Exploring budapest

Budapest is a very walkable city, and late May is the perfect time to explore on foot. The Budapest Metro is the oldest electrified underground railway in Europe, and very easy to navigate.

eat & drink

There are many classic Hungarian dishes that are not to be missed. Stop by the Great Market Hall for a Lángos; enjoy a delicious bowl of Goulash; finish the evening with a glass of Tokaji. An essential stop is the majestic New York Café, the most beautiful café in Budapest and one steeped in literary tradition.

relax

Budapest has long been considered the spa capital of the world, abundant with rich thermal and medicinal water springs. The Gellért and Széchenyi baths are personal favorites and are architectural marvels in their own right. The Gellért has special personal significance. Not only is it the most famous Art Nouveau thermal bath in Europe, but Bianca’s great, great grand uncle, János Hudetz, was the architect.

explore

Taking a walk down Andrássy Avenue is a great way to see a number of Budapest’s different architectural styles, including the Hungarian National Opera House, neo-renaissance townhouses and mansions, and a number of different national embassies. It leads directly to Heroes’ Square, a beautiful plaza that sits between the Museum of Fine Arts and the Kunsthalle.