Budapest attractions

Budapest activities:

• Explore the spires, towers and narrow cobbled streets of Buda, or stroll the wide boulevards of Pest in the east.
• Learn the city of the Hungarian capital at the Castle Museum within the Royal Palace, or see traditional and modern art in the nearby National Gallery.
• See Europe's largest synagogue, the recently restored Dohany Zsinagoga.
• Take the waters; experience one of the city's spas fed by mineral-rich thermal springs.
• Climb the steps up to Fishermen's Bastion and enjoy stunning views of the city below.

Budapest nightlife:

• From intimate, romantic bars to huge nightclubs that stay open until dawn, city breaks in Budapest have something for everyone.
• Visit the State Opera house for an evening to remember.
• Join the locals at one of the city's many Sorozos for local beer and hearty food.
• Enjoy an evening out sampling some delicious cuisine. From traditional Hungarian dishes to the finest in international fare, Budapest's restaurants and cafes cater for every taste and budget.

Budapest shopping:

• Pick up hand-crafted souvenirs and fresh local produce at the three-storey Great market Hall.
• Stock up on the latest designer labels in the elegant shops and boutiques around Pest's Vaci Utca.
• For some serious bargain hunting head out of the city to Esceri Flea Market where you'll find everything from antiques and books to vintage clothes.

Other popular attractions on Budapest city breaks:

• Escape the city and head to Margaret Island, a car-free haven in the Danube between Buda and Pest.
• Explore the remnants of Budapest's Communist past at the eerie yet fascinating Memento Park
• Take a boat tour of the city and travel down the Danube.
• Budapest city breaks make a great base for exploring the surrounding area. Visit the medieval city of Szentendre or take a trip to the picturesque Hungarian 'sea'.