Budapest

Crossed by the Danube River, Budapest is becoming a very popular travel destination in Europe. Its beautiful architecture has buildings with styles ranging from baroque to art nouveau. Budapest is also known as the spa capital of Europe, thanks to its many wonderful thermal bathhouses, inviting you to relax until the last day of your vacation.

How much does it cost to visit Budapest?

On a budget trip to visit Budapest, you will spend around Ft 9,520 per day, without accommodation. More detailed Budapest travel costs are available below.

Budapest accommodation costs

Hotel or hostel for one person	Ft 5,472 – 41,795
Typical double room	Ft 10,945 – 83,591

Budapest food and drinks costs

A meal in an inexpensive restaurant	Ft 1,500 – 3,000
A meal in a mid-range restaurant	Ft 3,500 – 7,000
Local beer (0.5 liters, draught)	Ft 280 – 690
Water (0.33 liter, bottle) Tap water is safe to drink in Budapest, however.	Ft 120 – 400

Hungary travel costs for eating and drinking in Budapest

Budapest fares and public transport

One-way public transportation ticket	Ft 350
Taxi (price per kilometer)	Ft 300 – 350
Gasoline (1 liter)	Ft 380 – 400

Budapest visiting costs – Top attractions in Budapest

Hungarian Parliament Building	Ft 6,400
Halaszbastya	Ft 1,000
St. Stephen’s Basilica	Ft 1,000
Buda Castle	Ft 3,338
Shoes on the Danube	Free

Budapest Card

24h Budapest Card	€ 22
48h Budapest Card	€ 33

The Budapest Card offers free access to the top museums in the Hungarian capital city. In addition, you can go to one of its thermal baths, daily walking tours in English, and enjoy free public transport.

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