🌳【Budapest City Park Guide】10 ways to enjoy the urban oasis｜Century-old hot springs × fairytale castle × hidden attractions

#MayGoodPlace2025 #Budapest 🌿 Park basic information Established in 1817 (Europe's first planned public park) Area: 1.4 square kilometers (equivalent to 40 football fields) Design features: a mix of British landscape gardening and traditional Hungarian elements Landmark buildings: ✅ Vajdahunyad Castle ✅ Szechenyi Spa ✅ Heroes' Square ✅ Budapest Zoo 🎪 TOP5 must-experiences Szechenyi Spa♨️ Playing chess by the open-air chessboard pool (local tradition!) The magical experience of soaking in the hot springs and enjoying the snow scenery in winter Exploring the secrets of Vajdahunyad Castle🏰 Looking for 21 traditional Hungarian patterns on the building Tasting Tokaji wine in the cellar Boating on the city park lake🚣 Renting pedal boats in summer (3000HUF per hour) Transformed into an ice rink in winter (one of the largest open-air ice rinks in Europe) Budapest Zoo🦁 The oldest zoo in the world (opened in 1866) Must-see: Hungarian native wolves, endangered Przewalski's horses The wonders of the Agricultural Museum🚜 The only agricultural museum in a castle in the world Taste a century-old variety of wheat bread 📸 Photography hotspot map Mirror Lake: Take pictures of the castle reflection in the morning Heroes Square: Use a wide-angle lens to capture the Millennium Column Thermal Baths Dome: Take pictures of the details of the neo-Baroque architecture from above Secret Garden: The rose maze on the east side of the park (most beautiful in May-June) 🍴 Food recommendations Gundel Restaurant: Try foie gras pancakes in a century-old restaurant Városliget Café: Poppy seed cake in the lake view cafe Farmer's Market (Saturday): Freshly baked chimney rolls Kürtőskalács ℹ️ Useful information Opening hours: 24 hours (night lighting until 23:00) Transportation: 🚇 Metro Line M1 "Széchenyi fürdő" station 🚌 Bus routes 105, 20E Suggested duration: half-day tour (at least 4 hours) 💡 Tips from locals Rent an electric scooter (Bolt/Bird) in the park to move around easily The spa is least crowded on Tuesday mornings A must-visit in December: Europe's largest Christmas market (in front of the castle square) Hidden attraction: Japanese Garden (super beautiful during cherry blossom season!) From the mist on the lake in the early morning to the castle lights at night, this 200-year-old park is always full of surprises. Remember to wear comfortable shoes and come with an adventurous mood to experience the green heart of Budapest! 🚶♀️💚