Budapest Luxury Itinerary for 4 Days

  • Day 1: Explore the Historical Side of Budapest
    Starting from Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest

    Start your luxurious Budapest vacation at the Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest, centrally located in the heart of the city. Walk to one of the most beautiful neo-baroque buildings, the Hungarian State Opera House, and enjoy its magnificent architecture. Afterwards, visit the Hungarian Parliament Building, another stunning piece of architecture along the Danube River. Then, take a stroll along the iconic Chain Bridge for breathtaking views of the Danube River and Buda Castle. End your day with a bath at the Gellért Thermal Spa, where you can relax and rejuvenate in the warm waters.

  • Day 2: A Day of Art and Culture
    Starting from Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest

    Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest, a luxurious Art Nouveau building. Then, visit the Hungarian National Museum to discover the rich history of Hungary. After that, head to the Museum of Fine Arts to admire their collection of art from old masters to contemporary pieces. In the afternoon, visit the Shoes on the Danube Bank to pay respects to the victims of the Holocaust. End the day with a dinner cruise on the Danube River and marvel at the stunning city views.

  • Day 3: Experience Budapest's Fauna and Flora
    Starting from Aria Hotel Budapest by Library Hotel Collection

    Start your day with a visit to the Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden, where you can see over 1,000 animal species and over 20,000 plant species. This beautiful garden also has stunning Art Nouveau buildings and greenhouses. After the zoo, head to the Fisherman's Bastion for panoramic views of the city from the Buda Castle Hill. Then, visit the Hungarian National Gallery to admire the collection of Hungarian art from medieval times to the present. End the day at the New York Palace Budapest for an elegant dinner and an evening of live music.

  • Day 4: Food and Wine Tour
    Starting from Boscolo Budapest, Autograph Collection

    Start your day with a food tour in the Great Market Hall, one of the city's most popular landmarks. Sample local specialities such as Hungarian sausages, cheese, and lángos. After the market, explore the Jewish Quarter, known for its vibrant nightlife and street art. Visit the famous Ruin Bars which are built in abandoned buildings and decorated with recycled items. Then, head to the Castle District for a wine tasting session in one of the charming wineries. In the evening, head to the Mazel Tov for a delicious Middle Eastern dinner and cocktails.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest to Hungarian State Opera House (5 minutes, free)
  • Hungarian State Opera House to Hungarian Parliament Building (20 minutes, 3,300 HUF)
  • Hungarian Parliament Building to Chain Bridge (10 minutes, free)
  • Chain Bridge to Gellért Thermal Spa (20 minutes, 8,900 HUF)
  • Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest to Hungarian National Museum (15 minutes, 2,400 HUF)
  • Hungarian National Museum to Museum of Fine Arts (30 minutes, 1,800 HUF)
  • Museum of Fine Arts to Shoes on the Danube Bank (15 minutes, free)
  • Danube River Dinner Cruise (3 hours, 23,500 HUF per person)
  • Aria Hotel Budapest by Library Hotel Collection to Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden (25 minutes, 2,000 HUF)
  • Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden to Fisherman's Bastion (15 minutes, free)
  • Fisherman's Bastion to Hungarian National Gallery (10 minutes, 2,400 HUF)
  • Hungarian National Gallery to New York Palace Budapest (25 minutes, 10,000 HUF)
  • Boscolo Budapest, Autograph Collection to Great Market Hall (20 minutes, free)
  • Great Market Hall Food Tour (2 hours, 7,500 HUF per person)
  • Jewish Quarter Ruin Bars Tour (3 hours, 10,000 HUF per person)
  • Castle District Wine Tasting (2 hours, 6,000 HUF per person)
  • Mazel Tov Dinner and Cocktails (2 hours, 15,000 HUF per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 94,700 HUF per person (~ $320 USD)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Buda Castle, the Hungarian National Opera House, or Margaret Island. For a relaxing afternoon, take a stroll along one of the many parks or gardens such as City Park or the Elizabeth Lookout. If you have less time, skip the food tour or wine tasting and focus on the historical and cultural landmarks such as the Hungarian Parliament Building and the Hungarian National Gallery.

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