Sights of Budapest
Caves in Budapest
Budapest is not only famous for its thermal baths, but also for its remarkable caves, many of which can be visited. The two are linked, of course: the caves were formed by thermal waters in the first place, albeit over several millions of years. Unbelievably, there are two hundred documented caves under the city, and four of the most extensive and spectacular are open to the public. Each one has its own particular character. As well as being a very pleasant antidote to the heat of a summer's day, they can't but make you realize how man's time on earth is as a spec of dust compared to the natural world all around, or in this case, below.
Aquincum Museum and Roman Ruins
(III. Szentendrei út 139): These two-thousand-year old ruins are remains of the Roman town of Aquincum, and include an impressive ruin of the amphitheatre. The contents of the museum include murals, mosaic floors, a reconstructed water organ and a diorama showing what and how the Roman nobility ate.
Three-Hour Long Grand City Tour in Budapest (12 languages) Grand City Tour. Erzsébet Square, Opera House, Heroes'Square, Millenium Memorial (Photostop), Downtown, Elisabeth Bridge, Panorama to the Danube Bank with the famous public buildings, View from Gellért Hill (Photostop), walk in the castle district, Matthias Church (outside), Fishermen's Bastion, Panorama to the city, Margaret Bridge, Parliament (outside).
