Lonely Planet Budapest & Hungary

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Budapest and Hungary.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from climbing the Cat's Stairs to Esztergom Basilica, to enjoying a wine tasting experience in a 600-year-old cellar near Tokaj, and scouting traditional folk art and architecture in the village of Hollókő.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Budapest and Hungary travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Budapest and Hungary and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights and expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Connect with Hungarian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Budapest 
• Covers: Budapest; The Danube Bend and Western Transdanubia; Lake Balaton and Southern Transdanubia; The Great Plain; Northern Hungary

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Budapest and Hungary.