5 Things to Do in Budapest in Autumn

Autumn is always magical, and we love it for different reasons: it is the time of colourful trees, velvet, and orange leaves everywhere; you can finally wear your favourite hoodie and style the layered clothing; the season of pumpkin spice lattes and Halloween arrives; and last but not least, it is the time of late travel. A lot of us can’t go on a holiday in the summer, or don’t want to (to avoid the crowds) and set our trip to the end of fall. We feel you, and that is why we brought you a guide when you come to Budapest because you sure will after you read this article. Here are 5 amazing things to do in Budapest in the fall.

What are the most beautiful places in Budapest in autumn?

On all social media platforms fall is about the beautiful colours and sights, which give you goosebumps just by looking at them. Budapest is full of attractions that will amaze you for sure, the difference is, you will be living in that Instagram-like picture. The Buda Castle in the fall is truly gorgeous, like stepping into a fairy tale with wonders and magic. A lot of photographers visit the castle this time of the year to take breathtaking pictures of the view from the Fisherman’s Bastion and Matthias Church. Next to Buda Castle, you should definitely visit Gellért Hill too. The view from there is even more mesmerizing at this time of the year.

Note: If you would like to make this trip memorable, one of the best things to do in Budapest is to bring your camera and have a stroll on the bank of the river Danube while taking pictures of the landscape.

View from Castle Garden Bazaar in Budapest in autumn

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The other favoured tourist attraction in the fall is Margaret Island. This gem on the river Danube is the perfect getaway for the locals and a preferred spot for couples for a romantic date. You can travel to Margaret Bridge by the famous Tram 2, which was featured amongst the world’s top 10 most beautiful tram lines in National Geographic. From the Bridge, you can take a nice stroll to the island. Grab a hot drink, a nice coffee, or a hot chocolate, grab your significant other and enjoy the autumn atmosphere there. The Japanese garden and the little zoo will be a unique add-on to your trip to the island.

The list of things to do in Budapest is endless!

The amazing things to do in Budapest list is one that goes on forever. Above we tried to give you some hints about the best spots to visit. Now let’s dive into the best programs you can do in the Hungarian capital.

Taste the specialities!

Hungary is also famous for its cuisine. The Hungarian chimney cake with or without (if you feel a bit cold) ice cream is a must-have if you visit the city. There are little chimney cake bakeries all over the capital, so you can grab one while you are exploring the streets and places there. Hungarian wine is also famous, and we would definitely recommend you have a taste! One of the best things to do in Budapest is to enjoy the city atmosphere with a glass of wine in your hands. Nothing beats that feeling!

Chimney cakes made by a man on a street festival

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Take a ride in the city!

We know that autumn is about preparing for winter times: we love hot tea or coffee while we read a book wrapped in our comfy blanket. However, autumn is also about enjoying the last rays of warm sunshine while we can! And when you are on holiday, you definitely want to make the most of it. So, we brought you a special idea on how you can do that: one of the best things to do in Budapest during your holiday is to book a guided tour with E-Magine Tours!

young people on MonsteRollers in Budapest in autumn

The MonsteRoller is a really comfortable and safe way to go around the city, and it’s also one of the quickest ways to get around town! During these guided tours, you’ll get the essence of the city and feel the sun and a light breeze upon your cheeks while you ride the electric scooters! You will get some tips too on the best spots in the city the locals love. You can also have a personalized tour, or just book the MonsteRollers and ride through the city as you like it!

What are the tours like?

The good thing is, you have plenty of options here too! There are different types of guided tours you can choose from, depending on the type of tour you want to experience. Let us explain this: for example the Essence of Budapest tour is really about seeing the most important tourist attractions in the city and getting the vibe of the Hungarian lifestyle and history. You would be surprised how much you can see in 1.5 hours! There are other options where you can choose based on the locations you want to visit. We mentioned Margaret Island above as well. Well, guess what, we also have a guided tour just for the island!

Note: We listed several cool things to do in Budapest, but we left one out: the night tour option. Yes, we know that the autumn weather can be a little tricky, but you just have to dress for the weather. Why do we offer this tour? Because Budapest at night is so beautiful that with the autumn colours at the castle it is just like out of a fairy tale!

Planning your fancy trip to Budapest now?

In this article, we tried to give you some ideas and a list of things to do in Budapest. Whenever you choose to go on holiday, don’t forget to make the most of it: taste the national meals, drink the local wines, see the history and the culture, and experience the lives of the locals, because that’s what makes your holiday memorable. And also, look for a bit of adventure! So, hop on a MonsteRoller and explore the city!