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A beautiful capital city

From the looming hilltop palace to the historic grand cafés, many of Budapest’s best-looking corners are manmade. Wander in the shadow of the castle or along the banks of the Danube, shop the luxury boutiques in Belváros and see the historical treasures in and around Parliament.

For some rest and relaxation, take a breath of fresh air in the Buda Hills or enjoy a soak in one of the thermal baths that are dotted across the city.

Café culture and lively nightlife

By night you can get your culture on with Budapest’s classical music offerings in any of its grand concert halls, feast on Hungarian comfort food in a traditional vendéglő (restaurant), or knock back the local firewater in one of the city’s famous ruinpubs – abandoned buildings that have been converted into creative drinking dens.

Coffee shops open late into the night and there are excellent local reds and whites to quaff in old-fashioned wine bars. A big student population means there’s a healthy dose of nightclubs and late-night live music venues too.

A perfect weekend getaway

There’s enough in this city to fill a fortnight’s itinerary, but if you’re short on time, weekend breaks in Budapest are all you need to tick off some of the top sights and soak up the city’s unique atmosphere – whistle-stop holidays to Budapest can be as lively or laid-back as you like.

Those with energy to burn can hike in the Buda Hills and party into the night in the city’s youthful, student-vibe bars and clubs, while those seeking more relaxing weekend breaks in Budapest can unwind in its opulent coffee houses and thermal baths.

With a short flight time from the UK and competitively-priced flights, cheap Budapest city breaks in 2017 are easy to pull together. Use the travel-planning tools on TravelSupermarket to create your ideal getaway, whether you’re after a budget group trip or an all-inclusive holiday in Budapest for two.

When to go 

Holidays to Budapest can be taken throughout the year. The city is sunny from March through to May, while September and October are crisp and bright, making spring and autumn gloriously mild, crowd-free times to visit.

Easter and summer are busy in Budapest and it’s harder to find cheap Budapest package holidays during these peak times. However, if you act early you can often unearth a bargain.

A summer break can be worth splashing out on, especially if want to see Budapest’s lively festival season in full swing.

Winter in the city is generally dark and chilly, with many attractions reducing opening hours or shutting up shop entirely. However, compare city breaks to Budapest and you’ll be rewarded with Christmas markets and snow-dusted scenery.

Events for your diary

Take a break in April and catch the Budapest Spring Festival. Showcasing the best local and international talent in classical, opera, jazz and folk music, this huge cultural event takes over the capital for a fortnight, with hundreds of performances across dozens of venues.