Where to Stay in Budapest for First Time Visitors
First time visitors to Budapest may wonder as to whether they will be better off if they are looking for accommodation in Budapest. It is Hungary’s capital city which is famous for architectural, cultural and historical backgrounds. As you will be inundated with various sites and activities to visit, selecting the right district to live in will significantly improve your vacation. In this article, we will discuss a few of the best districts for first-time visitors in Budapest, try to provide comprehensive and useful information that will help you to choose the right place for staying and to have a wonderful time.
1. District V (Belváros-Lipótváros)
Budapest District V is centrally located, as it is recommended for guests who wish to be amidst the city’s prime areas. This area is considered one of the historical sites that consist of the Hungarian Parliament Building, St Stephen’s Basilica and the Chain Bridge. It will also be convenient to visit these sites because numerous restaurants, cafes, and shops are situated around these sites.
If you are interested in going out in the evenings, District V is suitable as it contains an option of excellent nightclubs and bars. The place is well covered with means of transport which one might use to tour other parts of Budapest.
2. District VII (Erzsébetváros)
If one wishes to experience more vigorous and artistic feel of the area, then it is called District VII. One of the popular features of this area is ruin bars when the abandoned buildings are used as the bars that are exceptionally extraordinary. szimpla kert is one of the most renowned bars in Budapest which has been built in the ruined area.
Besides the nightlife, District VII is also a place where the Great Synagogue, the largest of its kind in the European continent, is located. There are still commercialized areas such as new generation restaurants, small specialty stores and even graffiti art work.
3. District VI (Terézváros)
The major attraction of District VI is that it is the first one, which people visit after arriving to the city and it has an atmosphere of luxurious comfort. One can visit such places like Andrássy Avenue which is also rated as the World Heritage place; this place has got beautiful shops, commercial buildings and townhouses. This district can also be noted for the presence of the culture arts; the Hungarian State Opera House and the House of Terror Museum.
For the shopping lovers, District VI and specifically the WestEnd City Center is one of the biggest shopping malls in Budapest. Food lovers will not be disappointed with the accommodation facilities because the region contains a fine dining restaurant and other quality eating places including cafés.
4. District I (Castle District)
The third satisfactory neighborhood is the Castle district which offers a more historic and charming look. This vicinity is situated on the western side of the Danube and adorned with centuries-old buildings of Gothic design and one of the most beautiful city views of the Danube River.
When in the Castle District, you can visit the District attractions like Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion and Matthias Church. Besides historical attractions there are cobblestone streets, small picturesque cafes, and shops in the given district.
5. District XIII (Újlipótváros)
If the seeker of a home is looking for a more low density and less cosmopolitan type of a region, District XIII would be the most appropriate one. This location is situated on the Pest side and the area is quiet but ideally situated to provide convenient access to the most important parts of Budapest.
District XIII is famous for representing green areas in Budapest as well as for having many recreational places such as Margaret Island containing parks, gardens and thermal springs. There are many shops, eateries, cafes and other establishments within the neighborhood and they will make you feel that you are in Budapest.
Final Thoughts
In choosing the place of accommodation in Budapest for the first time, it is necessary to pay attention to your own needs and the places of interest. There is an area in Budapest for everybody: for those who like active night life, for those who appreciate the localization in the center of the city and for those who like the historical atmosphere of the buildings. Towns can be classified as District V, District VII, District VI, District I and District XIII among others.
However, do not forget that whether you decide to book apartments in the city center or in any other districts of the Hungarian capital, Budapest is a perfect city for walking. It is worth to take a walk along its streets and enjoy the scenery, as well as find out more interesting places. Welcome to Budapest, hope you will have a nice trip here for the first time.
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