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Budapest
Budapest certainly deserves its description ‘the Pearl of the Danube’ as each visit uncovers more delightful treats for the eye. The river that separates the city into two different areas, Buda and Pest, is a symbol as well as a landmark. From its banks you can admire some of the city’s most beautiful buildings, such as the Parliament, the Bridge of Chains, the Liberty Statue and the Royal Palace. Much more than a collection of historical quarters and hot springs, Budapest is a thriving city which will delight young and old alike.
Novotel Budapest Centrum
To discover, to understand, to wonder, and enjoy oneself, to marvel…So many entertaining opportunities to be enjoyed by the WHOLE FAMILY and which can be reached from your hotel in Budapest.
Novotel Budapest Centrum
To discover, to understand, to wonder, and enjoy oneself, to marvel…So many entertaining opportunities to be enjoyed by the WHOLE FAMILY and which can be reached from your hotel in Budapest.
1896
Budapest underground was inaugurated in 1896, which makes it the second oldest underground in the world after London.
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The city of Budapest is made of two areas: Buda and Pest which have very different features.
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The Parliament’s 691 rooms make it the biggest building in Hungary.
Kids’voyage’s special treats
Children’s Railway
Trains have always fascinated young and old alike, but this one is unique: the train is driven, controlled and announced by children from 10 to 14 years old! Tickets are bought from a child cashier and the conductor is…a child. The train goes from Mount Szechenyi to Mount Huvosvolgy. It’s the ideal means of transport before a trip to the surrounding mountains. A great way to spend a day!
1021 Budapest – Huvosvolgy – Tel: (+36) 1 397 5392
Open every day, with trains usually running from 9am to 5 pm (ring for timetables)
Varosliget Park and Zoo
This park is extremely relaxing and situated close to many tourist attractions such as the Szechenvi Baths, Heroes Square or the Vajdahunyad Castle – which seems to have come directly from a Disney cartoon. On one part of the lake you can sail remote-controlled boats for a small charge. The zoo with its spectacular entrance is also a must for visitors.
Hosok Tere – Tel: (+36) 1 322 4098
Open every day
Millenáris Park
Millenáris Park is a modern cultural centre which contains the House of the Future and the Palace of Miracles. This clever combination of a museum and a schoolyard explores natural and scientific phenomena in an interactive and entertaining way. For instance, in what way are music and maths linked? And would you rather go on a monocycle or a moonwalk?
16-20 Kis Rókus – Tel: (+36) 1 336 4000
Open Tuesday to Friday, from 9am to 6pm; Saturdays from 10am to 9pm; and Sundays from 10am to 7pm
Trains have always fascinated young and old alike, but this one is unique: the train is driven, controlled and announced by children from 10 to 14 years old! Tickets are bought from a child cashier and the conductor is…a child. The train goes from Mount Szechenyi to Mount Huvosvolgy. It’s the ideal means of transport before a trip to the surrounding mountains. A great way to spend a day!
1021 Budapest – Huvosvolgy – Tel: (+36) 1 397 5392
Open every day, with trains usually running from 9am to 5 pm (ring for timetables)
Varosliget Park and Zoo
This park is extremely relaxing and situated close to many tourist attractions such as the Szechenvi Baths, Heroes Square or the Vajdahunyad Castle – which seems to have come directly from a Disney cartoon. On one part of the lake you can sail remote-controlled boats for a small charge. The zoo with its spectacular entrance is also a must for visitors.
Hosok Tere – Tel: (+36) 1 322 4098
Open every day
Millenáris Park
Millenáris Park is a modern cultural centre which contains the House of the Future and the Palace of Miracles. This clever combination of a museum and a schoolyard explores natural and scientific phenomena in an interactive and entertaining way. For instance, in what way are music and maths linked? And would you rather go on a monocycle or a moonwalk?
16-20 Kis Rókus – Tel: (+36) 1 336 4000
Open Tuesday to Friday, from 9am to 6pm; Saturdays from 10am to 9pm; and Sundays from 10am to 7pm
Museums and exhibitions
The Royal Palace
A trip on a funicular railway is always great fun, but this one also lets you see Budapest from on high and spot the main monuments. Once at the Palace, information from the Budapest History Museum on the façades and statues will tell you all you need to know. The Palace district is a real must-see area.
1 Budavári Palota – Tel: (+36) 1 487 8800
Open every day from 1st March to 31st October, from 10am to 6pm, except Tuesdays (open on Tuesdays from 15th May to 15h September)
Cruises on the Danube
After a pleasant day’s sightseeing, what could be more peaceful than a cruise on a riverboat? Cruising the Danube is also an ideal way to discover and understand the history of Budapest, especially at night when the illuminated buildings provide a superb light-show.
Departures from the river stations in the city centre of Budapest
Open every day
The Park and its statues
This unique park now contains the giant statues from the communist era which a few years ago stood in the middle of the streets of Budapest. As well as being impressive in themselves, they also give an insight beyond the Iron Curtain.
Balatoni ut road at the corner of Szabadkai ut street – Tel: (+36) 1 424 7500
Open every day from 10am till sunset
A trip on a funicular railway is always great fun, but this one also lets you see Budapest from on high and spot the main monuments. Once at the Palace, information from the Budapest History Museum on the façades and statues will tell you all you need to know. The Palace district is a real must-see area.
1 Budavári Palota – Tel: (+36) 1 487 8800
Open every day from 1st March to 31st October, from 10am to 6pm, except Tuesdays (open on Tuesdays from 15th May to 15h September)
Cruises on the Danube
After a pleasant day’s sightseeing, what could be more peaceful than a cruise on a riverboat? Cruising the Danube is also an ideal way to discover and understand the history of Budapest, especially at night when the illuminated buildings provide a superb light-show.
Departures from the river stations in the city centre of Budapest
Open every day
The Park and its statues
This unique park now contains the giant statues from the communist era which a few years ago stood in the middle of the streets of Budapest. As well as being impressive in themselves, they also give an insight beyond the Iron Curtain.
Balatoni ut road at the corner of Szabadkai ut street – Tel: (+36) 1 424 7500
Open every day from 10am till sunset
Some good places for a family meal
Bagolyvar
Situated next to the Gundel, this is the most famous restaurant in Budapest and really looks after its customers. The Hungarian dishes on the menu are simple and the staff – all female – are the friendliest you’ll meet.
Állatkerti körùt 3 – Tel: (+36) 1 468 3110
Open every day from noon
Biarritz Café and Restaurant
Very close to the Parliament, this restaurant offers a mix of traditional Hungarian cuisine and some more exotic dishes. The terrace gives you a chance to enjoy a rest in the sun after a long walk.
Kossuth tér 18 – Tel: (+36) 1 311 4413
Open every day from 9am to 11pm
Gerbeaud’s
A must in Budapest, this tea lounge is famous for its bakery. It’s sometimes difficult to find a seat on the terrace, but it’s so convenient for keeping an eye on the children playing on the square with its fountain!
Vörösmarty tér 7 – Tel: (+36) 1 429 9000
Open every day from 9am to 9pm
KIDS' VOYAGE travel guides and NOVOTEL hotels in Budapest wish you an excellent stay.
Situated next to the Gundel, this is the most famous restaurant in Budapest and really looks after its customers. The Hungarian dishes on the menu are simple and the staff – all female – are the friendliest you’ll meet.
Állatkerti körùt 3 – Tel: (+36) 1 468 3110
Open every day from noon
Biarritz Café and Restaurant
Very close to the Parliament, this restaurant offers a mix of traditional Hungarian cuisine and some more exotic dishes. The terrace gives you a chance to enjoy a rest in the sun after a long walk.
Kossuth tér 18 – Tel: (+36) 1 311 4413
Open every day from 9am to 11pm
Gerbeaud’s
A must in Budapest, this tea lounge is famous for its bakery. It’s sometimes difficult to find a seat on the terrace, but it’s so convenient for keeping an eye on the children playing on the square with its fountain!
Vörösmarty tér 7 – Tel: (+36) 1 429 9000
Open every day from 9am to 9pm
KIDS' VOYAGE travel guides and NOVOTEL hotels in Budapest wish you an excellent stay.
Zoos, aquariums, parks and gardens
The Tropicarium
A real paradise on earth and one of the biggest aquariums in Europe – with a difference: here tropical birds can be seen next to the piranhas, scorpions and alligators. Children love walking through the glass tunnel under the sharks and the whole family can join in feeding the rays giving out mussels and crabs!
Campona shopping centre – Tel: (+36) 1 424 3053
Open every day from 10am to 8pm
Mount Gellert
The best way to reach the top of Mount Gellert is by footpath from the Gellert Hotel. Your pains will be rewarded by the magnificent and unforgettable views from the top, for many the most beautiful in Budapest. The 14 metre high Liberty Statue and the citadel, with its World War II Museum, are essential visits once you’ve reached the top.
Budapest
Open every day from March till October, from 8am to midnight
Marguerite Island
Marguerite Island contains what is probably the most beautiful park in Budapest. Cars are not allowed so peace and quiet are guaranteed. To get around family pedal cars called ‘Bringóhintó’ are available, but walking is a healthier option to explore the park. You’ll find the biggest open-air swimming pool in Budapest as well as internationally famous spas.
Between Marguerite bridge and Arpad bridge
Open every day
A real paradise on earth and one of the biggest aquariums in Europe – with a difference: here tropical birds can be seen next to the piranhas, scorpions and alligators. Children love walking through the glass tunnel under the sharks and the whole family can join in feeding the rays giving out mussels and crabs!
Campona shopping centre – Tel: (+36) 1 424 3053
Open every day from 10am to 8pm
Mount Gellert
The best way to reach the top of Mount Gellert is by footpath from the Gellert Hotel. Your pains will be rewarded by the magnificent and unforgettable views from the top, for many the most beautiful in Budapest. The 14 metre high Liberty Statue and the citadel, with its World War II Museum, are essential visits once you’ve reached the top.
Budapest
Open every day from March till October, from 8am to midnight
Marguerite Island
Marguerite Island contains what is probably the most beautiful park in Budapest. Cars are not allowed so peace and quiet are guaranteed. To get around family pedal cars called ‘Bringóhintó’ are available, but walking is a healthier option to explore the park. You’ll find the biggest open-air swimming pool in Budapest as well as internationally famous spas.
Between Marguerite bridge and Arpad bridge
Open every day