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While Pest stretches across flat land, Buda sits atop its own hill. It makes up the other half of the city that formed Budapest in 1873. Before this turning point, Buda was the capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire—home to power and Read more

Its appearance, name, and location suggest that this is one of Budapest’s most significant landmarks – so let’s give this place the recognition it deserves. Sándor Palace was built between 1803 and 1806 as the private residence of a wealthy Read more

On your left, down Szentháromság Street, you’ll find the elegant and historic Ruszwurm Confectionery. Its striking pistachio-green façade gives you a taste of what’s inside... Opened in 1827, this is the oldest existing pastry shop in Budapest. Read more

Over 800 years old, the Church of the Assumption of the Buda Castle—or more simply, the Matthias Church—has witnessed every major event that has shaped Budapest. Invasion, triumph, destruction, coronations, millennium celebrations, Read more

Welcome to one of Budapest’s most popular tourist attractions, the Fisherman’s Bastion. It’s better known for it’s beautiful architecture, rather than its history. Completed in 1902 after nearly two decades of construction, this fairytale-like Read more

Sometimes its hard to spot the right buildings from afar. We often rely on size, shape, and colour to get our bearings... But you shouldn’t have any trouble spotting the iconic Hungarian Parliament. This long and grand building stretches along Read more

Since you’re visiting Budapest, you probably love travelling... Which means you’re also curious about what’s around you! Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here are 3 fun facts about Budapest that you probably didn’t know. As you can tell Read more

This suspended structure, both heavy and delicate, is the Széchenyi Chain Bridge, one of Budapest’s most iconic sights. Named after its creator, it was inaugurated in 1849, and became the first bridge to span the Danube. Before its construction Read more

Compared to most of Europe’s major religious buildings, St. Stephen’s Basilica was built relatively recently! Inaugurated in 1905, this architectural masterpiece holds an important place in the heart of Budapest despite its young age. Read more

At 2,310 metres long, Andrássy Avenue is one of Budapest’s main and oldest streets. Constructed in 1872, it’s been bustling with people ever since! The name honours Gyula Andrássy — a Hungarian count and statesman known for his Read more

Balancing the duty of remembrance against a lively atmosphere isn’t easy, but the city does this well. Budapest’s Jewish Quarter juggles past traditions with modernity. Today, this quarter is full of life, festivals and famous "ruin bars"—formerly Read more

Bavarian by birth and Austrian by marriage, Elisabeth of Austria—known as “Sissi”—loved to be everywhere at once, except near her royal court in Vienna. She adored Greece, France, and Portugal. Calling herself “the seagull of the seas” Read more

The Great Synagogue of Budapest lives up to its name, measuring 53 metres long and 26 metres wide. As the second-largest synagogue in the world, just behind Jerusalem, it’s a powerful symbol for Budapest and its Jewish Quarter, which was a Read more

Running parallel to the Danube, Váci Utca is one of the best-known and most visited streets in Budapest. Without it, the city centre wouldn’t be the same! Back in medieval times, Hungary’s capital was surrounded by a city wall, and this street Read more

The Danube splits Budapest down the middle - both geographically and culturally, and it’s always been like this. For a long time, Hungary’s capital was divided into separate towns. It became one city in 1873, when Buda and Pest were united. Read more

Its grand entrance makes this look like a train station – but you’re actually looking at Budapest’s Central Market Hall. In the 19th century, the city was experiencing a major public health crisis. Food was difficult to transport, food preservation Read more

Better seen from above than below, this iconic landmark on Gellért Hill is Budapest’s Citadella. Built in 1854, this fortification is 200 metres long and 60 metres wide. The Habsburg dynasty used it to watch over the Read more

The prestigious Buda district is full of elegant and historic palaces. Over thirty of them are still standing today. These palaces honour the noble and royal families who once called these hills home. The most well-known example is the building in Read more