Start your trip with a visit to the iconic Buda Castle, a grand palace complex with sweeping views of the Danube River. Admire the Gothic Revival architecture, explore the exhibitions at the Budapest History Museum, and learn about Hungary's fascinating history.
No trip to Budapest is complete without a visit to one of its many thermal baths. Take a dip in the warm waters of Széchenyi Thermal Bath, the largest medicinal bath in Europe, with 18 indoor and outdoor pools, saunas, and massage services.
Public transportation is an easy way to get around Budapest, including buses, trams and metro lines. A one-way ticket costs £1.20 and a 24-hour pass costs £5. Taxis and ride-sharing services are also available, but can be more expensive.
If you have an extra day, visit the Hungarian Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion or St. Stephen's Basilica. If you have less time, skip the History Museum in Buda Castle and spend more time wandering the charming streets of Budapest's Jewish Quarter.
Budapest has one major airport called Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), located 16 km southeast of the city center. You can reach the city center by taxi, bus or the metro. A one-way taxi fare will cost around £20 and the journey takes around 30-40 minutes depending on traffic.