Hungary
Budapest
Attractions
Attractions in Budapest
Aquincum Museum (Aquincumi Muzeum)
The remains of a former military garrison of the Roman province of Pannonia include a large amphitheater for 1,600 spectators.
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Castle Hill (Varhegy)
Lovingly restored after being reduced to rubble during World War II, this picturesque area is located in the heart of medieval Budapest, which is characterized by cobblestone streets, narrow alleys and lovely squares surrounded by baroque and classical buildings.
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Citadella
Located on the summit of Gellert Hill, this fortress was built by the Hapsburgs in 1854 to keep the city under surveillance.
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City Park (Varosliget)
Varosliget is a great place to spend all day long. In summer you can take a look at the architecture of Vajhudunyad castle, take a seat nearby lake and feed the ducks, to visit Szechenyi spas' or visit a zoo and vidam park (attractions, rollecoasters etc) which are also located on the territory of Varosliget. In winter it's a perfect place for open-air ice skating
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Gellert Hill and Statue (Gellert Hegy)
The best views of Budapest and the Danube River are from this hill, which also features the imposing fortress, the Citadella, at its summit.
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Great / Central Synagogue (Nagy Zsinagoga)
The world's second-largest synagogue, featuring a room that holds three thousand people, is a center for the large Jewish community of Budapest.
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House of Terror
A museum devoted to various historical terror regimes and practices.
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Hungarian National Museum (Magyar Nemzeti Muzeum)
The history of Hungary and its people through the ages is covered in many magnificent exhibits and works of art.
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Museum of Fine Arts (Szepmuveszeti Muzeum)
Housing some of the finest works of foreign art in Hungary, this museum features prints, Ancient Sculpture and a good collection of Old Masters.
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Museum of Military History (Hadtorteneti Muzeum)
Located in a former municipal army barracks, this museum traces the history of war in Hungary through an extensive collection of war memorabilia, ranging from weapons and uniforms to coins and flags.
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Museum of Transport (Kozlekedesi Muzeum)
Trace the history of Hungarian railways, shipping and the development of the modern car and motorcycle through scale models, interesting exhibits, films and lectures.
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Heroes' Square (Hosok tere)
A large square constructed in 1896 for the millennium of the Magyar Conquest of Hungary. The square's Millennial Monument is flanked by the Fine Arts Museum and the Mucsarnok Art Gallery.
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