Vajdahunyad Castle, Budapest

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 ...

Fairytale-like castle located within City Park.

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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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These Are the Most Exciting Experiences in Budapest Right Now