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Time Out magazine rounded up the planet's coolest neighbourhoods, and Budapest's Palace Quarter snatched the 31st place.

Thu, 19 Sep 2024

Budapest

Budapest Flood Update: Lower embankments now underwater

The water level is expected to peak this weekend, but rest assured, the city is well-prepared.

Wed, 28 Aug 2024

Budapest

Cool vintage photos of Budapest's bygone summers

We’ve dug up some vintage photos to show how people in the past managed to stay cool – before air conditioning was even a thing.

Mon, 26 Aug 2024

Budapest

Check out Budapest’s best pooch pics in celebration of National Dog Day

We've piled up our favourite pup photos from over the years. Take a look at the everyday lives of Budapest's beloved pooches!

Wed, 31 Jul 2024

Budapest

A new promenade might be created on the Danube bank in central Budapest

The city council promises more walking and green spaces, direct access to the riverside, and fewer cars.

Fri, 26 Jul 2024

Budapest

Downtown Pest embankment to be car-free for 3 weeks

car-free

pest embankment

jane haining quay

After the car-free weekends, now a shorter section of the Pest embankment is to be taken over by pedestrians for 3 full weeks.

Sat, 20 Jul 2024

Sights & culture Budapest

Pictures of Budapest – Get a bird's-eye view of the city

budapest views

rákóczi bridge

keleti railway station

See the Keleti Railway Station, the Rákóczi Bridge, the Puskás Arena, or Rákóczi Street from a new perspective!

Wed, 17 Jul 2024

Active Budapest

Races, themed events, and live broadcasts - It's F1 Hungarian Grand Prix weekend!

formula 1

hungaroring

hungarian grand prix 2024

f1 race

Find useful information on how to get to Hungaroring and what to do off-track. If you'd watch the laps at a bar or join events, also read on!

Mon, 10 Jun 2024

Budapest

Walking on water – See the swollen Danube in photos

danube

flood

photos of budapest

Our photographers at We Love Budapest captured the fascinating yet eerie scenes. Take a look!

Thu, 6 Jun 2024

Budapest

Danube flooding calls for the closure of embankments

Watch out as the Danube is about to overflow its banks, calling for the closure of the lower embankments.

Tue, 4 Jun 2024

Budapest

New urban district to be built on the Danube, with artificial lake and sandy beach

central district lagoon city

A Mediterranean lagoon in Budapest? Sure, why not? With the new project, you will soon enjoy a sandy beach, a luxury hotel, and shopping facilities!

Tue, 30 Apr 2024

Budapest

Enjoy a ride aboard vintage trams, buses, and trolleybuses from May

If you are looking to add some pizzazz to your public transport in Budapest, catch a vintage vehicle!

Fri, 26 Apr 2024

Budapest

Hop back on the Zugliget Chairlift, one of the city's most fun attractions

chairlift

attraction

buda hills

After a 7-month hiatus for maintenance, the Zugliget Chairlift is ready to transport passengers in the picturesque Buda Hills once again.

Tue, 9 Apr 2024

Budapest

Photos of Budapest: Spring of 2024

See a beautiful collection of images featuring a sea of tulips, blossoming cherry trees, happy pups, and city-dwellers basking in the sun.

Budapest

Budapest's drinking fountains are back in service and here is where to find them

With temperatures soaring above 20 degrees, it's essential to keep hydrated. Check where to find drinking fountains throughout the city.

Tue, 2 Apr 2024

Budapest

Budapest is lighting up in blue on World Autism Awareness Day

autusim

world autism awareness day

im blue

On April 2nd, it will not only be people wearing blue around the globe. In Budapest, iconic landmarks will be illuminated to shine a light on autism.

Fri, 22 Mar 2024

Budapest

Bolygó: Exploring Margit Quarter's eco-focused and international community hub

bolygó community space

Join a supportive network and unleash your inner eco-entrepreneur – Bolygó empowers you to make a difference, one green action at a time.

Tue, 19 Mar 2024

Budapest

Budapest received the European Mobility Week Award 2023

european mobility week award

brussels

save energy

car-free embankment

Zooming past 21 countries and 64 cities, Budapest snagged the prestigious European Mobility Week Award for its remarkable efforts in 2023. Here's why.

Mon, 11 Mar 2024

Budapest

Downtown Pest embankment to be car-free at the weekends from March 15th

The road between Margaret Bridge and Elizabeth Bridge will be free of cars giving space to various events.

Wed, 6 Mar 2024

Budapest

Budapest Stories: The great train crash at the Nyugati Railway Station

budapest stories

nyugati railway station

train crash

In 1962, a shocking event and a miracle unfolded at Budapest Nyugati Station: a train accident without any reported fatalities. Read the story!

Tue, 27 Feb 2024

Budapest

Austin Butler finds Hungary really beautiful

austin butler

dune

hungary

The American actor spilled the beans on his time in Hungary, where they had filmed Dune, revealing that he found the country amazing.

Budapest

Uber is making a comeback to Budapest

uber

taxi ride

transportation

Uber is returning and teaming up with Budapest's main taxi service, Főtaxi.

Tue, 20 Feb 2024

Budapest

Do you recognise these renowned squares from old photos?

We have dug deep into a collection of old Budapest photos from the 19th and 20th centuries to see what has remained or disappeared.

Wed, 14 Feb 2024

Budapest

An ode to the Hungarian capital – 'Back in Budapest' video premieres on We Love Budapest

See the new music video of 'Back in Budapest' created by talented expats. The catchy song equals a love letter to the Hungarian capital.

Tue, 13 Feb 2024

Budapest

Those legendary beautiful Hungarian women – Photos from the 1900s

hungarian women

hungarian girls

beautiful girls

black and white photos

vintage photos

old photos

Ever heard the saying that Hungarian girls are the most beautiful in the world? Stroll through photos featuring fabulous women of the 20th century.