#2DAYSIN BUDAPEST

A comprehensive travel itinerary

Do’s & Dont’s

Do: Visit at least 1 Bathhouse; Go to the Ruin Pubs; Eat Lángos; Drink homemade Pálinka Don’t: Exchange money at the ‘ orange ’ offices; Withdraw from Euronet ATMs

So here are the amazing things you can do and see for 2 days in Budapest.

BUDA CASTLE Hungarian Palace Complex

Let’s start with some staple Budapest Sitting on the southern part of the Castle Hill the nucleus of the city’s history is Buda Castle Built in the 1200s, the castle has undergone many changes and had been rebuilt multiple times with the dome as its last add-on in the 1960s

Nowadays, the palace serves as Budapest’s cultural heart, where you can visit the Hungarian

National Gallery, Budapest History Museum, as well as the National Széchenyi Library, and seasonal festivals

Go around the complex and be overwhelmed by 8 centuries of history confined in its walls.

By Buda Castle Bus or a sporty hike up the river banks, are the 2 ways to reach Castle Hill

FISHERMAN’S BASTION For a Faux Medieval Castle

The Fisherman’s Bastion is part of the famous Buda Castle, and prominent for its 7 turrets and spires Don’t be fooled by its medieval look, as this part was only built in the late 19th century. And the main reason why tourists flock this Bastion is because of its regal views as well as the plentiful photo ops one could take

Entrance Fee: Lower parts are FREE Upper towers 1000Ft and FREE admission from 8pm-9am

Opening hours: Open Daily

Extra: St. Michael Chapel is a hidden chapel under the Bastion where you can watch a 3D show about Hungary’s history

Tip: Use your Budapest Card for a 10% discount

S H O E S O N T H E D A N U B E

For a Moving Memorial

After fancying the features of the Chain Bridge, saunter northwards just before the Parliament Building, and you’ll notice about 60 pairs of iron shoes. These shoes trails of different styles and sizes were sculpted in memory of WWII victims shot into the Danube. The tribute is one of many across Europe, constantly reminding us that war only brings death and suffering.

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C H A I N B R I D G E

The First Permanent Link of Buda and Pest

Head down after taking hundreds of photos at the castle grounds, then cross Széchenyi Chain Bridge to reach the bank of the Danube on the Pest side Named after Count István Széchenyi who proposed its construction after getting stuck on Pest despite his urgent wish to go to Vienna In addition to its main purpose, the Chain Bridge has its fair share of history its destruction in 1945 being the most notable one

Regardless of its masculine structure (stone and suspension), the bridge is of elegant and sophisticated design. When you cross it, delight in all its small details, the Danube flowing underneath you, and the gorgeous panoramic view of Buda and Pest.

Tip: Take the Funicular for remarkable vistas on your way down to Chain Bridge.