Your Budapest Travel Questions Answered by a Local

Your Budapest Travel Questions Answered by a Local | Hungary Travel Guide

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In this video we answer some of the most common questions regarding Budapest for travelers. Visiting the Capitol of Hungary can be a blast, but you may have some basic questions on how to get around, what currency to use and in what area to book your accomodation. These are the answers by a Budapest Local!
We answer the following questions:
- Should I bring cash or is credit card accepted in Budapest?
- Where should I book my accomodation? What are the best areas to Stay at?
- How to get from the Airport to Budapest City center
- Which Thermal Baths are the best?
- How to visit the Hungarian Parliament? What to do if tickets have sold out?
- How to get around Budapest? Taxi? Publix Transport? By Walking?
- What are the best ruin bars in Budapest?
- Is there any fun things to do for kids in Budapest?
- What are the Best things to do in Budapest?
- Is the Budapes Card or the Public Transport Pass a better value?
- What's the weather like in Budapest?
- Should you tip in a restaurant in Budapest? What is the recommended percentage for a tip?
- What do to in Budapest during Christmas?
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If You want to get some more ideas on what to do in Budapest, check out our playlist regarding the Best of Budapest:
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:32 Should you use Cash or Credit card?
01:27 Where to book hotel in Budapest?
02:03 How to get from Aiport to Budapest?
02:54 What are the best things to do in Budapest?
03:47 Which are the best Thermal Baths?
05:09 How to visit the Hungarian Parliament
06:05 How to get around in Budapest?
07:57 What are the best Ruin Bars?
08:57 What are fun things to do for Kids?
10:00 Budapest Card vs Public Transport Pass?
10:50 What's the Weather like in Budapest?
11:23 How to tip in Budapest?
12:11 Things to do in Budapest around Christmas?

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@StuffedCabbageAdventures 5 ай бұрын

VIDEO about the TOP 10 Hungarian dishes you should try in a Restaurant is out now, as well with Restaurant recommendations. Make sure to check out :) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f7mSrLOQldDGcnk.html

@racalcagno 8 ай бұрын

Dear tourists, I am a local Budapest tour guide, I can confirm Akos advices wholeheartedly, honestly, humbly, straightforwardly, ethically, no tricks whatsoever. Listen to him! 🙌🏽

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the message! Especially happy because it comes from someone who's actual job is to know the ins and outs of Budapest 😊

@patricksp71 2 ай бұрын

We are visiting in July do you offer private tours?

@margaretsvoboda3725 4 ай бұрын

I love your videos, and Ilive that you are a local. I am bringing my father to Budapest in June 2024. He grew up in Budapest. He and his family left in 1956 during the revolution, and he has not been back since. He will be 81 this year. Your videos are really informative. Thank you.

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I hope you'll have a lovely time here in June and your father can also share some stories as he walks again on the streets he grew up on 😊

@christyhadland5066 Ай бұрын

That’s awesome! I lived in Bp from 92-96 and I am going back after 30 years with my youngest son ❤ we are so excited. I find all of this information still true today. It’s definitely more expensive now but still affordable ❤

@kathygaudio7114 2 ай бұрын

Great info with out a lot of extraneous ❤. Thanks

@nohaylamujer 9 ай бұрын

Thank you, Mr Töltött Káposzta

@simonnewbold444 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting and full of all the information needed. 😊

@lpincham 10 ай бұрын

You are adorable and trustworthy! Really enjoyed this. Will visit your beautiful city in November!

@petercox7970 Жыл бұрын

Regarding transport from the Airport, we bought a 72 hour Budapest travelcard. It is not valid on the direct bus 100e in the city centre, but is valid on the 200e bus to Kobanya Kipest where you change to the M3 metro service that is free also on your travelcard. Both buses frequent, most of the day and easily accessible outside the airport.

@tutorialsforteachers 5 ай бұрын

I love your videos! I’m visiting Budapest next week hopefully, and I’ve already learnt a lot from you❤❤ many thanks!

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 5 ай бұрын

Glad to help! I wish you a pleasant time here in Budapest! :)

@rogrrr 4 ай бұрын

Szia Akos!! I found your channel like 30 minutes ago and I absolutely love your content. I visited Veli Bej fürdö in 2019 and that was truly amazing. A bit weird opening hours but the lack of tourists made it a unique experience. Thank god for your correct pronunciation of the hungarian names and places. 👍 Közönöm szepen and keep up the good work!

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Happy to read you enjoy our content! :) Veli Bej may have the weird opening hours indeed, but it's totally worth fitting it into a program 😊

@Estilove1 Жыл бұрын

Love his accent 🙂

@oscargomez6993 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your advised..Im hitting there in 2 weeks

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Thanks ☺️ hope you will have a great time

@brancofuncic5519 Жыл бұрын

Szia. nagyszerű videó és kiváló információk a nyugati utazók számára. Külföldi tartózkodásom után végre visszatértem, és elküldöm ezt a videót néhány barátomnak.

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Köszönöm! :)

@valerieclement136 Жыл бұрын

Very nice video, thank you so much! i'll be there in November 😊

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, hope you'll have a great time when you come to Budapest 😊

@armoniard4782 8 ай бұрын

How was the weather in November? Which clothes are better to wear?

@traceysung2794 Ай бұрын

loving the first question! i was debating if i should bring cash. good to know most of the places accept credit cards! thanks

@riverjiang7441 Ай бұрын

分享的很好给讚

@jhcvideo Жыл бұрын

Hi Ákos - thank you for all your videos! I am slowly going through your play list, pausing them to look on google maps and making lots of notes.... looking forward to my visit in August. However, I have a technical question.... what editing software do you use? and what camera for the videos? I make videos myself (although not many on KZfaq) but like the style of your pop-up titles etc. thanks, Phil.

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Hope you'll have a great time when you visit 😀 For editing most of the videos I use Premiere Pro and use other products by Adobe to make the graphics and visuals etc. For shooting I use a Sony A7C camera combined with a 24-105 /F4 lens.

@pscholachagudda__ Жыл бұрын

Love you bro ❤❤ from india

@PrinzzMusicDK 9 ай бұрын

I took a freelancer cab by mistake. He wanted 14.000 forint for a 5min cab drive. I drove 12 taxis on my trip, all of them less than 4500 forint. I told him that, also told him to get the price down or I would just leave the cab without paying anything. Didn’t realize he was a freelancer. He said something about him not being a Uber driver like the other ones I used(which was not Uber, it was bolt) however, I got him down to 8000, paid him and told him to F off on the way out😂 totally ruined my night, just had the best evening cruise on the Danube. But yea, use Bolt, they are the best

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your story! Indeed it's a pitty that we still have this burden... luckily with companies and having apps to have proof of travel things are better these days, it's just those pesky "freelancer"s causing the negative experiences... but I hope other than that, you still had a good time in the city overall :)

@PrinzzMusicDK 9 ай бұрын

@@StuffedCabbageAdventures we had a great time. He was the only minus on our 3 day trip, Budapest was beautiful and we met only nice locals

@peterMM36 4 ай бұрын

Taxi prices got a bit higher like a year ago, almost double in price😢

@knox1664 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant thank you! Any advice for the F1 weekend? We are coming from ireland for 1 week

@knox1664 Жыл бұрын

we are 6 people if that helps =)

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Hey there! You can check the formula 1 hungarian gp website few weeks before the race usually then they list ways of getting to the circuit (there are always special services operated for getting to and from the track). August is one of the hottest months, but sometimes a storm comes and goes (which results in some good races at times 😃). Other then these notes, just enjoy the city, and perhaps if you are here for a week, go to the Countryside, maybe to Szentendre for a day or if you care to travel a bit further then visit Lake Balaton for a chill time 😊

@elvico2216 Ай бұрын

Can you wear swimming socks in the thermal baths? Great video btw

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Ай бұрын

Hey there! I do not see any rules that forbid that, just make sure they are washed before entering the pools or pull em up only when you enter :)

@alekspetrovska4399 10 ай бұрын

Hey! Thank you for being so helpful! I have a question for you. If I buy a 24-hour or 72-hour travel pass, should I always verify the ticket (for example, on the app with the QR code or the printed copy)? Thanks in advance!

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 10 ай бұрын

Hey there, if you have a pass you only need to scan the QR code if a bus is Front boarding, so you need to show your pass basically to the driver but mostly it's buses in the outskirts where this is needed, in the inner city it will be board wherever you want, no need to scan. In all other cases, only if the BKK ticket validator folks ask for your pass that's when you need to bring up the "show for control" part in the app. Have a nice stay 😊

@rosalindrussell1020 Жыл бұрын

Budapest is great! The only slight drawback is that some places charge a much higher admission fee if you're from the UK

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Yeah unfortunately for some reason this is applicable for non EU citizens. I know only about the Parliament that does this. Is there another place as well where you had this experience?

@rosalindrussell1020 Жыл бұрын

@@StuffedCabbageAdventures The House of Terror has discounts available for those under 25 and over 62 who are from the EU but if you're not in the EU you pay full price

@juliea4857 Жыл бұрын

Ouch...you guys shouldn't have left the EU...😂

@surrealfabet 11 ай бұрын

All geopolitical or else discrimination should be banned in EU period. In Spain, if you're not lical, you'll be charged like 50% more for a beer or tapa. I'm so pissed that these tapas bars dont have prises listed anywhere, and when I asked for a price list after thez charged me 4.20 euro for a 400ml beer, the answer was they dont have a price list, and they dictate the price. I'm so pissed with Spain, I'll sell my house in S Spain and move back to Hungary.

@feiryfella 10 ай бұрын

@@juliea4857 Yeah, we know. Sensible people never wanted to leave.

@yomipapa4687 2 ай бұрын

Your channel is very imformative as you are local. I plan to travel Budapest from 1st May till 9th May. But some of my friends say it is too long to stay at Budapest only. Do you have any advise to spend more useful and look around hungary other areas you recommend to soend time?

@yomipapa4687 2 ай бұрын

I am a solo traveler

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Ай бұрын

Hello there! 8-9 days in Budapest only may indeed be a bit long but there are many places you can easily reach from here and have some great daytrips: Szentendre is one of the easiest ones to reach or Gödöllő with the Sissy Palace. Places like Visegrád, Esztergom or a bit further to Eger, Győr, Székesfehérvár. The Buda mountains have a lot of nice areas to hike. I can go on for hours, but if you look at our playlist for "Around Hungary" you may get some ideas :)

@marl-velloustravelph1619 4 ай бұрын

Hello, i am just your new subscriber.. thanks a lot to your videos it helps me alot, i will be in budapest this february 20 to 23.. can you recomend someone for tour guide tat offer a tour package there? Thanks in advance

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 4 ай бұрын

Hello there! Thanks for Subbing, glad to hear our videos can help! :) I personally don't know tourguides, however in Facebook groups like "Budapest Holiday, Hotel and Travel Tips for Tourists" and "Things to Do in Budapest" many of them are active and glad to offer their services, and you can also find recommendations from other visitors of Budapest. I would drop a post into these groups or search for existing posts with recommendations :) I hope that helps!

@servisimin 11 ай бұрын

Hi, I just discovered your page, thank you for this video. I was wondering If Budapest Pass is for 1 person or if I can use it for more than 1 person at the same time. what would you suggest I to get for a transportation pass, we are 4 ppl, staying only for 3 days! Thank you

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 11 ай бұрын

If you mean the Budapest Card, that's for a single person as it also applies as a public transport pass. It's only worth it if you visit a lot of museums and attractions. Honestly the regular public transport pass is better (BKK is the transportation company here). Regarding the passes, for 3 days most likely the 72 hours pass is best if you use public transport on average 5 times daily. So if this is the best or single tickets depends on how often you use public transport and how much you walk instead. Just note that the passes do not cover the airport special service bus that needs a separate ticket. And yep, each individual needs a separate pass 😊

@seattlecathy 11 ай бұрын

Do womtgo to bars alone? I want to vita ruin bar! I may need to get a guide.

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 11 ай бұрын

In the bars in the downtown like in the ruin bars, people are generally pretty chill, so people can go alone if they want to. Perhaps if someone is dressed in a very revealing way that may attract attention of some drunk guys, but I think that's unfortunately everywhere in the world.

@FUJILA Ай бұрын

Just stumbled upon your channel!! We are visiting Budapest in July this year with our 8 year old child!! And recommendations?? Also how drone friendly is the city?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Ай бұрын

Hey there! Drones are regulated, depending on the weight of the drone it may need to be registered and flight areas need to be booked (anything abote 120 grams). If you search for Drone laws in Hungary the article on legter.hu gives a good overview. For children I believe Margaret Island can be a fun place (you can rent a buggy and cycle around together the island there are even some playgrounds and a nice beach as well with pools and slides). Városliget city park can also be fun, there is the balloon ride, the city zoo and also a large playground, during the summer you can do family boatrides on the lake next to the Heroes Square :) Normafa is a nice area in the Buda mountains where there is a large playground and opportunity to hike in the woods and visit a lookout spot (Elisabeth lookout tower). I hope you'll have a lot of fun here :)

@FUJILA Ай бұрын

@@StuffedCabbageAdventures thank you very much!!

@carltonthesponge Жыл бұрын

Since the Chain Bridge is closed, what's the best way to cross from Buda to Pest vice versa?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Well there are many other bridges in excellent condition 😉 but the best way will be using Google maps, it's right most of the time 😉

@moon_fake Жыл бұрын

Chain bridge is already open for bus, taxi and bicycle anyway. So you can cross it using bus 16, 105, 178 and 216

@saoc.8050 Жыл бұрын

Give us some good Exchange offices brother..

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

There are many in the city center around Deák Ferenc square, Vörösmarty square or Váci street. Just take a stroll and check the prices, they are much better than ones at the airport. Many of them are part of large chains, so it's safe to exchange there.

@boomerix 11 ай бұрын

The best one (in my opinion) is close to Gellért Tér

@mgreen9092 Жыл бұрын

Does the Christmas market business’s take cash or card?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Last year the main markets took card, some of the stalls didn't even accept cash, only cards. 🎄🎅

@feiryfella 10 ай бұрын

What taxi company do you recommend? I have disabilities and cannot walk everywhere all the time sadly.

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 10 ай бұрын

Hey there! Bolt is probably the most convenient. No need to pay directly to driver, the app on the phone takes the money from your card (if you have it added) and can easily use to hail a cab. Though if you come from the airport, there is a Főtaxi kiosk there which is perfectly fine to get to the city and your hotel, but from that point possibly Bolt is the best option 😊

@koushiksreenivas6493 7 ай бұрын

Hello Akos, one query. what is the best sim card if you would recommend and should we buy it from airport or any grocery store in the city?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 7 ай бұрын

Hey there! Honestly all 3 carriers are good enough in terms of coverage and quality if you explore Budapest. There is a Yettel stand right at the airport and they offer tourist specific short term usage deals, but you can also visit a Telekom or Vodafone store in the city, or another Yettel branch. There you may get better deals depending on your requirements. Just note that you'll need to show ID in order to get a deal with them and a sim card. Either go with the Yettel offers at airport or check which brand has a store closest to your hotel 😊

@koushiksreenivas6493 7 ай бұрын

Thank You@@StuffedCabbageAdventures. All your tips are awesome, we are arriving on friday to budapest for a 4 days trip. Hope weather will be good enough to enjoy the city.

@srishtilakhotia1781 2 ай бұрын

I have a question Whats the best place for parties or clubbing or even concerts in Budapest from 16th to 19th April ? Please guide

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 2 ай бұрын

Hey there! Regarding concerts my go to places are usually A38 ship or Aquarium Hall. Other places like Analog Music Hall, Dürer Kert or Barba Negra are found a bit further out of the city, and Budapest Park is also a great place but it only opens at the very end of April I believe. For clubbing the general go to place for most is Instant but it can get a bit crowded or there is Morrison's 2. In all honesty, my days of clubbing are a bit behind, so I am not too deep into that scene these days :)

@bistraqnkova8953 3 ай бұрын

If the service charge it’s included in the bill do you have to pay the full amount? It’s different in every country 😊

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 3 ай бұрын

Hi there! Yes, if service charge is indicated and included in the final price on the bill it must be paid in full.

@rachelzahn6945 7 ай бұрын

Hi, what about taking indrive (Uber similar app), is this taxi shar8ng app reliable?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 7 ай бұрын

Hey there! Best alternative is Bolt which is the closest to Uber. Order via app and pay via app, no cash needed this way and more easily trackable 😊

@mariacristinapascual9525 2 ай бұрын

hi! i wanna ask if it’s better to go around with our car or use public transportations. because we have kids, specially a toddler. 😊 thanks

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 2 ай бұрын

Hey there! In all honesty I believe that a car in Budapest isn't the best option, public transport is reliable, fast and cheap. Getting a parking space can be a hastle and it can be expensive if you need to park for longer in the city center.

@kn4573 Жыл бұрын

Hi Bro ,Csanytelek Pusztaszeri To City Centre which Bus can i take p lease let me know bro ....Thank You .

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Hi. Please check this website for more information. www.volanbusz.hu/en/timetable/internatrional-services/buy-your-ticket/personally/nepliget-international-ticket-office#

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Hey there, Csanytelek is a small village, closeby is a protected nature area of Pusztaszer, but Pusztaszer is also another village. So not sure where exactly you want to depart from, however I would advise to use google maps and use the directions it gives. You'll probably need to take a Bus to a larger town from where you can use the train to get to Budapest. 🙂

@kn4573 Жыл бұрын

@@StuffedCabbageAdventures Thanks bro.

@ikbenbritt2521 2 ай бұрын

Hi! I will be going to Budapest next week, coming from Belgium! But I was wondering, are the exchange offices in Budapest reliable? Or do they charge an extra fee when you want to exchange euros?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 2 ай бұрын

Hey there! The exchange offices are reliable, those that are branded and part of major chains. Some will have a commission and some will just build the commission into their rates, but you can ask the staff if commission is counted separately or not and how much is it.

@ikbenbritt2521 2 ай бұрын

@@StuffedCabbageAdventures Thank you very much for the information!

@susanrautenbach5496 14 күн бұрын

Would you recommend an ebike paid tour?I think maybe not?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 13 күн бұрын

I personally don't go on tours but that doesnt mean they aren't a good way to explore a city. I see a lot of ebike tours and those "tourist-chopper" tours, and people seem to have fun with them :) However I think that walking tours are a bit better, more laid back, you don't need to pay attention to traffic and other pedestrians when going from A to B :)

@seattlecathy Жыл бұрын

Will I need a new SIM card for my phone? If so where do I get it?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Hey there! Sim cards should work, however I do not know what charges may apply to you specifically. If you need a sim (for cheaper data usage) you can get chargeable sims at one of the carriers' stores (like Telekom, Vodafone or Yettel) 😊

@MaRiaMaRakiMp 7 ай бұрын

Hello from a friend in Greece. Im going to come at 30th of December and return at 2nd on Jan. How about thiw period at Budapest? Is it like Christmas period or museums, bars and restaurants are open these days?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 7 ай бұрын

Hey there! January 1st is a public Holiday, then most things will be closed but on the other days everything will operate. On December 31st Eve most places will be very busy so it is recommended to book tables ahead. You'll also be able to catch the Christmas Market which will operate till January 1st :)

@MaRiaMaRakiMp 7 ай бұрын

Thank you !! Another question... Thermal Baths are usually open January 1st?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 7 ай бұрын

Szechenyi Baths website shows opening hours for Jan 1 from 10 am in the morning. Usually the others are also open on these days they may just open slightly later than usual :)

@anniea8970 6 ай бұрын

Hello, im planning a budapest trip next week. Would 3.5 days be enough?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 6 ай бұрын

Hey there! It depends how much you wish to squeeze in, but for a first visit and seeing the most important places, you can get a lot out of 3.5 days, should be enough for an enjoyable time 😊

@anniea8970 6 ай бұрын

@@StuffedCabbageAdventuresthank you so much! It is my first time visiting and i am really excited!

@woogeikkeow7952 Жыл бұрын

How to get, subscribe good and affordable internet service in Budapest? As u mentioned using Google map.

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Hey there, if you wish to subscribe to a carrier, just visit one of the larger stores for Telekom, Vodafone or Yettel in the city center, I am sure they can help. Have friends on all carriers and no real complaints for any of them :)

@woogeikkeow7952 Жыл бұрын

@@StuffedCabbageAdventures thanks, but b4 reaching town, how? Will get 100E bus via BudapestGo, hope to hv great experience in Budapest starting tomorrow ☺️

@iamrips2132 Ай бұрын

does fisherman's bastion have elevator or lift

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Ай бұрын

Hey there! No unfortunately it does not. However in all honesty, the view there isn't super different from below, you can look out from the glassless windows on the wall.

@caxibelle 3 ай бұрын

I need to make dinner Rsvn for 12persons; most restaurant does not have email for communication.

@StuffedCabbageAdventures 3 ай бұрын

For larger guest groups the places usually ask for a call to be made. Most of the restaurants in the center speak English, so if you wish to book (and for a group of 12 I believe you should), just give a call to the place you wish to visit 😊

@MoritVincent Жыл бұрын

What about thermobaths and childeren(my 3 year old)? Can they go there?

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

Rudas Thermal baths and Dandár Baths have restrictions and children under 14 years old are not allowed. The rest do not have such restrictions, however please also note that I am not a health expert 😅, but Széchenyi for example has childrens pools, so perhaps taking young ones there is okay, although in my opinion they should not bath in the hot thermal pools with 32+ degrees water, only pools designated for children.

@MoritVincent Жыл бұрын

@@StuffedCabbageAdventures Thank you for your answer. The normal temperature is 37 °C for a kid(it’s his normal body temperature). How hot are those bath’s? 😇

@StuffedCabbageAdventures Жыл бұрын

The temperatures for the pools varies, there are different kinds in each bathhouse. However the official websites show the following response to a related question: "The services of Dandár and Rudas Baths can not be used under 14 years. The water of the other baths is not recommended under the age of 14, either. In case parents insist to come with a baby, he/she can enter the pools only if toilet-trained." - Hope this helps 😊