Kopaszi Gát Budapest
Kopaszi Gát in Budapest is a very nice recreation area on Buda side richt at Lágymányosi híd. The half island was built up after the flood in 1838 as a protection against flood for the near by industrial buildings and factories. Already some years ago there were some clubs and bars located which than moved on to other places. For some years this half island was unused even though it was a really nice spot in Budapest. Right next to the Danube, fairly calm and with a little bay between the island and the industrial area this was a perfect place to be rebuilt and give it some attractions.
Grand Market Hall Budapest
The Grand Market Hall in Budapest (Hungarian: Vásárcsarnok) is one of the main attraction for tourists. If you go to a foreign country I think markets are a great way to discovers the culture and food preferences of the country. If I am on holiday usually half a day is reserved to go to a market and check out what is offered there.
It is probably the same in the Grand Market Hall in Budapest because you find typical Hungarian things such as paprika powder, goose liver or Pálinka. At least that is what the tourists should think about Hungary and their eating habits and I guess that is similar in any other touristic market in the world, they try to make you believe what is traditional. But of course Hungary is not only about paprika, Goulash and Salami even though that is what you mainly find in Grand Market Hall.
Written in Budapest Sights, HungaryBudapest Bike Tour
Event though I consider riding the bike in Budapest is quite dangerous I think that a bike tour is the best way to see the city. A Budapest Bike Tour is the fastest way to see many sights plus you are on the fresh air and you even have some movement. So forget about your workout and book a Budapest Bike Tour instead of the traditional bus tours. By bus or car you are much slower than with a bike and if you stay on the bike lanes in the city (your guide will do so) there is no danger in riding the bike in Budapest. This tour includes a tour guide, the bikes as well as a helmet, a bag and a basket if you want. So when you book this tour you will be fully equipped and ready to go.
Budapest Segway Tour
A Budapest Segway Tour is a good and exciting way to discover Budapest. For all of you who don’t know what a Segway is these are the fancy two wheel vehicles which you control with your body movement. In some cities you can see them used as a daily transport method and in some, such as Budapest, as a new way of sightseeing. Next to having the chance to see the city you will also have fun riding your Segway through Budapest City and for sure catching a lot of attention. This tour starts with a 30 minute training on how to use a Segway and how to handle it in the city. Don’t worry, you won’t go on the street but on the pedestrian walk. Now that you are ready to go and know how to use a Segway in Budapest the tour can start. Read more
Budapest Caves
Underground
The thermal water in Budapest is not only responsible for Budapests famous baths but also the famous caves in Budapest. The water formed the more than 200 documented caves in Budapest. Four of the biggest and most impressive caves are visitable for tourists and interested persons.
The Budapest caves are often not integrated in a Budapest tours therefore it is necessary to organize the visit yourself. To calculate with half a day for a cave visit is realistic but of course it does not have to take so long.
Budapest Islands
Margit and Hajógyári Sziget!
Budapest has 2 islands as well as one peninsula. If you think about an island on a river in the middle of a major city you might think of a small island but the Budapest islands are so big that you don’t see the shore when you are on it. It feels like you are in a big park or wood but not like an island. Next to hotels, bars, pubs, restaurants you can find swimming pools, football pitches and much more on the islands.
Written in Budapest SightsBudapest Bridges
Connecting Buda and Pest
As you know Budapest is devided in the parts Buda (the hilly and smaller part in the west) and Pest (the flat, larger part in the east). These 2 major parts of Budapest are connected by bridges for cars, pedestrians, public transport as well as trains. Within Budapest there are 7 bridges which are described below and in the north and the south of Budapest there are 2 more bridges crossing the Danube on M0, the highway around Budapest.
Written in Budapest SightsSecret Places
What no guidebook will tell you!
In this section you can find the most secret places for good sightseeing in Budapest. Places you find here are not available in tourist offices or guidebooks. We bring you to places where you can enjoy the city very silent and calm far away from the typical tourist attractions.
Written in Budapest SightsHungarian State Opera House
The Hungarian State Opera in Budapest on the Pest side was built between 1875 and 1884 by Miklós Ybl. It is decorated richly, from the inside it is a wonderful and therefore it is the masterpiece of Miklós Ybl. Formerly called Budapest Royal Opera House it is still supposed to be one of the most beautiful and elegant opera houses in the world.
Written in Budapest SightsParliament Budapest
The archetype for the Parliament in Budapest was the Westminster Abbey in London. The architect of the bulding was Imre Steindel who built the Parliament between 1885 and 1904. The building itself consists of to mirrored parts with exactly the same partition of rooms, stairs and halls. One side of the Parliamant in Budapest is used by the government of Hungary, the second part is for visitors and tourists.
Written in Budapest SightsBasilica Budapest
The Basilica in Budapest was inducted in 1905. The Hungarian name of the Basilica is Szent István Bazilika and offer place for 850 persons. The church is dedicated to King István. The inside of the Basilica is very impressive. On the ceiling is 96 meters high and has a painting of jesus, god and different angels. More information about the building and history you can find here.
Written in Budapest SightsFisherman’s Bastion
The Fisherman’s Bastion is located in the castle district on the Buda side. It was built between 1895 and 1902. In former years the Fishermen’s Bastion played a big defensive role for Budapest but nowadays it is used as a sightseeing point with a great view over the Pest side of Budapest. The lower floor can be entered for free to go up the stairs and stand on top of it you have to pay. The Fisherman’s Bastion is worth a visit, specially at night when the city lights are turned on the view is great.
Written in Budapest SightsCitadella Budapest
The Citadella stands on Gellert Hill on the Buda side and was placed for the soldiers who died in world war 2. The statue is seen almost from every part of the city. In her hands she holds a palm leaf. Originally she was holding a propeller which was dedicated to the son of Miklós Horthy who died in a test flight when world war 2 stated. The propeller got replaced because Miklós Horthy had good contacts to Hitler and they did not want to remind of him. At August 20th (the national holiday) the fireworks is started at the Citadella.
Written in Budapest SightsStatue Park Budapest
The Statue Park is a collection of old socialistic statues far outside of Buda side. The statues got collected from all over the city and brought to the Statue Park where they are shown like a museum to interested people. For easy traveling there is a bus going from Déak tér several times a day. For further information please check the website.
Written in Budapest Sights, Sightseeing TourGellert Hill Budapest
On Gellert Hill you can find the Citadella one of the most exciting monuments of Budapest. From the top of the hill you have an amazing view over the city and the Danube. You can see all the exciting places like chain bridge, parliament, castle district and the opera. Especially at night many people come to Gellert hill to feel the exciting view when all the lights of Budapest are on and the city looks like a Christmas tree. One night you should go there and enjoy.
Written in Budapest SightsCastle District Budapest
The castle district is one of the most famous parts of Budapest and at the same time a piece of history. On top of castle district you can find the Matyas Church, the Fisher Bastion, the Military history museum, the Vienna gate, the Museum of commerce and cathering, the Labyrinth of Buda Castle, the Budapest history Museum, the Hungarian national gallery, and the Széchenyi library.
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