
Heady times in Europe’s heartland
Hungary holidays can be intoxicating. Steam fills gorgeous bathhouses, cities burst with architectural gems, feet stamp to folk festivals and wine and brandy spill from tables bursting with food. The nation is the bridge between Central and Eastern Europe, where the Alps become foothills and vast plains stretch east, the great Danube meandering through it all. Budapest is Hungary’s magical capital, and one of Europe’s most fascinating cities.
Its dramatic history, from Roman legions and Magyar horsemen through the Ottomans and the Habsburgs, can be traced through ancient fortresses, baroque churches and shimmering art nouveau hotels. History feels thrillingly alive here – the former Royal Palace houses a museum and gallery, Turkish baths offer the chance to soak in the past, and ‘ruin pubs’ have re-purposed old buildings as beer halls, offering quirky decor, sunny terraces and club nights. Several appealing destinations are within day-trip distance of Budapest.
Szentendre displays a Serbian influence and sits on a dramatic bend in the Danube where it features intriguing museums and atmospheric side streets. The town of Eger’s beautiful centre boasts a castle and minarets, with good vineyards and hiking in the hills around. Holidays to Hungary can go further afield, too. Lake Balaton is a great outdoor destination – you can visit beaches, forests and resorts that mix elegance with some wild bars and clubs. The second city, Debrecen, is a good base for exploring the Great Plains and watching cowboy shows – acrobatic displays of horsemanship that, like so much in Hungary, will make your head spin.
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Budapest Széchenyi Thermal Bath entrance ticket
410 reviewsBook your ticket to Budapest's top wellness landmark, the Széchenyi Thermal Bath. Kick back for a full day of relaxation in the pools and saunas here.
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Budapest Danube river cruise
29 reviewsDiscover why Budapest is called the Pearl of the Danube on a 2-hour cruise and admire the city's highlights including the House of Parliament, Chain Bridge and Buda Castle from the water.
Free cancellation
Budapest City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour
19 reviewsDiscover Budapest on a hop-on hop-off bus tour and admire the best attractions this city has to offer.
Free cancellation
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