This giant church constructed at the turn of the 19th and 20th century looms over the city and is named after the first king of Hungary who introduced Christianity to the country. The panoramic views from the second floor are spectacular.
Located at the end of Andrassy Utca, Heroes’ Square is home to magnificent statues of distinguished rulers from Hungary’s turbulent history. The square is at the entrance to City Park, a pleasant green space that affords tranquil walks in beautiful surroundings.
In summer, visitors can rent a rowing boat, while in winter the pond becomes the largest outdoor skating rink in Central Europe.
3. Thermal Baths
Budapest boasts a variety of thermal spas and no trip would be complete without enjoying a relaxing soak in spectacular surroundings. Visitors should be aware of the various conventions and opening hours operated by some spas.
4. Fine Arts Museum – Hosok tere, Budapest XIV
Situated on the outskirts of City Park, this fabulous museum has a fascinating permanent collection exhibiting works by the Dutch masters, French impressionists and British artists amongst countless others, allied to thought-provoking temporary exhibitions.
5. Danube river trip
The Danube divides the Buda and Pest districts and a boat trip along the river is a fantastic way to see many of the city’s architectural delights such as Buda Castle, Chain Bridge and Parliament House.
6. Castle Hill
Home of Matthias Church and Fishermen’s Bastion amongst other attractions. Enjoy the views across the Danube to Pest and explore the hidden delights of the narrow cobbled streets.
7. Coffee houses
Relax and enjoy mouth-watering cakes and delicious coffee in the elegant coffee houses throughout the city. Perfect for a break from sightseeing or watching the world drift by during a long, lazy afternoon.
8. Gellert Hill
Gellert Hill offers spectacular views across the city and is the location of the Liberation and Gellert monuments and Cave church.
9. Hungarian etterem
Sampling the traditional Hungarian cuisine is a must and a real treat especially for the lover of hearty, calorific food. Specialities abound and it is definitely worth asking the invariably helpful serving staff for their recommendations.
10. State Opera House – Andrassy ut 22, Budapest VI
Although best to enjoy a performance, daily tours are operated to enable visitors to marvel at the opulence of the opera house itself.
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