14-day Foodie Itinerary in Budapest

1. Day 1: Enjoy Delicious Local Food
   Arrival Day

   Satisfy your cravings at the Central Market Hall, try the iconic Hungarian dishes like goulash, chimney cake, langos and more.

2. Day 2: Buda Castle District
   30 mins via subway

   Explore the historical Castle District, try the traditional Chimney cake and iconic strudel while enjoying the beautiful view of the Danube River.

3. Day 3: Széchenyi Baths Complex
   30 mins via subway

   Relax and rejuvenate while enjoying the warm spring baths, and immerse yourself in the beautiful neo-baroque architecture.

4. Day 4: Jewish Quarter
   20 mins via bus

   Taste the delicious street foods, inside the popular Kazinczy street, and square take sample different street foods like Hungarian langos, chimney cake, kurtoskalacs, and Hungarian wine.

5. Day 5: Buda Hills
   30 mins via train

   Take in the stunning panoramic views and try Buda's famous Zsivago Pie a traditional pie topped with cream and served with home-made cranberry syrup.

6. Day 6: Pest City Center
   30 mins via subway

   Visit the oldest cafés in Budapest and taste traditional Hungarian coffee while walking along the Andrássy avenue.

7. Day 7: Margaret Island
   30 mins via bus

   Plan a picnic or go to the cozy restaurants on Margaret Island, taste Hungarian langós and enjoy the picturesque scenery.

8. Day 8: Pancakes Day
   20 mins via subway

   Go to The 360 Bar to taste the famous pancakes filled with chicken paprika sauce and sour cream, interspersed with a panoramic view that takes your breath away.

9. Day 9: Wine Tasting
   20 mins via subway

   Visit the Etyek-Buda wine region and experience the best wine tastings in Budapest, accompanied by delicious Hungarian cheeses and charcuteries.

10. Day 10: Historic Cafes Tour
    20 mins via subway

    Visit the historic cafes of Budapest, taste authentic Hungarian cakes like Dobos Torte, Gerbeaud slice or Ruszwurm's cream slices.

11. Day 11: Gastro Pub Crawl
    15 mins via subway

    Explore the city's vibrant nightlife with street food and delicious drinks, visit ruin bars such as Instant or Fogas Ház, and many more.

12. Day 12: Cooking Class
    30 mins via taxi

    Learn to cook the most famous Hungarian cuisine dishes like Goulash, Beigli, and Risotto Bertalan, and others in one of Budapest's many cooking classes.

13. Day 13: Danube River Cruise with Dinner
    On the Danube River

    Take a romantic dinner cruise on the Danube river, enjoy a fresh buffet with Hungarian specialties as you sail the beautiful night river.

14. Day 14: Shop for Souvenirs
    30 mins via subway

    Visit the local souvenir shops where you can buy traditionally made Hungarian goods like Hungarian Folk Art, dolls, paprika, and Túró Rudi.

Time and Cost Estimate

• Central Market Hall (1-2 hours, 10-20 EUR)
• Buda Castle District (2-3 hours, 20-30 EUR)
• Széchenyi Baths Complex (3-4 hours, 20-35 EUR)
• Jewish Quarter (2-3 hours, 15-25 EUR)
• Buda Hills (2-3 hours, 20-30 EUR)
• Pest City Center (2-3 hours, 15-25 EUR)
• Margaret Island (2-3 hours, 10-20 EUR)
• Pancakes Day (1-2 hours, 10-15 EUR)
• Wine Tasting (2-3 hours, 20-30 EUR)
• Historic Cafes Tour (2-3 hours, 10-20 EUR)
• Gastro Pub Crawl (3-4 hours, 20-30 EUR)
• Cooking Class (3-4 hours, 35-50 EUR)
• Danube River Cruise with Dinner (3-4 hours, 30-50 EUR)
• Shop for Souvenirs (1-2 hours, 10-20 EUR)
Total Estimated Costs (30-60 hours, 285-455 EUR)

Useful tips

If you have less time than 14 days: Consider reducing the number of activities and prioritize the ones that align the most with your interests.

If you have more time than 14 days: Consider visiting nearby regions of Hungary known for their delicious food like Szeged and Eger.