Tourist Information for Budapest

British Embassy
Harmincad Utca 6
Budapest 1051
(36) (1) 266 2888

Hungary is wonderful country brimming with culture & natural beauty and has one of the finest capitals in the world. Hungary boasts a heritage that attracts people from far and wide. After Iceland, Hungary has the world's largest reserve of thermal water, famous for their natural healing & rejuvenation powers. This magnificent country has all the luxuries of Western Europe, but for Eastern prices and with the accessibility of low cost airlines, Hungary has to be one of the most affordable travel options in Central & Eastern Europe.

If you're yearning for a Budapest city break getaway that will give you culture, nightlife, history and relaxation, then Hungary, will present a holiday break you’ll never forget. All types of holiday breaks are available in Hungary, from nature trails & cycling holidays to opera breaks, Imperial city tours, Christmas time breaks and much much more. The biggest holiday destination in Hungary is the imperial capital and if you haven’t been there, you most certainly would have read about it. Everyone who goes to Budapest falls in love with this Hungarian capital. It’s a perfect romantic short break city, with so many things to see and do. There are a plethora of museums, shops, restaurants and day excursions, to keep the most discerning traveler satisfied and a vibrant nightlife for Budapest stag & hen weekends.

“Hungary is the link between Eastern and Western Europe”

Budapest formed officially in 1873 when the residential town of Buda on the western banks of the Danube merged with the industrial town of Pest on the eastern banks. However the history of the two separate regions of Buda and Pest are much longer and richer. This prolific heart of Europe has been overrun throughout the ages by every scoundrel, empire and religion alike, from Romans to Mongols, from Celts to Austrians and in more recent years from Germans to Russians. It is fascinating to learn however that the Hungarian language has no links to any of its neighbours and the closest linked language is in fact Finnish.

As a consequence, it has developed a diverse culture, so much so that each of the four seasons has its own festivals. Farewell festival celebrates the last Russian soldiers’ departure from Hungary in 1991. The Jewish Summer Festival and the International Wine Festival celebrate various historic, artistic and cultural periods; and the Budapest Summer Opera & Ballet Festival celebrates Hungary’s fine musical heritage. Hungary today is part of NATO and the European Union. Buda pest is certainly high on the list of Top City break destinations to visit! So take a long weekend, soak up the unique atmosphere and spirit of the people. The only way to truly discover Budapest’s fascinating history, culture and general way of life is to book a citybreak holiday there. Contact the Hungary Travel experts or browse through our on-line city break bargain deals and luxury weekend breaks packages.