last edited Dec 11, 2019
Overview of Budapest
Location Map of Budapest
Overview of Budapest
This beautiful Hungarian capital, rich in architecture, monuments, museums, and activities, is a UNESCO World Heritage site for its Danube banks, the Buda Castle district, and Andrássy Avenue. In season, boats connect the city to Bratislava and Vienna via the Danube.
Key Facts
- Type of place: main city.
- Tourist interest: (must-see or highly recommended).
- Location:
- Latitude/longitude: 47°29' N, 19°02' E.
- Distances:
- Local time: .
- Population: 1,759,407 inhabitants and nearly 3 million for the metropolitan area (2016).
- Area: 525.2 km².
- Density:
- Altitude: from 96 to 527 m.
Tourism
Travel Essentials
- Tourist interest: (must-see or highly recommended).
- By air:
- Backpacker daily budget:
- Best for accommodation:
- Best for getting around:
- Best time for climate/crowds/prices:
- Website: http://www.visiterbudapest.com/