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  • Állatkert • 2 min walk
  • Széchenyi fürdő • 4 min walk

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Name: Zoo Category: Industrial tourism and theme park Location: 1146 Budapest, Állatkerti krt 6-12. Internet: http://www.zoobudapest.com/en

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This zoo which opened up in 1866 is considered to be one of the oldest zoos in the world! It houses over 500 mammals, 700 birds and 1,500 reptiles and fish.

The Budapest Zoo is open every day around the year. Last entry to the Zoo is an hour before closing time  and animal houses close half an hour before closing time. The opening hours of public and national holidays are the same as on weekends of the actual period opening hours. The Magic Mountain’s opening hours is different from the zoo.

Due to its central location, you can get to Budapest Zoo easily in several ways.

We advise you to avoid busy traffic and parking difficulties: hop on a bike or use the public transport. (The Széchenyi Fürdő underground stop is only 3 minutes walk.)

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Adult: 5000 HUF Children:  3500 HUF

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Budapest Zoo (Fővárosi Állat- és Növénykert)

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Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden: A Tapestry of Nature’s Wonders

The Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden is not just a destination but an immersive experience that takes visitors on a journey through nature’s myriad wonders. As Hungary’s most venerable and diverse species repository, this attraction is an amalgamation of history, conservation, and education.

Historical Significance

The Zoo’s captivating architecture stands as a testament to its storied past. With structures that echo the tranquility of the early 20th century, visitors are transported to an era when the marvels of nature were gradually unfolding before mankind’s eyes. These buildings, steeped in history, are preserved as cherished historical monuments, ensuring that future generations can revel in their splendor.

Floral Extravaganza

While the Zoo is famed for its animals, it’s also a botanical paradise. Thousands of plant species thrive in this meticulously landscaped garden, making it a haven for botany enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil escape from urban hustle.

Faunal Diversity

With a mission to showcase the vastness of the world’s fauna, the Zoo houses an eclectic mix of animals in restored historic facilities and modern enclosures that seamlessly blend with their surroundings. Unique features allow visitors to experience an up-close interaction with some of these creatures, truly blurring the lines between man and nature.

Conservation and Breeding

A beacon of hope in the world of animal conservation, the Zoo prides itself on its breeding programs. Hatchlings, pups, and chicks, representing many species—including those on the brink of extinction—can be witnessed here, underscoring the institution’s commitment to preserving global biodiversity.

Enriching Experiences

Beyond mere observation, the Zoo offers an array of engaging activities. There’s never a dull moment, from petting areas and enthralling animal feedings to seal and elephant training sessions and “Animals in Action” displays.

Facilities and Events

To complement the enriching experience, the Zoo houses play areas for young explorers, diverse catering options for gastronomes, and myriad amenities for a comfortable visit. Special events, including the Carnival of the Animals, Earth Festival, Zoo Music Evenings, and the Animal Love Festival, punctuate the annual calendar, ensuring that every visit is distinctive.

Spanning 11 hectares, the Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden is more than just an attraction—it’s a testament to the wonders of nature and man’s eternal quest to understand and preserve it. Here, 9,000 unique animals from all seven continents await to share their stories.

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A place where regardless of age, everyone finds something entertaining! In Budapest Zoo (Fővárosi Állat- és Növénykert) you can see

  • around 1050 animal species from the African savannah to the arctic area, and
  • more than 2 000 plant species.

All animals live within conditions similar to their original habitat.

The Magic Hill/Varázshegy is a wondrous indoor exhibition hall on 3 000 sqm and several levels with

  • unique exhibitions and
  • interactive programs for kids of all ages.

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Location – Tickets – Opening Hours – History – Top Attractions   – Events in the Zoo – Fairytale Park/Pannon Park – Attractions Nearby

The arched gate of the zoo with a stone elephant statue at each side

Small sandy dessert area, tiny forest, seaside, lakes, rock cave provide real homes for the inhabitants of the zoo, who really look well taken care of.

Extensive green patches, leafy groves, remarkable plants and flowers make the place a refreshing asylum within a bustling city.

The Zoo & Botanical Garden is a must-see attraction for tourists coming to our city with their kids.

The Amusement Park next door closed in 2013 – the area has been given over to the Zoo.

Two new interactive parks are being developed here:

  • the Fairytale Park (Mesepark): a story park with tame animals, play house, animal patting area, and a modern bird hospital that gives insight into the animal rescure work.
  • strong>Pannon Park (planned opening: in two phases: 2018 and 2019): a modern exhibition area evoking the life in the ancient Pannon wilderness in spacious paddocks and a state-of-the-art indoor park, called biodome.

A Bit of Zoo History

As one of the oldest zoos in the world Budapest Zoo looks back on great past and many of its monuments witnessed historic events.

visitors feeding 2 giraffes in the Zoo

It opened in 1866 as a private institution. The city took over the place at the turn of the 19th-20th centuries and started an impressive development.

The most remarkable buildings of the zoo were established at that time:

  • the India-inspired Elephant House (by Kornél Neuschloss) with a look-out tower at its top
  • the elephant head at the main entrance
  • the nearly 100-year old artificial Small and Great Rocks
  • the animal houses by Károly Koós

Most parts of the zoo underwent reconstructions during the decades. Some sections are being restored now and in the coming years too.

Two new aviaries , the Papuan Aviary and the Parrot Haven, have been added in 2006.

The polar bears and sea-lions moved to their renewed home called Arctic Panorama in June 2006.

Top Attractions in the Zoo and Botanical Garden

the blue-tiled domes of the Elephant house

  • The Elephant House to the right of the entrance has a small tower at its top where you can get a beautiful panorama view of the City Park.
  • To the left of the entrance stands the Palm Tree House & Aquarium , home to lush tropical plants, orchids, birds, and reptiles and exotic fishes.
  • For the little ones the animal petting area is the most fascinating place within the zoo. They can caress and feed the goats, sheep. See our photos about our 2-year old son’s encounter with the animals.
  • the remodelled birdhouse (by Kós Károly)
  • in the Small Rock you can have a meal in the cave restaurant
  • You can see native Hungarian farm animals in original-looking farm buildings: swallow bellied woolly pigs, bold necked hens, spotted cattle, mudi dogs, cikta sheep, hucul horse.
  • In the butterfly garden colourful butterflies
  • the Majomvilág (World of Apes) gives home to gorillas, lemurs, mangabeys
  • kids can climb, crawl, slide in a superb and child-friendly playground

Should you get peckish during your exploration of the zoo, you can get snacks, ice cream and other refreshments from the vendors.

The Gundel Patisserie is highly recommended for delicious cakes and ice cream.

Take at look our Facebook photo album about our last visit to the Zoo.

Location, Getting There

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Address: Állatkerti krt. 6-12., City Park (Városliget), XIV. district,

  • take the M1 (yellow) metro line, get off at Széchenyi fürdő stop or
  • trolley bus 72 (Állatkert stop), or 75, 79 ( Állatkerti út stop)
  • buses 20E, 30, 30A and 105: Hősök tere stop

Tickets To Budapest Zoo (2023)

  • 25 % discount with Budapest Card
TIP: Buy your tourist card in advance ! The card entitles you to discount admission to many attractions including free/discounted entry to thermal baths and museums. You can also travel on the public transport system free with your card.
  • Adults: 4 500HUF
  • Children (2-18 years): 3 200 HUF
  • Student (over the age of 18 with valid student ID): 3 200 HUF
  • Retiree: 3 200 HUF
  • Family ticket (2 adults & 2 children): 13 300 HUF
  • Family ticket (2 adults & 1 child): 11 000 HUF
  • Family ticket (1 adult & 2 children): 9 400 HUF
  • Family ticket (1 adult & 1 child): 6 900 HUF

Note: Children under 14 years cannot enter the Zoo without adult supervision.

Tickets are valid to the Aquarium and to the Palm House too.

Opening Hours:

  • January – February: every day 09.00 – 16.00, animal houses: 10.00 – 15.30
  • March: Mon – Thurs: 09.00 – 17.00, animal houses: 10.00 – 16.30, Fri -Sun: 09.00 – 17.30, animal houses: 10.00 – 17.00
  • April: Mon – Thurs: 09.00 – 17.30, animal houses: 10.00 – 17.00, Fri -Sun: 09.00 – 18.00, animal houses: 10.00 – 17.30
  • May: Mon – Thurs: 09.00 – 18.00, animal houses: 10.00 – 17.30, Fri -Sun: 09.00 – 19.00, animal houses: 10.00 – 18.30
  • June-July-August: Mon – Thurs: 09.00 – 18.00, animal houses: 10.00 – 17.30, Fri – Sun: 09.00 – 19.00, animal houses: 10.00 – 18.30
  • September: Mon – Thurs: 09.00 – 17.30, animal houses: 10.00 – 17.00, Fri -Sun: 09.00 – 18.00, animal houses: 10.00 – 17.30
  • October: Mon – Thurs: 09.00 – 17.00, animal houses: 10.00 – 16.30, Fri -Sun: 09.00 – 17.30, animal houses: 10.00 – 17.00
  • November-December: every day 09.00 – 16.00, animal houses: 10.00 – 15.30 except: 24th December and 31st December when the zoo is open from 09.00 till 13.00.

Note: The cashier closes 1 hour before the closing time of the Zoo!

TIP: Time your visit on a weekday. Monday is perfect because many things are closed on Monday but not the Zoo. On weekends local families and tourists overrun the place.

Fairytale Park (Mese Park)/Pannon Park

the historic wooden roller coaster in Mese Park

A new, awesome exhibition site named Pannon Park is being built on the site of the former Amusement Park.

It will transport visitors back to ancient times when

  • elephants and apes lived in the Carpathian basin and
  • sharks swam in the sea once occupying the area.

Attractions and activities of the Pannon Park (you can go on a semitropical boat tour for example) will open in two stages: in 2018 and 2019 .

The games and activities of the Holnemvolt Park (temporarily renamed to Fairytale Park/Mese Park) will also be renewed.

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Some of the games from the old Amusement park will be open o the public only in 2018-2019:

  • the heritage merry-go-round,
  • the wooden roller coaster and
  • the fairy tale boat.

The rest of the park will open in 2017.

TIP: For more information visit the official website of the Zoo & Botanical Garden.

Other Attractions Near the Zoo

You can devote a whole day to the City Park and its neighbourhood.

the castle with a green lawn in the foreground

I recommend that you combine

  • visiting the Zoo with
  • a trip to the Fairytale Park (Mese Park) next door,
  • have lunch in Bagolyvár Restaurant or at Robinson’s (make sure you book a table at both places, click to read more about these restaurants ).

After lunch go rowing (ice skating in winter) on the Park’s lake then view the fairy-tale like Vajdahunyad Castle .

Do spare some time to take a look at the grandiose monuments at Heroes’ Square ,.

If you have time drop by the two museums flanking the two sides of the square:

  • the Museum of Fine Arts and
  • the Hall of Art, both have remarkable art collections.

Events, Festivals in the Zoo

Night walks.

On specific days you can Take a Night Walk in the Zoo between 18.30 – 22.00. It’s a good opportunity out about the Zoo’s and its inhabitants nightlife secrets which you almost certainly can not see in daylight!

Professional guides lead you through the park and you can take a peak behind the glass walls and runways.

During the walk you’ll be treated to a light dinner of sandwiches and drinks (cold and hot.

Price (No Discounts Are Available):

  • 20 000 HUF.

More info on the official webiste of the event.

Carnival in the Zoo, February

Entry is only 100 HUF for children under 14 yrs if they come dressed in costume or carnival mask.

The Zoo will have a festival over the first weekend of February with fun programs in the Varázshegy/Magic Hill between 10. 00 – 16.00 Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

  • On 2nd February, at 11.00 you can join the carnival parade. You can also watch special animal shows each day of the event.
  • On 3rd and 4th February the Bóbita Band provides the music on the costume bal l starting at 12.30 (venue: Magic Hill).
Note: February 02. is a unique date in Hungary similar to the Groundhog’s Day observed in the USA and Canada. In Hungary the question is whether the bear sees its shadow or not?

According to folk tradition if the the answer is yes , (the sun is shining) the bear goes back to sleep and winter lasts 40 more days. If the answer is no (the sky is overcast) then it stays out to play and spring is just around the corner.

Find out about other Budapest festivals and things to do in February 2019 .

Find out about other interesting children-things-to-do in Budapest .

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Budapest Zoo

Considered by many the most beautiful  zoo  in Europe, this structure is located just a few steps away from Heroes’s Square and behind the Museum of Fine Arts. The zoo consist of a series of appealing buildings built between 1909 and 1912, as well as a monumental gateway with stone elephants supporting an arch topped with a ring of polar bears. Tall trees will greet you at the entrance of this enchanted place, which is home to more than a thousand species of animals.

The breathtaking  Elephant House  is characterized by blue domes and a minaret, which resemble an Ottoman mosque. Also the smaller animals houses are full of charm; they were designed during the reconstruction works of 1900. The giraffe house has African influences, the crocodile house has Indian vibes, while the Australian house takes inspiration from old popular houses in the Transylvania region.

Budapest zoo is one of the world’s oldest zoo; it opened its doors in 1866.

Useful information

  • Monday: 09:00 - 18:00
  • Tuesday: 09:00 - 18:00
  • Wednesday: 09:00 - 18:00
  • Thursday: 09:00 - 18:00
  • Friday: 09:00 - 18:00
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 19:00
  • Sunday: 09:00 - 19:00

Metro stops

  • Szechenyi furdo (300 mt)

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Budapest Zoo

This zoo, which opened with 500 animals in 1866, has an excellent collection of big cats, hippopotamuses, bears and giraffes, and some of the themed houses (eg Madagascar, wetlands, nocturnal Australia) are very well executed. Have a look at the dozens of Secessionist animal houses built in the early part of the 20th century, including Elephant House with Zsolnay ceramics, and the Palm House with an aquarium erected by the Eiffel Company of Paris.

The Varázshegy (Magic Mountain) is an interactive exhibition inside the Great Rock, covering the earth's evolution and diversity through 3D film, live animal demonstrations, games and all manner of simple and fun educational tools.

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Discover the fantastic beasts of Budapest Zoo with your family!

When it comes to tourist attractions, Budapest has a few areas that are particularly potent. One of these is the surroundings of Heroes’ Square , where you can visit the Museum of Fine Arts, the Széchenyi Bath , the Capital Circus of Budapest, and the City Park, which is the largest inner-city park of Budapest, where visitors can go ice skating in the winter, and boat riding in the summer. And if that weren’t enough, the topic of this article, the Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden is also just a stone’s throw away from Heroes’ Square. But what is it about this zoo that makes people often dub it as one of the greatest in Europe? In this article, we’ll do our best to tell you why the Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden is the perfect family-friendly holiday attraction .

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Budapest Zoo is a happy place!

Nowadays zoos tend to have a precarious reputation. Keeping animals captive has been a debate forever: on the one hand, these wild animals are deprived of their right to live in their natural habitat; on the other, it’s the safest option for many endangered species . One thing’s for sure: when you see the runways of Budapest Zoo , you won’t be likely to worry about the living conditions of the animals, as their compounds share a staggering 18-hectare area. Every breathing creature has its own living space which fits its natural habitat and serves all its needs. Moreover, all runways are under constant revision and development, so it’s very likely you’ll see some construction works during your visit. As for the species, Budapest Zoo has one of the most diverse collection of wild animals in Europe with more than 850 species , including 131 mammal species . From the largest beasts such as polar bears , hippos , rhinos , and all kinds of big cats , to hundreds of birds and reptile species , even exotic cockroaches found their home here. With an average of 1.1 million people visiting to see our planet’s gorgeous creatures every year, the zoo is one of the most visited places in Budapest. As is the case in most zoos, the main attractions are the apes (chimpanzees, gorillas, and orangutans) in the Ape House and elephants in the Elephant House – which has a newcomer by the way, as Sam, the elephant baby was born in April 2021. Be sure to see him when you visit Budapest Zoo!

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Fantastic beasts and where to find them in Budapest Zoo

Most places in the zoo are called ‘houses’, and they’re named after geographic locations such as the Australian House , the Madagascar House , and the Norwegian House , or, as we mentioned before, the type of animals that live there (Giraffe House, Buffalo House, Crocodile House etc.). There is also a separate, dark house for nocturnal and venomous animals, which is not recommended for the fainthearted! The zoo also has an enormous playground for kids , so if marveling at the magnificent animals isn’t enough to tire them out, you’ll know where to take them. However, we still haven’t reached the end of our list: for those who like to learn while having fun, an artificial mountain called ‘ Magic Mountain ’ was built in the middle of the zoo boasting 16 exhibition halls which serve mainly educational purposes. Cavemen, dinosaurs, ocean life and cosmos exhibitions can all be found here, making this attraction a popular destination for elementary school trips. 

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Animals are not the only creatures you can admire in Budapest Zoo

As the name Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden implies, the venue does not only have a collection of animals on display, but about 2000 different plant species , subspecies, and varieties as well. A crucial part of the botanical collection is the so-called dendrological one, aka the multitude of trees in the park. The trees, some of which are more than 100 years old which create a mini forest gives the zoo a truly characteristic atmosphere. And if you’re a tree enthusiast like us, you’ll have to see the Japanese garden with its iconic cherry blossom trees, too. In addition, the Palm House features numerous tropical plants such as banana trees, huge fan palms, sago palms, and many more.  

The magnificent flora of Budapest Zoo

Special activities for special guests at Budapest Zoo

The Budapest Zoo offers dozens of special activities besides seeing wild animals. There are fixed feeding times every day for many animals such as the gorillas, lions, and crocodiles, as well as playful shows with seals and elephants . If you’d like to see some nocturnal activity, visit the venue on the Night of Zoos , which is a special event at the end of every summer. The zoo also started an adoption program 20 years ago, which is basically a protégé program where in exchange for fully or partially covering the costs of a particular animal, you can become a foster parent on paper – so, no, you can’t take a kangaroo home for real, unfortunately. Sorry about the bad news. As a modern, 21st century business, Budapest Zoo is doing its best to keep up with the trends, so they developed their own mobile app which comes in handy when you’re feeling lost in the vast area or trying to figure out when the anteaters are being fed. The zoo’s newly installed interactive tablets also serve the same purpose throughout the place!

The inside of Budapest Zoo

General information about Budapest Zoo

The price of an adult entry ticket is 3300 HUF (10 EUR) and a ticket for kids is 2200 HUF (6 EUR), but they have discounted options for families and groups as well. 

Getting there

You can take metro line 1 to Széchenyi-fürdő, or several bus and electric bus (troli) lines (such as 72 or 105) to Állatkerti körút. For a fun entrée, you can also get on a Hop-on Hop-off double-decker sightseeing bus in several locations in the city and get off at Heroes’ Square. From there, it’s only a few minutes of walk in the scenic City Park. 

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A séta kiemelt helyszínei: Pálmaház, Hungária Háttérkertészet, Elefántok

A séta kiemelt helyszínei: Állatorvosi rendelő, Xantusház, Szavannaház: zsiráfok

A séta kiemelt helyszínei: Pálmaház, Vadállatmentő Központ, Szavannaház: zsiráfok

Találkozási pont: 18:30 óra Körhinta melletti kapu (Állatkerti körút 14-16.)

A séta kiemelt helyszínei: Mérgesház, Takarmánykonyha, Cápasuli

A séta kiemelt helyszínei: Szavannaház: zsiráfok, Xantusház, Elefántok

A séta kiemelt helyszínei: Szavannaház: orrszarvúak, Mérgesház, Vadállatmentő Központ

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Hagyományos belépők

Belépőjegyeink egyszeri belépésre jogosítanak a vásárlástól számított 365 napon belül.

18 év felett

2-18 éves korig 14 éven aluli gyermekek csak felnőtt kísérővel látogathatják az állatkertet.

2 éves kor alatt kötelező

18 év fölött - belépéskor érvényes diákigazolvány bemutatása szükséges!

65 év felettiek részére váltható, belépéskor fényképes igazolvány bemutatása szükséges!

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Családi belépők

Egy felnőtt és egy (18 éven aluli) gyermek részére

Egy felnőtt és két (18 éven aluli) gyermek részére

Egy felnőtt és három (18 éven aluli) gyermek részére

Egy felnőtt és négy (18 éven aluli) gyermek részére

Két felnőtt és egy (18 éven aluli) gyermek részére

Két felnőtt és két (18 éven aluli) gyermek részére

Két felnőtt és három (18 éven aluli) gyermek részére

Két felnőtt és négy (18 éven aluli) gyermek részére

Minden további gyermek részére, kizárólag az 1+4 és 2+4 családi jegyhez váltható

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Kedvezményes belépők

A jogosultságot a belépéskor pedagóguskártyával kell igazolni!

Kedvezményes partneri jegy fogyatékossággal élő emberek számára. 

A jogosultságot a belépéskor tagkártyával kell igazolni! (SINOSZ MVGYOSZ, MEOSZ, AOSZ, ÉFOÉSZ, SVOE, MACIE)

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Ajándékkártya

Lepd meg szeretteidet állatkerti élményekkel!

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Az Éves bérlettel 365 napon át, akár minden egyes nap ellátogathatnak hozzánk és megnézhetik kedvenc állataikat.

Az éves bérlet a vásárlástól számított 365 napig érvényes, az év minden napján napi egyszeri belépésre jogosít a pénztárak zárásáig.

18 éves kor fölött, érvényes diákigazolvány szükséges

65 év felettiek részére váltható, fényképes igazolvány bemutatása szükséges

A bérlet csak a gyermek fényképét tartalmazza , akit akár minden   alkalommal más felnőtt családtagja kísérhet el. A bérlet tulajdonosa a gyermek, az ő jelenléte nélkül más személy a bérletet nem használhatja belépésre.

Egy felnőtt és egy 18 éven aluli gyermek részére

Egy felnőtt és két 18 éven aluli gyermek részére (Legalább a felnőtt és egy gyermek jelenléte esetén használható, másra át nem ruházható).

Egy felnőtt és három 18 éven aluli gyermek részére (Legalább a felnőtt és egy gyermek jelenléte esetén használható, másra át nem ruházható).

Egy felnőtt és négy 18 éven aluli gyermek részére (Legalább a felnőtt és egy gyermek jelenléte esetén használható, másra át nem ruházható).

Két felnőtt és egy 18 éven aluli gyermek részére (Legalább egy felnőtt és a gyermek jelenléte esetén használható, másra át nem ruházható).

Két felnőtt és két 18 éven aluli gyermek részére (Legalább egy felnőtt és egy gyermek jelenléte esetén használható, másra át nem ruházható).

Két felnőtt és három 18 éven aluli gyermek részére (Legalább egy felnőtt és egy gyermek jelenléte esetén használható, másra át nem ruházható).

Két felnőtt és négy 18 éven aluli gyermek részére (Legalább egy felnőtt és egy gyermek jelenléte esetén használható, másra át nem ruházható).

ab 305 €—Budapest: 4 Tage in der Wellness-Saison inkl. Flug

Budapest: 4 Tage in der Wellness-Saison inkl. Flug

Budapest ist die Hauptstadt mit den meisten Heil- und Thermalquellen.

Das Angebot

Mehr als 100 Thermalquellen gibt es in Budapest. Die tiefsten und heißesten hat das palastartige Széchenyi-Heilbad im malerischen Stadtwäldchen. Mit bis zu 38 Grad ist das Wasser hier gerade im Herbst und Winter eine Wohltat.

Ab 279 € pro Person* fliegen Sie in Ungarns Hauptstadt und checken für vier Tage (3 Nächte) im Up Hotel ein. Das Vier-Sterne-Haus liegt keine zehn Minuten Fußweg von dem berühmten Bad. In der Thermensaison reisen Sie am günstigsten und sparen bis zu 100 € gegenüber anderen Anbietern.

Was ist inklusive

  • Flug nach Budapest & zurück (Gepäck je nach Airline)**
  • 3 Nächte in einem Doppelzimmer (längere Aufenthalte gegen Aufpreis)

Den Flughafentransfer oder einen Mietwagen buchen Sie gegen Aufpreis im zweiten Buchungsschritt hinzu.

  • das Angebot gilt ab sofort bis Februar 2025 
  • am günstigsten, ab 279 € pro Person*, fliegen Sie im November von Basel und   Stuttgart   und im Winter für 20 € mehr von Düsseldorf  
  • von Köln starten Sie ab 339 € pro Person* in den Urlaub
  • ab 369 – 399 € pro Person fliegen Sie von  Frankfurt und München
  • weitere Abflughäfen & Termine gegen Aufpreis
  • mit geringem Aufpreis: längere Aufenthalte möglich, beispielsweise für  4 Nächte  ab 309 €*
  • Vier-Sterne-Hotel in einem historischen Druckerei-Gebäude aus dem 19. Jahrhundert
  • hauseigenes Bistro mit ungarischen Spezialitäten und modernen Gerichten auf der Karte
  • Fitnesscenter im Hotel: hier trainieren Sie bis 22 Uhr
  • abends entspannen Sie in der Sauna oder Infrarotkabine und danach auf der Dachterrasse
  • zur Donau spazieren Sie 15 Minuten, zur Staatsoper etwa halb so lang 
  • perfekt angebunden mit der Metro: die S tation Vörösmarty utca liegt keine 300 Meter vom Hotel 

TERMINE BIS FEBRUAR 2025

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    Due to its central location you can get to Budapest Zoo easily in several ways. We advise you to avoid busy traffic and parking difficulties: hop on a bike or use the public transport. (The Széchenyi Fürdő underground stop is only 3 minutes' walk. With public transport. Take the yellow Metro line/Underground/M1 to "Széchenyi Fürdő" stop.

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    4.500 HUF/person. Group ticket for Children (2-18 years) At least 15 persons in organized group (pre-booking is not required). For every 10 children one adult companion can enter the zoo free of charge. 3.300 HUF/person. Group ticket for Seniors (entrance with valid ID card ( incl.photo ) over 65 years).

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