Buda Castle, a place with a thousand and one activities

Buda Castle, also known as Budavár Palace, began construction in the 14th century and was destined to become the historic castle of the kings of Hungary. Between completion, destruction and reconstruction, it was not completely finished until the 20th century. Today, it is known as the anchor of the Buda district, also known as Buda Castle. It remains an aesthetic symbol, inspiring the work of many artists, from painters to more contemporary musicians such as Selena Gomez and Katy Perry.

Of course, the castle offers a classic guided tour, which costs £9 per person and includes a 2-3 hour tour of the palace and the surrounding area. But it also offers some more unusual activities, and we've put together a small selection for you.

The castle is great, but underneath it's even better. It conceals a veritable network of caves that form a gigantic labyrinth. It's a very pleasant experience to lose yourself in these limestone tunnels and admire the efforts that went into creating what is now just an attraction. The guide explains how man and nature worked together over many centuries to create this unique place. The cost is £9 per person. However, families should be aware that this activity is not open to children under 5.

Move away from the castle and take a stroll through the district, where you can take part in a fun tour guided by a quest on a mobile game. Super fun, this activity takes you to all the points of interest in the district, including the castle itself, in a perfect blend of escape game and treasure hunt. What's more, this is surely the cheapest activity, costing just £6for 80 minutes. All you have to do is download the app, go to the indicated starting point and off you go on your adventure!

If you don't have time to visit the building during the day, don't worry, this activity is just what you need. The guide, dressed in Gothic costume, takes overnight visitors into the castle's lesser-known nooks and crannies. As we make our way through the rooms, we learn more about the history of the place and its affiliation with the country's popular vampire stories. The price per person is £18. Although a little more expensive, this activity allows you to discover the monument from an original angle, and makes a welcome change from the rather more traditional tours you'll find in Budapest's other must-sees.