking through the noisy central streets of Budapest can be a trip to Margaret Island. Getting there is easy: trams No. 4 and 6 stop at the Margaret Bridge (the stop is called Magritte Island), or bus No. 26, which calls directly to the island itself.

This place is for those who love peace and solitude. The island got its name in honor of the nun Margarita, daughter of King Bela IV. The girl, at the insistence of her father, spent her whole life in seclusion in a Dominican monastery (its ruins can still be seen today), located on the island. Bel IV in prayer promised God that Margarita would devote herself to serving if the Mongol-Tatar raids stopped, and the king kept his word.

The island is an ideal place for romantic walks and family holidays. There is an amusement park for children, a light and musical fountain (especially beautiful in the evening), a Japanese garden and a rose garden. Bicycle enthusiasts can rent bicycles. When going for a walk, we advise you to take food for lunch with you, as it is not so easy to find a cafe in the park.

folklore dinner

Having walked a lot and bought souvenirs and gifts, we advise you to spend the evening in one of the authentic restaurants. The so-called "folklore dinners" are a great opportunity not only to taste national cuisine, but also to watch the performance of folk dance groups. In the chard-tavern, they traditionally serve goulash with paprika, lazy cabbage rolls and delicious dried fruit desserts. Hungarian wines flow like water, dancers surprise with the famous dance with a jug on their heads, and blindfolded musicians masterfully play the cymbals.

Excursions in Budapest with a tour operator

The proposed route implies exclusively independent pastime in Budapest. However, it is worth mentioning that before the trip you can check which ready-made group tours are offered by tour operators in Hungary. Some group tours of Budapest can be cheaper, faster and more complete than visiting the same sites on your own. Using the example of one of the oldest tour operators in Hungary, the De Visu company, we propose to consider several excursions that can replace or supplement the route we have proposed.

• A bus and walking sightseeing tour of Budapest (15 euros) will allow you to see the main sights in 3-4 hours (Heroes' Square, Vajdahunyad, Andrássy Avenue, the Parliament Building, the Fisherman's Bastion, the Buda Castle and Mount Gellert).
• A folklore dinner in one of the colorful restaurants with live music, incendiary dances, delicious national cuisine and unlimited wine costs 35 euros.
• Despite the fact that we have only 3 days left to visit Budapest, one of them can be devoted to the most popular field trip "Bend of the Danube: Esztergom - Vysehrad - Szentendre" with lunch, wine tasting and a visit to the marzipan museum (50 euros).

This is not a complete list of possible excursions - only the most popular ones. In any case, the decision and choice are yours. Whatever you prefer - an independent trip or a ready-made tour to Hungary - Budapest will forever remain in your heart!

Results of three days in the Hungarian capital

Three days in Budapest fly by like three seconds. There is so little time, and there is so much to see. The routes that we have described are designed in such a way that every day you have in your plan a few of the most interesting and popular places to visit. If you get up early and use public transport, then you will have time to visit all the points from our program. But if you don't like to hurry, choose 2-3 locations a day, and then you won't have to run anywhere. In addition, keep in mind that you should allocate at least 3-4 hours to visit the Szechenyi baths and Margitsziget island, otherwise you will not have time to see anything.

If you are planning a date with Budapest for three days, then be sure: you will not be bored, this city has something to surprise you with!

Today we will go for a walk in one of the largest and most beautiful cities of the European Union - in Budapest, lay out several interesting routes around the city with a tour of the main attractions, choose the most advantageous place to stay for exploring the city, and find out where you can eat deliciously in Budapest.

So, what is Budapest famous for, and why is it among the ten most visited cities in Europe? Here are just a few of the reasons:

• Budapest has the oldest underground in the world after London;
• On the territory of the city there are 118 thermal springs and;
• Budapest has the largest synagogue in Europe and one of the largest parliament buildings;
• According to Forbes magazine, Budapest occupies the 7th position in the ranking of European cities suitable for comfortable living.

Already interested? Let's get to know the city better? We will begin our acquaintance with the city by choosing a place to stay.

How to choose a hotel in Budapest?

When choosing hotels, do not forget that the city was created from several settlements called Buda, Pest, and Obuda. The city is quite scattered, so the best accommodation option that allows you to see all the main attractions in a fairly short time is the area West Station (Nyugati pályaudvar), as well as the area near the Hungarian Parliament Building.

While visiting Budapest, we stayed at the Hilton Budapest City for only 50 Euros per night, which is located next to the train station and right in the building of a large West End shopping center, close to banks and shops. The hotel is located on the popular Vaci utca pedestrian street with many restaurants and souvenir shops.

For your convenience, I am attaching a map of the city.

Budapest route number 1: Parliament and Buda. Length: 5.6 km

It is worth starting a walk around the city with the main attraction - the majestic Buildings of the Hungarian Parliament(Országház), spread out on the banks of the Danube. The building resembles the Palace of Westminster in London and is the largest parliament building in continental Europe. It is noteworthy that 40 kg of gold was used to decorate the building! Tours are regularly held in the building, including in Russian. Excursions in Russian are held every day at 11:00. Ticket price: 12 Euro, tickets are bought on the spot.

In summer, stunning flowers are planted around the Parliament building.

And this is a view of the building from the opposite bank of the river. By the way, for those who have not read our article about, a hint: Budapest stands on the Danube.

Not far from the parliament building is the famous Széchenyi Chain Bridge(Széchenyi lánchíd), connecting the two parts of the city - Buda and Pest, and is the most important symbol of the unification of the city. It seems to me that this bridge is somewhat reminiscent of the Brooklyn Bridge in New York.

Having crossed the bridge, we find ourselves in a part of the city called Buda, where on a hill is located fishermen's bastion(Halászbástya) - a terrace with 7 turrets in neo-Gothic style. The bastion is named after the fishermen who defended this section of the fortress wall in ancient times.

You can go up to the bastion on a pretty funicular, or you can walk or take a bus.

The bastion offers stunning views of the parliament building, the river, and part of the city of Pest. I advise you to visit here on a clear day to take many beautiful photos. The views from here are magical.

Next to the bastion is Cathedral of St. Matthias- a spectacular building with a roof and a bell tower 80 m high. The Cathedral and the Fisherman's Bastion are located on the territory of the Buda Castle - the castle of the Hungarian kings. You can even set aside a whole day to bypass the Fisherman's Bastion.

If you have a sweet tooth, I also advise you to visit the Marzipan Museum, located in the Hilton Budapest hotel next to St. Matthias Cathedral. This museum is small and occupies only 2 rooms, but here you can look at the famous Hungarian sights made of marzipan, and then buy your favorite delicacy in a special shop. Museum address: Hess András ter 1-3., 1014 Budapest.

In the Royal Palace on the territory of the Buda Castle is one of the main museums in Hungary - (Magyar Nemzeti Galéria), which presents samples of Hungarian art from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.

You can end the day at Gellert baths(Gellert fürdő), where you can swim in a real palace in 13 pools with different water temperatures and minerals. Don't forget to bring a swimming cap with you, as when visiting some pools, it is required.

Budapest route number 2: museums and Pest. Length: 4.7 km.

In the part of the city called Pest, the main city museums are collected, which are definitely worth a visit for history buffs.

I advise you to start the walk with Museum of Fine Arts(Szépművészeti Múzeum), which houses a collection of over 100,000 European and Egyptian art. The museum is famous for its collection of works by Spanish masters: El Greco, Velázquez, and Goya. The museum houses the second largest collection of Egyptian art in Central Europe.

The museum is located next to the city park Varoshliget(Városliget), on the territory of which there is the Botanical Garden and the Metropolitan Zoo. Both tourists and locals love to relax here, because. The park offers many opportunities for recreation with children. There is a lake in the park, on the shore of which there is an amazingly beautiful castle. Vaidahunyad(Vajdahunyad). This is what the castle looks like.

In the summer, flowers are planted near the castle, making you feel like in a fairy tale. But that's not all, because in the park there is another popular bath - (Széchenyi fürdő). Here you can spend time if you are tired of tiring walks around the city.

Those interested in history can also visit house of terror(Terror Háza), which tells about the history of Hungary during its occupation by Soviet troops and Nazis on several floors.

The total length of the 2 routes on foot is 14.6 km. The main sights of Budapest do not end on these two routes, in this city history is felt everywhere, and you can find even more interesting places to visit. General view of 2 routes on the map:

I definitely advise you to also visit one of the islands located within the city - margaret island(Margit-sziget), where there is a huge park with hotels, or obudai island(Óbudai-sziget), where you can go wakeboarding during the day, and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of discos and parties at night, because it is here that the famous Sziget Festival is held.

What restaurants in Budapest offer delicious food?

After tiring, but pleasant walks around the city, you should definitely refresh yourself.

Among the most popular tourist restaurants in Budapest are the following:

Restaurant Sir Lancelot with a unique medieval atmosphere, the restaurant sometimes hosts jousting competitions. Here you can try the famous Hungarian goulash soup in paprika bread or drink the famous Tokay wine.

Restaurant address: Podmaniczky u. 14, H-1065 Budapest

Restaurant Gundel- a luxurious restaurant where you will be served at the highest level. The menu of the restaurant includes dishes from goose liver, goulash soups, fish. Banquets and events are often held here, by the way, a big gala dinner with a program is planned in this restaurant on December 31st. Therefore, if you are in Budapest for the New Year, and you have no plans yet, then you are here.

Restaurant address: Gundel Karoly ut 4, H-1146 Budapest

Restaurant "Paprika" (Paprika vendeglő)- here you can taste meat, fish, poultry dishes for a reasonable price. Be sure to order a signature dish - a dish with different varieties of paprika.

Restaurant address: Dózsa György ut 72, H-1071 Budapest

You can have breakfast in one of the cozy restaurants located at Zrinyi utca near the Basilica of St. Stephen. By the way, on the same street is one of the symbols of the city - the mayor. The mayor is in a good mood, which is not surprising - it cannot be otherwise in Budapest. I wish you pleasant walks around this super positive and interesting city.

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The capital of Hungary, Budapest, despite its beauty and attractions, is greatly underestimated by tourists. Many people think that there is nothing to do there, and why waste time on Budapest when Vienna and Prague are not far away? But, in my opinion, Budapest is no less beautiful and interesting than its well-known neighbors, it's just that the city's self-promotion suffers somewhat. Many people come to Budapest for one day, believing that there is nothing to do there for more days. My personal opinion is that it is impossible to see and understand Budapest in a day, but you can try to visit some of the main attractions. The main thing is to make a route. Again, one day in Budapest will have to be spent at the pace of the waltz, according to a strict plan, without museums and leisurely walks.

So, what can you see for one in Budapest?

In my opinion, in one day in Budapest, you should definitely see the following attractions:

St. Stephen's Basilica

Buda Hill (Royal Palace, Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church)

Hungarian Parliament Danube embankment Pedestrian street Vaci utca (We called it Vasya duck)

Well, the most persistent can visit one of the famous Hungarian Széchenyi baths.

Itinerary in Budapest for one day.

Map legend:

Black line - part of the route on foot

Purple line - part of the tram route

Yellow line - part of the metro route

You can start exploring the city from St. Stephen's Basilica (m. Bajcsy-Zsilinszky ?t yellow line).

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St. Stephen's Basilica The basilica is the largest church in Budapest. Its construction began in 1851. Two architects consistently worked on the project, so the building combines classicism with neo-renaissance. In my opinion, the basilica very organically fit into the typical look of Budapest, although it was opened not so long ago, in 1905. The basilica is shaped like a Greek cross. Inside, 4 powerful columns support a beautiful dome.

Near the entrance you can see the figure of the first Hungarian king, and inside, around the altar, admire his figures, which tell some stories from life. The chapel houses the main religious relic of the Hungarian church - the Holy Right Hand of King Stephen. You can see the basilica from the outside, or you can go inside for a couple of minutes for a voluntary donation, for a fee you can go up to the dome. Next, we go to the embankment and take the tram number 2 (if you are facing the Danube, then go to the right). This tram rides along the embankment.

You need to get off at the stop where the Parliament is located. As soon as you see this building - immediately exit. Well, or ask, anyone will tell you. The Parliament in Budapest is probably the most famous building, the “face of Budapest”, which is placed on all booklets, websites, etc.

And not in vain. The building is just amazing! Hungarian Parliament Parliament began to build in 1885. The building consists of two independent wings, connected by a passage, which is crowned by a huge 96 meter dome. This is the real pride of the Hungarians, they themselves say that their Parliament is very similar to Buckingham Palace in London.

According to the schedule, excursions are led inside, because the inside is also very beautiful. If you stand with your back to the Parliament, facing the Danube, then go left to the Chain Bridge with lions. On the way, by the way, you will come across a sad monument to the victims of the Holocaust: rows of iron shoes on the banks of the Danube.

This monument recalls the tragic history of the Second World War, when the Jews were driven to the shore, promising to be taken to their homeland ... but, as always, they deceived and everything ended sadly. In general, the surroundings are very beautiful.

As a result, you will reach the Chain Bridge with lions.

Chain Bridge with Lions The Chain Bridge was opened in 1849, which immediately became almost a miracle of engineering, because such a bridge was only in London. Well, this is not surprising, because the project is English. The whole point of this bridge is that it seems to hang over the river on huge iron chains, hence the name. The Danube is a fairly fast river, the bridge should not interfere with the ice drift with its pylons. So, this is not just a bridge, but a real breakthrough and an important discovery for a city divided by the wide Danube.

And now, you are at the entrance to the Royal Palace. Now there are a number of museums here, but, of course, for one day in Budapest, you should forget about them.

After visiting the Royal Palace, go straight up the hill, along the Danube, along Uri Street to the Matthias Church and the Fisherman's Bastion. By the way, here is a clickable diagram of the Buda Hill.

Matthias Church The church was rebuilt in 1896 on medieval foundations. The second name of the church is the Mother of God.

The place is cult for the Hungarians: they were crowned and married here. Nearby is the Fisherman's Bastion. The modern Fisherman's Bastion is now just a very beautiful place in the city. This is an observation deck, and a place for walking and relaxing.

Earlier on this place there was a fortification bastion from enemies. And it is called so in honor of the fishing workshop, whose members defended this part of the fortifications. It is very beautiful here and there are many places for excellent photos of the panorama of Budapest.

Well, don't forget to capture yourself against such a wonderful background.

In theory, when you finish viewing all of the above, then it will be time for lunch. You will be hungry and ready to run into any cafe. However, I recommend that you stifle your hunger and go to an authentic cafe in the Hungarian market, where you can taste delicious local dishes at affordable prices. To do this, you need to return to the funicular and go down. Take tram number 19 or number 43 (if you are facing the Danube, then you need to go to the right) and ride along the Danube to the Freedom Bridge and cross it to the other side of the Danube.

The Liberty Bridge is green and iron, not to be confused with others. If you feel the strength, then you can walk this distance along the Danube on foot, remove the Parliament from the opposite bank. And here is the temptation... to continue the tour of the city further or go to the baths of Gelert, because you will be standing next to them.

I propose to take the will into a fist and cross the bridge all the same and again be on the side of Pest. Further, I recommend that you look at the Central Budapest Market. Don't think there's nothing to do there. Firstly, in the market you will pass by rows of paprika, Hungarian foie gras, and various edible souvenirs.

There you can also buy a good bag made of Hungarian leather for 60 euros. Secondly, it is here that there is an excellent cafe with superb Hungarian food for a quick lunch. In order to find a cafe, you need to go up to the second floor. There you will see a cafe with glass doors and wooden tables in front of the entrance. Do not confuse this cafe with the collapse of any fast food on the other side. This is a cafe of the format of our "Moo-moo": come up with a tray, say that you will eat (or just poke your finger) and go through the cashier with the food, to the table. How can you leave Budapest without trying Hungarian goulash? Here it is delicious, cheap, and besides, a huge portion. In general, I recommend.

After a hearty lunch, I recommend taking a walk, although it will not be easy after such a delicious lunch. Walk from the Central Market along Vaci pedestrian street to V?r?smarty t?r metro station (yellow line). Here the main thing is not to get stuck in stores, hold on.

Take the subway and take a straight line to Oktogon station. Leaving the metro, you will find yourself on the beautiful Andrássy Avenue. True, not at the very beginning, because this section was traveled by metro to save energy. If you are full of energy, then from Vaci Street you can go past the already familiar St. Stephen's Basilica to the beginning of the avenue. Andrássy has very beautiful buildings in a unique Art Nouveau architectural style (something between Art Nouveau and Art Nouveau).

There is an opera, the local Moulin Rouge, a very interesting Museum of Terror (he just shocked me, almost to tears), but all this is not for one day in Budapest.

The avenue ends with a large Heroes Square.

Immediately behind the square, a large park begins, in which there is a pretty new-made Vajdahunyad castle, a zoo, a winter skating rink, and the Széchenyi baths.

I suggest you go to the baths and “lie down” for a couple of hours, just don’t forget to bring a swimsuit and slippers with you. As you know, Budapest is known throughout the world as a thermal health resort. Here you can spend a day for a few hundred rubles in open hot pools with healing water even in winter, and inside there is where to soak in fonts with different composition of water. One of the advantages of the baths in Hungary is the low price, although many people are used to thinking that they cannot afford this type of vacation.

This is my view of Budapest, this is how I would spend one day in this beautiful city.

It’s impossible to see Budapest in one day… It’s a fact… But you can try to take a peek and realize that you’ve given him unreasonably little time and want to come back again.

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Basilica of St. Stephen (Stefan)

We recommend starting your tour of the city from St. Stephen's Basilica (address: Szent István tér, 1, near the Bajcsy-Zsilinszky metro station, line M1). One of the three largest temples in the country, competing in height with the parliament building. The height of both buildings is 96 m.

The basilica cannot be called ancient - its history is a little over 100 years old. Nevertheless, it surprises with the richness of the interior decoration, marble, mosaics and stained glass windows. According to legend, after the death of King Stephen, ordinary people came to his grave and were healed of various ailments. Then the idea of ​​his canonization arose. When the burial was opened, rose water and one right hand clenched into a fist were found inside. The main treasure of the Basilica - the relics of St. Stephen, or rather, his right hand in a gilded reliquary - can still be seen today with your own eyes to the right of the altar.

Entrance to the basilica is free, but you have to buy a ticket to the observation deck. But trust me, it's worth it. The temple has 2 towers and 2 viewing platforms. One of the towers is equipped with an elevator, the second involves climbing a staircase of 364 steps (evaluate your options before making a choice). The view of the city, the Danube, Gellert Hill and the Buda Castle will not leave anyone indifferent.

Parliament

And an evening boat trip along the Danube with dinner and live music will pleasantly decorate the evening (49 euros per person). Between the sightseeing tour and the mini-cruise on the boat, you will have enough time to enjoy a leisurely stroll through the city. The choice is yours!

Results of one day in the Hungarian capital

It was a one day itinerary. And it doesn’t matter if you went through it completely and were very tired at the end, chose your minimum program from it or took advantage of a sightseeing tour. In any case, we are sure that the first acquaintance was interesting and exciting. And how many more secrets and mysteries does Budapest keep? It is worth returning here and staying longer to look into the secrets of the city and unravel its mysteries.

Getting to know Budapest in one walk is unrealistic. Such a walk will give only a superficial acquaintance with the Hungarian capital, but you will have time to fall in love with this amazing European city. Ready to take a risk? We offer an introductory tour of Budapest for one day.

If you only have 6-12 hours to visit, be prepared to come back here. It is impossible to get around all the sights of Budapest in one day, but you can try to see the main thing.

Where to walk in Budapest

Tourists who have never been to the Hungarian capital are often interested in what they should definitely see in Budapest and how much time it takes to see the main sights of Budapest. You can see everything in one day if you are used to walking a lot.

fishermen's bastion

This route is a la "gallop across Europe". At an accelerated pace, you literally run through the city. Such a walk can be considered introductory in order to understand whether you like Budapest or not, whether it is worth returning to this city for more days.

It is necessary to theoretically prepare for such a walk: find information on the Internet about each attraction along the route. Be your own tour guide. After all, you know better than anyone what you are interested in and what is not.

One day Budapest itinerary for long walkers

We offer an interesting but difficult itinerary for one day in Budapest:

• Fisherman's Bastion
• Square of the Holy Trinity and the Church of St. Matthias, a monument to Istfan I
• Royal Palace or Buda Castle (Budai Vár)
• Erzsébet bridge (Erzsébet híd)
• Andrassy Avenue (Andrássy út), Opera House (Magyar Állami Operaház)
• Városliget park, Vajdahunyad vár castle, zoo, Anonymous sculpture
• Heroes' Square (Hősök tere) and Museum of Fine Arts (Szépművészeti Múzeum)
• Danube embankment

The duration of the route is 14 km. If you lay out all the points on the map in the sequence described above, then the all-knowing Google will give out information that the route will take 4-5 hours. In reality, it will take much longer, because we will stop and enjoy the beautiful views of the city.

The route in Budapest is designed for one day, but it is more logical to split it into two days and walk at a more relaxed pace. Logic in history. The Hungarian capital arose as a result of the confluence of the city of Pest on the left side of the Danube with the cities of Buda and Obuda, located on the right side. If you have two days, you can study one side on the first day and the other side on the second.

Here is how this walk looks on the map:

Some attractions can be excluded from the itinerary. In this case, the walk will turn out to be less tiring and there will be more time to explore the remaining tourist sites on your list.

Overview of the main attractions

Below is a brief description of the most interesting sights along the route. You choose what to keep and what to exclude, how to build a shorter route.

Vörösmarty Square (Vörösmarty tér)

Let's start the walk from the left bank of the Danube - from the central Veresmarty square, next to which is the metro station of the same name. Convenient transport interchange, a large number of places where you can have a delicious breakfast - ideal to start a trip to the Hungarian capital.

Széchenyi Lánchíd Chain Bridge

There are seven bridges in Budapest, all of them are beautiful and interesting in their own way, but only this one is a symbol of Budapest. Locals affectionately call him "Old Lady" and even celebrate his birthday on November 20th. The bridge is car-pedestrian, it is a great place for photo shoots and admiring the Danube.

Széchenyi Chain Bridge

buda hill

After crossing the bridge, we will go up to the Fisherman's Bastion and the Royal Palace. Since this is a hill, you will have to sweat, but the view from the top is worth it. Buda Hill includes the following attractions:

• Fisherman's Bastion;
• Holy Trinity Square;
• Church of St. Matthias;
• monument to Ishtfan I;
• Royal Palace;
• funicular.

The viewpoints of the Fisherman's Bastion and the Royal Palace are by far the best viewpoints in Budapest.

View from the Fisherman's Bastion

You can pay to enter the observation deck, or you can see everything for free, because the so-called “official” observation deck differs from the usual one only in that it is literally a couple of meters high.

Erzsébet bridge (Erzsébet híd)

After walking along the right bank of Budapest, you will need to get to the left, where most of the route will pass. To do this, you need to go down the hill directly to the Erzhbet bridge and cross the river.

Váci Street (Váci utca) and St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent István-bazilika)

Vaci Street is one of the most beautiful walking streets in Budapest. Here you will find everything that may interest a tourist: beautiful houses, cafes, restaurants, hotels, shops, souvenir shops. Walking slowly along Vaci Street, you will quickly come to one of the main attractions of the left bank of Budapest - St. Stephen's Basilica.

Basilica of Saint Stephen

Andrássy Avenue (Andrássy ut)

Further, our route passes along the central metropolitan Andrassy Avenue. Here are the Hungarian Opera House, the Operetta Theatre, the Academy of Music and the University of Fine Arts, various museums and galleries.

Park Városliget

Half an hour walk along the beautiful avenue and you are in the most beautiful park in Budapest, Varosliget. You can spend the whole day in this park alone. Not far from the park is the Budapest Zoo, the circus and the Széchenyi baths.

In the Varosliget park

If you have only one day, then you will only have time to pass by these places, but if you have more, then it is quite possible to visit what you like.

Heroes Square (Hősök tere)

Ahead of the Heroes' Square - one of the main squares of Budapest. On the square, you need to pay attention to the Millennium Column located in the center with the figure of the Archangel Gabriel, which is dedicated to all the heroic defenders of Hungary. Then look at the colonnades framing the square along the edges.

Heroes Square

Between the large columns are bronze statues of various dynasties that once ruled Hungary: Arpads, Anjou, Transylvanian princes. Sculptures depicting Labor and Prosperity, Wisdom and Glory, War and Peace are installed on large columns. On the square there are also plates in honor of the Hungarian soldiers who died in world wars.

On both sides of the square you will see two museums - the Műcsarnok Exhibition Hall and the Museum of Fine Arts (Szépművészeti Múzeum). The Museum of Fine Arts is known for its ancient Egyptian collection, collection of ancient art, drawings by Rembrandt, works by Goya, Raphael, Durer, as well as a collection of impressionist paintings such as Manet, Cezanne and Delacroix.

Hungarian Parliament Building (Országház)

After a walk along Heroes' Square and Varoshliget Park, we suggest returning to the city center - to the Danube itself. This can be done on foot or by public transport, as the metro station is located right on the Heroes' Square. You will already know what you will be seeing, as a very beautiful view of the Hungarian Parliament opened from the Buda Hill. Let's go to him.

Hungarian parliament

The white walls of the parliament and its unusual brown roofs are whimsically reflected in the waters of the Danube, and at night the whole structure is very beautifully illuminated. Near the parliament there is an unusual monument dedicated to the Jews who died at the hands of the Nazis during World War II.

Shoes on the Danube

That's all. Itinerary in Budapest for one day is almost completed. You are on the Danube embankment. We offer just a walk along the embankment, breathe fresh air from the Danube. See how the sun or moon reflects off the shimmering water. Or sit on a bench near the water and try to remember all the beauty that you saw during the day.