Rating & Reviews of Budapest, Hungary
Average Rating: Very Good (27 Reviews)
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Submitted by Henslow from San Francisco February 5, 2008 12:48 AM GMT-05:00
Overall Rating: Very Good
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Visited Budapest in 2006. Can't say enough good things about the people, the food, the wine, and the city in general. Feels like a time capsule in terms of charm, hospitality and pace. The art and national museums were fascinating as well as beautiful. We visited in early December - and the streets were filled with kiosks of both food and crafts for Christmas. Not a spectacular as Vienna for Christmas - but far more charming.  4 and 5 star hotels are available and very reasonable in December. Le Meridian was excellent - great service, food and the staff were extremely attentive. The Budapest Opera house is an absolute must - and extremely reasonable as compared to venues in the states. Andrassy Utca has charming cafes and restaurants with great food at reasonable prices. (Acquire a taste for goose liver - it is a treat). The weather is cold in December - but not uncomfortably so. During the week we were there, the temperatures ranged from 20 to 40 f. 
The people are genuinely thoughtful. Not sure if this is a carryover from communism, but we were always amazed how quiet people were in public venues (restaurants, museums, parks). Very nice change of pace compared to loud and obnoxious San Francisco. Can't recommend it highly enough!
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December,2006
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