{"id":3402,"date":"2022-08-18T16:48:30","date_gmt":"2022-08-18T15:48:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/?p=3402"},"modified":"2022-08-22T12:26:17","modified_gmt":"2022-08-22T11:26:17","slug":"48-hours-in-budapest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/48-hours-in-budapest\/","title":{"rendered":"An Interrail guide to spending 48 hours in Budapest"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Budapest is an incredible city within Hungary. Divided by the Danube River, it was originally split into Buda and Pest. Merging in 1873, it is an upcoming city with plenty of things to see and do. The perfect place to spend 48 hours, it has extraordinary architecture, a fascinating history and a unique culture to boot.&nbsp;<\/p><div class=\"inter-content-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"inter-3410203590\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4633244982126279\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4633244982126279\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"7158573474\" \ndata-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\ndata-ad-format=\"fluid\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><p>Budapest is also a popular destination for interrailers; who frequently flock to the city to discover its captivating history. Easy to get to using the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.interrail.eu\/en\/interrail-passes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">interrail pass<\/a>, it\u2019s ideal to visit either on its own, or as part of a bigger trip across Europe.<\/p><p>\u00a0If you&#8217;re travelling to Budapest in the near future, then you\u2019ll want to know what you can do there, the best places to eat\/drink and where to stay. Well, don\u2019t worry. We\u2019ve rounded up a list for you that will help to get the <a href=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/plan\/trip-details\">planning<\/a> cogs going.<\/p><div class=\"inter-content_2\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"inter-289013339\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4633244982126279\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4633244982126279\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"7158573474\" \ndata-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\ndata-ad-format=\"fluid\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-to-do-in-budapest\"><strong>What to do in Budapest<\/strong><\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"margaret-island\"><strong>Margaret Island&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/mNy1KL89G3mUhg0SZMZe0l0WYK0mdwtNVMqZqx1JjhoBDYEKc3mhsFtlrJRnfEtndxAZxcgvcn_5JNQXWETaa29LX-m8ZPVxovbclk7w--eEFW5KwRIOjEWHALw3wRfwFSNDOMspvM6DGaIFCSQ\" alt=\"\" \/><figcaption>Photo by<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/es\/@herrherrmann?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Sebastian Herrmann<\/a> on<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/margaret-island?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><p><\/p><p>Take a stroll over the Margaret Bridge and prepare yourself for the beauty that is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.co.uk\/Attraction_Review-g274887-d276126-Reviews-Margaret_Island-Budapest_Central_Hungary.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Margaret Island<\/a>. This beautiful island is full of breath-taking scenery, including a Japanese garden, a popular musical fountain and an extraordinary water tower that\u2019s in a quirky Art Noveau style. A welcome break from the hustle and bustle of the city, you\u2019ll be able to see spectacular views of Budapest from the top of the water tower.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"buda-castle\"><strong>Buda Castle&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/lUyEmKniF_MVhNnz6boUovyKvLNhc3BhDvVJJybumF1ysdf1T--XCbGNcFw4uqHqBsUnsUQ2vb0sn1zHXayI45o75LwkGdzwLjl4amBYXzR8RBSlEfeHZeIt8AUNUIn8HGBQiyDqBzOABYXNCdE\" alt=\"\" \/><figcaption>Photo by<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@cloudy99?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Tja\u0161a Oblak<\/a> on<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/buda-castle?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><p><\/p><p>Dating back to 1265, <a href=\"https:\/\/budavar.hu\/budai-var\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buda Castle<\/a> is one of the best preserved castles in Europe and was once home to the Hungarian kings of Budapest. With a distinctive appearance, the Baroque palace houses the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.varmuzeum.hu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Budapest History Museum<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/mng.hu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Gallery of Hungary<\/a>. Situated on top of Castle Hill, it is part of the Budapest World Heritage Site. An incredible place to visit during your interrailing trip, it should definetly be on your travel itinerary.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"szechenyi-thermal-bath\"><strong>Sz\u00e9chenyi Thermal Bath<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/eQjDcCBlxTIgfSTHj9q-5BiBsnr-5kRAjIbvrr_HMttqgr_vo2qUt3_ucnoQ602GBOVyCh2yr0zXdV16kHqMWVtF3nDO_vGRlGf4o-9DQAlztpIy7XBFW_2dkHo-H4loBj7JWie_nB-eB4JnFEA\" alt=\"\" \/><figcaption>Photo by<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@elijjah?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Elijah G<\/a> on<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/sz%C3%A9chenyi-thermal-bath?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><p><\/p><p>Easily one of the most renowned and popular tourist destinations, the <a href=\"http:\/\/szechenyispabaths.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sz\u00e9chenyi Thermal Bath\u2019s<\/a> are a must-see. The largest medicinal bath in the whole of Europe, the water within it is supplied by two thermal springs. With temperatures reaching 77\u00b0C, 15 indoor baths and 3 outdoor pools to choose from, it\u2019s the ultimate place to relax whilst in the city.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-to-eat-drink-in-budapest\"><strong>What to eat\/drink in Budapest<\/strong><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/G1COuarYeBkGWi8bzN33l35NA3SL95nhKgnWrUbDp0LC2UVGHNU7RQ4o_8phA6h9CqGsRGqFGwSGMCtUABZ84EUBf9WZjAO8IB2Zye0tUiuSQ3kNuWNWDhMDoS7oxhUmNmCnbzud5VkIczaWdKY\" alt=\"\" \/><figcaption>Photo by<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@shyshkina?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Tetiana SHYSHKINA<\/a> on<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/budapest-food?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><p><\/p><p>Rich and delicious, Hungarian cuisine is perfect year round. From hearty Goulash, to dreamy Langos and delectable K\u00fcrt\u0151skal\u00e1cs (chimney cake), no matter what your preference, in Budapest you\u2019re bound to find food that tickles your tastebuds.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"food\"><strong>Food<\/strong><\/h3><p><strong>Cafe Kor<\/strong> &#8211; popular with locals, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/cafekorrestaurant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cafe Kor <\/a>is perfectly situated within minutes of St Stephen\u2019s Basilica. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner they offer a variety of tasty Hungarian food, along with daily specials.<\/p><p><strong>Mazel Tov<\/strong> &#8211; a spacious, welcoming restaurant awaits you at <a href=\"https:\/\/mazeltov.hu\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mazel Tov<\/a>. Featuring a glass roof and a hybrid menu of Israeli-Mediterranean dishes, this restaurant is idyllic. From falafel burgers to chicken shawarma, take a seat in their large open-plan courtyard and delight in fantastic food and a buzzing atmosphere.<\/p><p><strong>Vakvarju E\u2019tterem<\/strong> &#8211; located in the popular Jewish quarter in the 7th district, <a href=\"https:\/\/vakvarju.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vakvarju<\/a> is a sophisticated restaurant that uses moreish flavours. Each dish is also prepared beautifully, whilst offering a pricetag that won\u2019t break the bank.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"drink\"><strong>Drink<\/strong><\/h3><p><strong>Ruin Bars Budapest &#8211; <\/strong>if you\u2019re looking for something a little different, then the <a href=\"https:\/\/ruinbarsbudapest.hu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ruin Bars<\/a> in Budapest are just the ticket. A collection of bars set in an abandoned building, it has an abundance of plans, graffiti and it attracts a diverse crowd from around the world.<\/p><p><strong>Comics Bar<\/strong> &#8211; featuring good music (including karaoke), tasty cocktails and affordable prices the Comics Bar is a great place to stop after exploring Budapest. Popular with people visiting the city, its unique style is every comicbook-lover\u2019s dream.&nbsp;<\/p><p><strong>Hotsy Totsy Budapest<\/strong> &#8211; if you love jazz and a cocktail or two, then <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hotobp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hotsy Totsy<\/a> in Budapest is ideal. Highly rated, the chic cocktail bar is intimate and cozy, making it a fabulous place to escape to after wandering around the nearby castle.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-to-stay-in-budapest\"><strong>Where to stay in Budapest<\/strong><\/h2><p><strong>Maverick Urban Lodge &#8211; <\/strong>a design hotel, the<a href=\"https:\/\/mavericklodges.com\/en\/urban-lodge-budapest-hostel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Maverick Urban Lodge<\/a> has a rooftop terrace, cosy communal areas and comfortable en-suite rooms. Located close to the Great Market Hall (a popular hotspot for those looking for fresh and yummy produce), along with the train station, it\u2019s a great choice when interrailing in Budapest. Get a 10% discount when you purchase <a href=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/premium\">Interrail Planner Premium<\/a>!<\/p><p><strong>Meininger Budapest Great Market Hall<\/strong> &#8211; within easy reach of St Stephen\u2019s Basilica and the State Opera, this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meininger-hotels.com\/en\/hotels\/budapest\/budapest-great-market-hall\/?utm_source=gmb&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=BUD-CS&amp;utm_content=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guesthouse<\/a> is budget-friendly and a favourite of backpackers. Similarly to the previous hotel, it\u2019s also close to the Central Train Station, meaning you don\u2019t have to travel far in order to rest your head after a long day of travelling.<\/p><p><strong>Netizen Budapest Centre Hoste<\/strong>l &#8211; a hybrid hotel in the heart of Budapest, the <a href=\"https:\/\/netizenbudapestcentre.hu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Netizen Budapest Centre Hostel<\/a> has private rooms, dorms, a lobby bar and a co-working area. It offers breakfast, perfect for filling up with before heading out into the city.<\/p><p>There you have it. There\u2019s a brief guide to how you can spend your 48 hours in Budapest. Of course, there are plenty of things to choose from. But this initial list will hopefully help you in your travel planning. However, no matter how you spend your time in the city, you\u2019re guaranteed an unforgettable two days that will create happy memories. Budapest has and always will be a popular place to visit for backpackers and other travellers alike.<\/p><div class=\"inter-after-content\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"inter-2880039873\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4633244982126279\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4633244982126279\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"8015293915\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Budapest is an incredible city within Hungary. Divided by the Danube River, it was originally split into Buda and Pest. Merging in 1873, it is an upcoming city with plenty of things to see and do. 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