Budapest is one of Europe’s leading budgetary destinations. The appropriate seasons to visit are spring or winter (when it’s frosty). But any time you choose, I’m assured you‘ll have a good time.
You will visit the Basilica of St. Stephen (don’t forget observing the mummified hand), the Heroes’ square and the Margaret Island (better to explore it in spring when everything is blooming), but I can’t wait to talk to you about my favorite spots in the city.
1. Fishermen’s Bastion and Church of St. Matthias
Visiting the Old Town, you will stop at the fishermen’s bastion. From there, you can enjoy the most outstanding view of Peste and be photographed in front of the conical towers that point to the scenes where the tribes of the first Magyars lived.
Tip: If you want to take charming pictures, I advise you to go first thing in the morning, so you don’t confront too many people.
Right next to it, stands the neo-Gothic church of St. Matthias (Kaat. 1874-96). Unfortunately, much of its details was lost when in 1541 the Turks turned it into a mosque. During the liberation of the Buddha was destroyed. It was rebuilt, of course, but it ruined again. Ultimately, it restored by Friggies Sulek. In the crypt, you will find the Museum of ecclesiastical art.
In my opinion, the church is the greatest, mainly for the colorful enameled tiles on the roof make it stand out. As for the inside, it’s dazzling! I visited the church on Christmas days, and the decorations were beautiful. It’s worth seeing the excellent stained glass windows, the depiction of the ascension of the Virgin Mary (the most magnificent example of Gothic relief in Hungary), the Baroque Virgin statue and the tombs of King Bella Gai of Anna of Chatillon.
2. Church of the cave
It’s not an ordinary church and will certainly interest you! I assure you that! It was founded in 1926 and belonged to the order of the monks of Paul. The communist regime forced the monks to abandon the church, which reopened in 1989 when the Pope blessed the beautiful altar (designed by Gioso Sikot). Don’t forget seeing a copy of the Black Virgin Mary and the decorative woodwork of B. Ferenc.
3. Spas
There is no way travel to Budapest and not immerse yourself in the heated waters of its baths. The choices are too many and different. Some of them have outdoor pools and other indoor pools. I, because I‘ve already been to an outdoor heated pool in Greece, I thought to try an indoor swimming pool at the Gellert Hotel. Incredible space, in art nouveau layout and two swimming pools. It’s like you’re in a spa or something.
Tip: The outdoor pool has a wave-making mechanism!
You can also visit the Szechenyi public baths, which are the most beautiful and the most famous in Budapest.
4. Tour on the Danube by private boat
When the sun goes down, and all the inflorescences light up, get on one of the boats on the docks and enjoy the magnificent view. The Parliament, the Bridges of Chains and Liberty (my beloved) and the quarter of the tower which seems different, imposing and romantic.
5. Gresham Palace
If you can stay at Four Seasons Hotel which housed within the Old Palace, stay!!! I, who am not yet famous and a wealthy blogger, just visited it and it was stunning. The Christmas decorations were beautiful and the Art nouveau architecture of the building, excellent. One of Budapest’s most gorgeous buildings.
6. Vajdahunyad Castle
The most romantic part of Budapest is located next to Lake Varosliget. A castle with various architectural styles. If you visit it in winter, (like me) in the location of the lake, you will find an ice rink. Near the castle, you will discover many kiosks that sell traditional food and souvenirs
Tip: If you cross the bridge the is a little paradise of kiosks with sweets which you can enjoy while walking in Castle-Park!
7. Shoe Memorial
A monument dedicated to the 550,000 Hungarian Jews who died in 1944-1945. You can’t help but be touched when you think about the history of all these people. Near the Chain Bridge, thousands of them were shot near the Danube Bank by their compatriots, Nazi collaborators. Before they were executed, they were forced to take off the most valuable thing they had on them: their shoes.
Forty shoes from bronze are located parallel to the Danube Bank… Women‘s, men‘s, and children‘s. Many people say that it’s the ultimate steps of a chronograph that led them to their demise…
Passers-by leave flowers and stand a little. Some of them take pictures; others pray. I wished I could go back in the time and change it… I don’t know how…somehow…
Ultimately, I would like to give you a tip: Walk! Explore the neighborhoods of the city, explore the alleyways, gaze at the Danube from the bridges, and enjoy the superb sweets they make in every corner of the town!




















































