Sat either side of the River Danube, Budapest may be pretty chilly this time of year but that just turns it into more of a magical winter wonderland.
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When: Winter (December – February)
Flight time: 2hrs 9mins
Average day temp: Dec 1⁰C /Jan -1⁰C /Feb 1⁰C
Highlights
- The Hungarian Parliament Building is simply stunning – cross the Danube to the Buda side or take a river tour to appreciate it fully. You can tour the interior of the building too although tickets must be purchased in advance.
- For a magical winter wonderland experience make your way to Europe’s largest ice-skating rink set on the frozen boating lake.
- Warm up with some Hungarian food and wine. Check out the Tokaji (pronounced Tok-eye) – it comes in sweet and dry varieties – you may just have to try both!
- If you’re there for Christmas, then visit the famous Christmas fair on Vörösmarty Square, the oldest in Budapest.