Budapest
New online system for buying train tickets in Hungary
Forget queues and printed paper – a new Elvira system will soon be in operation, allowing rail passengers to purchase downloadable tickets.
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Budapest
Budapest’s Christmas trolley helps children in need
Look out for Budapest’s Christmas trolley, done out in festive lights and helping to give some seasonal cheer to children in need.
Thu, 3 Dec 2020
Budapest
Star photographer Krisztián Bódis captures Budapest swathed in autumn mist
See how a misty Budapest looks from above thanks to the atmospheric imagery of star urban photographer Krisztián Bódis, who has captured the city's bridges, statues and churches bathed in autumn fog.
Wed, 2 Dec 2020
Budapest
New Csepel bikes to replace old MOL Bubi ones from 2021
New lightweight Csepel bikes will be used on the renewed MOL Bubi shared-bike network in the spring of 2021 after its major overhaul.
Budapest
Intricacy, glory and history – discover the lavish Kőrössy Villa neglected for decades
Városligeti fasor in Budapest's diplomatic quarter is a treat for the eyes, lined with grand mansions and gorgeous properties. We take you on a tour of the most lavish of all, the Kőrössy Villa.
Tue, 1 Dec 2020
Budapest
Ferenciek tere – the historic square in the heart of Budapest
The history of Ferenciek tere, the busy square in the heart of Budapest, where magnificent façades form the Pest entrance to Elizabeth Bridge.
Sights & culture Active Budapest
Cheap rides for kids on the Chairlift and Funicular all December
Kids can ride on the Funicular and Zugliget Chairlift for only 100 forints through December.
Mon, 30 Nov 2020
Shopping Culture Budapest
Advent decorations and online attractions bring Christmas cheer to the Basilica
Links to the online Christmas markets have been announced, and the city launches into a festive feeling with holiday ornaments, and window-decorating contests.
Budapest
A small fairytale town in a far corner of Budapest – welcome to Wekerletelep
Known for its singular architecture that has hardly changed over a century, Wekerletelep, the Wekerle estate, is an urban treasure on the southern edge of Budapest. But how did it come to be?
Fri, 27 Nov 2020
Budapest
Catch a ride on Budapest’s Advent Tram!
Ding, ding, Merry Christmas! Budapest may not have its seasonal markets but it does have its Christmas tram, now running on various lines until 6 January. Standard tickets and passes are valid.
Budapest
3 best autumn walks in Budapest
Discover the most scenic strolls around Budapest during this most beautiful time of the year.
Thu, 26 Nov 2020
Budapest
See how dogs and their owners take over Budapest’s streets after curfew
It's a dog's life – skirting curfew after 8pm while everybody else is indoors. These atmospheric images by Sándor Csudai show how Budapest's streets look when patrolled by the odd dog and its owner.
Wed, 25 Nov 2020
Budapest
Remember, remember the 25th of November – new UK ambassador reveals his personal ties to the 6-3 match
On the anniversary of the famous 6-3 game between England and Hungary, we reflect on the event, show the links with Budapest today and hear from the new UK ambassador, with his own ties to the match.
Mon, 23 Nov 2020
Culture Budapest
MineBudapest expands: the construction of Budapest continues!
MineBudapest is further constructing the city of Budapest virtually, in the popular online world of Minecraft!
Budapest
Historic Újpest factory revived as chic loft-style office
Once a thriving leather factory in the Habsburg days, the Wolfner complex in Újpest, abandoned for years, has now been revived as chic, loft-style office space.
Fri, 20 Nov 2020
Budapest
Movember trams bring attention to men’s health along the main 4/6 line
Special moustached trams join the fleet in Budapest to bring awareness to men's health in November.
Active Budapest
All aboard: MÁV and the Hungarian Cycling Club combine to make trains more cycle-friendly
New plans to better accommodate bicycles on trains have been developed by state rail MÁV and the Hungarian Cycling Club.
Thu, 19 Nov 2020
Sights & culture Active Budapest
Hike to Apáthy rock for fantastic views just outside the city
Looking for a nice autumn hike? Check out Apáthy rock, only 20 minutes from Budapest!
Budapest
How Budapest came to be – celebrating the city’s 147th birthday
Happy birthday, Budapest! The city is 147 years old this week, the merger of Buda, Pest, Óbuda and Margaret Island made official on 17 November 1873. We look back at a century and a half of history.
Sights & culture Active Budapest
Explore Margaret Island in the autumn with our latest video
Margaret Island is crowned with a special flourish when the autumnal colours sweep though its trees and bushes. Take a virtual tour in this quick new video.
Wed, 18 Nov 2020
Budapest
Communal composting initiative opens in Tabán
Go green with the new composting project offered in Budapest's 11th district.
Sights & culture Budapest
Explore autumn 2020 in this stunning photo gallery of Budapest
Step away from coronavirus woes to explore Budapest virtually, as its fall foliage shows off its best colours.
Tue, 17 Nov 2020
Budapest
MOL Bubi back in spring with new bikes, revised tariffs and more docking stations
The MOL Bubi shared-bike system to come back in the spring of 2021, renewed and improved!
Budapest
Retro artefacts from Budapest metro stations to be put on display in the Transport Museum
Once part of Budapest's Socialist-era metro stations, neon lighting, garishly coloured benches, maps, signboards and pillars will now be put on display in the Transport Museum.
Mon, 16 Nov 2020
Budapest
Bee hotels: three new insect-friendly housing projects open in Budapest
Three new 'bee hotels' open in Budapest for our winged friends.
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