BUDAPEST is one of the great cities of Europe and the perfect setting for short breaks, meetings and incentives.
Must experiences:
- An unforgettable city tour where a funicular runs up Castle Hill to Buda’s Old Town and enjoy sweeping views from the Fishermen’s Bastion overlooking Pest on the opposite side of the river.
- A fun wine tasting tour to the Hungarian vineyards in the village of Etyek.
- A wild ride on the exciting RedJet – “Rollercoaster of the Danube”
- A spectacular dinner cruise on the Danube River through the city with many buildings such as the impressive Hungarian Parliament lit up for your pleasure.
- Relax at the grand Szechenyi Spa Baths during the day or enjoy a “Saturday Sparty” – the ultimate night time pool party where the thermal outdoor pools are lit with lasers and a live DJ pulses out beats into the early hours of the morning.
- A visit to the Great Market Hall for souvenirs and eating with locals.
Must eat: Langosh is a deep-fried, disc-shaped bread, usually slathered in cream cheese and garlic, bolognese sauce or herbs and salt.
Best nightlife: The Ruin Bar District especially Mazel Tov or Szimpla Kert.
Best time to visit: The less crowded shoulder season November-March will give you great travel deals but the best time to visit is September and October.
Top tip: Be in Budapest on 20 August each year for St Stephens Day – celebrations take place in the form of an all-day party featuring concerts, processions, special events and military parades. Concluding with a fireworks display soaring over the Danube which you will never forget.
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