Budapest can be visited at any time of the week; however, if you are in the city on a Sunday night, I assure you that the city has a lot to offer. There are always live music performances to attend, fine and not so fine dining restaurants to eat in, and bank with a walkway along the Danube River. In the following guide, we will focus on things you should visit and try in Budapest Sunday evening.
1. Explore the Ruin Bars
Among Budapest’s specialties are called ruin bars which are situated in ruined buildings in the city. These bars provide the opportunity to choose an extraordinary type of bars for a Sunday evening and have good fun. Some of the best ruin bars, which are worth visiting, are Szimpla Kert, Instant and Mazel Tov. Grab a beer, relax in colourful atmosphere, and maybe even watch live music or a DJ spinning records.
2. Take a Danube River Cruise
When it comes to sightseeing, Budapest lovers especially recommend taking a boat cruise on the Danube River. Most cruise tour operators provide cruises that gives beautiful views of the city lights, the parliament building, Buda Castle, and many more. Relax on the deck and enjoy the live music while taking great night photos of Budapest.
- Indulge in Hungarian Cuisine
Foodie Budapest: Sunday Night Dinner Idea Go to an old school restaurant and order for a goulash, or langos or chimney cake. If you desire a casual approach, go to central city food markets like the Great Market Hall, and try street food.
4. Attend a Performance
It is also widely renowned for becoming an art hub, and Sunday nights are not a lack of offers to attend the theater. Look through the timetable of theatre and concert hall, it can be opera, ballet, modern play, pop or classical music. Two premiere locations would be the Hungarian State Opera House as well as the Palace of Arts in Budapest.
5. Visit the Thermal Baths
Take a dip at one of the city’s hot thermal baths though your own car is not advised as traffic tends to be heavy. The city is famous for the geothermal springs, and as Sunday night is not so popular here one should take the healing waters at night. Two real attractions which are Széchenyi Thermal Bath and Gellért Thermal Bath provide visitors with different pools and facilities.
6. Go For A Stroll at the Danube Promenade
The most important view of the Danube in Budapest can be seen in the Danube Promenade. The long-drawn walk can also be done while taking the beauty of the lighted nightscape. During the tour, you will be able to take pictures with dominants such as the Statue of Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial, the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, the Chain Bridge. Try some coffee of a cone of gelati at one of the many inviting cafes around.
7. Visit the Széchenyi Chain Bridge
The Széchenyi Chain Bridge is not only an impressive sight, but also interesting and exciting when passed through on foot/bike/carriage/boat. During Sunday nights, the bridge frequently experiences buskers and performers who make a fun and exciting attraction for the people around the area. Try walking across the bridge to catch the atmosphere and make some interesting shots of both sides of the river – Buda and Pest.
Conclusion
Budapest is an active city during Sunday nights that allows visitors a lot of things to do and places to visit. For the ruin bars lovers, Danube River cruises, local food and tastings, performances, thermal baths, walking the Danube Promenade, and Széchenyi Chain Bridge lovers Budapest is a true treasure.
Sunday night in Budapest is a perfect opportunity to complete your agenda with a few events from this list. So do not forget to enjoy the presentations of the local culture, try to visit interesting and beautiful places, get into the peculiar mood of this beautiful city.
