Budapest in 3 days: what to see day by day
Ready-to-use 3 days itinerary for Budapest: 11 places grouped geographically into walking routes (18 h of pure visiting time) with opening hours and places to eat along the way.
1 day · 2 days · 3 days · Things to do in Budapest
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Day 1 · 5 h 45 min visiting · approx. 3.3 km walking between stops
- Hungarian Parliament Building — 1 h 15 min visit. It serves as the seat of the Hungarian Parliament, measuring 96 meters in height and featuring 691 rooms. Hours: Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00 · Sat–Sun 08:00–16:00.
- Hungarian Academy of Sciences — 45 min visit (approx. 650 m from previous stop). The seat of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, a monumental Neo-Renaissance building from 1862-1865, serves scientific functions, unlike Országház.
- Széchenyi Chain Bridge — 30 min visit (approx. 330 m from previous stop). Opened in 1849, it was the first permanent bridge connecting Buda and Pest. Hours: open 24/7.
- Fisherman's Bastion — 1 h visit (approx. 760 m from previous stop). The seven towers of this Neo-Romanesque building symbolize the seven Magyar tribes; it was completed in the early 20th century purely for decoration and views. Hours: Mon–Sun 09:00–23:00.
- Matthias Church — 1 h visit (approx. 50 m from previous stop). The coronation church of Hungarian kings from the 13th century is distinguished by Neo-Gothic decorations and characteristic colorful glazed roof tiles. Hours: Mon–Sat 09:00–17:00 · Sun 13:00–17:00.
- St. Stephen's Basilica — 1 h 15 min visit (approx. 1.5 km from previous stop). One of the largest temples, its northern tower, 96 meters high, matches the Parliament building. Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00 · Sat 09:00–13:00 · Sun 13:00–17:00.
Where to eat along the route (Day 1)
- Zero Point — Its menu focuses on fast food dishes such as sandwiches and burgers, which distinguishes it from restaurants serving Hungarian cuisine.
- Retek Bisztró — This bistro serves traditional Hungarian dishes in a homey atmosphere, famous for its affordable prices and can be a lively place.
Day 2 · 6 h visiting · approx. 1.6 km walking between stops
- Buda Castle — 3 h visit. This historic residence of Hungarian kings, rebuilt since the 13th century, now houses three important cultural institutions.
- Hungarian State Opera House — 3 h visit (approx. 1.6 km from previous stop). Built in Neo-Renaissance style between 1875 and 1884 according to Miklós Ybl's design, it is one of the most beautiful opera houses in Europe.
Where to eat along the route (Day 2)
- Onyx — Unlike Costes Downtown, it focuses on innovative dishes of modern Hungarian cuisine.
- Gerbeaud Cukrászda — Founded in 1858 by Henri Émile Gerbeaud, it is a famous confectionery with elegant Empire and Rococo style interiors.
Day 3 · 6 h 15 min visiting · approx. 2.6 km walking between stops
- Heroes' Square — 45 min visit
- Museum of Fine Arts — 2 h 30 min visit (approx. 180 m from previous stop) Hours: Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00.
- Margaret Island — 3 h visit (approx. 2.4 km from previous stop)
Where to eat along the route (Day 3)
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