Following information about Budapest contains the basics one should know when plans to visit the Hungarian capital.
We try our best to include all the facts indispensable for you to enjoy your stay!

Basic information about Budapest
Location
Where is Budapest?
It's the capital of Hungary and situated in Central Europe, embracing the two sides of the river Danube.
With nearly 2 million citizens it's by far the largest city in the country.
City Layout
Actually you can explore two cities in one, because Budapest is made up of Buda and Pest, with the Danube flowing between them, along a stretch of 28 kilometers.
Buda is built on a hill, on the western bank of the river and forms the historical part of the city.
Pest stands on a plain and it's more businesslike with its shops and boulevards.
You can walk between the two connected, but still very different parts of the city on magnificient bridges. Budapest consists of 23 districts.
You can read more about Budapest districts here.
See also our Guide to Centre of Budapest.
Currency in Budapest, Hungary
Forints (Ft) = 100 Fillers (Fillers are not in use anymore)
Coins: Ft 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 200
Banknotes: Ft 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000
Cost of Living in Budapest
Is Budapest a cheap city? Contrary to commom belief I think Budapest is rather expensive and costs and prices are going up every year.
See a detailed guide on Costs and Prices in Budapest.
Important Telephone Numbers
Ambulance service phone 104
Police phone 107
Fire emergency phone 105
Directory inquiries (Budapest and Hungary) phone 198
Directory inquiries (international) - both telephone and fax numbers, call services and prices phone 199
Safety in Budapest
Public safety is fairly good in Budapest though just like in any other popular destination some there are some common tourist traps. See our page about Safety in Budapest for tips on avoiding these traps.
Public Holidays in Hungary
Climate in Budapest
Average temperature 9,0°C, 48°F
Summer season: June-August: average temperature: 21,0°C, 70°F
Winter season: December- February: average temperature: -0,9°C, 30°F
You find more information about Budapest Weather on this page!
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