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 A wooden big dipper! |
Allatkerti korut, 14/16 Vidam Park, District XIV Budapest 1146 Hungary +36 1 343 9810 http://www.vidampark.hu |
Expect dodgems, a fine merry-go-round and allegedly the oldest wooden big-dipper in Europe. This park is located just behind the zoo and is great fun for kids. The whole area is geared towards a great day out: besides the amusement park, you will also find two museums, a huge green space, thermal baths, the circus, and much more. It's a busy and fun place to spend a few hours, or the whole day. The easiest way to get here is on the yellow metro line, also called the Millenium Metro, which is in itself quite an attraction, as it is the oldest metro on the continent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful old tree-lined street |
Andrassy ut District VI (section from Oktogon to City Park) Budapest 1061 Hungary |
Once you get past the rather built up and hectic (though still picturesque) section of Andrassy utca that leads to Oktogon, you will discover that the street suddenly changes. Huge and beautiful buildings with intricate and ornate façades are separated from the main road by grassy traffic islands reflecting good urban planning. This street was constructed as part of the nation's millennium celebrations in 1896, along with the M1 metro, which runs beneath it. It was started in 1872 and took twelve years to complete. Since then, it has been renamed several times: first after Prime Minister Andrassy, then it changed to (believe it or not) Sztalin (i.e. Stalin) utca and after Stalin was denounced it was changed again to 'Avenue of the People's Republic'. Finally, in 1990 it changed back to Andrassy utca; which many had continued calling it all along. Enjoy a stroll all the way up to Heroes' Square, from where you can catch the M1 back to Vorosmarty. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Located in City Park |
Varosliget, Allatkerti korut 6-12 District XIV Budapest 1146 Hungary +36 1 273 4900 http://www.zoobudapest.com |
This zoo could do with more funds but it is slowly being done up. The main entrance is located right next to the famous Gundel restaurant, and a nice combination is to stop in there for a coffee before or after your visit. The zoo is just one part of this very entertaining part of the city. Within a few hundred meters you will also find Heroes' Square, two excellent museums, a huge park, an amusement park, thermal baths and more. The entrance is a delightful art-deco whimsy. There are elephants, giraffes, monkeys, rhinos and of course, ice cream stands. Check website for further details including admission prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lungs of the city |
Hosok tere District XIV Budapest 1146 Hungary +36 1 322 4098 (Tourist Information) |
The park is dominated by the Vajdahunyad Castle - originally built for the 1896 millennium celebrations - which represents every style of Hungarian architecture. In summer, there is a lake for boating, which in winter is turned into a huge and very popular skating rink. It also houses the Museum of Agriculture and a statue of George Washington. This was erected to thank America for taking in so many Hungarian immigrants in the early twentieth century. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Swimming pool and thermal baths |
Nepfurdo utca, 36 District XIII Budapest 1138 Hungary +36 1 452 4500 |
This is one of the city's larger swimming and bath complexes which has just opened four new pools. In 1948 the site was opened as a swimming pool complex, but in the early seventies, hot water began to be piped in from the nearby Szechenyi thermal baths. Today, there are three thermal pools, ranging from 33 degrees centigrade to 38 degrees centigrade, as well as a range of swimming pools (including children's ones). To add to the fun there is a playground, slides, sports ground, restaurant and free table tennis tables. In short, it's a great place to spend a sunny day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Apartment of the famous composer |
Vorosmarty utca, 35 District VI Budapest 1064 Hungary +36 1 322 9804 |
This museum is the actual four-room apartment that was given to Liszt by the Hungarian government. He lived here every winter for six years until 1886 (the year of his death). Despite his preference for simplicity, the government provided him with all the luxuries of the day, which make for interesting viewing. The building and its furnishings give us a glimpse into the composer's life and times. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hungarian war memorial |
Top of Andrassy ut (District VI) Budapest 1062 Hungary |
This imposing square was built for the 1896 millennium celebrations. It is dominated by the Archangel Gabriel who is surrounded by seven statues representing the chiefs of the seven Magyar tribes who settled in this area (supposedly in AD 896). The large open space is dedicated to the Hungarian war memorial and attracts tourists, skateboarders and inline skaters in their dozens. Check out the recently restored art museums on either side of the square. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic memorial collection |
Kodaly korond, 1 District VI Budapest 1062 Hungary +36 1 352 7106 |
Zoltan Kodaly was a contemporary of Bartok; in fact, they both studied Hungarian folk music together, traveling throughout the country. The two men made some 16,000 recordings (on wax cylinders) of peasant and folk music. Kodaly's apartment is an authentic and largely unaltered testament to his work. It contains period furniture as well as folk objects, manuscripts and items from his personal collection. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oldest in continental Europe |
Vorosmarty ter, Deak ter Budapest 1051 Hungary |
This short metro line (marked in yellow on all the maps) was the first underground railway to be built in continental Europe (London's was the first ever). It was built just below street level for the 1896 millennium celebrations. Only 11 stations long, it starts at Vorosmarty ter, followed by Deak ter and heads up through Opera and Oktagon, running under Andrassy ut to Hosok tere and finishing two stops later at Mexikoi ut. As it takes in many of the tourist sites, it's a very useful and quick way of getting about. All the stations were refurbished in 1995/6 and remain virtually exactly the same as they were when first built. Make sure you go down the correct entrance - trains run on the same side as the direction of the traffic above them. Normal metro/bus tickets can be used. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wonderful collection in stunning building |
Dózsa György út 41 Budapest 1146 Hungary +36 1 469 7100 http://www.museum.hu/search/mu... |
This spectacular and renovated building houses a museum that's massive in scale (slightly intimidating in fact), with a wide range of exhibits. It's noted for its Spanish collection, most of which comes from the famous Count Esterhazy who picked up the pieces at bargain prices. Everything from El Greco to Goya is here. There is also an interesting display of Roman vases and artifacts (lots of huge toga-holding safety pins) as well as many other works. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Geological history of Hungary |
Stefania ut 14 district XIV Budapest 1143 Hungary +36 1 267 1427 |
The building that contains these exhibits is stunning. An almost perfect example of Hungarian Art Nouveau, it has a gorgeous roof with lacy features. Inside you will find exhibits and displays detailing the geological history of the nation. There are fossils, a collection of the various minerals that have been found in Hungary and explanations of geological phenomena. Admission is HUF 150. Guides are available in English, German and Hungarian. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A fun way to learn |
Fény u. 20-22 Pest Budapest 1024 Hungary +36 1 438 5300 / +36 1 438 5312 http://www.museum.hu/search/pe... |
This is a place where kids beg to be taken. Almost all of the exhibits offer some type of interactive element (pushing buttons, pulling things, moving things about and so on). Each of the games is intended to reveal a scientific principle or give a demonstration. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The east side of the Danube |
the eastern side of the Danube Budapest 1011 Hungary |
Pest lies, flat and proud, as far as the eye can see. The best vantage-point to gaze upon it is from hilly Buda, and the opposite is also true; Buda is best seen from Pest. To fully appreciate Pest, climb to the top of Gellert Hill, or stare down from one of the many fine panoramic points on Castle Hill. Buda and Pest were two separate cities until as recently as 1873. They have very different characters but it's not possible to say that there is a right or a wrong side of the river; they both have their charms and surprises. Fortunately it's easy to explore both sides. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous collector and curator |
Varosligeti fasor 12 district VI Budapest 1068 Hungary +36 1 142 3916 |
This small museum offers you the chance to visit one of the beautiful villas on this street. Unfortunately, the inside has been completely remodelled to display the personal collection of Rath Gyorgy but it's definitely worth stepping into. Rath Gyorgy was the first director of the Fine Arts museum and, like many in his day, he had a passion for Japanese and Chinese objects. These items are clearly displayed inside the building that used to be his home. Admission is HUF 160. Guides are available in English, German, Hungarian and - believe it or not- Mongolian. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Massive pool and bath complex |
Allatkerti korut, 11 Budapest 1146 Hungary +36 1 321 0310 |
Perhaps the most popular swimming and bathing area in the city, this complex offers five mixed curative baths, four women's pools and three men's pools. The water comes from almost a kilometre underground. The open-air swimming pool is huge, and there is a wide range of activities on offer, e.g. underwater gymnastics. The roof is for sun-seekers and offers men's, women's and mixed nude sunbathing. A complete medical team is also on hand for advice and therapy. Some services are seasonal, so do phone ahead to check. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Massive sand clock |
Dosza Gyorgy ut District XIV Budapest 1146 Hungary |
This is Budapest's latest landmark: it's eight meters high and doesn't actually tell the time. Instead, it is to be ceremonially turned over each New Year (at midnight of course) and the large amount of sand inside will then flow down, symbolising the relentless passing of time. It's a great idea for a new and interesting New Year tradition. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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