The Hungarian capital on the Danube is always worth a trip – with or without a dental appointment!
As Budapesters we’re admittedly a little biased, but we can give you at least 5 reasons why our capital is a rewarding destination:
We Hungarians are exceptionally hospitable and welcome guests from abroad with great warmth. And what better welcome than the special dishes of Hungarian cuisine and fine Hungarian wines?
We’re also enormously proud of our beautiful capital, and there’s no better feeling than seeing a guest’s genuine amazement at everything Budapest and Hungary have to offer.
Entertainment for every taste
Budapest impresses not only with its rich architectural heritage but with a wonderfully lively going-out scene: from the ruin bars beloved of the young, to venerable coffee houses still echoing the Habsburg era, to theatres and concert stages. This variety makes Budapest one of Europe’s most exciting capitals.
And that’s true in winter as well as summer – at Christmas and New Year the hotels are fully booked with visitors from Western Europe and the United States. The shopping helps too: Budapest has the most shopping centres in Central and Eastern Europe, making it a favourite destination for shoppers.
Health and wellness tourism is booming: Budapest has more thermal baths than any other capital in the world – and alongside the classic bath architecture, it’s home to the world’s largest thermal water cave.
10 sights you simply must experience on your visit to Budapest
The Castle District
This UNESCO World Heritage site sits high on Castle Hill above the Danube. The Castle District is famous for its palace, its unique towers and church roofs, its historic houses and, not least, magnificent panoramas in every direction. Arriving by the historic funicular is especially romantic!
The Parliament Building
One of Budapest’s most famous public buildings, the Hungarian Parliament is the second largest in Europe and the third largest in the world. It also houses the Holy Crown of Hungary, and is itself a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Chain Bridge
Opened in 1849, this suspension bridge spanning the Danube between Buda and Pest is one of the best-known sights and the very symbol of Budapest.
The Danube Promenade
The Danube Promenade runs between the Chain Bridge and Elisabeth Bridge. This pedestrianised stretch is a genuine attraction, buzzing with life at every hour, lined with restaurants and enlivened by street musicians.
A cruise on the Danube
A Danube cruise is a unique experience by day and by night! The ever-changing views pair beautifully with a tasty lunch or dinner on board – an unforgettable experience for anyone wanting to breathe in as much of Budapest’s atmosphere as possible.
The Museum of Fine Arts and Heroes’ Square
Heroes’ Square is Budapest’s largest square and, together with Andrássy Avenue, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It’s home to the Museum of Fine Arts, where you can admire famous works by Raphael, Dürer, Rembrandt, Goya, Monet and Rippl-Rónai.
Andrássy Avenue
This grand avenue, over 2 kilometres long, links the city centre with the City Park. Beneath it runs the Millennium Underground – the first metro line in continental Europe.
The City Park and Széchenyi Baths
The City Park is Budapest’s second-largest public park, loved by locals and visitors alike as a place to relax and a cultural hub. It’s packed with sights: the famous Széchenyi thermal baths, Budapest Zoo, Vajdahunyad Castle, the Hall of Art and the Transport Museum.
Margaret Island
This green island is essentially one enormous park made for strolling and lingering; apart from a few restaurants and sports centres, it’s unbuilt. Almost 3 kilometres long and 500 metres wide at its centre, it’s rich in flora and fauna – and hugely popular with Budapesters.
Váci Street
Váci Street is one of Budapest’s best-known shopping streets, always bustling, its shop windows drawing every eye. Two kilometres long, it stretches like a jewel from sparkling Vörösmarty Square to the busy Great Market Hall.
Medical tourism in Budapest
Hungary has been a favourite destination for more than four decades – not just for holidaymakers but for international patients who value the attentive service and outstanding value of Hungarian clinics. The capital naturally concentrates the widest medical offering, putting Budapest firmly at the top for medical tourism.
That’s especially true of dentistry: Hungarian dental training follows strict EU guidelines and is internationally recognised. Local clinics are equipped with the latest technology, work with premium brand products, and are set up linguistically for international patients – including full English-language care.
The main reason for the popularity of Hungarian dentists is that we offer Western European quality at significantly lower prices. The same dental work can often cost 50–60 per cent less than typical UK or French private prices.
Year after year, tens of thousands of visitors come to Hungary from Western Europe – our small country has become something of a dental superpower! The price advantage, the high standard of dentistry and the wealth of leisure options complement each other perfectly.
Visit our CompletDent dental clinic in Budapest and see our unbeatable value for yourself!
Combine the dental treatment you need with a memorable break, and enjoy everything the Hungarian capital has to offer!