Budapest It is known as the pearl of the Danube, and it is no wonder, due to its great beauty. This city arises from the union of two others, Buda and Pest, and although it is not the most common destination, compared to cities such as London or Prague, the truth is that it does have a lot to offer its visitors.
A city that has an incredible castle full of places to discover, a beautiful parliament and many old and well-kept buildings that are illuminated at night. It is also the ideal place to relax in its spas, to go shopping after visiting all its museums.
Buda Castle and its labyrinth
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El Buda Castle It is the must see in the city. Inside it we can currently find the Budapest History Museum, the Széchenyi Library and the Hungarian National Gallery. To get there you can walk, but also through the funicular. One of the options most used by travelers is to get on the funicular and walk down. One of the most incredible things in this castle is its ancient labyrinths, which were not created by man, but were sculpted by the action of hot water from a spring on the calcareous rock of the hill. These labyrinths have caves, basements and springs and had various uses, from being a refuge in prehistoric times to a cell, a cellar, torture chambers, a military hospital or a bunker. We must check if the visit to the labyrinths is open, since it is something that we should not miss.
Views from the Fisherman's Bastion
El Fisherman's Bastion It is a beautiful view located on the hill of Buda. Although the views were not spectacular, by itself the bastion would be a place to visit, since its columns and details make it seem that we are in a fairytale place. It has seven towers, representing the seven tribes that founded Hungary. It also has great views of the river and the Parliament.
The old Chain Bridge
This is the most beautiful bridge and oldest in the city, linking Buda with Pest. It must be said that the one we see today is the reconstruction of the oldest bridge, from 1849, which was destroyed during the Second World War. One of the things you have to do is see it illuminated and also walk through it to go from one side of the city to the other.
The famous Parliament of Budapest
El Parliament of Budapest It is one of the most emblematic buildings in the city, with a beautiful neo-Gothic style. It is impressive both inside and out, so it is worth your visit. You have to buy tickets and it is better if they are in advance, because it receives many visits. Inside the building we can enjoy the Dome Room with the statues of the kings of Hungary or the Old Upper House that is no longer used for political but tourist purposes but is the place where we all imagine that the debates of politics of the country. Next to the Parliament you can also see the statue of Shoes on the Danube, which commemorates all the Jews who perished during the Second World War.
The beautiful Opera of Budapest
The Opera is a neo-renaissance building of great importance in the city. it's possible take guided tours, where you can see all the areas of the opera and learn interesting things about its history and curiosities. However, at almost the same price we can see an opera in a side box, so we decide what is more rewarding.
Relax in the spas
Budapest is known as the city of spas, and it has up to 118 springs, many natural and others artificial. There are many to choose from, and we must bear in mind that some days are reserved for male audiences and others for female audiences, although there are also mixed ones. One of the best known is the Gellert Spa, which is located in an indoor pool that may sound like it because it has appeared in movies and advertisements. The Rudas Spa is a beautiful Turkish bath of great renown in the city and the Széchenyi Spa It is a large enclosure with up to 15 swimming pools, three of them outdoors.
Shopping in Budapest
If we can do something in Budapest, in addition to relaxing in its spas, it is to enjoy shopping in the main shopping streets of the city. Vaci Utca is one of the main places to enjoy taking a walk and doing some shopping. If we want something much more exclusive, then we can go to the other shopping street par excellence, the Andrássy Avenue.