Holiday Budapest
For a Holiday Budapest has much to offer. Straddling on both sides of the Danube, Budapest is a bewildering city with a huge variety of syles and architecture, a legacy of its interesting yet turbulent history. Neo Gothic, neo-classical to name but a few, travel to Budapest offers an insight into a "lost empire". It is often referred to as the "Pearl of the Danube" and this title is rightly deserved and there is much to do on a Budapest Holiday.
Budapest as a holiday destination is an exciting place to go and its development into a great commercial center is gatering pace, and a visit to this city can be exhausting. Budapest in addition to being a frantic city also enjoys a plentiful supply of tranquil enclaves, from backstreet bars to modern restaurants.
Though Budapest has an abundance of public gardens, during the summer and on Budapest holidays and often at weekends, they can get quite busy. Margaret Island despite being cut off from the city offers extensive gardens as well as swimming pools, sports grounds and even a zoo. It is also home to one the famous Danibius spas that has been recently renovated and offers all that Budapest has to offer for someone wishing to sit back relax and enjoy a Budapest Holiday.
The beautiful city of Budapest only came into existence in 1873 when the two districts of Buda and Pest were amalgamated. The first settlement was built by the Romans. Buda on the otherhand was an important centre of Renaissance learning in the 16th century, however it fell into subsequent decline during the Turkish reign. A legacy fo the Turks were their thermal baths which are a must on a Budapest Holiday. Budapest underwent a huge transformation during the Hapsburg era and once it had negotiated virtual autonomy in 1867 it began to flourish both commercially and as a place to spend some time on a Budapest Holiday. By the 1900 Budapest has become one of Europes great cities with a thriving cultural lifestyle that can still be seen today if on a holiday in Budapest.
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Holiday Budapest. What to See
BECSI KAPU (Vienna Gate)
The Vienna Gate is where all four street that run the length of Castle Hill Converge and in times past this place was where the "Saturday market" took place. Climb to the top of the gate to enjoy panoramaic views of Budapest. This is a must for your Budapest Holiday.
Holiday Budapest, visit the Castle Labyrinth
BUDAI LABIRINTUS (Castle Labyrinth)
This labyrinth stretches for about 10 km beneath Castle Hill. These amazing caves were joned together by the Turks for their military incursions and today about 1.5km can still be explored on your Budapest Holiday. A waxwork exhibition is located here, although it might not be to everyones taste.
Holiday Budapest, visit the Budapest History Museum
BUDAPESTI TORTENETI MUZEUM (Budapest History Museum)
Occupying a corner of the Buda Castle Palace, this gret exhibition provides a historical record of the Budapest's last 2500 years. As you enter there is a plaster cast model of Castle Hill as it used to be. The museum is divided into two different levels detailing Budapest's long and great history. Again this is a must for your Budapest Holiday.
Holiday Budapest, visit Citadel.
CITADELLA (Budapests Citadel)
This grim yet formidable stronghold on top of Gellert Hill was built after the revolution of 1848. In the past it had several function, a prison camp, temporary acommdoation for the homeless and lately as a tourist destination. It sits on top of the city and is worth the visit as its views are impressive and will add to your Budapest Holiday experience.
Holiday Budapest, visit the Gellert monument.
GELLERT EMLEKMU (Gellert Monument)
Facing the Buda end of the Elizabeth Bridge, this monument was erected in 1904. It is very impressive at night and represents the plight of the Bishop of Csanad who was supposedly nailed up in a barrel and rolled down the hill into the Danube.
Holiday Budapest, visit the Gellert.
|HOTEL GELLERT ES GELLERT GYOGYFURDO
This old world hotel was once one of the most prestigious in Budapest. The hotel is now somewhat delapitated however its baths are a must see for your Budapest Holiday, as they are unique. The baths have been recently renovated and are a must see on your Holiday to Budapest.
Ten things to do so you enjoy your Budapest holiday.
- Learn a few words of Hungarian.
- Eat at some local Hungarian Retaurants.
- Show an interest in Hungarys History.
- Be polite at all time. Just good manners really.
- Drink Hungarian Wine. Hungary produces some excellent wines.
- Spend some time in the Budapest Baths
Best views for your Budapest Holiday
- Varhegy (Castle Hill)
- Arpad Hid for views over the city and the river.
- The lookout tower on Josef-hegy
- The dome of St Istvfan Bazlika. St Stephens Basilica
- The terrace of Spoon restaurant with great views of the Danube.
Best for children on your Budapest Holiday
- Allat-es Novenykert (The Municipal Zoo and Botanical gardens Budapest)
- Fovarosi Nagycirkusz (The Budapest Municipal Circus)
- Gyermek Vasut (Childrens Railway)
- Libego (Budapest Chairlift)
- Magic city shopping center with ice rink, cinemas and more for children.
- Palace of Wonders a gaming and scientific museum.
- Planetarium : Education on space and exploration.
- Puppet theatre Budapest. Andrassay ut 69.
- Biking on Margaret island Budapest.
- Schenyi Baths Budapest are good for kids.
Top Activities for your Budapest Holiday
- A Boat trip along the Danube.
- A Coach city tour to familiarise yourself with Budapest.
- Visit some of Budapest great museums.
- A romantic evening on the Danube. Spoon Restaurant is a suggestion.
- A night at the Budapest Opera
- Walk in the Buda Hills