One Day in Budapest: A Perfect Itinerary for First-Time Visitors

Day 1: Exploring Budapest

Budapest, Hungary

8:00AM

Breakfast at New York Café

Begin your day with a delightful breakfast at the stunning New York Café, often referred to as the 'Most Beautiful Café in the World', where you can relish a traditional Hungarian pastry and strong coffee.
From your accommodation, take a short walk or a tram to the café, located in the heart of the city.
HUF5000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Buda Castle

Explore the magnificent Buda Castle, a historic palace complex that offers breathtaking views of the city, and immerse yourself in Hungary’s royal history.
Take tram number 2 from the café to the Buda Castle area, enjoying scenic views along the route.
HUF2000, 2 hours

11:30AM

Stroll through Fisherman's Bastion

After the castle, walk over to Fisherman's Bastion, renowned for its fairy-tale-like architecture and stunning panoramic views of the Danube River and Pest.
It’s a short 10-minute walk from Buda Castle to Fisherman’s Bastion.
HUF1000, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at Pest-Buda Bistro

Savor a hearty traditional Hungarian lunch at Pest-Buda Bistro, where you can try authentic dishes like goulash and chimney cake.
Walk back towards the Buda side and take tram number 19 to reach Pest-Buda Bistro conveniently.
HUF4500, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Explore St. Stephen's Basilica

Head to St. Stephen's Basilica, one of Budapest’s most iconic landmarks, and take a moment to admire its beautiful architecture and intricate interiors.
Take tram number 47 from the bistro to Deák Ferenc tér, then walk a short distance to the Basilica.
HUF1500, 1 hour

3:30PM

Walk down Andrássy Avenue

Enjoy a leisure stroll down Andrássy Avenue, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lined with beautiful neo-renaissance buildings and quaint shops.
Start your walk from St. Stephen's Basilica, going directly down Andrássy Avenue.
Free, 1 hour

4:30PM

Visit Heroes' Square

Arrive at Heroes' Square, where you can immerse yourself in Hungary’s national history and enjoy the stunning monuments surrounding the square.
Continue along Andrássy Avenue until you reach the square; the walk takes approximately 10 minutes.
Free, 1 hour

5:30PM

Relax at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath

Unwind at Széchenyi Thermal Bath, one of the largest and most famous thermal baths in Europe, boasting beautiful architecture and various outdoor and indoor thermal pools.
From Heroes' Square, it’s a short 5-minute walk to the thermal bath entrance.
HUF6000, 2 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Gundel Restaurant

Conclude your day with a delightful dinner at Gundel Restaurant, where you can indulge in exquisite Hungarian cuisine such as the extravagant Gundel pancakes.
A 15-minute walk from Széchenyi Thermal Bath takes you to this iconic restaurant.
HUF12000, 1.5 hours

9:00PM

Evening Walk along the Danube

After dinner, enjoy a peaceful evening walk along the Danube River, marveling at the illuminated Parliament Building and the Chain Bridge.
You can walk for about 25 minutes towards the river from Gundel, savoring the night views.
Free, 1 hour
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