It's been a great summer for new openings in Budapest, from dog-friendly gardens to Latin-themed cocktail spots, high-spec listening bars and terrace restaurants on Andrássy út – here are 20 faves!
Gaze at the Danube panorama as you sip a top cocktail, snack on tapas and enjoy DJ sounds at Mike’s Pop-up Garden, the great summer spot at Várkért Bazár.
Relax over a smoothie or a cherry beer at the Buttler Terrace, right by the water of the lake in pretty Orczy Garden, just behind the Museum of Natural History.
It's hot! To cool off with a long drink and a wide panorama, head to one of these rooftop bars in town and take in one of Europe's great urban sunsets!
Sink a craft beer and take in the panoramic view at Élesztő Terasz, younger, smarter Buda sister of revered ruin bar, Élesztőház, deep in darkest Pest.
District VIII has always been a haven of alternative culture, whether it's live music, art or bohemian types convening in bars. You can find these and more at these eight choice venues we've selected.
With spring here and the sun out, take your pick of these 20 great terraces around Budapest, by the river, surrounded by City Park or on an unspoilt island with a match-winning sunset.
It's almost the last weekend of summer, high time to head up to a rooftop cocktail bar and take in wonderful panoramic views of beautiful Budapest over a mixed drink or two.
Despite shutdown and closures, plenty of new bars have opened in Budapest this summer, ideal for alfresco drinking, some also offering DJs and live music. Here are our favourites!
Sip fine mixed drinks at The Duchess, a luxurious cocktail bar set atop the beautifully renovated Matild Palace overlooking Elizabeth Bridge, the Danube and the Buda skyline.
Kick back and get into the summer mood at WAKA Budapest, a floating tropical cocktail bar and DJ party spot near Elizabeth Bridge in downtown Budapest.
It's open and it's great! Check out the new Kertem, legendary alfresco bar in City Park now moved to the industrial zone in Kőbánya, bringing along its vibe and its clientele for company.
Discover these great new drinking spots in town, ideal for summer evenings by the Danube or in the grounds of a cult brewery in deepest Pest. DJs, live music and quality bar food a bonus!