Some say Budapest is like the woman of your dreams: exciting, multifaceted, and loveably mercurial. Although it is nearly impossible to reveal all the secrets of a woman’s heart and soul within a course of a day, spending twenty-four stirring hours with her will definitely leave you yearning for more.
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Morning
Head over to Bambi Presszó, a vintage café with a history dating back to the sixties, and satisfy your hunger while being surrounded by brainy intellectuals. If you’re looking for a different mood, Vostro Gastronomy is waiting for you with a family atmosphere and doors wide open. Nostro provides dishes and delicacies from all around the world, yummy homemade jams, and freshly-baked goods.
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Forenoon
Budapest Scenes offers several thematized tours for those who’d like to get acquainted with Hungary’s capital in an adventurous, never-before-seen way while being told well-kept secrets about the most renowned sights in the city.
Also worth mentioning: Budapest Beyond’s 8th district tour, which provides an opportunity to discover the hidden treasures and most beautiful buildings of the so-called Palace Districts.
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Kádár Étkezde (Closed)
An empty belly is a worse advisor than the Devil himself, so you’d better recharge your batteries! Kádár Étkezde, a retro lunchery reviving the goulash communism-atmosphere of the seventies and eighties is characterized by checkered tablecloths and traditional Hungarian cuisine.
Also worth mentioning: Hummus Bar, where healthy, vegetarian delicacies are aplenty.
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At night
To warm up your evening, grab an ice-cold beer on retro-infused Pántlika’s terrace while listening to some smoothing acoustic music. The same laidback atmosphere can be found on the Danube’s bank, far and away from the buzz of downtown Budapest, in the striped beach chairs of Fellini Római Bistro. Fellini offers concerts, Belgian draft beer, and romantic lights.
Also worth mentioning: Csendes Társ, which is situated right next to Károlyi Garden, has a surprisingly colorful wine selection, and is a perfect spot for a date.
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Before sunrise
Head over to Cökxpon, a cutting-edge ambient bar and a spiritual workshop where a coalition of artists united by their shared philosophy has been created. Cökxpon’s goal is to organize cultural and enviromentalist events, as well as to give home to various projects capable of creating a community out of the participants.
Corvintető, an underground nest for benders and party-goers, is also a great scene for an all-nighter. Situated on the rooftop of once-glorious Corvin Department Store, Corvintető offers world-class DJs and concerts every day of the week. Climbing the mountain of stairs is definitely worth it!
Also worth mentioning: Klub Vittula, a cellar pub frequented by underground-enthusiasts and university students, and Trafó, a legendary complex giving home to all sorts of contemporary arts.
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At sunrise
Grab a gyros or falafel at Szeráj, then hop into a cab and head back to the place you temporarily call home while recalling all the fun you’ve had. You’ve already begun to miss Budapest, haven’t you? Well, that’s how a love at first sight works!
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+1: A place to rest your head
Brody House, a hub for creativity and art, is a hidden treasure in the 8th district of Budapest. This trendsetting hotel offers a host of differently designed and furnished rooms, apartments, and houses, while also providing rentable reception rooms.
Also worth mentioning: Bohem Art Hotel, Buda Castle Fashion Hotel.
