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Mads Mikkelsen was spotted at a downtown breakfast place in Budapest

Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen is in Budapest shooting Dust Bunny, and he was spotted at a downtown breakfast place.

Mon, 26 Jun 2023

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A new mini sculpture popped up by Kolodko – Watch out for Winnie-the-Pooh

Only a couple of days after the figure of the lasagna-loving cat Garfield was spotted in town, another famous cartoon character got depicted in a mini sculpture by guerrilla artist Kolodko.

Tue, 20 Jun 2023

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Find Garfield in the 7th district – A new mini statue appears by urban artist Kolodko

Guerrilla sculptor Mihajlo Kolodko, known for his humorous figurines placed around town, has just left a mini sculpture at the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest.

Mon, 19 Jun 2023

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Hop into a Volkswagen Samba and be the hippest tourist in town

We tried the Anantara New York Palace Budapest Hotel's truly jaw-dropping city tour, which starts with hopping into a Volkswagen Samba van.

Wed, 24 May 2023

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Madame Tussauds Budapest has just opened, and here is what it looks like

Madame Tussauds Budapest, the new attraction of the Hungarian capital, is opening on May 25th 2023. Have a sneak peek with us.

Tue, 16 May 2023

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You might bump into Johnny Depp and Al Pacino in Budapest this autumn

Modi, a drama about the life of the Italian painter Amedeo Modigliani, is due to start filming in Budapest this autumn, bringing Johnny Depp and Al Pacino into the Hungarian capital.

Wed, 3 May 2023

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Madame Tussauds Budapest revealed its first figure

Madame Tussauds Budapest has just revealed its first wax figure. We don't have to wait long now for the announcement of the opening of the museum.

Tue, 2 May 2023

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Budapest’s millennial underground celebrates its 127th anniversary

The Millennium Underground - the first metro line in continental Europe and the second worldwide - has been serving Budapest commuters for 127 years today.

Tue, 25 Apr 2023

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Mads Mikkelsen to shoot a horror film in Budapest

The Danish actor is about to film in Budapest with the creator of the popular TV series Hannibal.

Mon, 24 Apr 2023

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Johnny Depp spotted in Budapest - He popped into Arquitecto Pitpit at the weekend

We have just reported that Benedict Cumberbatch is in town, yet another celebrity was spotted in Budapest. Johnny Depp took a photo with the staff of downtown restaurant Arquitecto Pitpit.

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Look around from the top of Budapest's highest building - MOL Campus opens its SkyDeck

The Visitors Centre's SkyDeck has opened up, meaning you can book your ticket to look around from the first skyscraper of Budapest.

Fri, 21 Apr 2023

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'Dr. House' and 'Hulk' are starring in a new Netflix show shot in Budapest

All the Light We Cannot See premiers on Netflix on November 2nd. A major part of the series was shot in Budapest. You can even spot the interior of the Keleti Railway Station in the teaser.

Mon, 17 Apr 2023

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Benedict Cumberbatch is in Budapest

The world-renowned British actor is shooting in Budapest. But not all is about work: on Sunday, he visited the Hungarian Opera House to see one of the performances of the Hungarian National Ballet.

Thu, 6 Apr 2023

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When our hearts beat the same rhythm – Join Budapest Ritmo world music festival

Between 12-15 April, you can embark on a real musical expedition around the world. See what you can expect at the Budapest Ritmo.

Wed, 5 Apr 2023

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His Cross Blossomed – The Hungarian State Folk Ensemble prepares for Easter with a dance performance

On 31 March, the Bartók Spring International Arts Weeks kicked off in Müpa Budapest with more than two weeks of exquisite music, shows, and dance performances.

Mon, 3 Apr 2023

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Awakening the subconscious and going beyond the paintings – The new Salvador Dalí exhibition

A unique private collection of Salvador Dalí's less popular but even more intriguing work has landed in Budapest.

Wed, 29 Mar 2023

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Enter Ottoman Hungary at the premiere of Castles, Warriors, Frontiers at the Bartók Spring festival

On April 4th, immerse in the world of Ottoman Hungary, dance, and modern and folk music at the premiere of the Castles, Warriors, Frontiers at the Liszt Music Academy.

Tue, 28 Mar 2023

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From now on, a selfie at the Fisherman's Bastion's upper deck comes with an entrance fee

From now on you will have to pay again to enter the upper panoramic deck of the Fisherman's Bastion.

Mon, 27 Mar 2023

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Bartók Spring is bringing buzzing cultural events to Budapest

World-renowned ensembles, unprecedented collaborations, award-winning music, and legendary artists – take a look at the Bartók Spring International Arts Weeks programme!

Mon, 27 Feb 2023

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Luxury hotel Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge is getting a full revamp

Reconstruction works have already started at the 5-star hotel Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge. It involves the demolition of some of its walls, letting us catch a glimpse of the hotel rooms.

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Look up! - See stunning buildings in Budapest from a new perspective

Have you ever looked up when walking the streets or entering a courtyard? Let us show you why you should.

Tue, 14 Feb 2023

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Love is in the house - Explore gorgeous buildings in Budapest on Valentine's Day

Heart shapes, stolen kisses, couples embraced in a hug, birds chirping love songs - we have rounded up buildings in the city with love written all over them.