5-Day Budapest Itinerary: Evening Arrival with Historic and Scenic Day Trips

Day 1: Evening Arrival

Budapest, Hungary on June 4, 2025

9:40pm

Arrival at Budapest Airport

Landed in Budapest, proceed through customs and collect luggage. Transportation arranged to 7Seasons Apartments in central Budapest.
Included in flight and accommodation, 1h

10:45pm

Check-in and settle at 7Seasons Apartments

Get comfortable after a long day of travel; accommodations are central and convenient.
Included, 30m

11:15pm

Light Snack Close to Accommodation

If still hungry, head to a nearby convenience or late-night café such as Espresso Embassy, which closes at midnight, for a light snack or coffee.
EUR5-8, 45m
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Day 2: Historic Budapest

Budapest, Hungary on June 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cirkusz Café

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with coffee and fresh pastries to start your day.
EUR5-8, 1h

9:30am

Buda Castle & Castle Hill

Tour the historic castle grounds, museums, and the beautiful parks of Castle Hill (open 9:00am–6:00pm).
Free entry to grounds; museums EUR10, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Pest-Buda Bistro

Enjoy traditional Hungarian comfort food in a cozy setting near the castle.
EUR12-18, 1h

2:30pm

Matthias Church & Fisherman's Bastion

Explore the stunning Matthias Church interior and enjoy panoramic views from Fisherman’s Bastion (open 9:00am–7:00pm).
EUR5, 1.5h

4:30pm

Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum

Discover Cold War history and unique underground hospital facilities (open 10:00am–6:00pm).
EUR8, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Kiosk Budapest

Delight in contemporary Hungarian cuisine with a scenic riverside view (open until 11:00pm).
EUR20-30, 1.5h
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Day 3: Szentendre Day Trip

Szentendre, Hungary on June 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at 7Seasons Apartments

Enjoy a light in-apartment breakfast before heading out.
Included, 0.5h

9:00am

Travel by HÉV to Szentendre

Take the scenic 40-minute train from Batthyány tér to Szentendre, a historic artists' town.
EUR3 round-trip, 0.75h

10:00am

Explore Szentendre

Wander through baroque streets, visit galleries, and soak up the art village atmosphere.
Free exploration, galleries EUR5-10, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Baricska Wine & Eatery

Savor regional Hungarian wines and light dishes in a casual setting.
EUR15-20, 1.5h

3:00pm

Open-Air Ethnographic Museum

Explore traditional Hungarian village life with crafts and historic buildings (open 9:00am–6:00pm).
EUR6, 1.5h

5:00pm

Return to Budapest

Take the HÉV back to Budapest and relax before dinner.
0.75h

7:00pm

Dinner at Paprika

Taste hearty Hungarian traditional dishes served in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
EUR15-20, 1.5h
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Day 4: Danube Bend Tour

Budapest & Danube Bend, Hungary on June 7, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at 7Seasons Apartments

Enjoy an early breakfast before your full-day Danube Bend tour.
Included, 0.5h

8:00am

Guided Danube Bend Day Trip

Visit Esztergom Basilica, Visegrád Castle, and return passing through Szentendre with scenic river views (tour usually 8am–6pm).
EUR50-70 including transport and entry fees, 10h

7:00pm

Dinner at Menza Restaurant

Unwind with stylish modern Hungarian cuisine in lively Liszt Ferenc Square (open until 11:00pm).
EUR18-25, 1.5h
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Day 5: Leisure & Departure

Budapest, Hungary on June 8, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Gerbeaud

Enjoy exquisite Hungarian pastries and coffee at one of Budapest’s most famous historic cafés.
EUR10-15, 1h

10:00am

Central Market Hall Visit

Browse fresh produce, souvenirs, and Hungarian specialties at this iconic indoor market (open 6:00am–6:00pm).
Free entry, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Fakanál Restaurant

Enjoy traditional Hungarian dishes inside the market hall with a great local atmosphere.
EUR12-18, 1h

3:00pm

Return and pack at 7Seasons Apartments

Prepare your belongings for departure later today.
Included, 2h

6:00pm

Transfer to Budapest Airport

Leave for the airport to board your flight back to DXB, concluding your Budapest visit.
1h
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