Hire a minibus for Budapest sightseeing

The 45th Chess Olympiad will be held from September 10-23, 2024, in Hungary’s capital, Budapest. The event is expected to attract 3,500 participants at the Hungexpo. Budapest, rich in historical and cultural heritage, offers numerous attractions for tourists. If you wish to explore Budapest, our company, Coach Hire Hugary, can help organize your program and provide guided bus tours upon request, with Coach Hire Hungary’s fleet.

1. Parliament (Országház)
   Located on the banks of the Danube, the Parliament is one of Hungary’s most iconic buildings. It’s worth taking a guided tour to admire the beautiful interiors and the Hungarian coronation regalia. Just let us know when you would like to join the tour, and Coach Hire Hungary will take you from your hotel to the Parliament.
2. Buda Castle District
   The Buda Castle District is part of the UNESCO World Heritage and offers numerous historical and cultural sights.
   • Buda Castle: the medieval royal palace now houses museums and galleries.
   • Fisherman’s Bastion: offers beautiful views of the city and the Danube.
   • Matthias Church: a stunning architectural masterpiece from the 13th century.
3. St. Stephen’s Basilica
   This neoclassical basilica is one of Budapest’s largest churches, where the mummified right hand of St. Stephen, Hungary’s first king, is kept. The viewpoint offers a fantastic panorama of the city.
4. Heroes’ Square
   One of Budapest’s largest and most famous squares, featuring the Millennium Monument, which commemorates important figures in Hungarian history.
5. Andrássy Avenue
   One of Budapest’s main boulevards, lined with historic buildings and luxury shops. The avenue is also home to the Opera House, one of the most beautiful opera houses in the world.
6. Synagogue and Jewish Quarter
   The Dohány Street Synagogue is the largest in Europe and the second-largest in the world. The Jewish Quarter also features the Jewish Museum and the Holocaust Memorial Park.
7. Danube Promenade and Chain Bridge
   Walking along the Danube Promenade allows you to admire the buildings on both the Pest and Buda sides. The Chain Bridge is Budapest’s first permanent stone bridge, connecting the Buda and Pest districts.
8. Margaret Island
   This island is a green oasis in the middle of the Danube, featuring gardens, fountains, sports facilities, and the famous musical fountain.
9. Gellért Hill and Liberty Statue
   Offers stunning views of the city from the top. The Liberty Statue on the hill celebrates Budapest’s liberation.
10. Budapest Thermal Baths
    Budapest is famous for its thermal springs and baths.

• Széchenyi Thermal Bath: one of the largest thermal bath complexes in Europe.
• Gellért Thermal Bath: an Art Nouveau style bath in the Gellért Hotel.
• Rudas Thermal Bath: a 16th-century Turkish bath with night bathing options.

11. Váci Street and Vörösmarty Square
    Váci Street is one of Budapest’s most popular pedestrian streets, filled with shops, cafes, and restaurants. Vörösmarty Square is located in the city center, hosting Christmas markets and other events.
12. Római Beach
    A recreational area along the Danube with restaurants, bars, and sports facilities. A great place to relax and unwind. You can also try your hand at kayaking or canoeing on the calm waters of the river.
13. Museum of Fine Arts
    Located at the end of Andrássy Avenue, this museum showcases masterpieces of Hungarian and European fine arts.
14. Memento Park
    An open-air museum displaying statues and monuments from the communist era.
15. Budapest Opera House
    A stunning building known for its impressive architecture and world-class performances.

For travel options to Budapest:

• From Budapest: Balatonfüred is easily accessible by train, car, or bus from Budapest. The car journey takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
• Train: MÁV operates regular train services between Budapest and Balatonfüred. Train tickets can be purchased in advance on the MÁV website or at the stations.
• Bus: Volánbusz runs several direct routes between Budapest and Balatonfüred.

If you would like to hire a coach to travel from Vienna to Hungary, we can also arrange that for you. Just provide the date you wish to arrive in Hungary, and we will calculate the best route for you, so you only need to enjoy the journey.