Check out the tourist reviews of Budapest. Pros and cons of 2021 holidays. How the weather, hotels, attractions and shopping in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe are assessed. Bonus - tourist advice.
Reviews about the weather in Budapest
Hungary is located in a temperate climatic zone, so there is no extreme cold and sweltering heat. The high tourist season in Budapest starts in May and ends in September. The largest influx of tourists is in July and August.
According to the reviews of tourists, many people like the rest in Budapest in the spring. In April, it is already quite warm +15 ... + 22 ° С, and hotel prices remain low - at the winter level.
Sofia Malkova: "It is warm here in May. The temperature by noon rose to + 19 ° C. The wind was constantly blowing, and it was too humid. Cloudy came to replace the sun ... Fortunately, the May rains are short and not cold."
The average temperature in summer is + 26 ° С. There is not a lot of greenery in the city, so the weather is hot in July and August.
The velvet season in Budapest is sunny and warm. In September, there are no winds, no rains, and tourists can take part in the International Wine and Champagne Festival. In October, the average daytime temperature is + 17 ° С. Humidity increases due to fogs.
shuShpan4ik: "At the end of October, walking along warm European streets, I took off my courage and took off my jacket. Well, how can you not take it off when it's + 24 ° C".
In November, the weather gets worse, so the flow of tourists decreases. Late autumn and winter are good for gastronomic trips, excursions and balneological tourism.
Reviews of tourists about hotels in Budapest
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Visitors stay in comfortable 5 * hotels, budget hotels 2-3 * and rent cozy apartments from local residents. The most luxurious hotels are located in the Buda Castle area. Pest is a noisy and lively part of the city, and the left bank of the Danube - Buda - is famous for its greenery and silence.
To make your stay in Budapest a success in 2021, study the reviews of tourists about hotels. They have nuances and notes that will help you make the right choice.
Julia: "Corinthia Hotel Budapest 5 * is a wonderful hotel, the best location, excellent service. Fully corresponds to the 5 * category."
Daria: "Danubius Hotel Gellert 4 * has a thermal bath. Breakfasts are very good. Comfortable beds and pillows. Delicious restaurant around the corner. Friendly staff."
Some tourists left negative reviews about Budapest hotels.
Vladimir"Hotel Timon 3 * smelled of diesel fumes, quite noisy, owner not particularly welcoming."
Reviews of tourists about attractions in Budapest
Look for author's interesting excursions on the Sputnik and Tripster sites. Individual and group, no crowds of tourists and in Russian.
Tourists from Russia are offered various excursions in Russian around the city and outside Budapest. Popular guided walks in the historic center, evening boat trips along the Danube, excursions to the Buda Castle, the National Gallery, underground locations, and gastronomic tours of pastry shops and coffee shops.
In many reviews, tourists call the Hungarian Parliament, which was built at the turn of the XIX-XX centuries, the most significant attraction of Budapest. The famous opera is currently under reconstruction, but tours are conducted around the building with an English-speaking guide. Visitors are shown luxurious interiors and a small opera concert.
Walk up to the observation deck of St. Stephen's Basilica with your children and admire the city from Buda Hill. Visit the picturesque Fisherman's Bastion, watch the changing of the guard at the Presidential Palace.
Lada: "During the excursion around Budapest, a completely different world opened up, bright, interesting, unexpected. The guide talked a lot about the emergence of ruin bars and the history of Budapest. Very pleasant impressions remained." More about the excursion →
Reviews of tourists about shopping in Budapest
According to reviews, tourists like shopping in Budapest. Prices in this city are slightly lower than the European average. In shopping centers and boutiques, luxury goods and democratic brands are sold. Most shops are open on weekdays from 10:00 to 18:00, and on Saturdays from 10:00 to 13:00. Many retail outlets are closed on Sundays. Supermarkets and malls are open from morning to late evening seven days a week.
Like other European cities, Budapest has two discount seasons. Winter starts after the New Year holidays and ends in March. Summer begins in August and lasts until the end of September. During sales, you can save 30-50%.
Salud-Aventura: "For the main shopping we went to the Arena shopping center. There is a large Peek & Cloppenburg, clothes for every day, Zara, Bershka. The prices are more than reasonable, especially in the season of discounts. You can do tax free, credit cards are accepted everywhere ".
Pros and cons of staying in Budapest
According to the reviews of tourists who visited Budapest in 2019 and 2020, the capital of Hungary met expectations and left a pleasant impression. Many people liked the special spirit of antiquity, original architecture, delicious cuisine and wine.
pros holidays in Budapest in 2021, according to tourists:
- Fast flight.
- Humane prices.
- Comfortable atmosphere.
- Friendly attitude towards tourists.
- Ancient cathedrals, palaces and mansions.
- Authentic cafes, restaurants and ruin pubs.
- Mineral springs with healing water and thermal baths.
Katunchica: "The coolest winter attraction is the Széchenyi Bath. At a temperature of -2 ° C, you lie in the water, where the temperature is + 38 ° C, and around a luxurious historical building."
Minuses:
- There are homeless people and beggars in the city.
- The cuisine is mainly meat. Few vegetarian options.
- In summer, the humidity in the Danube Valley is too hot.
- Not everyone understands English.
Sestra1991: "The Hungarian language is difficult, it is difficult to learn a couple of phrases so that they understand you."
The nuances of rest in Budapest and tourist advice
For hiking with young children and older travelers, it is important to know that the territory of Pest is flat, while in Buda it is hilly.
What sights can be seen in Budapest for free? According to tourists, excellent views of Buda and Pest open up from Mount Gellert, which rises 140 m above the Danube.Walk for free through the largest nature reserve of the Hungarian capital - the green park Varoshliget, look into ancient cathedrals and visit the historic Kerepesi necropolis. Budapest museums do not charge admission on March 15, August 20 and October 23 - on national holidays.
What souvenirs do tourists bring from Budapest? According to reviews, delicious wine is made in Hungary. The most popular brand is Tokaji white dessert wines. They are made from grapes grown in the Tokay-Hedyalya region. Take Unicum herbal liqueur as a gift for the spirits lover. The hostesses love paprika and Hungarian porcelain, and the most coveted souvenirs for children are sweets. In Budapest, on the Vaci shopping street, there is one of the city's most famous chocolate boutiques, selling handmade sweets and chocolates.
Exchange offices in the city are not as common as in other European cities. Find out in advance about the places where you can exchange euros or dollars for forints.
nautay: "We found the main focus of exchange offices on Oktogon Square (the exchange rate is more profitable) and on the souvenir street Vatsi."
