Currency
Hungary's official currency is the Hungarian Forint (HUF)
Why Visit Hungary?
Hungary is the ideal holiday destination for solo travellers, with its many attractions, historic sites, and culture. Carving its way through Hungary is the mighty Danube River and is truly a sight to behold. Solo travellers can even travel on this magnificent waterway and sail past the impressive Hungarian parliament building that is positioned riverside. Over on the Pest side of the river, solo travellers can also swim in the famous thermal baths!
Food
Thermal Baths
Danube River
History
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Holidays to Hungary
Facts about Hungary
Time Zone
Hungary follows Central European Time (CET), which is GMT+1, and observes daylight saving time, shifting to GMT+2 in the summer months
Weather
Hungary experiences a continental climate with cold winters (average temperatures of -2°C to 3°C in January) and warm summers (averaging 25°C to 30°C in July)
Things to see & do
Explore Budapest's iconic Parliament Building and Buda Castle, relax in the Széchenyi Thermal Baths, and cruise on the Danube River for stunning views of the city
Local Cuisine
Savor goulash (a rich beef soup with paprika and vegetables), pörkölt (a flavorful stew made with pork or beef), and langos (fried dough topped with garlic, cheese, and sour cream)
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