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Holidays to Budapest

Hungary’s thriving capital – Budapest, is an increasingly popular tourist destination for many travellers across the globe. There’s something for everyone here, thanks to a host of fascinating sights and rooftop bars; allowing you to admire the idyllic scenery, and not forgetting what this city is famously known for – the Budapest baths, found dotted around in large quantities.

If you’re looking for a city break that has a little slice of everything, from adrenaline-pumping activities to relaxing and tranquil spa facilities after a day of active sightseeing, Budapest should certainly be on your holiday agenda.

Explore Budapest’s Old Town by hopping on a funicular, running up Castle Hill and taking you on a prime sightseeing adventure. Budapest is also home to a host of caves, which run under the city thanks to the clever thermal river systems, where travellers looking to explore can go adventure caving. Or, if you’re simply looking to kick back and relax, bathe in one of the amazing underground pools here.

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The City of Spas

You may not know a lot about Budapest before heading over there, but one thing we’re sure you’re familiar with is the number of famed thermal baths this city has to offer. Each Budapest bath offers charming character, from the architecture of the buildings they’re located in, to the range of facilities available. Choose from cold plunge pools, fish pedicures, massages, even chess games and not forgetting the popular Sparties (spa parties) held in an evening.

A hub of culture

Budapest holidays offer travellers the chance to embark on one of the most sought after city break destinations, where they can truly dive into rich culture. There’s a host of cultural sights and experiences to discover here, from spectacular opera showings at the Neo-Renaissance Hungarian State Opera House, to the intriguing history at the famous House of Terror. You’ll certainly leave feeling educated and cultured.

Magnificent Margaret Island

Margaret Island – a 2.5km-long island located in the middle of the idyllic Daube is a tourist hotspot and a key reason to visit Budapest for your next city break adventure. It’s best known for the ‘music fountain’ – standing centre stage here, where the water ‘dances’ along to serene classical music songs. Sit back and listen to the music (and watch the water) flow, or jog along the 5.5 km running track which surrounds the island.

Activities

Activities in Budapest are fantastically varied. Sail past the spectacular Buda Castle on a boat tour, both by day and night and explore Budapest’s history by embarking on an Abandoned Jewish cemetery tour. Or, hop on the Budapest Eye to see this thriving city from an entirely new perspective. If you’re seeking wine tasting tours, this destination is the spot for you – with a host of different tours on offer.

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Beaches

Since Budapest is a city, it’s expected that beaches don’t exist here, but that’s where you’re wrong; Budapest is home to a good couple of beautiful beaches. Lounge in the sun, use a flyboard or go on a scuba diving adventure at Lupa Beach. Római Beach in North Buda is another popular spot; this riverside beach is perfect for the whole family. So, grab your sun lotion and towel and enjoy a beach trip during your thrilling city break.

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Food and Drink

Budapest cuisine is not only delicious but affordable, too. Enjoy tasty and authentic Goulash – a rich stew made up of meat and vegetables, available anywhere and everywhere. Or, tuck into flavoursome dumplings at the famed restaurant – Fáma Étterem. Afterwards, wind down on an evening at one of Budapest’s famous ruin bars, where you can enjoy a glass of red in an abandoned factory in the Jewish Quarter, and take in the true culture of this chic city.

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Sights

Sightseeing in Budapest is truly spectacular, not only because of the sunny skies making everything that more pleasant but thanks to this city’s remembrance of its extensive history. Culture and history buffs are sure to fill their schedules on Budapest holidays, thanks to sculptures like The Shoes on the Danube Bank, and the architectural wonders of the local cathedrals and the parliament building.

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