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This itinerary covers 14 days in Budapest, which is a great amount of time to explore the main highlights. Depending on your pace and interests, you could extend or shorten the trip.

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14-Day Budapest Itinerary

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14-Day Budapest Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Pest

Walk from your accommodation in Belváros-Lipótváros to Deák Ferenc Tér

City Center Stroll
Day 2: Castle Hill and Danube River

Take Bus 16 from Deák Ferenc Tér to Dísz tér

Medieval & River Views
Day 3: Jewish Quarter

Walk from your accommodation to Dohány Street Synagogue

History & Culture
Day 4: Museums and Parks

Take tram 47/49 from Nyugati Railway Station to Széchenyi Fürdő

Art & Nature
Day 5: Margaret Island

Walk from Széchenyi Furdo to Vigado tér and take bus 26 to Margaret Island

Relaxation & Scenery
Day 6: Gellért Hill

Take tram 19 from Kálvin tér to Gellért Hill

Panoramic Views
Day 7: Hungarian Parliament

Take tram 2 from Batthyány tér to Kossuth Lajos tér

Landmark & History
Day 8: Matthias Church and Fisherman's Bastion

Take bus 16 from Deák Ferenc Tér to Dísz tér

Architecture & Views
Day 9: Buda Castle

Walk from Matthias Church to Buda Castle

History & Landmark
Day 10: Central Market Hall

Take tram 2 from Kossuth Lajos tér to Fővám tér

Fresh Food & Souvenirs
Day 11: Heroes' Square and Vajdahunyad Castle

Take Metro M1 from Deák Ferenc Tér to Hősök tere

Monuments & Fairytale Atmosphere
Day 12: Thermal Baths

Walk from your accommodation to Rudas Baths

Relaxation & Wellness
Day 13: Opera House

Take tram 4/6 from Király utca to Opera

Architecture & Music
Day 14: Ruin Bars

Take Metro M2 from Deák Ferenc tér to Blaha Lujza tér

Nightlife & Bohemian Vibes

Time and Costs Estimates

Castle Hill Funicular (10 min, 2€)
Thermal Baths Admission (3 hours, 15€)
Cafe Gerbeaud (1 hour, 10€)
River Danube Cruise (1.5 hours, 10€)
Great Synagogue Ticket (2 hours, 10€)
Opera House Tour (2 hours, 15€)
Total Estimated Costs: 90€ per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting more museums, taking a food tour or exploring other thermal baths. If you have less time, consider combining some days or skipping certain activities based on your interests.

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