Buda has the most famous sights, while Pest, across the Danube, is the place to eat, drink and party.
With a glorious natural setting on the Danube, stunning architecture and excellent cuisine, this is one of Europe’s most satisfying cities.
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| Hotel | FORTUNA BOAT | BOULEVARD CITY | FIESTA |
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LONDON |
£106 | £118 | £136 |
| MANCHESTER | £156 | £168 | £186 |
| EDINBURGH | £175 | £187 | £205 |
| BELFAST | £187 | £199 | £217 |
Ferihegy Airport (20km) is served by a shuttle bus to downtown Pest; tickets are purchased onboard. The more expensive Airport Minibus will take you direct to your destination. The city boasts seven train stations, three of which are on the metro and useful for tourists: Nyugati, Keleti (a bit of a hang-out for thieves) and Déli.
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Top ten tips |
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| 1. Walk the best bits of Budapest from £14 |
| 2. Intersperse your alcohol with your anecdotes on the Absolute pub crawl from £15 |
| 3. Take the plunge in a Turkish bath |
| 4. Make for the lidos at Margit Island |
| 5. Visit the ruined castle at Visegrád |
| 6. Feast on rich and meaty Hungarian cuisine |
| 7.Sample the Táncház scene – wild stamping dances performed to Translyvanian rhythms |
| 8. Head to a park for a game of alfresco chess |
| 9. Check out the Hungarian Grand Prix (August) |
| 10. Visit the ruined castle at Visegrád |
| Snooze | |
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| Fortuna Boat | Small and friendly downtown hostel with a great bar, that’s ideal for meeting other travellers. |
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Boulevard City |
For B&B style accommodation in the heart of historic Budapest, the Boulevard City Pension is a great choice. Close to Petofi Bridge and a short walk from the sights. |
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Fiesta |
The Fiesta offers a stay in a historic building without a compromise on facilities. A short walk from the shops and sights in the heart of Budapest, the Fiesta occupies a nineteenth-century building replete with charm and elegance. |