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Day 1
Day 2
11:30AM
Great Synagogue
Biggest Synagogue in Europe. Really pretty, tickets are kind of expensive but has a whole museum attached as well.
12:30PM
Shoes on the Danube
Really interesting and moving Holocaust Memorial near the Parliament, definitely go check it out!
1:00PM
Parliament Building
Really pretty and can do a tour if you book it in advance, It’s lit up at night and really beautiful.
2:00PM
Chain Bridge
Really pretty bridge connecting Buda and Pest, super pretty at night.
2:30PM
Central Market
They sell produce, meat, pastries. Good for a snack or souvenirs.
3:30PM
Buda Castle
really pretty views! There are different tour options if you are interested including a segway tour.
4:30PM
Fisherman’s Bastion and Castle Hill
Stunning views so definitely go up because you can see the whole city!
5:30PM
Matthias Church
Up by Buda Castle and Fisherman’s Bastion. It is really and tickets are inexpensive.
6:30PM
Head back to hotel to relax
7:30PM
Mazel Tov!
Go for dinner. Literally a requirement. So freaking good. Amazing Israeli food. But book it well in advance because there are lines out the door.
12:00PM
Jewish Ghetto
Lots of history. Not open on Saturday’s but you can still walk around.
1:30PM
House of Terror
Museum about communism and the holocaust from the Hungarian perspective which was really interesting. Definitely check it out and don’t need more than an hour and a half. No online tickets
3:00PM
Get a Chimney Cake!
Please do it! They are so good and sugary and doughy. You can get at any street stand and make sure its hot when you get it!
4:30PM
Széchenyi Thermal Bath
Would highly recommend. Bring a towel & flip flops. Some people go to the Sparty at night.
6:30PM
Head back to hotel to relax
7:30PM
Boat Tour on the Danube
Okay this sounds super cheesy but we did it at night and did the unlimited prosecco tour and LOVED it. Please do this.
8:30PM
KonyvBar
Fun for dinner! Each week the menu changes and is based on a book and the food is actually really good. You have to email to reserve.
12:00AM
Szimpla Kert
This is the most famous bar and it was really cool. There were a lot of floors and it was a ruin bar with a cool vibe. Highly recommend
Brunch & Lunch
Dinner
Dessert & Snacks
Food Halls
Brunch & Lunch
A la Maison Grande
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MUST DO!!! Amazing brunch! Have everything from eggs to waffles to french toast. It's great!
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Great Market Hall
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Some find it a but chaotic but its fun to walk through and a good place for a snack.
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New York Cafe
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Pretty famous café in a hotel where Hungarian poets used to eat. Do not take brunch reservations.
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Twenty Six
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Healthy mediterranean option in downtown Budapest. Very cool set up within the restaurant.
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Vintage Garden
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It is really good and SUPER cute on the inside. Has fairytale vibes,.
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Dinner
Felix
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Solid dinner choice. Caesar salad with cajun chicken is amazing. Also has great drink options, get the tequila with muddled cucumber and lime!
$$ - $$$
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Kiosk
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Amazing new find! A very eclectic menu with something for everyone. Get the cauliflower, dips, risotto and meatballs. Great vibe and good for a big. group!
$$ - $$$
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Mazel Tov
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Literally a requirement. So freaking good. Amazing Israeli food. Book it well in advance because there is often a long wait for walk ins.
$$ - $$$
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Pizza Me
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Late night pizza outside the club. The Margarita with garlic powder and chili flakes does not disappoint!
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Qui
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Amazing Thai and Vietnamese restaurant. Must get the chicken satay and rice noodles! Must call +36 20 431 9905 to reserve.
$$ - $$$
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Taverna Dionysos
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More of a parents restaurant, but a great option if you don't want Hungarian. Great Greek food, adorable decor.
$$ - $$$
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Restaurant Pierrot
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Authentic Hungarian. A little on the pricey side but a nice vibe.
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Spago
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New find! So delicious. Get the sushi! This is chef Wolfgang Pucks new restaurant in Budapest.
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Yama
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Amazing Japanese food! We recommend the salmon avo roll with truffle caviar, tiger shrimp tempura roll, spicy tuna roll, truffle tahini, umami yellowtail and spicy tuna tartar!
Rating: 10/10
Rating: 10/10
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Dessert & Snacks
Chimney Cakes
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These are everywhere and it's basically ice cream in a churro like cone but its not a churro its just similar. They were really good but very filling.
Ghraoui Chocolate
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Such good chocolate! Tried 3 flavors:
White Chocolate Dried Fruit - 6/10
Milk Chocolate Coconut - 9/10
Dark Chocolate Raspberry - 10/10
White Chocolate Dried Fruit - 6/10
Milk Chocolate Coconut - 9/10
Dark Chocolate Raspberry - 10/10
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La Donuteria
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This sounds so American but if you like donuts these were actually really good and the place was adorable.
Noir Chocobar
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Hot chocolate! There are so many flavors and they add alcohol to it if you want. (And there's chocolate shots!!!)
Ruszwurm Cukraszda
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Oldest confectionary in Budapest. Located next to the Matthias Church.
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Food Halls
Sights
Activity
Sights
Andrassy Street
Main street of Pest, lots of shopping and whatnot. Heroes Square/City Park is at the end.
Buda Castle
Really pretty views of Budapest. There are different tour options, including a segway tour if you are interested! Also fun to take the funicular up! If you walk along Tóth Árpád Sétány it is truly beautiful!
Chain Bridge
Really pretty bridge connecting Buda and Pest, super pretty at night
City Park
Major park of Budapest with a lot to see. It is near the Szechenyi Baths.
Dohany Synagogue + Jewish Museum
Largest synagogue in Europe. FYI - closes early Friday for Shabbat, closed all day Saturday as well. Services are open to the public. Very, very interesting to experience. Double check times as they change depending on the season.
Fisherman’s Bastion and Castle Hill
Stunning views so definitely go up because you can see the whole city
Great Synagogue
Biggest Synagogue in Europe. Really pretty but tickets are kind of expensive but has a whole museum attached as well.
House of Terror
Museum about communism and the holocaust from the Hungarian perspective. No online tickets available
Matthias Castle
It is up by Buda Castle and Fisherman’s Bastion and is really pretty. Tickets are inexpensive, definitely check it out.
Shoes on the Danube
Really interesting and moving Holocaust Memorial near the Parliament, definitely a must see.
Activity
Central Market
Closes after 3 on Saturdays and Sundays so go early! They sell produce, meat, pastries and souvenirs.
Jewish Walking Tour
The Dohany Synagogue gives them (paid) or free walking tours does, too. Well worth it if you are interested in Jewish history.
Thermal Baths
Would highly recommend doing this. Can go in the day or night (see nightlife list). Get tickets. Can get hot and crowded but definitely recommend. Also bring a towel and flip flops. You will want to shower after too.
Tuk Tuk City Tour
Such a fun way to tour the city!! Among one of our favorites.
Budget
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Airbnb
Budget
Bo33 Hotel Family Suites
Superior triple suite approx $55 pp per night
Danubius Hotel Erzsébet City Center
Great location. Doubles approx $57 pp per night.
Hotel Medos Budapest
Twin rooms approx $55 pp per night.
Maverick City Lodge
In the heart of the Jewish quarter. Good accommodations although people have mentioned some small issues with hot water. Has bunk rooms. Private double approx $40 per person, per night.
Meininger Hotel
Double, private room approx $41 pp per night. They also have bunk rooms as an option
Onefam Budapest
Gets very high marks for cleanliness and great staff! Also in a good location. A mixed dorm room is approx $40 per night, per person.
Leonardo Boutique Hotel Budapest M-Square
In a great location with a nice breakfast spread. Comfort double approx $80 per night, per person.
Average
Courtyard Budapest City Center
Very affordable Marriott brand and in a good location. Doubles approx $170 pp for three nights.
D8 Hotel
Great location. Twin rooms approx $80 pp per night. They also have large rooms as an option.
Emerald Hotel
Has a gym! Doubles approx $81 pp per night.
Hotel Vision
Pretty rooms. Doubles approx $76 pp per night.
Splurge
Hotel Clark
Rated #1 on TA. Doubles from $158 pp per night.
Hotel Aria
Five Star Hotel. Doubles from $294 pp per night.
Airbnb
City Center
Great option in the perfect location. Fits up to 10 people. Highly recommend!
Bars & Clubs
Bars & Clubs
For Sale Pub
Awesome bar in Budapest. New find and we are obsessed!! People leave their own notes all over the place.
Instant
This club was huge but we all had SO MUCH fun!
Szimpla Kurt
This is the most famous ruin bar and it is really cool with a great vibe. Highly recommend. More a club vibe.
Spiler
In the Gozsdu Passage. This area has a lot of good bars. You can just pick a random one and it will likely be fun!
The Sparty
YOU HAVE TO GO! Buy tix in advance. Its like a club in the Budapest baths which are basically a giant hot tub. Pregame first - trust us on this! Also it's only on saturday nights so be aware of that before you make plans.
Kiraly Street
The rest of the Jewish quarter makes up the party area. You could definitely go bar hopping here.
