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The capital of Hungary offers centuries of history and architecture, as well as surprising nightlife and culinary scenes.

Wander through the Historic Center and enjoy architectural gems, local cuisine, and multitude of attractions.

The traditional dwelling of Hungary's kings, this Baroque-style palace complex is rife with history stretching back to the 13C.

Overlooking the Danube river, this hill offers historical monuments, a noteworthy citadel, and striking views of the city.

The interactive railway museum holds over 100 vehicles, suffused with a nostalgic charm that draws in kids and adults alike.

Decorative fortifications built in Neo-Romanesque style as a lookout terrace that offers great views over the Pest area.

The National Museum houses collections that trace the history of the Carpathian Basin dwellers, Hungarians and Transylvanian alike.

First constructed in the 16C by the Ottomans, the thermal baths still feature Turkish style, evident in their characteristic domes.

Fed by thermal springs of Margaret Island, this water park has water slides, wave machines, and other fun facilities.

The national art museum, found in the Buda Castle, houses 500 years of Hungarian art from various genres.

An elegant Art Nouveau bath complex known for its mineral hot springs water and wonderful spa treatments.

One of Europe's biggest medicinal spa complexes sits atop two thermal springs and functions year-round.

An excellent leisure area, featuring medieval ruins, a music fountain, a Japanese garden, sports facilities, and much more.

A wonderful example of Art Nouveau architecture, this museum houses collections of textile, glass, and metal craftsmanship.

The vibrant musical program of this prominent opera house is just as exceptional as its lavish Neo-Renaissance architecture.

A 16C medicinal thermal bath constructed by the Ottomans; it retains separate days for men and women, and late operating hours.

A three-floor market hall that offers a rich variety of produce as well as a taste of Budapest life, bound in Neo-Gothic charm.

Covering 3ha, the oldest botanical garden in Budapest contains over 7,000 species of flora, greenhouses, and a Japanese Garden.

Take a tour or see a show at Hungary's impressive National Theater, home to one of Europe's most unique stages.

Take a guided tour of the largest government building in Hungary, popular for its mix of historic architectural styles.

Styled after several iconic Hungarian architectural landmarks, this unique castle is home to the excellent Museum of Agriculture.

One of the oldest zoos in the world, Budapest Zoo is located in a nature reserve and holds over a 1000 animal species.

Visit all of Hungary as well as some of Germany and Austria all in one day at this great museum, exhibiting miniatures of the major sites.

An impressive basilica, famous for its Neo-Renaissance architecture and weekly concerts of classical music.

An underground labyrinth, dominating the belly of the Castle Hill with an intricate system of cellars and caves rich in history.

Once the capital of a Roman province, this archaeological park holds remains of ancient settlements, including two amphitheaters.

The second largest concert hall in the city, the hall is home stage to the dance and music group, the Hungarian State Folk Ensemble.

Enjoy a stroll in this historical neighborhood of Budapest, filled with noteworthy landmarks and squares.

Budapest's largest collection of books is housed in the elegant 19C Neo-Baroque Wenckheim Palace.

A contemporary art museum which fuses exhibits from international artists of the past 50 years with modern Hungarian masters.

Previously the home of the famous Hungarian stained-glass and mosaic artist, this museum outlines the life and work of Miksa Roth.

City's largest public park contains play areas, the famous Szechenyi Baths, and a lake that freezes into an ice rink in the winter.

A shopping street since the 19C, this avenue is lined with Neo-Renaissance manors, private boutiques, cafes, and theaters.

Found in the heart of the Castle District, this Gothic church holds ecclesiastical artifacts from its 700 year history.

An ethnographic museum exhibiting relics of Hungarian folk traditions, as well as other European and international cultures.

Part of the city's historic center, this district contains large pedestrian thoroughfares and is a great place to wander around.

Situated in the Castle district, this street provides a nice walk among historic houses.

With a concert hall, a theater, and an art exhibit, this cultural hall is part of the Millennium City Center being built in Budapest.

Home to an impressive collection of permanent and temporary exhibits, this art hall is dedicated to contemporary and modern art.

The largest synagogue in Europe, this Moorish Revival building features an abundance of exquisite decorative details.

Recently inaugurated, this museum for the Hungarian victims of the Holocaust houses a memorial, a research center, and a synagogue.

A chilling memorial dedicated to the Jews who were forced to remove their shoes by the banks of the Danube before being shot.

This central district is packed with must-see landmarks, a wealth of museums, and meandering streets replete with history.

Over a century old, this centrally located square stands in memory of eminent leaders throughout Hungary's history.

Full of ornate tombstones, monuments, and mausoleums, this 56ha cemetery is the final resting place of famed Hungarian personages.