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The love child of brioche and a doughnut.

This country’s rustic doughnut offshoot is worthy of a trip on its own

You’ll need your stretchy pants for a day-trip to this Hungarian town where a brioche and a doughnut had a love child.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
Anantara New York Palace Budapest Hotel.
★★★★½
Hotel reviews

The real-life Grand Budapest Hotel is excessive in the best ways

This palatial Anantara outpost feels like I’ve stepped onto a Wes Anderson film set.

  • by Sheriden Rhodes
Budapest's Retro Museum features eye-popping exhibits, hands-on fun and games, and historical nuggets.

This museum takes you back to the '80s, communist style

This interactive 'time-travel' experience offers a glimpse of life behind the Iron Curtain.

  • by Steve McKenna
Get a classic overview of the city from Castle Hil.

Budapest, Hungary travel guide and things to do: Nine highlights

Straddling the River Danube, Hungary's ravishing capital was formed in 1873 by the merging of three much older towns.

  • by Steve McKenna
There's an indoor lap pool, with atrium-like glass windows which open onto a wide, sunny patio.

Hotel review: Adina Apartment Hotel Budapest

The convenience of an apartment, the comfort of a hotel. While not in the historic centre, the Adina Budapest is a stylish and affordable alternative to a hotel, offering great value

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
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The two-layered Kreme (vanilla slice) with its velvety smooth filling and crisp pastry is the best I've ever eaten.

Budapest food tour: A guide to the best Hungarian food and where to find it

Paprika and the Hungarian versions of pizza and vanilla slice are out of this world.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
The famous Secheni Thermal Pools in Budapest, Hungary.

Budapest, Hungary: Beautiful baths amid ornate architecture

Bathing in some of Europe's most grandiose baths can be the best way to relax those tired muscles.

  • by Steve McKenna
Hungarian State Opera House

Black Sea to Budapest cruise: A glimpse into Budapest's high society

In Budapest, reminders of a glorious past are everywhere.

  • by Kristi Kellahan
Sculpted shoes as a Memorial for Jews killed during WWII besides the Danube in Budapest.

Travel tips and advice for Hungary: The best Jewish sights and war memorials in Budapest

A poignant memorial drives home the horror of war.

  • by Sue Williams
Al fresco drinks at Elizabeth Square.

Budapest, Hungary: Along the Danube - a bicycle tour of Europe's elegant eastern cities

Glide along the wide boulevards of eastern Europe's elegant capital on a bicycle.

  • by Steve McKenna