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Budapest’s 10 most amazing churches
Around the city centre, on the slopes of Buda and even below Gellért Hill, Budapest has a wealth of churches of many architectural styles. Here we pick out our ten favourites.
Thu, 22 Jul 2021
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6 best frescoes by Károly Lotz
Fresco master Károly Lotz embellished the city's keynote buildings from the Habsburg era, the Basilica, the Opera House and the National Museum. Here are six of his finest works.
Wed, 20 Jan 2021
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Top 10+1 films being showcased at MyFrenchFilmFestival 2021
Miss the movies? MyFrenchFilmFestival 2021 is offering a whole range of English-friendly features, shorts and animated works until 15 February, either for 650 forints or for free. And all online!
Thu, 31 Dec 2020
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Food, music, hiking and cheer: 5 ways to celebrate NYE on- and offline
Struggling to think of what to do this year for NYE? Don't worry. We've got you covered!
Fri, 16 Oct 2020
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Budapest’s 10 best niche museums
There's always something strange to discover in Budapest, whether it's a collection of rare Oriental artefacts or the instruments used by Franz Liszt. Here are our favourite niche museums!
Fri, 9 Oct 2020
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Stay entertained during rainy days in Budapest
Do you love the rain? Hate it? Either way, we have you covered! Take a look at our lovely new video of the streets of Budapest when showers swept in this week – and peruse our tips for a rainy day!
Wed, 7 Oct 2020
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7 best literary cafés in Budapest
Grab a book or a coffee – or both! – at these seven cosy literary cafés around Budapest.
Fri, 11 Sep 2020
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Five festivals and fairs starting this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these five festivals beginning over the weekend, from short films to wine tasting and more!
Wed, 9 Sep 2020
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28 best things to do in Budapest this autumn
Check out the Budapest autumn bucket list to see all the exciting events, festivals, activities and outings happening around the city!
Thu, 30 Jul 2020
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9 great gardens and parks for a peaceful afternoon around Budapest
Add some greenery to your life at any of these nine fantastic gardens and parks, all within Budapest or an easy hop away!
Fri, 10 Jul 2020
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Beach bound: 8 lovely Balaton locations to spend a sunny weekend
Take a holiday close to Budapest: Lake Balaton! Check out these eight locations for a sun-filled weekend on the beach.
Fri, 12 Jun 2020
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9 unique statues of 9 unique people in Budapest
Forget your typical statues of stately men on horseback – here are nine in Budapest which show their interesting subjects in an equally interesting light!
Thu, 11 Jun 2020
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12 + 1 great things to do in Budapest this summer!
Check out some of the most enticing things to do this summer in Budapest!
Tue, 2 Jun 2020
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6 classic cinemas that once lit up Budapest
From the Lumière Brothers to multiplexes, Budapest has been in thrall to film for almost 125 years. But where did locals go to watch newsreels in 1915? And approved movies in the 1950s? Here's where!
Wed, 27 May 2020
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Best animal statues in Budapest
Meet penguins, bears and dragonflies, a kindly guide dog and the city's luckiest cat as you wander around the Hungarian capital.
Thu, 30 Apr 2020
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Best spring exhibitions – Budapest museums and galleries put more shows online
With subjects ranging from the city's red metro to the work of a Hungarian artist featured at the last Venice Biennale, more Budapest museums and galleries have made shows available to view online.
Thu, 9 Apr 2020
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4 top Hungarian Easter traditions
From a pagan sprinkling to painted eggs, Easter in Hungary is bound up with several traditions – we pick out four of the most popular.
Tue, 17 Mar 2020
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5 virtual tours of Budapest museums and attractions now ready to watch
Explore some of the great Budapest museums and architectural wonders from the comfort of your home with these new virtual tours.
Tue, 14 Jan 2020
sights & culture
January film guide: Where to watch movies in English
What's on in English in Budapest this month.