Budapest

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Danube and the Parliament House

House of Parliament

Budapest is the capital of Hungary. It is the largest city in the country and the main principal for its political, cultural and industrial growth. Budapest is home to more than 3.2 million people.

Being known as one of Europe’s finest city, Budapest attracts more than 20 million visitors every year.

You will enjoy the whole city if you get a chance to acquire a tour. For more information, read below.

1. Danube Bend Day Trip – a fun excursion to Hungary’s famous Danube Bend. The trip includes a three-course lunch and a cruise on the River Danube. The trip will take you to Visegrad, where you will see the majestic medieval citadel of the former royal residence. This exciting tour is worth US$ 91.

2. Budapest Sightseeing Tour with Parliament House Visit - a comprehensive tour to Hungary’s largest building – Parliament House. The tour will take half day that will start at 9:30am and approximately finish at 2:30pm. You will get a chance to visit the wonderful neo-Gothic Parliament building, the home of the Holy Hungarian Crown which was built between 1885 and 1902. As part of the tour, you will get a chance to take photos of the Margaret Bridge and the Elizabeth Bridge. The trip is worth US$ 56.

3. Budapest Sight Seeing Tour – discover Budapest in just half a day. The tour is ideal for first time visitor. Your travels will take you to Danube, House of Parliament, the Royal Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion and other exciting places. For fantastic photos, you will get a chance to climb Gellert Hill and explore the City Park. Tour is at US$ 37.

4. Budapest Hammer & Sickle Tour – a journey back in time! This tour will educate you on the 50 years of communism in Hungary. The tour guide will give a summary about big brother’s teachings, how children were brought up and the experiences from black markets to banana lines. The Statue Park is the highlight of the tour where you will see statues of Lenin, Marx and Engels. The tour is worth US$37.

Aside from the numerous tours you can choose from, you can also enjoy the city by yourself. See the list below for reference.

1. St. Stephen Cathedral – the main church of Budapest.
2. Great Synagogue & the Jewish Museum – the biggest and the most impressive in the world.
3. The House of Terror – contains documents from the Nazi and Communist eras.
4. Aquincum – the city in the Roman times.
5. Gul Baba Turbeje – offers a nice view that leads down the hill.
6. Buda Hill Labyrinth – popular tourist attractions for families and kids.

For more information on the local sights in Budapest, visit the following websites:

Viator Travel


Budapest International Airport is Hungary’s largest airport. International flights coming from all over the world flies and departs here daily.

Around the city, you can choose from trams, buses, taxis and trains to get around. Public transportation here is very much organized, so do not worry getting lost.

Budapest International Airport is Hungary’s largest airport. International flights coming from all over the world flies and departs here daily.

Around the city, you can choose from trams, buses, taxis and trains to get around. Public transportation here is very much organized, so do not worry getting lost.




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