While Budapest's sightseeing map often features well-known attractions like the Parliament (the second largest in Europe) and St. István's Basilica (a towering 96 meters high), we'll skip the basics and delve into the more vibrant and distinctly Hungarian locations.
Nagy Vasarcsarnok, or the Central Market on Fovam Square
As the oldest and largest market in the city, it's a prominent landmark on any Budapest sightseeing map. There's a wealth of items to explore here, from oversized Eater pears to misty bottles of Hungarian vodka pálanka, and an array of salamis and Debrecen sausages.
If you venture down to the underground floor, you'll discover spice stores featuring Hungary's renowned rosemary oil, as well as Budapest's finest anise and cinnamon buns. Locate it on the Budapest sightseeing map under Fővám Square (Fővám tér), conveniently serviced by streetcars 2 and 2a, as well as bus 15.
Philosopher's Garden on Mount Gellert
This Budapest landmark will captivate those with an appreciation for "spiritual" monuments. Within the garden, nestled on the southern slope of the mountain, you'll encounter eight bronze figures: Jesus and Abraham, Lao Tzu and Mahatma Gandhi, Daruma and Ehnaton, Buddha and Francis of Assisi.
Prominently featured at the center of this composition is a small sphere symbolizing the Earth. It's believed that standing beside it offers a profound sense of enlightenment, guiding you in the right direction.
House Szamos
The image of this Budapest landmark is familiar to food enthusiasts worldwide! It's none other than the location of Hungary's renowned confectionery house, Szamos, situated at Váci, 1. Here, you can indulge in over 40 varieties of chocolates (and pick up gifts for friends at the boutique!) and savor Queen Elizabeth's preferred cake, Dobos.
Cat Café at 3 Révay Street
We believe the name of this Budapest landmark needs no translation. In this Hungarian cafe, you can not only enjoy cake and cappuccino but also play with cats - a trend that was previously exclusive to Japan but reached Europe in the late 2000s.
Holocaust Memorial
One of the most unusual memorials in the world, the composition consists of 60 pairs of shoes, including children's sandals, ladies' shoes, and worn-out men's shoes, standing on the banks of the Danube. It leaves a lasting impression as it represents the tragic events during 1944 and 1945 when about 10,000 Jews were shot by the Nazis on this embankment.
