5-Day Budapest Itinerary with Halal Dining and Cafés

Day 1: Evening Arrival

Budapest, Hungary on June 4, 2025

9:40pm

Arrival at Budapest Airport

Arrive in Budapest, pass customs, and transfer to 7Seasons Apartments in the city center.
Included, 1h

10:45pm

Check-in and settle in

Check into your accommodation and relax after the journey.
Included, 30m

11:15pm

Light snack at Kifőzde Street Food

Grab some halal-friendly street food or snacks that may be available near central Budapest, open until late.
EUR5-8, 45m
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Day 2: Historic Budapest

Budapest, Hungary on June 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Szamos Gourmet Ház

Enjoy a variety of pastries and breakfast items with halal options in this well-regarded café, open from 8:00am.
EUR6-10, 1h

9:30am

Buda Castle & Castle Hill

Explore historic Buda Castle and Castle Hill’s museums and grounds, open 9am–6pm.
Free grounds; museums EUR10, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Zahir Restaurant

Dine at Zahir, a highly recommended halal Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurant in Budapest serving flavorful dishes.
EUR15-22, 1h

2:30pm

Matthias Church & Fisherman's Bastion

Visit the beautiful Matthias Church (entry fee applies) and enjoy panoramic views from Fisherman’s Bastion, open until 7pm.
EUR5, 1.5h

4:30pm

Hospital in the Rock Museum

Tour the fascinating underground hospital and nuclear bunker, open 10am–6pm.
EUR8, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bazar Budapest

Savor halal-friendly Hungarian and international dishes in a stylish restaurant open until 11pm.
EUR20-30, 1.5h
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Day 3: Szentendre Day Trip

Szentendre, Hungary on June 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Csiga

Enjoy coffee and pastries at Café Csiga, which offers some halal and vegetarian options and opens at 7:30am.
EUR5-8, 0.5h

9:00am

Train to Szentendre

Take the 40-minute HÉV train from Batthyány tér to the charming town of Szentendre.
EUR3 round-trip, 0.75h

10:00am

Explore Szentendre

Wander through art galleries, baroque streets, and enjoy the town’s relaxed atmosphere.
Free; galleries EUR5-10, 3h

1:00pm

Halal Lunch at Beirut Bistro

Taste authentic Lebanese halal cuisine at Beirut Bistro, famous for kebabs and mezzes.
EUR15-20, 1.5h

3:00pm

Open-Air Ethnographic Museum Visit

Experience traditional Hungarian village life at this open-air museum, open until 6pm.
EUR6, 1.5h

5:00pm

Return to Budapest

Take the train back for an evening at leisure.
0.75h

7:00pm

Dinner at Mazel Tov

Enjoy vibrant ambiance and halal Middle Eastern cuisine at Mazel Tov, popular for dinner (open till midnight).
EUR18-25, 1.5h
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Day 4: Danube Bend Tour

Budapest & Danube Bend on June 7, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Csiga

Fuel up with halal-friendly breakfast options before the full-day tour.
EUR6-10, 0.5h

8:00am

Danube Bend Guided Tour

Visit Esztergom Basilica, Visegrád Castle, and the scenic areas including Szentendre with a halal-friendly lunch break arranged.
EUR55-75, 10h

7:00pm

Dinner at Ayat Halal Kitchen

Dinner at Ayat, offering authentic halal Middle Eastern cuisine near city center, open until 10pm.
EUR18-25, 1.5h
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Day 5: Leisure & Departure

Budapest, Hungary on June 8, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Frei

Begin the day at Café Frei, offering a variety of halal-friendly pastries and quality coffee.
EUR10-15, 1h

10:00am

Central Market Hall

Explore the large indoor market and pick up some souvenirs; many stalls with local food, including halal products.
Free entry, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Hyderabad Indian Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious halal Indian meal conveniently located near the market, popular for lunch.
EUR12-18, 1h

3:00pm

Pack and relax at Apartments

Prepare for departure and rest before transfer to the airport.
Included, 2h

6:00pm

Transfer to Airport

Head to Budapest Airport for your flight back to Dubai.
1h
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