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december 25, 2024 at 1:06 PM CET

Sights & culture

Budapest shining bright: Christmas lights in photos

Check out our photo gallery to see how Budapest's city centre is glowing in holiday spirit this year.

December 20, 2024 at 8:36 AM CET

Sights & culture

See Budapest's largest Christmas tree light up

A very special Christmas tree is set to add to the festive spirit: the 100-metre-tall pillars of Megyeri Bridge will turn green for the holidays.

December 19, 2024 at 12:58 PM CET

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Budapest Weekend Guide 20-22 December

Each week, we gather all of the important happenings taking place in our favourite city so you can plan ahead.

December 6, 2024 at 7:46 PM CET

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Budapest's Christmas tram and festive rides

On December 2nd, the Christmas Fleet kicked off its festive rounds with seven beautifully decorated and lit-up vehicles.

December 4, 2024 at 9:40 AM CET

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Thousands of jogging Santas are set to fill Budapest's streets

Picture thousands of Santas dashing through the city, spreading festive cheer – PENNY Santa Run is coming on 8th December.

December 26, 2023 at 6:21 PM CET

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Christmas throwback - A nostalgic journey through Budapest's festive window displays

Step back in time with these vintage photos and get a glimpse of Christmastime in the second half of the 1900s.

December 21, 2023 at 7:37 PM CET

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Budapest Weekend Guide 22-24 December

A Christmas special round-up featuring the best things to do in the city at the weekend.

December 21, 2023 at 6:48 PM CET

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Budapest's most beautiful Christmas trees

See in photos the most stunning Christmas trees in the city from Szabó Ervin Library to The Ritz-Carlton Budapest and the Opera House.

December 5, 2023 at 4:15 PM CET

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See Christmas trams and buses embark on their festive journeys

We captured the dazzling Christmas fleet – trams and buses decked in lights and decorations – set off on its journey.

December 3, 2023 at 10:27 AM CET

Hungary's biggest Christmas tree got lit up

A very special Christmas tree got dressed up on the first Sunday of Advent as the pillars of Megyeri Bridge turned green for the holidays.

December 2, 2023 at 10:38 AM CET

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Stock up on Hungarian designer gifts at these pop-up Christmas markets

Check out these alternative Christmas markets for unique local gifts.

December 1, 2023 at 6:40 PM CET

Sights & culture

Christmas rides are here – These are the festive vehicles to watch out for

Christmas wouldn't be complete without our trams, buses, trolleys, and even the festive HÉV (suburban railway) adorned in twinkling lights.

November 15, 2023 at 10:53 AM CET

Sights & culture

Step into an illuminated Christmas Wonderland at Lumina Park's new exhibition

At Lumina Christmas, you can stroll through a million fairy lights, spot reindeer, enjoy a carousel ride, and say hello to elves or Santa Claus.

December 21, 2022 at 2:30 PM CET

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Budapest’s best Christmas feasts in 2022

From cinnamon rolls to Hungarian fisherman's soup and lamb hummus bowl, see our list of the best Christmas brunch and dinner options in Budapest.

December 16, 2022 at 5:18 PM CET

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The best alternative Christmas markets and design fairs in Budapest

Slowing down instead of rushing, real gifts instead of tacky ones, supporting Hungarian designers instead of forced spending – introducing smaller craft and designer Christmas markets.

December 13, 2022 at 3:21 PM CET

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Holiday vibes in the Párisi Passage – Christmas flavours and New Year's Eve party in a fin-de-siècle splendour

If you're looking for an unforgettable experience before Christmas, be sure to visit the Párisi Udvar, where the Párisi Passage Café & Brasserie is offering a special programme for the holidays.

December 1, 2022 at 4:39 PM CET

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13 best things to do in Budapest in December

Discover our top13 to-do list for Budapest for a truly memorable holiday season.