--- title: "FAQ — Budapest" description: "Answers to common questions about New York: tickets, tours, attractions and how to book." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://budapest.yt/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Faq", "item": "https://budapest.yt/pt/faq" } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the best time of year to visit Budapest?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Spring (April to June) and early autumn (September to October) offer the most pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Summer is lively with festivals but hot, while winter is magical thanks to Christmas markets and the thermal baths." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How many days do I need to see Budapest?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Three to four full days are ideal to explore both Buda and Pest, enjoy a thermal bath, take a Danube cruise and visit the main museums without rushing." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Budapest expensive?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Budapest is one of the most affordable capitals in Europe. Meals, public transport and museum tickets cost noticeably less than in Vienna, Prague or Berlin." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need to speak Hungarian to get around?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. English is widely spoken in central Budapest, especially in hotels, restaurants and at major attractions. German is also common." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is the Budapest Card worth it?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, if you plan to use public transport often and visit several museums or thermal baths. The card includes free public transport and discounts of 10–50% at most attractions." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Are the thermal baths suitable for tourists?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Absolutely. Iconic spas like Széchenyi, Gellért and Rudas welcome international visitors. Bring a swimsuit, towel and flip-flops, or rent them on site." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is tap water safe to drink in Budapest?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, tap water in Budapest is safe and of excellent quality. Bring a refillable bottle to save money and reduce plastic waste." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the currency used in Budapest?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Hungary uses the Hungarian forint (HUF). Many places accept cards, but small shops and taxis may prefer cash. Pay in forints rather than euros for the best exchange rate." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I get from the airport to the city centre?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Bus 100E (Airport Express) runs every 5–10 minutes from Liszt Ferenc Airport to Deák Ferenc tér in 35–40 minutes. Taxis and pre-booked transfers are also available." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I drink alcohol on the streets in Budapest?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Drinking alcohol in public spaces is officially prohibited in central districts of Budapest, although you may see locals doing so. Bars, ruin pubs and rooftop terraces are the best places to enjoy a drink." } } ] } ] --- [Budapest](/)🌐 EN [Budapest](/) [What to See](/what-to-see) Attractions Experiences [Passes](/passes)[Exhibitions](/exhibitions)[Map](/map) $ USD 🌐 EN [Budapest](/) [What to See](/what-to-see) Attractions [![Cruises in Budapest](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/category/1153/image/4575446c-de4e-459d-802a-0e8c6a1b7c42-Cruises.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&w=1280&q=85) #### Cruises in Budapest ](/attraction/cruises-budapest)[![Széchenyi Thermal Baths](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/6fd16cbb5f0520dfed880dc5bf488e48-4973-budapest-szechenyi-bath-01.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Széchenyi Thermal Baths ](/attraction/szechenyi-baths)[![Hungarian Parliament Building](https://ilvmlsncljqxprsonjpo.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/site-assets/attractions/hungarian-parliament-hero.jpg) #### Hungarian Parliament Building ](/attraction/hungarian-parliament)[![Sparty Budapest](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/efb16da6f0a6b27b5ea0dd31daca8af3-802-budapest-sparty-budapest-01.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Sparty Budapest ](/attraction/sparty-budapest)[![Lukács Thermal Baths](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/e6fa2238-d720-471c-a690-c2f5004f9526-1764769342366-309713.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Lukács Thermal Baths ](/attraction/lukacs-bath)[![St. Stephen's Basilica](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/962cbfa825ca7cc21b2ad18abff759fc-%205941%20-%20St%20Stephen's%20Basilica%20-%20Budapest%20-%2001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### St. Stephen's Basilica ](/attraction/st-stephens-basilica)[![Light Art Museum Budapest](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/9bb0fa356420cda2186c6b5d20c29da3-3899-budapest-budapest-museum-tickets-02jpg.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Light Art Museum Budapest ](/attraction/light-art-museum)[![Hungarian State Opera House](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/2048739e-50b5-443a-8b4a-6c96d74a5b36-1765367208463-AdobeStock_473328777.jpeg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Hungarian State Opera House ](/attraction/hungarian-state-opera)[![Buda Castle](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/3f094397e56602cf418580d117d82c00-4728-budapest-buda-castle-01.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Buda Castle ](/attraction/buda-castle)[![Gellért Thermal Baths](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/c84ade699a3cf483fa4278a7a13f983c-4775-budapest-gellert-thermal-baths-01.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Gellért Thermal Baths ](/attraction/gellert-thermal-baths)[![Memento Park](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/75019e326a0dc5e6ad175392988fa251-3899-budapest-memento-park-budapest-01.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Memento Park ](/attraction/memento-park)[![Rudas Thermal Baths](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/ed2a8664-ed0d-4ff1-a151-0c8627a8c8ae-1747225466298-269090%20-%2001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Rudas Thermal Baths ](/attraction/rudas-baths) [See all Attractions](/attractions) Experiences ![Széchenyi Thermal Baths](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/6fd16cbb5f0520dfed880dc5bf488e48-4973-budapest-szechenyi-bath-01.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Széchenyi Thermal Baths 11 experiences [Combo (Save 8%): Széchenyi Spa Entry Tickets + Danube River Sightseeing Cruise From $54 ](/experience/combo-save-8-szechenyi-spa-entry-tickets-danube-river-sightseeing-cruise-szechenyi-baths)[Combo: Széchenyi Spa + Danube River Cruise (8% off) From $57 ](/experience/combo-szechenyi-danube-cruise)[Combo: Parliament Tour + Széchenyi Spa (8% off) From $67 ](/experience/combo-parliament-szechenyi)[Széchenyi Baths From $43 ](/experience/szechenyi-baths-szechenyi-baths)[Széchenyi Spa: Fast Track Entry with Locker From $38 ](/experience/szechenyi-spa-fast-track)[Combo: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off + Széchenyi Spa (8% off) From $63 ](/experience/combo-bigbus-szechenyi)[Combo: Sparty + Széchenyi Spa Entry Tickets From $130 ](/experience/combo-sparty-szechenyi-spa-entry-tickets-szechenyi-baths)[Combo: Sparty + Széchenyi Spa Tickets From $81 ](/experience/combo-sparty-szechenyi)[Széchenyi Spa: Entry Tickets with Locker or Private Cabin and Fast Track Option From $43 ](/experience/szechenyi-spa-entry-tickets-with-locker-or-private-cabin-and-fast-track-option-szechenyi-baths)[Sparty: Ultimate Late-Night Spa Party in Szechenyi Spa From $86 ](/experience/sparty-ultimate-late-night-spa-party-in-szechenyi-spa-szechenyi-baths)[Széchenyi Spa: Fast Track Entry Tickets with Premium Day Spa Access and Private Cabin From $97 ](/experience/szechenyi-spa-fast-track-entry-tickets-with-premium-day-spa-access-and-private-c-szechenyi-baths) ![Hungarian Parliament Building](https://ilvmlsncljqxprsonjpo.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/site-assets/attractions/hungarian-parliament-hero.jpg) #### Hungarian Parliament Building 10 experiences [Hungarian Parliament Building From $44 ](/experience/hungarian-parliament-building-hungarian-parliament)[Combo (Save 8%): Hungarian Parliament Multilingual Audio Guided Tour + Széchenyi Spa Entry Tickets From $81 ](/experience/combo-save-8-hungarian-parliament-multilingual-audio-guided-tour-szechenyi-spa-e-hungarian-parliament)[Combo (Save 8%): Hungarian Parliament Guided Tour + Danube River Sightseeing Cruise Tickets From $55 ](/experience/combo-save-8-hungarian-parliament-guided-tour-danube-river-sightseeing-cruise-ti-hungarian-parliament)[Combo: Parliament Tour + Danube River Cruise (8% off) From $54 ](/experience/combo-parliament-danube)[Hungarian Parliament Audio Guided Tour From $44 ](/experience/hungarian-parliament-audio-tour)[Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Cruise From $24 ](/experience/danube-river-cruise-day)[Combo: Parliament Audio Tour + Light Art Museum (5% off) From $49 ](/experience/combo-parliament-light-art)[Combo (Save 5%): Budapest St. Stephen’s Basilica Guided Tour + Hungarian Parliament Audio Guided Tour From $76 ](/experience/combo-save-5-budapest-st-stephen-s-basilica-guided-tour-hungarian-parliament-aud-hungarian-parliament)[Budapest Danube Nighttime Cruise From $28 ](/experience/danube-night-cruise)[Budapest Card 24/48/72/96/120 Hour From $38 ](/experience/budapest-card) ![Rudas Thermal Baths](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/ed2a8664-ed0d-4ff1-a151-0c8627a8c8ae-1747225466298-269090%20-%2001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Rudas Thermal Baths 3 experiences [Rudas Baths From $13 ](/experience/rudas-baths-rudas-baths)[Rudas Spa: Entry Tickets with Locker or Private Cabin From $22 ](/experience/rudas-spa-entry-tickets-with-locker-or-private-cabin-rudas-baths)[Combo: Full-Day Rudas Thermal Spa Tickets + Hungarian Parliament Audio Guided Tour From $70 ](/experience/combo-full-day-rudas-thermal-spa-tickets-hungarian-parliament-audio-guided-tour-rudas-baths) ![Sparty Budapest](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/efb16da6f0a6b27b5ea0dd31daca8af3-802-budapest-sparty-budapest-01.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Sparty Budapest 3 experiences [Sparty Budapest From $86 ](/experience/sparty-budapest-sparty-budapest)[Combo: Sparty + Széchenyi Spa Entry Tickets From $130 ](/experience/combo-sparty-szechenyi-spa-entry-tickets-sparty-budapest)[Sparty: Ultimate Late-Night Spa Party in Szechenyi Spa From $86 ](/experience/sparty-ultimate-late-night-spa-party-in-szechenyi-spa-sparty-budapest) ![Cruises in Budapest](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/category/1153/image/4575446c-de4e-459d-802a-0e8c6a1b7c42-Cruises.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&w=1280&q=85) #### Cruises in Budapest 5 experiences [Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Cruise From $15 ](/experience/budapest-danube-river-sightseeing-cruise-cruises-budapest)[Budapest Danube River Nighttime Sightseeing Cruise From $15 ](/experience/budapest-danube-river-nighttime-sightseeing-cruise-cruises-budapest)[Budapest Danube River Dinner Cruise From $98 ](/experience/budapest-danube-river-dinner-cruise-cruises-budapest)[Budapest Danube River Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks From $24 ](/experience/budapest-danube-river-sightseeing-cruise-with-drinks-cruises-budapest)[Budapest Danube River Night Lotus Cruise with Unlimited Aperol and Prosecco From $42 ](/experience/budapest-danube-river-night-lotus-cruise-with-unlimited-aperol-and-prosecco-cruises-budapest) ![Lukács Thermal Baths](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/e6fa2238-d720-471c-a690-c2f5004f9526-1764769342366-309713.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Lukács Thermal Baths 3 experiences [Combo (Save 5%): Lukacs Baths + Danube Sightseeing Cruise Tickets From $38 ](/experience/combo-save-5-lukacs-baths-danube-sightseeing-cruise-tickets-lukacs-bath)[Combo: Lukács Baths + Danube Cruise (5% off) From $41 ](/experience/combo-lukacs-danube)[Lukacs Spa: Entry Tickets with Locker or Private Cabin From $23 ](/experience/lukacs-spa-entry-tickets-with-locker-or-private-cabin-lukacs-bath) ![Gellért Thermal Baths](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/c84ade699a3cf483fa4278a7a13f983c-4775-budapest-gellert-thermal-baths-01.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Gellért Thermal Baths 1 experiences [Gellert Thermal Baths From $13 ](/experience/gellert-thermal-baths-gellert-thermal-baths) ![St. Stephen's Basilica](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/962cbfa825ca7cc21b2ad18abff759fc-%205941%20-%20St%20Stephen's%20Basilica%20-%20Budapest%20-%2001.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### St. Stephen's Basilica 5 experiences [Combo (Save 5%): Budapest St. Stephen’s Basilica Guided Tour + Hungarian Parliament Audio Guided Tour From $76 ](/experience/combo-save-5-budapest-st-stephen-s-basilica-guided-tour-hungarian-parliament-aud-st-stephens-basilica)[Combo: St. Stephen's Basilica + Parliament Audio Tour (5% off) From $52 ](/experience/combo-basilica-parliament)[Combo (Save 5%): St. Stephen’s Basilica Guided Tour + Day or Evening Danube Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks From $57 ](/experience/combo-save-5-st-stephen-s-basilica-guided-tour-day-or-evening-danube-sightseeing-st-stephens-basilica)[Budapest St. Stephen’s Basilica Organ Concert From $37 ](/experience/budapest-st-stephen-s-basilica-organ-concert-st-stephens-basilica)[Budapest St. Stephen’s Basilica Guided Tour From $36 ](/experience/budapest-st-stephen-s-basilica-guided-tour-st-stephens-basilica) ![Light Art Museum Budapest](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/9bb0fa356420cda2186c6b5d20c29da3-3899-budapest-budapest-museum-tickets-02jpg.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Light Art Museum Budapest 3 experiences [Light Art Museum Tickets From $23 ](/experience/light-art-museum-tickets-light-art-museum)[Light Art Museum Budapest — Phantom Vision Admission From $24 ](/experience/light-art-museum-ticket)[Combo (Save 5%): Hungarian Parliament Audio Guided Tour + Light Art Museum Tickets From $67 ](/experience/combo-save-5-hungarian-parliament-audio-guided-tour-light-art-museum-tickets-light-art-museum) ![Hungarian State Opera House](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/2048739e-50b5-443a-8b4a-6c96d74a5b36-1765367208463-AdobeStock_473328777.jpeg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Hungarian State Opera House 2 experiences [Hungarian State Opera House Tickets From $18 ](/experience/hungarian-state-opera-house-tickets-hungarian-state-opera)[Combo: Hungarian State Opera & Hungarian Parliament Tour From $51 ](/experience/combo-hungarian-state-opera-hungarian-parliament-tour-hungarian-state-opera) [See all Experiences](/experiences) [Passes](/passes)[Exhibitions](/exhibitions)[Map](/map) 🌐 EN $ USD [Book Now ↗](https://www.headout.com/tickets-budapest-ca-1~8325/?affiliate_code=dDxiP1&utm_campaign=en&utm_content=link&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=budapest.yt) [](/)FAQ [Book ↗](https://www.headout.com/tickets-budapest-ca-1~8325/?affiliate_code=dDxiP1&utm_campaign=en&utm_content=link&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=budapest.yt) # Frequently Asked Questions ### What is the best time of year to visit Budapest? ### How many days do I need to see Budapest? ### Is Budapest expensive? ### Do I need to speak Hungarian to get around? ### Is the Budapest Card worth it? ### Are the thermal baths suitable for tourists? ### Is tap water safe to drink in Budapest? ### What is the currency used in Budapest? ### How do I get from the airport to the city centre? ### Can I drink alcohol on the streets in Budapest? ### Book your experience [ ![Tickets to Memento Park](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/787e2e2020d1b33e111ea4a7326252ae-22286-budapest-tickets-to-memento-park-03.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Tickets to Memento Park 4.5 · Flexible duration From $11 ](/experience/tickets-to-memento-park-memento-park)[ ![Combo (Save 5%): Budapest St. Stephen’s Basilica Guided Tour + Hungarian Parliament Audio Guided Tour](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/d915e3f9c67d17c9a891b48ddffaa6e8-33114-budapest-combo--save-5----budapest-st.-stephen-s-basilica-guided-tour---hungarian-parliament-audio-guided-tour-01.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=85&w=1280) #### Combo (Save 5%): Budapest St. Stephen’s Basilica Guided Tour + Hungarian Parliament Audio Guided Tour 4.4 · 45 min From $76 ](/experience/combo-save-5-budapest-st-stephen-s-basilica-guided-tour-hungarian-parliament-aud-st-stephens-basilica) [See all >](/experiences) ## Budapest.yt Your insider guide to Budapest — skip-the-line tickets, Danube cruises, thermal bath passes and curated experiences to discover the Pearl of the Danube. Independent affiliate of Headout, Tiqets, GetYourGuide and Booking.com. ### Explore - [Top Attractions](/attractions) - [Tickets & Tours](/experiences) - [Buda Castle](/attractions/buda-castle) - [Parliament Building](/attractions/hungarian-parliament) - [St. Stephen's Basilica](/attractions/st-stephens-basilica) - [Dohány Synagogue](/attractions/dohany-street-synagogue) ### Plan Your Visit - [How to Get There](/how-to-get-there) - [Useful Information](/useful-info) - [Opening Hours](/opening-hours) - [Interactive Map](/map) - [Exhibitions](/exhibitions) - [History of Budapest](/history) - [FAQ](/faq) ### Top Categories - [Thermal Baths](/c/thermal-baths) - [Danube Cruises](/c/cruises) - [Hop-on Hop-off](/c/hop-on-hop-off) - [City Cards & Passes](/passes) - [Museums](/c/museums) - [Day Trips](/c/day-trips) ## Contact Email: [info@budapest.yt](mailto:info@budapest.yt) We are an independent affiliate partner — bookings are processed directly by our trusted ticketing partners with secure payment and free cancellation on most products. © 2026 Budapest. All rights reserved. From $11 Instant Confirmation [Book now](https://www.headout.com/tickets-budapest-ca-1~8325/?affiliate_code=dDxiP1&utm_campaign=en&utm_content=link&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=budapest.yt)