Budapest 6 Day Itinerary

Budapest 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & City Center Exploration

  • Accommodation: Four Seasons Gresham Palace Budapest or Hotel Intercontinental Budapest (luxury) / Airbnb, Hostelworld, Booking.com (budget)
  • Transportation: Liszt Ferenc International Airport is the main airport in Budapest. You can take a taxi, bus (Volánbusz 200E) or the Metro M3 to reach the city center.
  • Activities:
    • Visit Heroes’ Square and City Park (Városliget).
    • Explore Andrássy Avenue with its beautiful architecture and the House of Terror museum.
    • Stroll along the UNESCO-listed Chain Bridge, crossing over to Buda.
  • Dinner: Gundel Restaurant (traditional Hungarian cuisine) or Bors Gourmet Háztól Hegedülve (modern Hungarian food)
  • Things to know: Budapest is divided into two parts: Buda and Pest. The Danube River separates them.

Day 2: Buda Hill & Castle District

  • Activities:
    • Funicular Railway up to Buda Hill.
    • Visit the Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, and the Buda Castle.
    • Explore the Labyrinth at the Buda Castle.
  • Lunch: Kispiac Bisztró (local food market) or Ruszwurm Pasztries Manufactory (historic pastry shop)
  • Afternoon: Take a scenic boat tour on the Danube River to enjoy the city from a different perspective.
  • Dinner: Menza (modern Hungarian cuisine) or Kispiac Bisztró (if you missed it for lunch)
  • Things to know: The Castle District can be crowded, so consider visiting early in the morning or late afternoon.

Day 3: Thermal Baths & Ruin Bars

  • Activities:
    • Visit the iconic Széchenyi Thermal Bath (outdoor) or Gellért Bath (indoor).
    • Explore the vibrant “Ruin Bars” in the Jewish Quarter. Some popular options include Szimpla Kert, Instant, and Fözdám.
  • Lunch: Borbiró Bisztró (wine bar with small plates) or Mazel Tov (Middle Eastern cuisine)
  • Dinner: Bors Gourmet Háztól Hegedülve (if you didn’t try it yet) or Kőleves Etterem (Hungarian cuisine with a twist)
  • Things to know: The thermal baths can get crowded, especially during weekends. Try to visit in the early morning or late afternoon.

Day 4: Museums & Danube Promenade

  • Activities:
    • Visit the Museum of Applied Arts (Iparmúzeum) and the Hungarian National Gallery.
    • Walk along the Danube Promenade, passing by the Parliament Building and the Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial.
  • Lunch: Dobrumba (creative sandwiches) or Menza (if you didn’t try it yet)
  • Afternoon: Take a walk in Margaret Island for relaxation and enjoy the beautiful landscapes.
  • Dinner: Borkonyha WineKitchen (Hungarian cuisine with wine pairings) or Onyx Restaurant (modern Hungarian fusion)
  • Things to know: Some museums may have specific opening hours or days closed, so check their websites before planning your visit.

Day 5: Day trip to Szentendre

  • Transportation: Take a train from Budapest-Kelenföld station (approximately 40 minutes).
  • Activities:
    • Explore the charming village of Szentendre, known for its art galleries and open-air museum.
    • Visit the Margit Kovács Memorial Museum or the Open-Air Skanzen Museum.
  • Lunch: Pesti Disznó (Hungarian cuisine with a modern twist) or Fischerház (traditional Hungarian dishes)
  • Afternoon: Return to Budapest and relax by the Danube River.
  • Dinner: Tanti (Italian cuisine) or Zeller Bistro (modern European cuisine)
  • Things to know: Szentendre is a popular day trip, so consider visiting on weekdays or early in the morning to avoid crowds.

Day 6: Departure

  • Transportation: Take a taxi, bus, or Metro M3 to Liszt Ferenc International Airport for your departure.

Tips:

  • Budapest is a walkable city, but you can also use the efficient public transportation system.
  • Hungarian Forint (HUF) is the official currency. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in tourist areas.
  • Hungarian language might be challenging for some, but most people working in the tourism industry speak English.
  • Budapest’s nightlife is vibrant, with many bars and clubs open until late.