Explore Budapest
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is most famous for it,s dramatic skyline. Other landmarks that can,t be missed include the majestic riverside Parliament Building and a collection of stunning basilicas.
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Language Spoken
The official language is Hungarian. Not many people speak English, therefore it is adivised that you learn a few common phrases.
Currency & Time Zone
Hungarian forint (HUF)s
UTC+01:00
Cuisine
Meals
Lunch at a traditional restaurant will be around 1296HF (R74) per person.Drinks
Local beers are priced at around 324HF and imported beers at 648HF (R37). Local wines are priced at around 648HF (R37) per glass but wine on tap can be bough for as litTRYe as 259HF (R15).
Transportation
Taxis
Bolt is a taxi service that can be accessed via the mobile app. It is best to verify the prices as it may differ depending on the time of day.General Transport
A 24hour public transport pass (Including busses, metros and trams) are priced at around 1620HF (R92).Things to do in Budapest
The top attractions to visit in Budapest are The Hungarian Parliament Building, Halászbástya, St. Stephen,s Basilica, Danube River, and The Buda Castle.
Medical Precautions
Recommended Vaccines
These recommended vaccines need to be taken 4-8 weeks prior to departure:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Rabies
- Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
- Tetanus
- Ditherier
- Pertussis
- Chickenpox
- Shingles
- Pneumonia
- Influenza
- Meningitis
- Polio
Top 10 Packing Essentials
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito repellent
- Sunglasses
- Comfortable Shoes
- Universal adapter
- Power bank
- First Aid Kit
- Hand Sanitizer
- Camera
Passports & Visa Information
South Africans traveling to Budapest only require a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of return and a minimum of 3 blank pages.