Budapest is a city that still bears the scars of communism but one that is constantly developing into one of the world's greatest capitals. Split in two by the grand River Danube, on one side you have the Buda, the hilly side dominated by the castle and Royal Palace. On the other you have the Pest, a flat side where you will find the city’s financial district, high street shops and its most popular bars. But something you can find anywhere in the city are its public baths...don’t leave without treating yourself to a dip in one.
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Download Budapest Pocket Guide View all guides »Beautiful city with friendly people living there. Budapest seems to be more romantic than Paris. It's less crowded, much cleaner and has a lot of sightseeings.
Insider Tip:Try to buy some handmade jewelry or any other handmade things near the castle or in a small shop 5 Senses near the Cathedral.
If you visit this city onece, you will definitely want to come back again. The cultural life and the nightlife is awesome there. The transportation is developed, you can easily get anywhere without a taxi. Nice place!
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could easily spend a week here! lots of activities to do like a cruise down the danube river or caving, also a ton of nice churches that aren't even tourist attractions.
Insider Tip:go very early to buy your ticket if you are going to tour the parliament, i went at 10 for the 10am tour but wasn't able to get in until the noon one, which didn't work for me.
By far one of the best cities in Europe. I had a great time here. Take the free walking tour, go to the ruin pubs, then sweat out the hangover the next day in one of the bath houses. I had a great time here and will definitely be returning.
A wonderful city, full of astonishing girls, beautiful views, fantastic sightseeing places. It is a cheap place with lovely, kind and helpful people. This city has all you need and want.
Divided into two distinctive districts by the River Danube, Budapest is one of Eastern Europe’s most beautiful cities. To the west of the river lies the Buda district, distinguished by its hilly landscape, and to the east lies Pest, a flatter and more commercial district. Explore both sides to find museums, cafés and a vibrant nightlife.
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