Hungary's graceful capital, Budapest, is one of the most exciting of all European cities with a deep and long history and culture which goes back over a thousand years. Remarkably, this stately and elegant city has managed to retain its own local flavor despite the major upheaval Hungary has experienced since the fall of communism at the end of the 1980's.

You will certainly have fun in Budapest. You can soak yourself in thermal water, go caving in the Buda hills, take in some great operas and classical concerts, sample some amazing Hungarian cuisine and enjoy the magic and beauty of this unique capital. Locals are friendly and easy to approach, and the city itself is safe. Hungarians use a very unique language and they are very enthusiastic when a foreigner makes the effort to use it.

There is so much to do in Budapest and some great shopping too! There are amazing bargains to be found everywhere. You can spend hours browsing in tiny shops, markets or shopping centers throughout the city. Hungary produces many traditional folk art items including ceramics, embroidery, dolls in folk costume, hand-painted Herend and Zsolnay porcelain, crystal and Halas lace.

Budapest has something for everyone!