Things to do in Budapest with kids

Things to do in Budapest with kids

  • 15.05.2023
  • Events, What to do in Budapest

Budapest is a great city to enjoy even with small kids. In this following list we’ll show you some of the best attractions, which could be enjoyed with the youngest generation as well.

1. Budapest Eye
2. Zugliget Chairlift
3. Vajdahunyad Castle & City Park
4. Tropicarium
5. Margaret Island
6. Budapest Zoo
7. Puppet Theatre
8. Events for kids

1. Ferris-wheel in Budapest

Since March of 2017, Budapest has a huge Eye too and it operates throughout the year. If you take a ride on the Eye, which is located in the heart of the city, the view will amaze your whole family. With its 65m height, it is the largest Ferris-wheel in Europe, so it should be on your itinerary – no doubt.


Photo: Spice of Europe

2. Zugliget Chairlift

This ride will take you up to one of the most beautiful hills of Hungary – to Normafa. It takes 15 minutes to get there and the view is beautiful all year around. If you buy a Budapest card, you can use it in both ways free of charge.

3. Vajdahunyad Castle & City Park

One of the most romantic castles in Hungary is located in the city park of Budapest – next to the Hero’s square. The Vajdahunyad Castle was built in 1896 and its fairy-tale style showcases the architectural evolution of centuries in Hungary. There is a lake connected to the castle, which operates as a boating lake during summer and as an ice-skating rink during wintertime. The castle is home to several festivals, but you can enjoy concerts and exhibitions here too.

4. Tropicarium

They say: “Welcome to the shark-zoo”. It is a real wow for not just kids, but for the adults too. You can watch hundreds of colorful water fishes, little monkeys, alligators and you can even play with rays. can The main attraction is truly breathtaking; sharks swimming around in the 1,4 million liter aquarium.

5. Margaret island

It is the biggest park and island of Budapest, bounded by the two bridges – Margaret and Árpád. It is the green gem of the city where you can play with the kids in beautiful nature, have a picnic, enjoy the musical fountain, visit the small zoo for free of charge or visit the water park and the swimming pools.


Photo: jozsef_molnar

6. Budapest ZOO

You can find the Budapest Zoo in the centre of the city, located next to the City Park and Vajdahunyad castle. They have all the cute, funny, huge, interesting, special and amazing animals to visit in their park, from all over the world, above and under the ground. With kids, it is a must-see place.

7. Puppet Theatre

The largest puppet theatre of Central Europe is located on Andrássy Avenue in Budapest, hosting a 403-seat hall. They are open every day awaiting visitors with amazing shows, which can be enjoyed by everyone in the family.


Events for kids

Lumina Park Exhibition  Event/Place

Lumina Park Exhibition

  • 23.10.2023 - 31.01.2024
  • Events, What to do in Budapest

Palatinus Beach will be transformed into a light bath again in autumn! Lumina Park is scheduled to open its doors to visitors from the end of October …

  • 3800-4400 Ft
Local Design Market Event/Place

Local Design Market

  • 07.10.2023 - 22.10.2023
  • Events, What to do in Budapest

On 7 October, Elisabeth Square will host a huge market on the occasion of the Hello Market Design Fair. Families, children and dogs are welcome to com…

Marczibányi Square Cultural Centre Event/Place

Marczibányi Square Cultural Centre

  • 29.08.2023 - 31.12.2023
  • Events, What to do in Budapest

The Marczibányi Square Cultural Centre is a great place to go if you’re looking for exciting events. It offers a wide range of activities to app…

Event/Place

Dino-verse Exhibition

  • 07.07.2023 - 31.12.2023
  • Events, What to do in Budapest

Don’t miss one of the most exciting exhibitions of the summer, the Dino-verse! The dinosaur exhibit features 40 life-size, moving and vocal dino…

  • 4000-6000 Ft
Event/Place

Virtual Reality PlayRoom

  • 05.03.2022 - 30.12.2023
  • Events, What to do in Budapest

Play VR is one of the most popular virtual reality arcades in downtown Budapest, where unforgettable experiences await you. You can play individually …

  • 17
Event/Place

Museum of Illusions

  • 01.04.2022 - 31.12.2024
  • Events, What to do in Budapest

A fascinating world full of illusions that will trick your senses. If you missed to make a joke on the 1st of April visit the museum and you will have…

  • 2700-3900 ft
Event/Place

Grund Market

  • 01.04.2023 - 23.12.2023
  • Events, What to do in Budapest

The wonderful weather has also brought about a great new market courtesy of none other than the Grund pub. From April 1, you can visit the farmers&#82…

  • 0 Ft
Event/Place

Travelling Galaxy Exhibition

  • 15.12.2022 - 31.12.2023
  • Events, What to do in Budapest

An interactive exhibition in Kecskeméti Street will take you into the world of Star Wars. The Travelling Galaxy is a private collection exhibition fea…

  • 3900-5500 Ft
Event/Place

Arcadia Game Exhibition

  • 23.09.2022 - 31.12.2024
  • Events, What to do in Budapest

Postponed to 2022!
3 unforgettable days for the whole family. At the Hungarian Railway Museum for the first time Arcadia Game Exhibtion! A lot of exci…

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