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Celebrate St. Martin’s Day 2016 with tasteful events in Budapest

Join gluttonous gatherings with toothsome goose dishes and fine wines in Budapest to honor the 1,700th birthday of St. Martin, one of Hungary’s patron saints.

Tue, 8 Nov 2016

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A guide to themed English-language walking tours in Budapest

From free sightseeing tours to crash courses in Hungarian history to crazy pub crawls, we present plenty of options to discover this dazzling city on foot.

Mon, 31 Oct 2016

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Events Horizon: what’s happening in Budapest – November 2016

We present a monthly guide to major festivals, art exhibitions, food fairs, and many other events going on across Hungary’s capital during the upcoming weeks.

Thu, 27 Oct 2016

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8 beautifully bizarre things to do in Budapest

From lounging in a café with a chameleon in hand to partying in crumbling buildings to eating testicle stew, Budapest offers plenty of peculiar experiences.

Wed, 26 Oct 2016

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5 everyday curiosities from bygone Budapest

City-center gas stations, newspaper booths, and traffic-controller towers – we can’t believe these things once belonged to the ordinary cityscape of Budapest.

Sun, 23 Oct 2016

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Interviews: 3 refugees and returnees of Hungary’s 1956 Revolution

After the Red Army crushed Hungary’s uprising, over 200,000 Magyars fled to other countries. We share stories of three refugees who later returned to Budapest.

Fri, 21 Oct 2016

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Join public events in Budapest honoring Hungary’s 1956 Revolution

On October 22nd and 23rd, historic sites citywide welcome everyone to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Magyars’ 1956 Revolution against Soviet rule.

Thu, 29 Sep 2016

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Events Horizon: what’s happening in Budapest – October 2016

We present a monthly guide to major festivals, art exhibitions, food fairs, and many other events going on across Hungary’s capital during the upcoming weeks.

Wed, 21 Sep 2016

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Explore Budapest with World Tourism Day’s free or low-cost offers

On September 27th, several English-friendly programs will welcome everyone around Budapest, including free museum visits and discounted city-sightseeing trips.

Tue, 20 Sep 2016

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11 reasons to visit Budapest in autumn 2016

From enjoying harvest-season festivals to watching falling leaves from panoramic eateries to indulging in local wines, life in Budapest blooms during autumn.

Wed, 31 Aug 2016

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Events Horizon: what’s happening in Budapest – September 2016

We present a monthly guide to major festivals, art exhibitions, food fairs, and many other events going on across Hungary’s capital during the upcoming weeks.

Tue, 30 Aug 2016

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7 ways to feel the summer spirit into autumn in Budapest

August is almost over, but this doesn’t mean that summertime is coming to a close – all of these warm-weather attractions continue for another month or more.

Tue, 23 Aug 2016

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8 hidden romantic destinations to discover in Budapest

From verdant parks to an enchanting wine garden to an artistically classic café, these out-of-sight places are ideal for exploring when Cupid’s arrow strikes.

Thu, 18 Aug 2016

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Celebrate St. Stephen’s Day with brilliant events in Budapest

Every August 20th, Hungary honors its founding king with spectacular festivities and high-spirited gatherings – we present prominent events happening citywide.

Tue, 16 Aug 2016

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14 fantastic unique date ideas for summertime in Budapest

Sweep your significant other off their feet while enjoying the city’s one-of-a-kind attractions, from the Buda Hills chairlift to a Danube ferryboat excursion.

Thu, 11 Aug 2016

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10 commandments for first-time revelers at Sziget

We have some tips and hints for how you should plan and spend your days at Budapest’s biggest annual good-time gathering if you are there for the first time.

Wed, 10 Aug 2016

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Must-see shows at Sziget Festival 2016

From bass music to house to pop to dubby disco to post-punk – we've got everything covered here.

Tue, 9 Aug 2016

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8 mentally stimulating spots at Sziget 2016

During the weeklong extravaganza, various inspiring events and venues await those who are looking for more than blasting concerts at Sziget Festival in Budapest.

Fri, 5 Aug 2016

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Pre-Sziget Checklist: how to prepare for Budapest’s biggest party

OK, so you have a festival pass, travel tickets, a tent, and a list of must-see bands… but are you really ready for seven days of continuous carousing?

Mon, 1 Aug 2016

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Events Horizon: what’s happening in Budapest – August 2016

We present a monthly guide to major festivals, art exhibitions, food fairs, and many other events going on across Hungary’s capital during the upcoming weeks.

Tue, 26 Jul 2016

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9 diversely delightful Danube tour-boat operators in Budapest

From historic sightseeing cruises to thrilling speedboat rides to amphibious adventures, many types of buoyant excursions set sail daily in Hungary’s capital.

Fri, 15 Jul 2016

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Top 10 spots for taking panoramic photos of Budapest’s cityscape

From the apex of a sacred steeple to chic rooftop bars to a lookout on a mountain peak, here are some of the best places to get stunning shots of Budapest.

Mon, 4 Jul 2016

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Events Horizon: what’s happening in Budapest – July 2016

We present a monthly guide to major festivals, art exhibitions, food fairs, and many other events going on across Hungary’s capital during the upcoming weeks.

Fri, 1 Jul 2016

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22 global articles praising Budapest in the first half of 2016

From high-end travel journals to lifestyle magazines to architectural publications, the global media keeps on adoring Budapest for its alluring attractions.

Fri, 24 Jun 2016

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5+1 alcohol-free activities for summer evenings in Budapest

Who said that nights out in Budapest must revolve around beer, pálinka, and fröccs? Here we offer a variety of ways to celebrate in a sober state citywide.