Budapest has been an excellent-value destination for many years. It’s one of Europe’s cheapest capitals, but it’s also got a lot of very worthwhile things to see, unlike some of the others in this price category.
| Rating | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
 | 17.39 - 39.13 |
| 20.65 - 53.26 |
| 23.91 - 67.39 |
| 35.87 - 116.30 |
| 81.52 - 145.65 |
Hotel Happy Apartments Doubles from €46/night | |
Our pick: The best cheap and central 3-star hotel in Budapest |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Hostel Bed | 13.04 - 21.74 |
Sziget City Hostel Beds from €8/night | |
Our pick: The best cheap and central hostel in Budapest |
| Location | Description | Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buda Castle Funicular | This funicular is a popular way to get up to the castle, which itself is free. The trip down is a bit cheaper. | adults one-way adults return | 3.38 5.07 |
| Parliament building tour | On the Pest side this famous government building is popular for tours. | adults | 9.86 |
| Free walking tour | There are several different free walking tours (tips appreciated) offered, leaving from the Pest side. | everyone | 0.00 |
| Food Type | Description | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Budget breakfast | If your hotel doesn't include breakfast then you've got many good options nearby. | 2.40 - 4.23 |
| Budget lunch | Follow locals into traditional restaurants for filling and authentic meals in Budapest. | 3.38 - 5.64 |
| Budget dinner | Even sitting down for a proper meal can be quite affordable if you skip the most touristy places near the river. | 7.05 - 12.40 |
| Beer (pint) | The local lagers can be great bargains in Budapest, with imports costing a bit more. | 1.41 - 2.25 |
| Wine (glass) | This is for decent local wine. Wine on tap is served many places for even less. | 1.94 - 2.96 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Taxi from airport to city center | 14.09 - 31.00 |
| Suburban train from airport to city center | 1.07 |
| Airport express bus to city center | 5.64 - 18.88 |
| 3km taxi ride in Budapest | 3.64 - 4.51 |
| Metro/tram/bus ride in Budapest | 0.99 - 1.49 |
| 24-hour tram/bus/metro pass | 4.65 |