best time to go?

As Hungary's capital, and a favourite destination for weekenders and festival-goers, Budapest is famed for offering something to suit all tastes. A hotchpotch of classical and grungy, ancient and modern, historical and contemporary you will, beyond any doubt, fall head over heels for this city.

Best time to visit: Spring (Late March-May) or Autumn (Late September-October) for pleasant weather and lower prices Avoid August as it is the most crowded and the most expensive December for Christmas Markets

Currency: Hungarian Forint (Ft)

Language: Hungarian

Budapest Franz Liszt Airport (BUD) is the main international hub of Budapest. BUS 200E is the Airport shuttle that will take you to Kobanya-Kispest metro station in 30min.

Fare: One way 350Ft

While BUS 100E connects the airport directly to Deák Ferenc tér central metro station in 35min. Fare: One way 900Ft

Getting around: Most of Budapest’s crowdpullers are walkable. And the city’s public transit system is also very efficient and convenient, albeit a tad run-down.

Fare: Buy the BUDAPEST CARD 48 hours for €33. Check their website for more details here

Card Perks: Unlimited use of all Public Transport, Free 2h guided tours for Buda and Pest, Free entrance to 7 main attractions, Discounted rates and entrance fees (over 60partners)

Helpful Phrases

Thank you : Köszönöm (ko-so-nom)

Hello : Szia (si-ya)

Yes : Igen (ee-gen)

No : Nem

Excuse me : Elnézést (el-neh-zesht)

Cheers! : Egészségére (eh-ge-shey-ged-reh)