5 Attractions That Will Make You Fall in Love with Budapest
4. St. Stephen’s Basilica
What would a visit to Europe be without the mention of a big, magnificent, Catholic church? St. Stephen’s Basilica in Budapest, named after the first king of Hungary, is said to house St. Stephen’s right hand, which is supposedly incorruptible.
Besides a breathtaking altar, sanctuary and cupola, the Basilica is also one of the tallest buildings in Budapest. This means that visitors can either choose to climb a few hundred steps – or take the elevator – to the dome and be treated to a practically unencumbered 360-degree view of the city. Just like the Dohany Street Synagogue, it is worth a visit, even if you are not religious.
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5. Andrassy Ut
On a nice day in Budapest, take the 2.5km walk down Andrassy ut. This major avenue in the center of the city starts at Hero’s Square (another must-see attraction!) and ends at St. Stephen’s Basilica. Along the way, you’ll see a plethora of shops, restaurants and museums that might catch your eye.
Museums and cultural centers on Andrassy ut include the Liszt Ferenc Music Academy, the Hungarian State Opera, the Postal Museum, the House of Terror (a museum about Nazism and Communism) and the Miniversum, a new interactive children’s museum.
If you ever get stuck for something to do in Budapest during your visit, just get yourself to Andrassy ut and you’ll find something to do or a place to eat in no time.
