We didn’t really know what to expect from the city of Budapest, Hungary. On the one hand it was once a thriving part of one of Europe’s great empires. On the other hand, that was a long time ago and some would say it has since been left behind by its neighbors to the west. When we walked around Budapest we found a beautiful city filled with history both young and old.

We took this photo of the Matthias Church near the Danube River. The church itself was actually the coronation site of Charles IV, the last Hapsburg king, as well as a Mosque during the Turkish occupation of the middle ages. The church itself sits on Castle Hill which is known for more than what sits on the hillside.

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IF YOU GO: Be sure to explore some of Budapest’s caves and the labyrinth right under the Castle Hill. Some of the things inside the labyrinth might be a bit odd but exploring the cave system is a lot of fun in its own right. Be sure to spend some time soaking in the spa and if you really do intend to enjoy all Budapest has to offer you may want to consider Budapest Apartments for your stay.