Budapest - Your Essential City Guide
After visiting Budapest 3 times, I put together all of my favorite spots in one guide.
Budapest is one of those cities I keep coming back to, and over time I’ve found a mix of places I genuinely loved, places I’d recommend for first-timers, and a few spots that are iconic but maybe not always worth the hype unless you know what to expect. In this guide, you’ll find over 100 curated spots, including landmarks, cafés, brunch places, restaurants, thermal baths, photo spots, rooftops and a few hidden gems. I also included 1 full itinerary and 6 travel tips to make planning easier.
I wanted this guide to feel like a personal recommendation list I’d send to a friend - honest, curated and full of places that are actually worth your time.
My Honest Budapest Travel Tips (What I’d Do Again & What I’d Skip)
A few things I loved in Budapest, a few touristy spots still worth it, and a couple of things I’d skip next time.
Buda vs Pest: Which Side Should You Stay On?
Trying to decide where to stay in Budapest? Here’s the honest breakdown of Buda vs Pest - and which side I’d recommend.
Best Photo Spots in Budapest
From iconic Parliament views to riverside panoramas, these are the photo spots in Budapest that are actually worth your time.
10 Things I’d Tell a Friend Before Visiting Budapest
If a friend asked me for quick, honest Budapest advice before their trip, these are the 10 things I’d tell them first.
A Perfect Rainy Day in Budapest
Rain in Budapest doesn’t have to ruin your plans - here’s how I’d spend a cozy, beautiful day in the city when the weather isn’t ideal.
Which Thermal Bath in Budapest Is Actually Worth It?
Budapest’s thermal baths all have a different vibe - here’s a simple guide to help you choose the right one for your trip.