Heroes' Square, Budapest

Lonely PlanetSep 28

The Perfect 3-Day Weekend in Budapest, Hungary

Wander stunningly romantic streets, eat in achingly beautiful cafes and relax in a thermal bath. This is how you spend the ultimate weekend in Budapest.

iconic monument paying homage to Hungarian history figures

25 things in this story

Hungarian State Opera HouseTheatrelocated on Andrássy Avenue
Buda CastleAttractiongrand castle, razed and rebuilt numerous times
Széchenyi Chain BridgeSightfirst permanent crossing on the Danube, built in 1849
City ParkSighthome to a lake and Vajdahunyad Castle
Heroes' SquareSighticonic monument paying homage to Hungarian history figures
Vajdahunyad CastleAttractionstone castle in City Park
Széchenyi BathsSightworld-famous baths with healing thermal waters
BasilicaPlace of worshipEgyszer az a kérdés merült fel a tanítványok között, hogy ki a legnagyobb közülük.
360 BarBarpopular rooftop bar for those looking to party
High NoteBartop rooftop bar for an intimate evening
Gellért HillSightclimb for views of the Liberty Monument
Liberty MonumentSightoffers magnificent views of Budapest
Four Seasons Gresham PalaceHotelimpressive facade on the Pest end of Chain Bridge
Castle DistrictNeighborhoodcobble-stoned streets lead to Buda Castle
Hungarian National GalleryGalleryshowcases Hungarian artistry from Renaissance to 20th century
Fishermen's BastionSightfairy-tale bastion with a dazzling view over Pest
RuszwurmRestaurantlongest-running confectionery in Hungary
Hospital in The Rock Nuclear Bunker MuseumMuseumonce-functioning hospital beneath the Buda Castle
St Stephen's BasilicaPlace of worshiphome to the embalmed right hand of Saint Stephen
Andrássy AvenueNeighborhoodshowpiece avenue, Budapest's version of Champs-Élysées
Gelarto RosaIce cream shopmakes ice cream to resemble a rose
Retró BüféFast foodsmall stall selling lángos
House of Terror MuseumMuseumformer secret police headquarters where victims were tortured
Millennium UndergroundPlaceoldest metro in continental Europe
Royal PalaceSight

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National GeographicAug 13

These Are the Most Exciting Experiences in Budapest Right Now

As summer draws to a close in the Hungarian capital, the trees on Castle Hill start glowing with amber leaves, locals promenade along the Danube, enjoying the still-warm days, and events celebrate the ...

The city's biggest square, displaying statues of Hungary's greats.

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Budapest Wine FestivalFestivalTakes place at Buda Castle from 9 to 12 September.
Mihály Kolodko miniaturesSightBronze figurines scattered around the city, some are recreations.
MarlouRestaurantWine bar with exposed brick walls behind the State Opera House.
LukácsSightThermal bathhouse known for healing waters and guest gratitude plaques.
Kádár ÉtkezdeRestaurantReopened restaurant serving traditional Jewish stews since 1957.
Vörös NeonNightclubCabaret bar on Dob utca with live concerts and drag shows.
Bartók Béla útNeighborhoodLeafy avenue in South Buda, now a creative corner.
KeletMuseumLibrary-cafe on Bartók Béla út for coffee.
Nor/ma bakeryBakeryBakery on Bartók Béla út selling kakaós csiga.
DanubeSightIt flows through Central and Southeastern Europe, from the Black Forest of Germany south through the Danube Delta in…
City ParkSightUrban park with Heroes' Square, Vajdahunyad Castle, and museums.
Heroes' SquareSightThe city's biggest square, displaying statues of Hungary's greats.
Vajdahunyad CastleAttractionFairytale-like castle located within City Park.

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