Best of Budapest in 7 Days Itinerary

Begin your day with a guided tour of the House of Parliament (Országház) to learn about Hungary's political history. After the tour, take a stroll along Andrássy Avenue (Andrássy Út) and visit the Hungarian State Opera House (Magyar Állami Operaház).

For a unique dining experience, have lunch at the Michelin-starred Costes Downtown. Afterward, explore the Budapest Jewish Quarter (District VII) and visit the Dohány Street Synagogue, the largest synagogue in Europe.

Enjoy a traditional Hungarian dinner at Borkonyha Winekitchen and then attend a performance at the Hungarian State Opera House (Magyar Állami Operaház).

Spend the morning exploring the Hungarian National Museum (Magyar Nemzeti Múzeum) and the Central Market Hall (Nagycsarnok). Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Hungary.

For lunch, head to Karavan Street Food for a variety of local dishes. Afterward, take a Budapest Daytime Sightseeing Boat Cruise on the Danube River to see the city from a different perspective.

Dine at Két Szerecsen Étterem és Borbár and then take a Budapest Evening Cruise including Drinks and Live Music for a relaxing end to the day.

Explore the Budapest City Park (Városliget) and visit the Vajdahunyad Castle (Vajdahunyadvár). Take a leisurely walk around the park and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Have lunch at Menza étterem és kávézó, a restaurant known for its retro design and traditional Hungarian dishes. Afterward, visit the Heroes' Square (Hosök Tere) and the nearby Museum of Fine Arts to admire the art collections.

Dine at Mazel Tov, a popular ruin bar with a vibrant atmosphere. After dinner, take a leisurely walk along the Danube River or relax at a local bar.

Start your day with a visit to the Gellért Hill (Gellert-Hegy) and enjoy panoramic views of the city from the Citadella. Take a leisurely walk in the Citadella area and explore the historic sites.

For lunch, head to Kiosk Budapest Bistro & Bar and enjoy a meal with a view. Afterward, take the Buda Castle Funicular (Budavári Sikló) to the castle district and visit Matthias Church (Mátyás Templom) and the Fisherman’s Bastion (Halaszbastya).

Dine at Szimpla Kert, one of the most famous ruin bars in Budapest. After dinner, take a Budapest Sunset Cruise with 3 Cocktails to see the city's landmarks as the sun sets.

Spend the morning exploring the Hungarian National Gallery in the Buda Castle (Budai Vár) complex. Admire the works of Hungarian artists and enjoy the stunning views of the city from the gallery.

For lunch, head to Kispiac Bisztró and enjoy a meal in a cozy setting. Afterward, take a guided tour of the House of Terror Museum (Terror Háza Múzeum) to learn about Hungary's dark past.

Dine at Onyx Restaurant, a Michelin-starred restaurant known for its innovative cuisine. After dinner, take a leisurely walk along the Danube River and enjoy the city's lights.

Start your last day in Budapest with a visit to the St. Stephen’s Basilica (Szent István Bazilika). Climb to the top of the basilica for panoramic views of the city. Afterward, explore the surrounding area and do some last-minute souvenir shopping.

For your final lunch in Budapest, dine at Budapest Bistro - Vörösmarty tér and enjoy a meal in a charming setting. After lunch, take a leisurely walk along the Danube River and soak in the beauty of the city.

End your Budapest adventure with a memorable dinner at New York Cafe, known as one of the most beautiful cafes in the world. After dinner, take a Budapest Evening Sightseeing Cruise with Unlimited Prosecco to bid farewell to the city.