About Budapest
Budapest, the capital of Hungary, is renowned for its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant cultural scene. Situated along the banks of the Danube River, the city is divided into two parts – the hilly Buda and the flat Pest. Their unique connection creates a striking cityscape that captivates visitors from around the world. Exploring Buda, you can enjoy historic landmarks such as Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion, and charming narrow streets that tell stories of centuries past.
Pest, on the other hand, offers a more modern pace of life, with numerous cafes, squares, and cultural hubs. The impressive Hungarian Parliament building, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, stands as a symbol of architectural grandeur along the Danube. Budapest is also famous for its thermal baths, offering a unique combination of relaxation and tradition. The city is a blend of old and new, a place where history meets modernity, making it an unmissable destination for lovers of culture, art, and gastronomy.
Getting to Budapest
By plane
If you plan to arrive by plane, Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport is the only airport in Budapest. Located about 17 km away from the conference venue, Semmelweis University Nagyvárad square building and also approximately the same distance from any of the hotels recommended by the conference’s webpage.
Please click on the link below to see how to get from the airport to the city:
https://www.bud.hu/en/passengers/transport
By train
If you plan to take a train, please check the time table and available destinations on the Hungarian Railway (MÁV) webpage:
Your train most likely will arrive to Keleti (Eastern) Railway Station or Nyugati (Western Railway Station). From any of the stations the easiest way to the conference site or to the hotels is by metro.
Metro network in Budapest
By long distance coach
One of the main international bus stations, Népliget, is at the close vicinity of the conference location, Semmelweis University. Please see some suggestion below for international bus lines:
Flixbus – https://www.flixbus.com/
Student Agency Bus: https://studentagencybus.com/
From the Népliget or Kelendföld international bus station the easiest way to get to the conference site or to the hotels is by metro.
By car
Budapest is located in the north center of Hungary and all of the main highways lead to the capital from any of the borders. Some of the recommended hotels have parking lot (please see their rate on the accommodation suggestion page). Other option is to park on the street, but please be aware that from 8.00 am until 10.00 pm parking fee should be paid as well as in many districts some of the streets are only for the locals too park.
Pest side
Parliament
The House of Parliament was built at the end of the 19th century. Today it is home to the National Assembly and considered one of the most stunning buildings of the world.
The city’s iconic building is part of the World Heritage Site since 2011 together along with the Banks of the river Danube, the Buda Castle Quarter and Andrássy Avenue. The Parliament become the symbol of Hungary and its capital. The House of Parliament is home to Hungary’s legislative body and the Holy Crown, as well as serving as the workplace of 199 MPs and their support staff of 741 people.
To learn more about the Parliament or visit, please click on the link below:
St Stephens Basilica
St Stephen’s Basilica of Budapest is one of the most beautiful and significant churches and touristic attractions of the country. Also, it is the highest building along with the Parliament in the downtown. It is worth to climb all the way up or take the elevator. The Basilica is dedicated to the king St Stephen who was also the founder of the Hungarian state.
For more information, please check the link below:
Dohány Street Synagogue
The Dohány Street Synagogue is the second largest synagogue in the world. The
Synagogue complex consists of the Great Synagogue, the Heroes’ Temple, a graveyard, a memorial, and a Jewish Museum, which was built on the site where Theodor Herzl’s house stood.
If you wish to know more about the Synagogue visit the following link:
Heroes Square
Heroes’ Square is one of the landmarks of Budapest, which was built for the Millenium, celebrating Hungary’s 1000 birthday. It is also a symbol of Hungarian pride and history. Located at the end of Andrássy Avenue, connecting the down town with the City Park and hugged by the Fine Art Gallery from one side and the Palace of Art from the other side.
Széchenyi Spa
Széchenyi Thermal Spa is the largest medicinal bath in Europe and very popular not only among the tourist but the locals love to go there too. The spa was built in 1913 in Neo baroque style and offers 15 indoor and 3 outdoors pool, some with 40°C.
Buda side
The Buda Castle Quarter
The Castle area is definitely a must to see. The easiest way to go up is to take the funicular or just walk up. The Castle Quarter includes the Royal Palace, which is the home of the Hungarian National Gallery and Hungarian National Library as well as the Matthias Church and Fisherman Bastion, a fairytale look alike construction and of course many restaurants, coffees, art galleries and the best view of Budapest.
Rudas Spa
On the Buda side Rudas Bath is a unique experience as it was built back in the Turkish times in the middle of the 16 th century. The bath has six therapy pools and one swimming pool, the temperature is between 10 and 42 °C. The thermal spa has many of the key elements of a Hamman.