High Season: August
Low Season: May, June, September, October
Our Favorite: We love to visit Budapest in December during Christmas market season because it is absolutely beautiful and who doesnt love Europe during the Christmas Market season!
Hotel Clark
Boasting the famous Positano views and a variety of unique rooms, Villa Magia is among the top places to stay. It is a taste of luxury with welcoming customer service that is second to none. The location, staff and food deserves every bit of their five star rating!
Mystery Hotel
A historically themed luxury hotel in a 19th century palace in downtown Budapest.
Aria Hotel by Library Hotel Collection
This music themed hotel is super stylish and has an awesome rooftop bar with panoramic views of downtowb Budapest. If you are looking for an elegant stay, check out Aria Hotel.
Hotel Collect
Located in the heart of Budapest just a few steps away from Károlyi Garden. With it's French influence, Hotel Collecr has plenty of contemporary and iconic vintage paintings and objects throughout the hotel.
Other places to stay:
- T62 - Budget friendly
- Bohem Art hotel - Budget friendly
- Baltazar Budapest
RESTAURANTS
Twenty six: This restaurant is so vibey with its urban jungle feel and delicious soulful Mediterranean flair.
Sucsi Focacceria: Who doesn't love Foccacia? Get there early before they sell out!
Baba Budapest: Breakfast & bar from daylight to moonlight. Known for it's breakfast classics to sassy cocktails.
High Five: Sports bar & Gastro Pub - check out High Five for a more casual vibe.
Conte cafe Basillica: Coffee tastes better in a waffle cone!
Flava: HJungarian, Japanese, Latin American, and Middle Eastern influences collide!
Street Cakes: Home of the bubble waffle and chimney cakes!
Bors Gastro Bar: Hidden Gem* Best sandwiches you'll ever find! Try the pulled pork.
Hamburger: Best late night burgers.
COCKTAIL BARS
Boutiq Bar: Hidden on a street near the city center, with it's dim lights, moody atmosphere and craft cocktails, it's giving speakeasy!
Hosty Tosty: There is no menu here! This below ground cocktail bar has talented bartenders who prepare cocktails based on your preferences.
High Note Sky Bar: High Note offers impressive rooftop views of Budapest and just so happens to be on the roof of the Aria Hotel.
Black Swan: Another speakeasy vibe with wild drink selections that has bartenders swinging on a ladder to retrieve bottles from the top shelves. Check this out for an upscale experience.
NIGHTLIFE
Kiraly Street: Best nightlife district with pubs, nightclubs and bars
1/A38 Boat: A former Ukranian cargo ship turns into a fun party after the sun sets!
Akvarium Klub: One of the most central night clubs also known as Aquarium Club, is known for hosting big name DJs from around the world.
Szimpla Kert: We love this ruin bar with its eclectic junk shop decor and fairylights. Don't miss out on this one, the crowd is always a vibe!
Options for your stay in Budapest:
Danbu River Cruise/ Booze Cruise: You can book this directly through ne of our partners Viator or Get Your Guide.
Buda Castle: Skip the bus tour and take w alking tour instead of the Buda Castle district.
Fisherman's Bastion: This fairy tale monument is one of the top attractions in Budapest.
St Stephen's Basilica: Grab a ticket and head to the top of the Basilica for an epic view.
Szechenyi Thermal Bath: One of the most visited thermal baths in Budapest. Be sure to grab your tickets ahead of time. Also check out the Thermal Bath party, widely known to be held during the summer.
MUST DO'S:
Fisherman's Bastion: Take a walk around the area, explore and get lost!
Szimpla Kert: This bar is a do not miss!
Bors Gastro Bar: Trust us when we tell you, you don't just want you NEED this sandwich.
GETTING AROUND BUDAPEST:
Bolt APP: This is Hungary's ride share company, you won't find Uber or Lyft here.
Walk or Bike: Budapest is an easy city to wander around and walk so we highly recommend walking!
Airport transfer: For roundtrip airport transportation you can either book directly with your hotel or you can find rates on Viator or Get Your Guide.