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Városliget (City Park), the largest park in Budapest, was originally designed in 1896 by French landscape designer Nebbion to celebrate the Hungarian Millennium Exhibition. It houses several historical sites, such as Vajdahunyad Castle with the Museum of Hungarian Agriculture, and Széchenyi baths.
Over 100 scientific games and experiments based on the laws of physics. The Palace of Miracles is fun for both kids and adults.
XIII. Váci út 19
The zoo having over 2000 animals is open all year round, but longer hours operate during the summer months. Not only animals and plants are the attractions of Budapest Zoo, but also art noveau and folk style buildings built by the best Hungarian architects.
XIV. Állatkerti körút 6-12
Funicular was built in 1870, but destroyed later, during WWII, and rebuilt only in 1986 according to the original plans.
The Funicular is not only fun, it also takes you to the Castle Hill, the most popular attraction of Budapest.
Operating hours: 7.30 - 22.00
Closed every odd week Monday