Backpacker Budapest: ruin bars, cheap baths and the best party in Central Europe.
Budapest is Central Europe's backpacker capital. Legendary ruin bars, accessible thermal baths, cheap food and an endless nightlife.
Itinerary
1
Free Pest
- Free walking tour of Pest
- Parliament (exterior) and Danube riverbank
- Shoes on the Danube: free memorial
- Ruin bar Szimpla Kert at night
2
Buda & Baths
- Fisherman's Bastion (free outside hours)
- Walk through Buda Castle
- Rudas Baths (entry from €8)
- Night at Jewish Quarter ruin bars
3
Market & Party
- Central Market: lángos for €2
- Margaret Island (free)
- Last Hungarian beer for €1.5
- Farewell party at Instant-Fogas
Practical Tips
Szimpla Kert
The world's most famous ruin bar. Go early to get a seat, it fills up later.
Lángos
Hungarian fried bread at the Central Market for €2. Order the one with cheese and sour cream.
Approximate Budget
Hostel (2 nights)€20-50
Meals€20-45
Thermal baths€8-15
Beer & ruin bars€15-30
Flight (round trip from London)€30-120
Estimated total per person€93-260
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Budapest cheap?
Yes, it's one of Europe's cheapest capitals. A beer costs €1.5 and you can eat for €5-8.
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