What To See in Budapest in 3 Days & Travel Tips

One of the main reasons to visit Budapest is to enjoy a day at the Szechenyi Baths, the most popular and famous spa in the city.

Margaret Island is a beautiful green space in the heart of Budapest where visitors can find parks, gardens, thermal baths, and a swimming pool.

Aquincum was an Ancient Roman city that was the capital of Pannonia Inferior and visitors can wander around the ruins to get a glimpse of the Ancient Roman lifestyle.

Szentendre is a picturesque riverside town north of Budapest with beautiful architecture, quaint cafes and countless opportunities for riverside walks or picnics.

The Hungarian Parliament Building is a neo-gothic building and the largest building in the entire country, offering magnificent interiors accessible via guided tours.

The Danube River flows through Budapest, offering splendid views and the opportunity for scenic cruises, especially beautiful at sunset.

The Jewish Quarter is a captivating neighborhood in Budapest, combining rich heritage with an emerging dining scene and vibrant nightlife.

Gellert Hill offers stunning views of the city and is home to Rudas and Gellert thermal baths, a cave church, and the Citadella.

Buda is the historic capital of the kingdom of Hungary and is dominated by the imposing Castle Hill.

Pest is located on the east bank of the Danube River and is known for attractions like the Hungarian Parliament Building.

Óbuda was unified with Buda and Pest in 1873 to form Budapest.

Castle Hill in Buda is home to the Buda Castle complex, the Fisherman’s Bastion, and Matthias Church.

Chain Bridge is the Hungarian capital’s first bridge, connecting Buda to Pest.

Buda Castle is a symbol of the city and one of Budapest’s must-see attractions, housing sites such as the History Museum, the National Gallery and the Presidential Palace.

The National Gallery is located within the Buda Castle complex.

The Fisherman’s Bastion is one of the most famous attractions in Budapest and offers stunning views of the Danube River and the city.

Matthias Church is a Gothic-style masterpiece that dominates Holy Trinity Square, with classical music concerts held in its interior.

The Hospital in the Rock is a nuclear bunker museum that allows visitors to walk the underground tunnels dug in the depths of Castle Hill.

Elisabeth Bridge is a notable bridge connecting Buda and Pest.

Liberty Bridge is a gorgeous bridge connecting Buda and Pest.

The Citadella is Budapest’s hilltop fortress, located on Gellert Hill.

The Great Market Hall of Budapest, also called the Central Market Hall, is the oldest indoor market in Budapest and the best place to grab a late lunch and buy souvenirs, especially paprika.

Shoes on the Danube Bank is a memorial to the Jews that were killed during the Second World War.

The Little Princess Statue is a bronze statue that visitors will come across during a riverside walk.

The Dohany Street Synagogue stands out as being the largest synagogue in Europe.

Szimpla Kert was the first ruin bar to open in Budapest and is a favorite among tourists and locals alike.

A visit to St. Stephen’s Basilica will grant you access to the highest viewpoint in Pest.

The City Park is the largest park in Budapest, home to the Millenium Monument, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Palace of Art, and the Szechenyi Baths complex.

The main entrance to the City Park is at Heroes Square, where you will see the iconic Millenium Monument.

The Museum of Fine Arts is located on Heroes Square in the City Park.

Andrassy Avenue is lined with gorgeous Neo-Renaissance mansions that house high-end shops, restaurants, museums, embassies and theaters.

Visitors can visit the restored Opera House on a guided tour or watch a performance there.

The House of Terror Museum awaits those interested in recent history.

Budapest Airport is just over 20 km from downtown Budapest.

A short uphill walk to Saint John the Baptist's Parish Church in Szentendre will reward you with splendid views of the town’s red-tiled rooftops.

A stop at Gelarto Rosa is a must when in Budapest.