Historic Sites • Thermal Spas
Zugló
•
Open now
Admission tickets from ₹4,154
Best Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Budapest
THE 10 BEST Cheap Things to Do in Budapest
Best Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Budapest
Category types
Awards
Travellers' Choice Awards winners (including the "Best of the Best" title) are among the top 10% of listings on Tripadvisor, according to the reviews and opinions of travellers across the globe.
Traveller rating
Neighbourhoods
Good for
400 places sorted by traveller favourites
- Things to do ranked using Tripadvisor data including reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location.
Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
District V / Inner City
•
Open now
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
District I / Buda
•
Open now
Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals
District V / Inner City
•
Open now
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
District V / Inner City
•
Open now
Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
District I / Buda
•
Open now
Speciality Museums • History Museums
District I / Buda
•
Open now
Speciality Museums
Terézváros
•
Open now
Historic Sites • Monuments & Statues
Gellért Hill
Water Parks • Hot Springs & Geysers
Margaret Island
•
Open now
Admission tickets from ₹2,036
Points of Interest & Landmarks
District V / Inner City
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
District VII / Jewish Quarter
Art Galleries
Terézváros
•
Open now
Admission tickets from ₹1,018
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Fountains
Margaret Island
•
Open now
Art Galleries • Art Museums
District I / Buda
•
Open now
…
Showing results 1-30 of 400
What travellers are saying
- SophSurrey, UK10 contributionsWe had a lovely time, and my boyfriend and I were glad we got to experience it. We visited on a Tuesday morning, arriving around 9:30 am, and it wasn’t too crowded, which was nice. We spent most of our time in the outdoor pool, although we were a bit disappointed that no one informed us in advance that the swimming lane pool was closed.
The thermal bath itself was enjoyable, though it mostly felt like a heated pool. However, the indoor pools could use some improvement—they didn’t seem as clean as the outdoor one, and there was a funny smell.
We did consider going to Gellért Thermal Bath, but in the end, we were happy with our choice, especially because of the outdoor pool. We suspected the indoor pools at Gellért might have had a similar smell, which could have affected the experience.Written 28 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - markitikiOrlando, FL684 contributionsAbsolutely gorgeous building that was well worth visiting and walking by several times. Sadly, we never saw it lit up at night. We still don't know why it was not lit while we were there (late September).Written 4 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dahnie H17 contributionsGreat view of the Parliament and nice for pictures!! I totally recommend anyone visiting Budapest to go there. It is accessible with tram and Bus taking you directly up there.Written 4 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dahnie H17 contributionsOne of the prettiest Basilica I have been to!!! It is stunning inside and very big. The only downside is that there are many tourist that go so you can barely sit and pray without paying any fee.Written 4 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AnselmColomGrays Thurrock, UK3,172 contributionsA very moving tribute to just some of the innocent and what happened to them. Feels bad taking a picture. At the moment a lot of feelings about tensions elsewhere are publicised there as well. Along the river just up from ParliamentWritten 3 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jon DBristol, UK380 contributionsBest place to see the Danube is on a boat, on the river, so much to see and even better if youre able to travel up to Bratislava and Vienna as we did. Beautiful sights and the parliament building lit up at night is perfect to see from the river.Written 19 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DougWarner77 contributionsHome to the Monarchs of Hungary, Buda Castle isn’t a castle at all but a palace. Grandly situated atop Buda Hill, the Palace embodies over 1000 years of history from the arrival of the Magyar peoples to the first King - Steven- whom became. Saint, to fleeing upon the arrival of Ghengis Khan’s Army, the site has it allWritten 30 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- markitikiOrlando, FL684 contributionsReally cool market, similar to ones you can find all over the world. Ground floor has local and fresh food/snacks while second floor has actual meals and souvenirs. I liked that the shop keepers do not hassle passersby. There were so many local goods to buy (I'm sure several were mass produced, but some seemed authentic). There is also a fish market in the basement and a toilet (not free of charge).Written 4 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- carpediem2019New York City, NY104 contributionsA lovely spot to relax and get contemplative in Budapest. Excellent for a sunny day and perfect for flower lovers. There is a small Japanese garden, but my favorite parts are the wide lawns in the rose garden. Central and accessible, this is a must-do expedition before departing Hungary. Wear walking shoes!Written 17 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KarenJMill Valley, CA117 contributionsOne of the most beautiful cathedrals I've ever stepped foot in, and I am a faithful patron of visiting cathedrals when I travel. On the "Buda" side of the river in Budapest, this cathedral sits atop a hill with a magnificent vista of the city beyond.
When I first walked in, I thought the church was tiled in mosaics. Instead, it is painted on every surface in Belle Epoque style images and geometric shapes. Apparently it was painted in the late 19th century and recently restored.
Not to be missed. Bring your binoculars. There is a lot to see. Be sure to go upstairs to the treasury for even more magnificent views, especially of the Art Nouveau angels.
In various places you will see the older medieval stone work with lions, saints and peasants. There is a black Madonna in a side sanctuary reserved for prayer and devotion.
Afterwards walk through the old city neighborhood down to the river. It was heavily destroyed in World War 2 but still has a magical feel of the peaceful old city of artists, musicians, and philosophers.Written 19 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - I_Travel_T00_MuchUnited States26 contributionsThis is a unique museum--a hospital frozen in time--built in the rocks/nuclear bunker. GO! Using hundreds of mannequins it shows different periods it was used--during World War II; during resistance; and as a nuclear bunker. Not for kids (not scary, just not for young kids and they have an age minimum). The guide was excellent and takes about an hour overall for the tour. If you are on the Buda side, this is one of the best things to see. You must do this.Written 4 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- travelinspirationDallas, TX383 contributionsWe were absolutely stunned by the magnificence of the Opera House! Completely shocked it could be more beautiful than Vienna. Did the English guided tour which was nice with mini concert at end, however group was too large!! Go earlier in day if hot outside as quite warm inside.Written 9 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ShaunH290London, UK2,937 contributionsHaving seen the prototype in Marlow, England, I was keen to see this full size version! It is good that each bridge has a plaque recognising the other. The Marlow version has traffic restrictions (metal bollards ensure that cars are driven VERY carefully) but the Budapest version, after strengthening in 1914, and rebuilding in the 1940s, is very much wider and stronger.
Interesting that the lions are made to the same design as those in Trafalgar Square in London too.Written 27 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - AnselmColomGrays Thurrock, UK3,172 contributionsEverything in Budapest is pretty and this is no different. Plenty of photo opportunities and things to look at. Easy to get to and even in the rain, a magnificent sightWritten 3 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ShaunH290London, UK2,937 contributionsHungary had 133 days of communism after the Russian Revolution, and managed to reject it. After suffering under its own Arrow Cross fascist party (in league with Nazi Germany), the Hungarians were "liberated" by Soviet Russia, suffering more decades under communism from 1945 to 1990. So it is obviously right to remember these disasters and using the headquarters of the anti-human regimes to create a museum to retell that history is a great idea. The building would have to have been demolished otherwise - who would want to use it?
We in the West seem ready to reject fascism, but we don't seem to be so keen to reject communism. The Hungarians are keen to reject both - and this is part of their way of ensuring "never again" - but unfortunately, there are no guarantees. As they are only too well aware, the fascists and the communists were Hungarians too. In the last part of the self-guided tour, there is a room full of photographs of the people who were part of the oppressive regimes who were never brought to justice. Perhaps that is why no photographs are allowed inside the exhibition space.Written 30 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
