budapest is outstanding, the architecture, the food, the culture, the BATHS, the list goes on. unfortunately, we could only spend a day and a half here, but I know I’ll be back again soon to see more of this unfiltered, beautifully raw place. budapest is straightforward in every sense of the word; some areas are insanely beautiful they literally take your breath away and others well, don’t. but what I like most about this city is just that, it’s raw and doesn’t try to hide a flaw and somehow that makes it feel oddly comfortable. I love the various classical styles that make up the city center and yet, the overall character of the city is casual and laidback unlike some other big metropolitan areas throughout europe.
it’s also a very lively place (to say the least), because of the cheap prices and great bars it definitely makes it to the top of every bachelor party destination list. drink your way through the city while casually strolling by one of the most notable parliament buildings in europe, not a bad way to spend a weekend. we probably saw 15 different bachelor parties in a span of a day and a half, more than half of europe was in budapest for a good (and rowdy) time haha. nonetheless, walking along the danube, crossing the chain bridge and ending up at fisherman’s bastion for sunset gives you a sense of nostalgia and charm that is unforgettable and I can’t wait to get back to see more.
budapest gems:
bites & sips:
espresso embassy
mazel tov
new york cafe
high note sky bar
favorite sites:
széchényi baths
fisherman’s bastion/matthias church
buda castle
parliament building
danube promenade memorial
st stephen’s church
gellért baths
buda hill funicular
