Lonely Planet Pocket Budapest

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Budapest - and discover twice the city in half the time!

Discover Budapest's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From taking a tour of the city by road and river on a bright-yellow amphibious bus, to slipping into the Veli Bej Baths, and exploring the House of Houdini museum.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet Pocket Budapest travel guide:

• Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days.
• Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design, and navigate Budapest with ease.
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including the Royal Palace, Gellert Baths, and Memento Park.
• Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions.
• Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights.
• Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Budapest's best-kept secrets and rising trends.
• Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section.
• Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance.
• Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors.
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel.
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull-out map of Budapest.

Covers: Castle District; Gellert Hill & Taban; Obuda; Belvaros; Parliament & Around; Margaret Island & Northern Pest; Erzsebetvaros & the Jewish Quarter; Southern Pest.

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Budapest.