Budapest in winter — coziness and thermal baths!

Many say that visiting Hungary in winter isn't worth it — it's cold, gray, and there's nothing to do. Let's debunk this myth 🌬️🇭🇺 In winter, Budapest is all about coziness, steam over thermal baths, hot wine, and the magical glow of bridges over the Danube.

Here's the plan if you're planning a winter weekend in Budapest 👇

🏠 Rent a cozy apartment in the city center — districts V or VI, preferably with a fireplace or a bathtub to relax after your walks.

♨️ Visit the thermal baths — Széchenyi or Gellért, with steam rising from the water, frost in the air, and warm mineral water — January magic.

⛪️ Climb up to St. Stephen's Basilica — enjoy the view of the entire city and the Danube.

🌉 Walk across the Chain Bridge, head to Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion.

🥘 Try goulash and paprikash — at Hungarikum Bisztró or Paprika Vendéglő.

☕️ Have breakfast at Cirkusz Café or the legendary New York Café — an atmosphere and coffee that will make you say "wow."

⛸️ Go ice skating in the City Park (Városliget).

🍷 In the evening, go on a bar tour in the Jewish Quarter: Szimpla Kert, Doblo Wine & Bar.

🛍️ Buy souvenirs — paprika, Tokaji wine, and chocolate at the Central Market Hall.

📸 Take a photo walk on Gellért Hill, especially beautiful if you're lucky with snow.

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Post by Alexkotikov | Nov 3, 2025