{"id":9927,"date":"2024-03-29T14:08:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-29T10:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.headout.com\/?p=9927"},"modified":"2024-04-04T13:53:34","modified_gmt":"2024-04-04T09:53:34","slug":"budapest-in-may","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-in-may\/","title":{"rendered":"Visiting Budapest in May | Essential tips for a Spring trip!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>May is an ideal time to explore Budapest, as the city awakens with vibrant life after the chill of winter. You can enjoy mild weather, perfect for strolling along the Danube or exploring the historic Castle District. This month also heralds the start of the outdoor festival season, offering a glimpse into Hungary&#8217;s rich cultural tapestry. This blog will delve into the essential tips, from must-see sights to local events, ensuring your visit to Budapest in May is unforgettable.<\/p>\n<h2>What makes Budapest in May special?<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/new\/Parliament+Building+Budapest,+Budapest,+Hungary.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=1100&amp;h=750&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-sizes=\"auto\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" sizes=\"864px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/new\/Parliament+Building+Budapest,+Budapest,+Hungary.jpg?fm=pjpg&amp;auto=compress&amp;w=1100&amp;h=750&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3058151799\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Time and money effectiveness<\/b> &#8211; One of the perks of visiting Budapest in May, is that it is the off-season. For one you can experience almost all attractions without the hassle of long queues and reservations at popular restaurants could be easily made. In addition, hotel rooms and flights are slightly less expensive than the summer season.<\/li>\n<li><b>The liveliness<\/b> &#8211; Budapest is on a full celebration mode during May as various annual events such as Budapest 100, Rosalia &#8211; Ros\u00e9 Festival and Budapest Beer Festival among others are organized.<\/li>\n<li><b>Beautiful Weather<\/b> &#8211; May is often nice and sunny during the day and slightly cooler in the night, making for one of the best months to walk around.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Budapest weather in May<\/h2>\n<p>While summer heat sets in May, frequent rainfall allows you to enjoy a moderate temperature. The average daily temperature goes up to 16\u00b0C, the day time average high is of  21\u00b0C with an average drop to 11\u00b0C at night. Budapest in May experience over 12 hours of sunshine and about 70 mm of rainfall on an average.<\/p>\n<h2>Budapest in May: Things to do<\/h2>\n<p>1<\/p>\n<h2>Budapest Parliament<\/h2>\n<p style=\"display:block;\">\n<p><span> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/tour\/23874\/TOUR-IMAGE\/329fe328-070d-4538-a410-d74ab1c4c9f3-12442-budapest-budapest--parliament-tour---danube-cruise-with-optional-hotel-pick-up-01.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=900&amp;h=450&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" style=\"width: 800px; height: 300px;\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3216091682\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"900\" height=\"223\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Marvel at the Neo-Gothic architecture of the Hungarian Parliament Building, the third-largest parliament building in the world. It&#8217;s especially stunning at night when it&#8217;s lit up. Visitors can take guided tours to see the opulent interior, including the Holy Crown of Hungary.<\/p>\n<p><b>May Timings<\/b>Monday to Friday: 8 am \u2013 6 pmSaturday &amp; Sunday: 8 am to 4 pm Closed on 1 May(Labour Day)<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/location-01.png?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=80&amp;h=80&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces\" style=\"padding-right: 5px; width: 25px;\" alt=\"Location\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1470689023\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 16px !important; font-size: 14px !important;\">Budapest, Kossuth Lajos t\u00e9r 1-3, 1055  Hungary<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Hungarian+Parliament+Building\/@47.507121,19.0434803,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x4741dc1046d4a33d:0x342122b8ff8f0f6e!8m2!3d47.507121!4d19.045669\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #9f7d7c !important\" rel=\"noopener\">Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-parliament\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/budapest-parliament-tour-c-1293\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now <\/a><\/p>\n<p>2<\/p>\n<h2>Gell\u00e9rt Spa<\/h2>\n<p style=\"display:block;\">\n<p><span> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/Budapest\/Budapest+Bath+2.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=900&amp;h=450&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" style=\"width: 800px; height: 300px;\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3764817586\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"900\" height=\"223\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The magnificent Art-Nouveau style Gell\u00e9rt Spa, located within the Hotel Gell\u00e9rt is amongst the most popular baths of the \u2018Spa City,\u2019 While the thermal spa, indoor pool and wave pool can be enjoyed throughout the year, the scenic outdoor pool of this 101-year-old spa, opens only between May &#8211; October.<\/p>\n<p><b>May Timings<\/b>Daily: 9 am \u2013 7 pm<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/St._Vitus_Cathedral\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/location-01.png?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=80&amp;h=80&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces\" style=\"padding-right: 5px; width: 25px;\" alt=\"Location\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1470689023\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 16px !important; font-size: 14px !important;\">Budapest, Kelenhegyi \u00fat 4, 1118  Hungary<a href=\"0xb57da2bfde8d7ab6!8m2!3d47.4837444!4d19.0516211\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #9f7d7c !important\" rel=\"noopener\">Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/best-budapest-baths\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/budapest-bath-tickets-tours-c-1152\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now <\/a><\/p>\n<p>3<\/p>\n<h2>Explore the Ancient Capital of Buda<\/h2>\n<p style=\"display:block;\">\n<p><span> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/Budapest\/Budapest+City+Tours.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=900&amp;h=450&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" style=\"width: 800px; height: 300px;\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1565734442\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"900\" height=\"223\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The weather in Budapest in May is perfect for those exploratory walks in Buda, through notable historic landmarks such as Sandor Palace, Matthias Church, Margaret Bridge and the Fisherman\u2019s Bastion among others. Opt for a guided tour of Buda, to understand the history illustrated by the ancient capital of Hungary.<\/p>\n<p><b>May Timings<\/b>Depends on the tour chosen<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/location-01.png?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=80&amp;h=80&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces\" style=\"padding-right: 5px; width: 25px;\" alt=\"Location\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1470689023\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 16px !important; font-size: 14px !important;\">Buda, Budapest  Hungary<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Budapest,+Buda,+Hungary\/@47.4837444,19.0494324,17z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x4741ddae1d8728f3:0xf41ed7fc34685421!8m2!3d47.4662874!4d19.0495823\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #9f7d7c !important\" rel=\"noopener\">Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/exploring-budapest-city-tours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/city-tours\/budapest-self-guided-tour-e-16167\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now <\/a><\/p>\n<p>4<\/p>\n<h2>Explore the touristy Pest<\/h2>\n<p style=\"display:block;\">\n<p><span> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/Budapest\/Matthias+Church+Budapest.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=900&amp;h=450&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" style=\"width: 800px; height: 300px;\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3188210709\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"900\" height=\"223\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Set predominantly on a flat bourgeois plain Pest hosts plenty must-see landmarks such as St. Stephen\u2019s Basilica, Shoes on the Danube Bank, House of Hungarian Art Nouveau, and Liberty Square. Take advantage of May\u2019s weather to dip your toes into Hungary\u2019s more recent history with a guided tour of Pest.<\/p>\n<p><b>May Timings<\/b>Guided Tours starts daily at 10 am<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/location-01.png?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=80&amp;h=80&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces\" style=\"padding-right: 5px; width: 25px;\" alt=\"Location\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1470689023\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 16px !important; font-size: 14px !important;\">Pest, Budapest Hungary<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Pest+County,+Hungary\/@47.5000203,18.8401647,9z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x4741b86248f2e1d3:0x100c4290c1e10f0!8m2!3d47.4480001!4d19.4618128\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #9f7d7c !important\" rel=\"noopener\">Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/exploring-budapest-city-tours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/pest\/guided-walking-tour-of-pest-e-8786\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now <\/a><\/p>\n<p>5<\/p>\n<h2>Danube River Cruise<\/h2>\n<p style=\"display:block;\">\n<p><span> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/tour\/15605\/TOUR-IMAGE\/781c9b66-3350-4e95-99b5-d48c66ce8cd8-8772-budapest-sightseeing-cruise-75-minutes-02.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=900&amp;h=450&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" style=\"width: 800px; height: 300px;\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"2956433774\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"900\" height=\"223\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>A large part of Buda &amp; Pest charm is attributed to the Danube, that dissects yet connects the two cities into one. Explore the magnificent beauty of both sides of Budapest through a Danube River Cruise, you can either opt for a sunny May morning cruise or a cozy night cruise.<\/p>\n<p><b>May Timings<\/b>Timings vary according to the chosen cruise<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/location-01.png?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=80&amp;h=80&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces\" style=\"padding-right: 5px; width: 25px;\" alt=\"Location\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1470689023\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 16px !important; font-size: 14px !important;\">Danube, Hungary<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Danube\/@46.2340665,13.9076629,6z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x47997e14e88eae97:0x8800350df35eccd7!8m2!3d46.3219325!4d18.3950715\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #9f7d7c !important\" rel=\"noopener\">Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/cruises-budapest-ca-18~8325\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/cruises-budapest-ca-18~8325\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now <\/a><\/p>\n<p>6<\/p>\n<h2>Take a Day Trip to G\u00f6d\u00f6ll\u0151<\/h2>\n<p style=\"display:block;\">\n<p><span> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/Budapest\/Budapest+Day+Tours.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=900&amp;h=450&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" style=\"width: 800px; height: 300px;\" width=\"900\" height=\"223\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3967517556\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Queen Elizabeth, who was fondly addressed as Sisi, loved the G\u00f6d\u00f6ll\u0151 Palace and upon your visit, you\u2019ll know why. From the magnificent 18th century, Baroque and Zopf style palace to the flamboyant gardens adorned with blooming May flowers, every nook and corner makes for an amazing Day Trip to Sisi.<\/p>\n<p>Want to check out more day trip options from Budapest? Head <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-day-trips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><b>May Timings<\/b>Tour starts at 10 am on Thursdays and Saturdays<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/location-01.png?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=80&amp;h=80&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces\" style=\"padding-right: 5px; width: 25px;\" alt=\"Location\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1470689023\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 16px !important; font-size: 14px !important;\">G\u00f6d\u00f6ll\u0151,  Hungary<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/G%C3%B6d%C3%B6ll%C5%91,+Hungary\/@47.5995007,19.2955463,12z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x4741c9171f68656b:0x400c4290c1e1a00!8m2!3d47.6007732!4d19.3605431\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #9f7d7c !important\" rel=\"noopener\">Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-day-trips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/godollo-budapest-c-4782\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now <\/a><\/p>\n<p>7<\/p>\n<h2>Visit the Danube Bend<\/h2>\n<p style=\"display:block;\">\n<p><span> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/tour\/15628\/TOUR-IMAGE\/9413dac0-839c-485b-9a70-e2b1dd7fd53e-8789-budapest-danube-bend-tour-05.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=900&amp;h=450&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" style=\"width: 800px; height: 300px;\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"321723880\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"900\" height=\"223\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Before entering the city of Budapest, the Danube river takes a mysterious curve, dubbed as the Danube Bend. As scenic as it is puzzling, the Danube Bend passes villages of Esztergom, Visegr\u00e1d, and Szentendre. The sunny weather of May allows you to explore this unique u-turn and the neighboring villages with ease.<\/p>\n<p><b>May Timings<\/b>Tour starts at 9 am on Thursdays and Saturdays<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/location-01.png?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=80&amp;h=80&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces\" style=\"padding-right: 5px; width: 25px;\" alt=\"Location\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1470689023\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 16px !important; font-size: 14px !important;\">Budapest,  Hungary<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/47.4979133605957+19.04023551940918\/@47.4979133605957,19.04023551940918,12z\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #9f7d7c !important\" rel=\"noopener\">Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/day-trips-from-budapest\/danube-bend-tour-e-8789\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/day-trips-from-budapest\/danube-bend-tour-e-8789\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now <\/a><\/p>\n<p>8<\/p>\n<h2> Go on a Hungarian Food Tour<\/h2>\n<p style=\"display:block;\">\n<p><span> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/tour\/15622\/TOUR-IMAGE\/696b716d-24c1-49cf-b032-dfddea6db549-8784-budapest-eat-hungary-04.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=900&amp;h=450&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" style=\"width: 800px; height: 300px;\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"481271239\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"900\" height=\"223\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>From Langos to Kolb\u00e1sz &amp; Hurka, from K\u00fcrt\u0151skal\u00e1cs to T\u00far\u00f3 Rudi, Hungarian food is a culinary treat. But where to have the authentic experience from? Well, a professional tour guide, who knows the city inside out exactly knows which places, so opt for a Budapest Food Tour to experience May\u2019s fresh produce.<\/p>\n<p><b>May Timings<\/b>Food Tour starts at 2 pm on Fridays<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/location-01.png?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=80&amp;h=80&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces\" style=\"padding-right: 5px; width: 25px;\" alt=\"Location\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1470689023\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 16px !important; font-size: 14px !important;\">Budapest, B\u00e1thory utca 21-25, 1054  Hungary<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/47.50640869140625+19.053955078125\/@47.50640869140625,19.053955078125,12z\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #9f7d7c !important\" rel=\"noopener\">Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/food-drink-budapest-ca-5~8325\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now <\/a><\/p>\n<p>9<\/p>\n<h2>Visit the Szentendre Artists Village<\/h2>\n<p style=\"display:block;\">\n<p><span> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/Budapest\/Szentendre+Street+Hungary+Budapest.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=900&amp;h=450&amp;crop=faces&amp;fit=min\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" style=\"width: 800px; height: 300px;\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3197315420\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"900\" height=\"223\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Situated at the gate of Danube Bend, this quaint Baroque town is often referred to as the Artist\u2019s Village. Home for more than ten galleries and museums, dedicated to Hungarian arts, Szentendre Village is especially beautiful during May, thanks to the blooming flowers of the spring season and moderate weather<\/p>\n<p>Want to check out more day trip options from Budapest? Head <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-day-trips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><b>May Timings<\/b>Organized day tours starts at 10 am on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays<\/p>\n<p><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/location-01.png?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;w=80&amp;h=80&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces\" style=\"padding-right: 5px; width: 25px;\" alt=\"Location\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1470689023\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"line-height: 16px !important; font-size: 14px !important;\">Szentendre2000  Hungary<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Szentendre,+2000+Hungary\/@47.5064087,19.0539551,12z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x4741d60360a36671:0x400c4290c1e1c20!8m2!3d47.6795337!4d19.0668602\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #9f7d7c !important\" rel=\"noopener\">Getting There \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-day-trips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/day-trips-from-budapest\/half-day-trip-to-szentendre-artists-village-e-8787\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Now <\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Budapest in May: Events to Look Out For<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/8030ee2c5fa450c2711c8b5c0ea62edd-Jazz%20Music.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;w=600&amp;h=600&amp;q=20\" style=\"width: 1000px;\" alt=\"saxophone\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3466810342\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\"><\/p>\n<h4><b>Jazzfest Budapest <\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>27 April &#8211; 15 May, 2024<\/b>  A true-blue (see what we did there? :P) celebration of the music form, Jazzfest Budapest is a must-attend event for music lovers, showcasing a range of jazz genres with performances from talented artists locally and around the globe. This festival brings together a community of jazz enthusiasts, set against the backdrop of the city&#8217;s stunning historical venues.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/b206eb5ec23cb277248bd81419446312-workers%20of%20automotive%20industry.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;w=600&amp;h=500&amp;q=20\" style=\"width: 1000px;\" alt=\"workers in automotive industry\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3901572116\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\"><\/p>\n<h4><b>Automative Hungary<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>7 &#8211; 10 May, 2024<\/b> An International Trade Exhibition for the automative industry suppliers, created a decade ago to serve as a meeting forum for stakeholders in the Hungarian automotive industry. The event is dedicated to showcasing the latest technologies and trends in the Automotive Industry.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/68da0d91d8c5be2a40dc5764f77ac27a-8931-prague-historic-czech-beer-tour-01.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;w=600&amp;h=500&amp;q=20\" style=\"width: 1000px;\" alt=\"beer\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3901572116\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\"><\/p>\n<h4><b>Budapest Beer Week<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>20 &#8211; 26 May, 2024<\/b> Budapest Beer Week is an annual event held in May in Budapest, Hungary. It features over 60 microbreweries from around the world, showcasing their unique beer products. Visitors get to taste an incredible selection of beers, including the famous Hungarian beer specialty, Korty, which is fermented with Tokaji Aszu.<\/p>\n<h2>Budapest in May: 3-day Itinerary<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re visiting Budapest in May and are looking for an itinerary that you can simply adapt, here&#8217;s our handcrafted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-itinerary-3-days\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3 day itinerary<\/a>. You can also take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-itinerary-2-days\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2 day<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-itinerary-1-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1 day<\/a> itineraries for visiting Budapest.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest1\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest1\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest1\"><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #9f7d7c\">Day 1<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest1\"><\/a><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest1\"><\/a><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/Venice\/Grand+Canal+Venice.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;w=220&amp;h=150\" style=\"width: 225px;\" alt=\"3 days in Budapest \" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3568803567\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"220\" height=\"150\"><\/span><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/new\/Budapest+City+3.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;&amp;w=335&amp;h=225\" style=\"width: 225px;\" alt=\"3 days in Budapest \" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1767995352\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"220\" height=\"150\"><\/span><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/category\/1152\/image\/11788366-3155-4d21-afbb-ebc55b761a1c-BathsinBudapest.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;w=220&amp;h=150\" alt=\"3 days in Budapest \" style=\"width: 225px;\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"821339845\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"220\" height=\"150\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Sz\u00e9chenyi Thermal Bath \u2022 Budapest Parliament \u2022 Budapest Food Tour \u2022 Danube River Cruise<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest2\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest2\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest2\"><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #9f7d7c\">Day 2<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest2\"><\/a><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest2\"><\/a><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/Budapest\/Budapest+City.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;w=220&amp;h=150\" style=\"width: 225px;\" alt=\"3 days in Budapest \" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"984951819\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"220\" height=\"150\"><\/span><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/Budapest\/Fishermann+Bastion+Budapest+2.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;&amp;w=335&amp;h=225\" style=\"width: 225px;\" alt=\"3 days in Budapest \" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1684659580\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"220\" height=\"150\"><\/span><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/Budapest\/Budapest+City+2.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;w=220&amp;h=150\" alt=\"3 days in Budapest \" style=\"width: 225px;\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1148563793\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"220\" height=\"150\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Danube Bend Tour<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest3\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest3\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest3\"><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #9f7d7c\">Day 3<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/a><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest3\"><\/a><a href=\"#3daysinbudapest3\"><\/a><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/Budapest\/Fisherman+Baschion+Plaza+Budapest.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;w=220&amp;h=150\" style=\"width: 225px;\" alt=\"3 days in Budapest \" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3397776039\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"220\" height=\"150\"><\/span><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/media\/images\/new\/Matthias+Church+Budapest.jpg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;w=220&amp;h=150\" style=\"width: 225px;\" alt=\"3 days in Budapest \" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3377853428\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"220\" height=\"150\"><\/span><span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/tour\/15605\/TOUR-IMAGE\/5eda27ed-9cb5-44b9-8ba6-aeed6a374fbb-05dd1b40-e4fe-4014-9616-1c1413e83182-SIlverlineCruises-Sightseeing-small.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;fm=pjpg&amp;fit=min&amp;crop=faces&amp;w=220&amp;h=150\" style=\"width: 225px;\" alt=\"3 days in Budapest \" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1312175767\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"220\" height=\"150\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Walking Tour of Pest \u2022 Walking Tour of Buda \u2022 Margaret Island<\/p>\n<h2>Budapest Essentials<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"?\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/2.4\/svg\/1f310.svg\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"215057619\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/p>\n<p>Language<span>Hungarian<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"?\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/2.4\/svg\/1f550.svg\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1682434641\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/p>\n<p>Time zone<span>GMT+2<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\u260e\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/2.4\/svg\/260e.svg\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1004292939\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/p>\n<p>Country Code<span>+36<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"?\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/2.4\/svg\/1f50c.svg\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"4193108789\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/p>\n<p>Socket <span>Type C &amp; F<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"?\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/2.4\/svg\/1f4b6.svg\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1328076693\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"><\/p>\n<p>Currency<span>Hungarian Forints(HUF)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Where to Stay in Budapest in May<\/h3>\n<p>Being one of the most visited cities of Europe Budapest offers a variety of accommodation option. The best part is that the city is relatively inexpensive and depending upon your budget you can opt for a uber-luxurious stay or a budgeted hostel. Here are some options that you can opt for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Luxury \u2013 Kempinski Hotel Corvinus, The Ritz-Carlton Budapest, Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace, Intercontinental Budapest<\/li>\n<li>Mid-Range &#8211;  Baltazar Budapest, Boutique Hotel Victoria, Hotel Palazzo Zichy, Hilton Budapest, Prestige Hotel Budapest<\/li>\n<li>Budget &#8211; Maison Bistro &amp; Hotel, Hotel Rum, The Hive Party Hostel, Hostel One Basilica, Fifteen Boutique Rooms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What to Pack for Budapest in May<\/h3>\n<p>May offers you perfect sight seeing weather not too hot, nor too cold, so pack accordingly. Ensure that you include an umbrella and a lightweight windcheater for the rainy days and a good SPF sunscreen and sunglasses for the sunny days. The windcheater would double up as jacket for those chilly evening. Opt for medium &#8211; lightweight clothes and a comfortable pair of shoes\/sandals. Note that Budapest has a lively night culture, so carry evening clothes and accessories accordingly.<\/p>\n<h3>Getting Around in Budapest in May<\/h3>\n<p>Budapest is an easy city to maneuver through, mostly thanks to its public transport system. Invest in a Budapest City Pass that will allow you use public transportation for free. The Metro, with its four lines \u2013 M1, M2, M3 and M4, almost covers the entire city. The tram routes 2,4,6 cover all the notable, must-visit spot. In addition, with more than 200 bus routes, buses in Budapest is not just readily available, but is a faster and cheaper way to commute within the city. Do note that most of the Budapest Public Transport system shuts down by 11 PM, you will have to rely on cabs after that.<\/p>\n<h2>Budapest in May &#8211; Must Try Delicacies<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/blog-content\/image\/aeec5a41adf57e1bd63da30a4e0d4a0b-goulash-ge5be98afa_1920.jpg?ixlib=rb-0.3.5&amp;ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEyMDd9&amp;s=cc1080b2c97301bbd83d70d0ebbdce45&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=658&amp;q=10\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3161420624\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"> <span>Guly\u00e1s (Goulash)<\/span><\/p>\n<p>A classic spicy rich stew, so famous that it is often referred to as Hungary&#8217;s national dish. Goulash is a meat stew and cooked with onions, paprika, tomatoes and pepper. Traditionally cooked on iron cauldrons over wood fires and served alongside a fresh white bread and chopped hot paprika. Where to eat:  Budapest Bisztr\u00f3, Gett\u00f3 Guly\u00e1s, Bestia<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/fea2d708ab47f8b74ede4d08fbc6b66d-This%20is%20a%20Photograph%20of%20LANGOS.jpg?ixlib=rb-0.3.5&amp;ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEyMDd9&amp;s=cc1080b2c97301bbd83d70d0ebbdce45&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=658&amp;q=10\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1414866679\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"> <span>L\u00e1ngos<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Available all year round, L\u00e1ngos is a classic comfort food that is delicious, savory and affordable. A doughy flatbread is deep fried and served warm with a variety of toppings such as sour cream, mashed potatoes, grated cheese, garlic butter.  A perfect L\u00e1ngos is crisp on the outside and soft and plump in the middle.  Where to eat:  Retro Bufe, L\u00e1ngos Papa, Drum Cafe<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/0a1584da27211ae9e9041b637f37d622-KU%CC%88RTO%CC%8BSKALA%CC%81CS.jpg?ixlib=rb-0.3.5&amp;ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEyMDd9&amp;s=cc1080b2c97301bbd83d70d0ebbdce45&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=658&amp;q=10\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"2386857829\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"> <span>K\u00fcrt\u0151skal\u00e1cs<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Long strips of sugary dough are wrapped around cone-shaped spits, that are then brushed with butter and roasted over charcoal. When removed from the spits, it released steam like a chimney, which leads to its another name, Chimney cake. The sugary crispy coating is then slathered with cinnamon, ground walnuts and caramel. Where to eat:  Moln\u00e1r\u2019s K\u00fcrt\u0151skal\u00e1cs K\u00e1v\u00e9z\u00f3, Street Cakes, Hopp\u00e1cska<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/d932e8374d7e0255e72662e6755ca6ea-STUFFED%20CABBAGE.jpg?ixlib=rb-0.3.5&amp;ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEyMDd9&amp;s=cc1080b2c97301bbd83d70d0ebbdce45&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=658&amp;q=10\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"65251878\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"> <span>T\u00f6lt\u00f6tt K\u00e1poszta (Stuffed cabbage)<\/span><\/p>\n<p>A very popular dish across Central Eastern European as well as parts of Asia. A traditional Hungarian T\u00f6lt\u00f6tt K\u00e1poszta features cooked cabbage leaves stuffed with pork mince and beef, rice, tomatoes, sauerkraut and obviously paprika. A typical dish around spring and winter times, popular at home and at high-end restaurants as well. Where to eat: Csarnok Vend\u00e9gl\u0151, Sz\u00e1z\u00e9ves Restaurant<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix.headout.com\/media\/images\/d871692a3ae161aed91e289a2c9ca175-MEGGYLEVES.jpg?ixlib=rb-0.3.5&amp;ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEyMDd9&amp;s=cc1080b2c97301bbd83d70d0ebbdce45&amp;auto=format&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=658&amp;q=10\" alt=\"Budapest in May\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"2038613223\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\"> <span>Meggyleves <\/span><\/p>\n<p>A chilled sweet soup made from sour cherries, sour cream, and sugar, Meggyleves is the  most common version of Gy\u00fcm\u00f6lcsleves. Typically served as a chilled starter or a light summer dish, its fresh, tart, creamy and definitely delicious and best made in spring and summer as you get fresh cherries.  Where to eat: Kispiac Bisztro, Kerek Vendeglo<\/p>\n<h2>Tips for visiting Budapest in May<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Validate your ticket:<\/b> Just buying a ticket for any of the public transport system in Budapest is not enough, you will have to validate your ticket at the boarding place. An unvalidated ticket is considered no ticket and can be fined anything between HUF 6000 to HUF 10,000.<\/li>\n<li><b>Be spontaneous:<\/b> Be open and spontaneous about your evening entertainment, explore alfresco restaurants, open-air bars, street food markets and illustrious coffee houses among other things.<\/li>\n<li><b>Visit multiple Baths\/spas:<\/b> Being the shoulder season, you can find great deals on multiple baths across the city. Since there is nothing like too much of rejuvenating time, ensure that you indulge in some relaxing down time at multiple spots, depending upon your budget.<\/li>\n<li><b>Explore, Explore and Explore:<\/b> Along with their neighbouring cities, Buda and Pest are a unique experience that words couldn\u2019t do justice to. Depending upon your choice, ensure that you take advantage of May to either explore the area through walking tours, bus tours or a boat ride on the Danube.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>A month-by-month guide to visiting Budapest<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-in-january\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/Icons\/noun_toast_1471331+(1).png\" alt=\"Budapest in Jan\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"1905719313\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"60px\" height=\"60px\"><\/a>Jan <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-in-february\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/Icons\/noun_Hearts_102763+(2).png\" alt=\"Budapest in Feb\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3725644251\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"60px\" height=\"60px\"><\/a>Feb <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-in-march\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/Icons\/noun_Bird_1886434+(1).png\" alt=\"Budapest in March\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"2459099357\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"60px\" height=\"60px\"><\/a>Mar <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-in-april\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/Icons\/noun_Flower_123917+(1).png\" alt=\"Budapest in April\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"2321469850\" onload=\"pagespeed.CriticalImages.checkImageForCriticality(this);\" width=\"60px\" height=\"60px\"><\/a>Apr <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/budapest-in-may\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-imgix-open.headout.com\/blog\/Budapest\/Best+Time+To+Visit+Budapest\/noun_Rain_2616922.png\" 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