Discover the tangled history of ELTE Botanical Gardens, now 250 years old, where Habsburg monarchs observed troop manoeuvres and King Mátyás once had his hunting lodge.
Discover the secret world of Budapest's urban passageways, from Mediterranean courtyards to hidden statues of Napoleon.
Providing an adventurous day out within easy reach of Budapest, the Jegenye Valley features a gushing waterfall, idyllic streams and hidden meadows, bookended by a historic castle and panoramic tower.
See the latest baby elephant born at Budapest Zoo – unique video shows mother Angele giving birth to the new arrival! Tune in on Thursdays to the zoo's Facebook page for updates.
Let's all celebrate Earth Day! To mark this climate-friendly occasion, Budapest’s showcase boulevard of Andrássy út will be closed off to cars, also rolling over into the weekend.
Discover Pap Island and Leányfalu, lesser-known destinations beyond the favourite getaway of Szentendre, now accessible from Budapest by a cycle-friendly route.
Hop on and hop off up and down the Danube Bend thanks to the Mahart boat service being reintroduced from Saturday, 24 April. And all for 1,000 forints a day!
Opening this weekend, the Tractor Amusement Park is sure to entertain families who head out to Törökbálint south-west of Budapest.
Local animal adoption group MFÖEK urges Budapest residents to learn about fostering and adopting animals in a safe and humane way.
The neglected Danube embankment at Pesterzsébet in south Pest will soon be transformed, with mini piers, a promenade and a picnic area making the riverside more accessible to the public.
Walk through the treetops at Normafa once this new nature trail is built, providing spectacular views of Budapest and nearby wildlife. Completion is due for summer 2022.
Hike up to the Ádám Balogh rocks near Pasarét for glimpses of rare Hungarian plant life and fantastic views over Buda.
See how generations of Hungarians enjoyed their trips to Budapest Zoo back in the day.
A painter of nature and wildlife, Pál Csergezán was revered abroad but largely unrecognised outside of hunting and hiking circles in Hungary. Today, he has a lookout tower created in his name.
No more cars along the Pest embankment from this weekend, and then every Saturday and Sunday until renovation works begin on the riverside promenade.
Hiking is as popular now around Budapest as it was a century ago. Take a look at this archive images from the Fortepan archive to see how Hungarians headed for the great outdoors generations ago.
The wetlands of Mocsárosdűlő have escaped major construction plans, with the aim now on recreation and natural rehabilitation.
Head to the Gyada forest trail for an adventure through Gothic swamps, romantic forest and the longest suspension bridge for hikers in Hungary.
Come with us on another urban walk around Budapest, this time taking in the pretty and historic parks of Buda.
One of Budapest's most popular picnic and excursion spots, Nagyrét in Hűvösvölgy, will soon be transformed with a themed playground, outdoor gym and sports court.
Residents of District VI will soon be able to take part in a new urban garden programme, taking care of 30 flatbeds or just enjoying the pretty view.
There's a double celebration this holiday weekend around the Chain Bridge and Pest quay, with the closing of Chain Bridge and annual 15 March events. Ride a vintage tram and take in an exhibition!
Lending his name to a recently erected lookout tower on Hármashatár Hill and the nature trail he laid out a century ago, Károly Guckler is one of the great pioneers of forest management in Budapest.
Rediscover Budapest with our series of great city walks, taking in the sights of Europe’s most beautiful city. Today's stroll: the Buda embankment, from Margaret Bridge to Kopaszi-gát.
A drab concrete courtyard in a Zugló apartment block has been transformed into a lush communal garden by residents.