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Taking on Central Europe, One City at a Time

Start your trip from Budapest. After having spent 3 nights there, head for the North West and stop after 2 hours, in Slovakia’s capital : Bratislava.

Spend 2 days there and then drive an our away to the City of Dream & Music : Vienna, where you’ll spend 2 nights as well.

After having enjoyed the elegance and charm of the city continue your route for 3 hours to Czechia. Stay in Prague for 2 days before hitting the road again, this time in direction of Berlin.

You can stop halfway in the grand Dresden (1h40 away) before arriving in the Mannchaft’s capital: Berlin, counting an other 2 hours drive. Finish the trip with 3 days there.

 

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Sight-seeing

Budapest

To have the most spectacular view of the Danube and the Parliament’s building, go to the Fisherman’s Bastion. Going at night makes if even more magical.

Bratislava

After having strolled near the Danube, discovered the historical down town of Slovakia’s capital and then walk up and to visit the Bratislava Castle, known for its striking white walls, four corner towers, and panoramic views.

Vienna

Wonder along Schönbrunn Palace, a Baroque imperial residence. Once the summer residence of the Habsburg monarchs, it is renowned for its opulent architecture, expansive gardens, and its role as a symbol of Austria’s imperial heritage.

Prague

Walk in Czechia’s capital all the way to Charles Bridge – Prague’s iconic medieval bridge lined with statues and beautiful city views. Don’t forget to pass by the Astronomical Clock in the Old Town.

Berlin

Let curiosity guide you around Germany’s capital. Go find out about the hidden galleries and cafés. Don’t forget to go to Postdamer and Alexander Platz to see the TV town and to go to the one of a kind Dead Chicken Alley. 

Food Spots

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Go try out the famous and delicious Hungarian chimney cakes while you’re in Budapest.

white cream on brown round bowl

Don’t miss out on Europe’s largest diner. Enjoy a good Slovakian meal all whilst sitting in an old theatre at the Bratislavský Meštiansky Pivovar.

https://dunajska.mestianskypivovar.sk/en

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Enjoy this one of a kind, extravagant restaurant in central Vienna, known for one of the best vegan experience. A bit more on the higher end, this five star experience won’t be of regret.

http://www.jola.wien/

Enjoy your everyday coffee, with a good Apfelstrudel. A traditional Austrian apple cake.

The most iconic place to have it would have to be at Café Landtmann

https://www.landtmann.at/

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top view salad with guacamole

Sometimes, vegetarian restaurants are just what one needs. Try out Maitrea, not far from Prague’s Old Town, it is known for its creative dishes, cozy atmosphere, and excellent desserts.

https://www.restaurace-maitrea.cz/en/

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You can find tons of delicious snack bars in German’y capital where you can  try all sorts of varied cuisines. If you are looking for a spot where you can eat breakfast, lunch or diner, whilst looking above the city, then go eat Middle Eastern food at Neni

https://nenifood.com/restaurants/berlin

Activities

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Soak in the healing thermal waters of Budapest to start off your trip the most relaxing way.

https://www.szechenyifurdo.hu/

Price: 25-60€

white bridge

Discover Bratislava from its 95 meters high saucer-shaped structure. You’ll be able to enjoy a panoramic vue over the Danube river and the whole city.

Price: 10-15€

For my extreme travellers, feel a little alive again by trying their Skywalk attraction.

Price : 45€ 

https://www.u-f-o.sk/information

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Whether you’re an amateur or not you must experience the Wiener Staatsoper, Vienna’s most famous Opera

https://www.wiener-staatsoper.at/

Price : 13-18€

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Cruise along Vltava River in Prague on one of there cruises. The Vltava River Cruise is a sightseeing and leisure boat tour, offering panoramic views of the city’s major landmarks from the water.

https://www.prague-boats.cz/?srsltid=AfmBOorvjHtHb_UGA7JBts_Iu0eaShlBPoRBbVvm2FNTmyxjXQtqilqV

Price : 12-79€

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One of the most unique area you can go to is this abandoned airport : Tempelhofer Feld. Go skate, ride a bike or just read your favourite book in this 300 hectare park. The best is to come around sunset for a picnic diner.

Museums

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Enjoy a mix of architecture, paintings in Hungarian National Museum, which offers the excellent introduction to Hungary’s history and culture.

https://mnm.hu/ 

Price : 0-20€

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Enjoy contemporary art in the Danubiana Meulensteen Art Museum in Bratislava city.

https://danubiana.sk/

Price : 6-25€

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A charming place you should go to is the Sisi Museum. Rich in architecture, history and Austrian culture.

https://www.sisimuseum-hofburg.at/en/tickets/tickets-prices

Price : 12-20€

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Go to the Prague National Museum, the country’s largest museum, covering history, science, and culture.

https://www.nm.cz/en

Price : 13€

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Once you’ve seen the East Side Gallery, walk along the Spree river, all the way to a bunch of art galleries in Friedrichshain. You have so many options and you’ll avoid the crowdy tourists.

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Berlin wears its history on every corner, and nowhere is that story told better than at the Deutsches Historisches Museum. Step inside curious, leave with a deeper understanding of the world around you.

https://www.dhm.de/

Price: 7-22€