Budapest Itinerary

Budapest is such an underrated tourist destination in Europe. It's not so expensive, it has the most beautiful architecture, it feels safer, and it's not as touristy as other European cities like Paris or Barcelona. If you plan to visit Budapest anytime soon, allow me to share with you our 4-day Budapest itinerary to help you with some ideas on what to do in this beautiful city.

I also made a YouTube vlog of our Budapest trip. If you're interested, you can watch it here.

Day 1:

1) Explore Buda Castle District.

2) Stroll along the Castle Hill.

3) Visit Matthias Church.

4) Enjoy panoramic views of the city from Fisherman's Bastion.

Day 2:

1) Book a guided tour of the Hungarian Parliament Building. Tickets cost from HUF 3000 to HUF 12000 per person. You can purchase tickets directly from the official site - www.jegymester.hu/parlament

2) Walk along the Danube Promenade and see the Shoes on the Danube Bank Memorial. Then cross the Chain Bridge to the Pest side.

3) Visit St. Stephen's Basilica.

4) Enjoy a relaxing soak at Mandala Day Spa. A basic treatment package for a 4 hour entry costs HUF 10,200 per person. We booked a basic package through Get Your Guide.

Day 3:

1) Visit Heroes' Square and the nearby City Park.

2) Explore Vajdahunyad Castle and its surrounding park.

3) Head to the Pálvǒlgyi Cave for a guided tour.

You can check out the schedule of the tours from their official site.

4) Book a walking tour and explore the Jewish quarter, including the Ruin Bars, such as Szimpla Kert.

Day 4:

1) Visit the House of Music.

2) Rent a tandem bike and explore Margaret Island. We rented the tandem bike from this bicycle rental shop here.

3) Take a Danube River cruise in the evening.

Vegan Restaurant Recommendations in Budapest (or with vegan options):

1. Napfényes Restaurant and Confectionery

2. Twentysix Budapest

3. Mazel Tov

4. Tökmag Vegan Street Food

5. arán bakery budapest

6. Rira Vegan and Vegetarian Food

7. Gelateria Pichler Fagyizó

Specialty Coffee or Coffee Shop Recommendations in Budapest:

1. Mantra Specialty Coffee Minibar

2. espresso embassy

3. Dorado Cafe

4. Ivy Coffee