| A popular traveling destination, Budapest has a wealth | | | | themselves to a spa experience. In 2008 the world's |
| of historical sights and a vibrant atmosphere. | | | | largest network of underground caves was |
| One of the most picturesque cities in Europe, | | | | discovered beneath the city and travelers have 118 |
| Hungary's capital city has many top things to do. It is a | | | | natural springs to choose from. |
| relatively inexpensive choice with cheap Budapest | | | | Backpackers on a budget may wish to avoid the |
| hostels ideal for the traveler on a budget. | | | | pricey five-star hotel spas and seek out more |
| Things to See | | | | reasonably-priced therapeutic spas by enquiring at their |
| Budapest is best explored by walking through the city | | | | Budapest hostels. |
| and savoring the impressive architecture. | | | | Cultural events in Budapest are very affordable and |
| Art Nouveau is exemplified in the centrally located | | | | travelers can take advantage of standing-room tickets |
| Museum of Applied Arts and the Gothic Revival is | | | | to see a show at the Hungarian State Opera House |
| displayed by the Hungarian Parliament Building. | | | | for only $2 (£1.40). |
| Saint Stephen's Basilica is a great place for travelers | | | | The Budapest Spring Festival, which takes place from |
| to gain an insight into the city's religious roots. One of | | | | 20th March 2009 until 5th April 2009, is also a great |
| the exhibits is the Holy Right Hand of the 11th century | | | | event travelers can enjoy without breaking the budget. |
| founder of Hungary, King Saint Stephen. | | | | Budapest hostels get filled to capacity during the |
| Travelers can also spend hours exploring the miles of | | | | festival so travelers should make sure they book their |
| caves under Castle District, which were hideouts for | | | | Budapest hostels in advance. |
| soldiers during wartime. | | | | Eating Out |
| Budapest's UNESCO World Heritage Sites are worth | | | | Travelers hoping to experience traditional Hungarian |
| seeing, with Castle Hill and the splendid former royal | | | | cuisine in Budapest should head for a Vendeglo, which |
| palace, Buda Castle, a memorable sight. | | | | is a small restaurant with traditional furnishings. |
| Wandering through the Erzsebetvaros area of | | | | Hungarian cuisine is typically associated with goulash |
| Budapest, backpackers will come across the largest | | | | and paprika, but other national dishes include stuffed |
| synagogue in Europe - the 19th century Dohany Street | | | | cabbage and meat dishes with a potato, pasta or rice |
| Synagogue, which lies at the heart of the Jewish | | | | accompaniment. |
| quarter of Pest. | | | | A Sorozo is also an inexpensive place to have a bite |
| Things to Do | | | | to eat and is like a pub so travelers can choose from |
| Budapest is known as the city of the spas and | | | | a wide array of Hungarian wine and beers to |
| travelers can take advantage of this by treating | | | | accompany their meal. |