Destination: Budapest
Practical Matters Budapest   Before You Go   When You Are There    *Time    *Arriving    *Customs    *Money    *National Holidays    *Tourist Offices    *Opening Hours    *Public Transportation    *Driving    *Car Rental    *Taxis    *Personal Safety    *Telephones    *Post    *Tips/Gratuities    *Electricity    *Health    *Clothing Sizes    *Concessions   Language   Offices to Serve You Abroad	HEALTH Insurance All visitors to Hungary receive free first aid and transport to hospital. However, there is a charge for all other treatment so it is essential to take out comprehensive health insurance. Dental Services Dental treatment and associated prescribed medicines must be paid for. High-quality dental work is relatively inexpensive by western standards. Contact your embassy for details of dentists speaking foreign languages. Sun Advice During the high season temperatures can rise into the 30°C with bright sunshine. It is recommended that you wear a sunhat and cover the skin as Budapest can receive around nine hours of sunshine in July and August. Drugs Pharmacies (gyógyszertár or patika) issue a wide range of drugs, but mostly originating in Eastern European. If you require special medication you should take it with you. Products tend to be cheaper than in the West. Safe Water Tap water is safe to drink. Otherwise, bottled water is widely available if you prefer. Look for ásvány víz (mineral water) or szóda víz (soda water).	COUNTRY Hungary REGION CITIES Budapest   Viewing   Top Ten   What To See   Where To ...   Practical Matters MAPS World Europe TRAVEL BOOK