Hungarian Parliament Building, Széchenyi thermal bath, Buda Castle. Things to do, costs, the best time to visit and nearby day trips, with approximate prices and open data sources.
The Hungarian Parliament Building, also known as the Parliament of Budapest after its location, is the seat of the National Assembly of Hungary, a notable landmark of Hungary, and a popular tourist destination in Budapest. It is…
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The Széchenyi Medicinal Bath in Budapest is the largest medicinal bath in Europe. Its water is supplied by two thermal springs, one at 74 °C and the other at 77 °C.
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Buda Castle, formerly also called the Royal Palace and the Royal Castle, is the historical castle and palace complex of the Hungarian kings in Budapest. First completed in…
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The Halászbástya or Fisherman's Bastion is one of the best known historical monuments in Budapest, located near the Buda Castle, in the Várkerület. Since 1987, it has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the…
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The Széchenyi Chain Bridge is a chain bridge that spans the River Danube between Buda and Pest, the western and eastern sides of Budapest, the capital of Hungary. Designed by English engineer William Tierney Clark and built by Scottish…
Wikipedia ↗Approximate prices per person, in euros. We estimate them from World Bank price levels and our own research; use them for planning and always double-check before booking.
| Hostel bed | €28 |
|---|---|
| Private room, shared bathroom | €45 |
| Private room with bathroom | €60 |
| Standard hotel | €93 |
| Budget | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Food | €18 | €37 |
| Local transport | €4 | €7 |
| Total per day | €82 | €137 |
| Main sights (estimate) | €18 |
|---|---|
| Optional tours and excursions (estimate) | €34 |
💶 3 days in Budapest: ≈ €298 on a budget or ≈ €463 at a standard level, entrance fees included and flights excluded. Work out your whole trip →
🚇 Public transport and walking. Estimate based on the country's price level (World Bank).
The most pleasant months are July, August, September. Monthly averages 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).
On a budget, about €82 per person per day (private room with bathroom, food and local transport); at a standard level, about €137. For 3 days, including the main entrance fees, budget ≈ €298 to €463, not counting flights.
Based on average weather over the last 10 years, the most pleasant months are July, August, September.
We recommend 3 days to see the essentials without rushing.
The must-sees: Hungarian Parliament Building; Széchenyi thermal bath; Buda Castle; Fisherman's Bastion; Széchenyi Chain Bridge.
Compare on Booking, Hostelworld or Airbnb: look for well-connected neighbourhoods outside the centre. A private room with bathroom costs around €60 per night and a hostel bed €28.
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