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Experience Budapest's famous Grand Café vibes topped with all-day breakfast at Centrál
Step back in time at Centrál Café, where classic Grand Café vibes meet innovative twists like all-day breakfast and unique coffee creations.
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6 Instagrammable spots in Budapest for the perfect photos
Whether it's a visit to a special exhibition, a girls' night out, or a date, we've compiled 6 special places to take selfies.
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Budapest Weekend Guide 19-21 April
Each week, we gather all of the important happenings taking place in our favourite city so you can plan ahead.
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A pop-up park is getting ready to open outside the City Hall in May
In downtown Budapest, a closed-off parking lot is about to turn into a temporary community space and pop-up park.
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5 ice cream hotspots in Budapest ready for the season
If you are on the hunt for some rich and delicious gelato (or 'fagyi' as Hungarians call it) in the city, here is where to go.
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nor/ma grand
1027 Budapest, Margit Körút 75-87
This second outlet of nor/ma grand has opened on the southern corner of the Millenáris Park
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arán bakery – Buda
1117 Budapest, Móricz Zsigmond körtér 16A
Paddy, the familiar name given to the sourdough used at the a rán bakery
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Museum of Illusions
1065 Budapest, Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út 3
Having opened in many big cities around the world
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Geraldine Confectionery
1088 Budapest, Múzeum körút 14–16
The fourth outlet run by the 150-year-old Auguszt confectionery dynasty has opened behind the National Museum in the beautifully restored
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Indulge in Goli's amazing Mediterranean plates, dreamed up by a chef who wowed Jamie Oliver
Delicious labneh, hand-steamed pitas, a sharing concept, and a relaxed atmosphere – Tel Aviv's star chef Harel Zakaim opened a restaurant in Budapest!
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6 special lunch spots in Budapest for the spring
Budapest is buzzing with lunch options, from casual and affordable to hidden gems perfect for business lunches or catching up with friends.
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Discover Instant-Fogas: The iconic complex for epic parties, expanding to 8 days a week
One of Budapest's most popular party venues offers 7 dance floors and 18 bars and is the world's only party spot to be open 8 days a week.
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Modern meets rustic – Here's why you should try the revamped VakVarjú Buda restaurant
Enjoy delicious food, friendly service, and an experience that goes beyond a meal – all at an unbeatable value. Check out the renewed VakVarjú Buda!
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10+1 best things to do in Budapest in April
Blooming cherry trees, Budapest Photo Festival, new Hungarian films, Spring Lantern Magic, and a cycle parade – these are the best things in April.
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It’s Terrace Time! 10+1 spots to soak up the sun
With spring in full swing, sitting outside on a terrace with a pint is a must. We recommend 10+1 spots with terraces to check out.
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From Michael Jackson to Selena Gomez – 17+1 music videos shot in Budapest
From pop anthems to moody ballads, Budapest steals the spotlight in these music videos!
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Top 4+1 cherry blossom spots in Budapest you can't miss
Though cherry blossoms are often associated with Japan, Budapest boasts its own stunning display of pale pink flowers. Here is where to catch them.
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Húsvét is here – Budapest Easter Guide 2024
Hungarians cherish Easter, which is celebrated from March 29th to April 1st this year. Here are the best things to do.
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Spring into Budapest's cinemas – Hungarian films to catch this season
Let's look at some new films: a passionate relationship drama, a thrilling historical adventure, and a captivating animated feature.
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Matti Varga Exhibition at the Hotel GIN
Thursday, 29 February 2024 - Friday, 31 May 2024
Explore the free photo exhibition of a young Hungarian talent at the hip downtown Hotel GIN.
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YOU ARE NOT LIKE THOSE exhibition
Thursday, 7 March 2024 - Friday, 26 April 2024
At the Bura Károly Gallery's new exhibition in the 8th district, you can explore gender and ethnicity from the viewpoint of four talented women.
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Live Music Nights at Nomad
Thursday, 11 April 2024 - Thursday, 25 April 2024
7th-dristrict hangout Nomad Traveler's Bar hosts free concerts on Thursdays, with local bands taking the stage.
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Craft and Plant Fair in Józsefváros
Saturday, 27 April 2024 10.00am
If plants and handmade products speak to your heart, pop to the 8th district open-air market on April 27th.
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Guided tour of the Yanomami. Spirits. Survivors. photo exhibition
Friday, 26 April 2024 10.30am
The Museum of Ethnography is hosting the first comprehensive exhibition of Brazilian photographer Claudia Andujar in Hungary.
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English-friendly Theatre: The Swan
Monday, 29 April 2024 7.00pm
The Swan is a masterpiece of comedy: witty, brilliant, bright and ironic. And you enjoy it with English subtitles on April 29th.
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Asian Streetfood Festival
Thursday, 25 April 2024 - Sunday, 28 April 2024
If you are a fan of sushi, ramen, and baos, head to Botellón Terasz – and make sure to be hungry.
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Sunset Rooftop Yoga
Sunday, 28 April 2024 5.00pm
Blending the beneficial effects of yoga and the stunning view of a spring sunset, Yoga Brunch is hosting a class on a covered and heated rooftop terrace overlooking the City Park.
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Tető by Mad Scientist Season Opening
Thursday, 2 May 2024 4.00pm
As the new summer hangout of Hungarian brewery Mad Scientist, TETŐ opens its season with craft beers and good vibes.
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Farmers' Market - Szimpla Kert
Sunday, 28 April 2024 - Thursday, 16 May 2024
Every Sunday (9 am - 3 pm), the city's iconic ruin pub is transformed into an open-air market to give space to 30-40 Hungarian producers and their goods.
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Without the past, there’s no future – we talk with chef András Wolf at the Atrium in the New York Palace
Top chef András Wolf of the Anantara New York Palace talks Hungarian bistro cuisine, tradition and innovation.
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Where the soul finds itself – meet Bence Vági, Artistic Director of Recirquel
Meet Bence Vági, Artistic Director of Recirquel, Hungary's unique contemporary cirque danse company whose latest production, IMA (‘Pray’), represents a spiritual journey taken by the choreographer.
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New Yorker illustrator Lehel Kovács breaks the mould at new exhibition in Budapest
Get lost in summer happiness with the pictures of illustrator Lehel Kovács, whose work for America's top magazines reveals his Eastern-European approach to retro and pop art.
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Cities move to the beat of world music – meet the people behind Budapest Ritmo and Ritmo Picnic
Meet the people behind Budapest Ritmo and Ritmo Picnic, two major world-music festivals taking place across Hungary as part of Bartók Spring International Arts Weeks.
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A festival of real encounters – all you need to know about Bartók Spring
Bartók Spring showcases top artistic talent in many fields, in prestigious venues across Budapest, as well as in Miskolc, Debrecen and Győr. We meet its Operating Director, Janina Szomolányi.
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Writing his own story – we interview painter Gergely Gyuricza
Art therapy helped painter Gyuricza find his creative self and produce original, non-abstract pop art currently being exhibited in galleries abroad. We speak with the artist to see how it all evolved.