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5 cute things in Budapest you’ll want to see for yourself

Discover Budapest's charming side with our guide to the city's cutest spots – from quirky architecture to delightful sculptures brightening the city.

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Cross the Zugliget Chairlift off your plans for 2 weeks

The Zugliget Chairlift ('Libegő' in Hungarian) – a fun and scenic ride over the Buda Hills – is taking a two-week break starting March 31.

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4 must-see cherry blossom spots in Budapest

If you're a fan of pretty aesthetics and pink flowers, here is where to go to catch the most picturesque cherry blossoms in Budapest.

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Bring your pup and enter Mai Manó House for free on 1 April

1 April might be April Fool's Day globally, but at downtown photo gallery Mai Manó Ház, it's all about dogs!

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Budapest Pinball Museum named second best in Europe

The winners of the 2024 Pinball Community Awards (aka The TWIPYs) were just announced – and a Budapest location snagged an award too.

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See the pretty almond blossoms at Gellért Hill

Spring has finally rolled into Budapest, bringing with it a burst of beautiful blossoms, like the city’s most famous almond trees atop Gellért Hill.

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Széchenyi Baths undergoing a major makeover

It's now getting a well-deserved revamp, with renovations expected to be completed in three years. The baths will stay open throughout the works.

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Two Hungarian films competing in the world's most prestigous animation film festival

This year's Annecy International Animation Festival is showcasing two brilliant Hungarian animations.

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A Budapest building Wes Anderson would fall for

This stunning stairwell looks straight out of a Wes Anderson film. But instead of a movie set, it’s a real-life Budapest apartment building.

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3 mysterious places in Pest you need to discover

Explore the bustling Pest's hidden treasures: a railway station built on 3,000 stilts, a 16-storey Cold War bunker, and fragments of medieval walls.

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5 magical staircases in Budapest

Step inside Budapest's history! Discover 5 remarkable staircases featuring stunning Zsolnay tiles, stained glass, and intricate designs.

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A Guide to Budapest's Margit Quarter – Where to eat, drink, shop

Explore Budapest's vibrant Margit Quarter, a dynamic area under regeneration! Discover community hubs, global dining, art galleries, vintage shops.

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One of Budapest's art cinemas is among the 10 most beautiful in the world

Time Out magazine has rounded up the 50 prettiest cinemas in the world, and Budapest’s Puskin Cinema made the cut.

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See the Munkácsy exhibition with extra viewing time

Thanks to overwhelming demand, the museum is extending its opening hours.

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6 mysterious places in Buda you need to discover

Budapest's hidden gems include military sites, secret trails, and many more. Discover the city beyond the mainstream!

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These 32,000-year-old footprints are mementos of Buda’s first residents

Look closely at Corvin tér, and you'll spot a container preserving the footprints of Budapest’s most ancient residents – a woman and a child.

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Go beyond the mainstream with the new Secret Budapest book

Secret Budapest spills the city’s best-kept secrets, revealing 140 hidden gems even locals don’t know about.

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Tormund from Game of Thrones spotted at one of Budapest’s top restaurants

Kristofer Hivju recently enjoyed a Michelin-starred dinner at Costes, where he also snapped a photo with the staff.