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the guide 

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Venue & Cinema listings 

A jazz concert by 

Eszter Váczi & Quartet 

14 Art & Museums 

Cultural site listings 

The chilling story of the Titanic 

17 Shops & SERVICES 

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October Fest in Budapest 

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Contents 

3 HOT DATES 

1956 Commemoration, Design Week, Cafe Budapest Festival, 

Pig Sausage Festival, Chimney Cake Festival 

4 WHERE NOW 

Exhibitions: Fluxus and Friends, photography by Robert Capa, Footwear in Hungary, 

Footwear Adventures, Highlights of Hungarian Art – Events: Art Market – Modern 

Circus: Recirquel – Modern Dance: Huang Yi and Kuka – Concerts: Budapest Festival 

Orchestra in the Liszt Academy, classical and church music in the Matthias Church 

and the Basilica – Opera: Figaro 2.0 – Dance: traditional folk 

Feature 

7 WHAT’S LEFT 

Remnants of the communist past. 

21 

28 ESSENTIALS 

Transportation & Embassy listings 

ALSO inside 

2 Editor’s Letter 

29 MY FAVORITE BUDAPEST… 

32 where it’s at 

on the cover 

Dancers on the walls of 

skyscrapers, on the glass 

windows of office buildings, 

and over depths. BANDALOOP 

re-imagines dance. Their 

performance on Oct. 20, 5pm at 

Kálvin Square is part of the CAFé 

Budapest Fest (see Hot Dates, p. 3). 

Photo: Corey Rich 

mapS 

pages 30-31 

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WELCOME | Editor’s Letter 

October Blues 

The storks have left for warmer 

regions, days are getting shorter, and 

leaves have started falling. But no 

need for the October blues, there 

are still lots of enjoyable events, 

some still al fresco (the Chimney 

Cake Festival, the Pálinka & Sausage 

Festival, and the Oktoberfest), 

others indoors (Cafe Budapest Fest, 

Design Week, the Art Market). Plus there is the usual selection of firstrate 

concerts, performances and exhibitions in Budapest’s beautiful old and modern theaters 

and museums. Autumn also means new fall fashion by Hungarian designers, and the perfect weather for 

a walk among the leaves of red and gold. On the 23rd of this month, Hungary commemorates its uprising 

against Soviet-communism in 1956. In our article on page seven, we give you an overview of monuments 

and other edifices referring to those turbulent days. 

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HOT DATES | OCTOBER 

Monday 

23 

FRIDAY-SUNDAY 

6-15 

DESIGN WEE!K 

↔ Ten days of 

exhibitions, conferences, 

workshop tours and shows at more than 120 locations all over town on 

modern design – from industrial and tech design to fashion, jewellery, 

and food. There are both Hungarian and interantional designers, guest 

of honor this year is Denmark. www.designweek.hu 

FRIDAY-SUNDAY 

6-22 

CAFe BUDAPESTFEST 

→ This two-week long autumn 

Contemporary Art Festival offers 

dozens of performances, shows and 

musical programs, - Hungarian and 

international - in all sorts of categories. 

www. cafebudapestfest.hu 

photO: CENTER right — Tamás Gacs 

1956 COMMEMORATION 

▲ On this national holiday, the 1956 uprising 

against hard-line communist rule and Soviet 

occupation will be commemorated at 

various locations. The spontaneous uprising 

started on the 23rd of October and after 

some initial fighting the Soviet-backed 

regime was toppled. Reform-communist 

Imre Nagy was chosen head of a new, 

broad government, but when he declared 

that Hungary would leave the Moscowcontrolled 

Warsaw Pact, Soviet tanks rolled 

back into Budapest on November 4 and 

crushed all resistance, leaving hundreds of 

people dead. See also our article on page 7. 

FRIDAY-SUNDAY 

13-15 

PIG SAUSAGE 

FESTIVAL 

↔ The Pig Slaughtering and 

Sausage Festival is about the 

traditional way of preparing 

pig meat. It offers family 

programs, folklore shows, pig slaughtering and a 

giant sausage fare. Hungarian Railway Museum – Listing 

p.15, www.disznotoroskolbaszfesztival.hu 

FRIDAY-SUNDAY 

13-15 

CHIMNEY CAKE FESTIVAL 

▼ The sweet pastry kürtőskalács 

(Chimney Cake) – sweet dough with sugar 

spun around a cone-shaped spit – takes center stage. Gesztényes kert, 

Buda XII, Jagelló út, Off Map (A6), www.kurtoskalacsfesztival.hu 


OCTOBER 

WHERE NOW 

The month’s top entertainment, exhibits, attractions, and more 

MODERN DANCE 

HUANG YI AND KUKA 

● Trafó is the main venue for modern theater, with a program 

full of thought-provoking performances. Taiwanese dancer, 

choreographer, inventor, and videographer Huang Yi’s pioneering 

work is steeped in his fascination with the partnership between 

humans and robots. He interweaves continuous movement with 

mechanical and multimedia elements to create a form of dance 

which corresponds with the flow of data, effectively making the 

performer a dancing instrument. According to The New York 

Times, it is “More than just an amusing exercise in blending dance 

and technology.” Oct 5 and 6, 8pm, Trafó – Listing p.12, www.trafo.hu 


ART MARKET 

INSPIRING GATHERING 

↔ You can mingle and browse for four days 

at the yearly Budapest Art Market, located 

in a huge former industrial space in the 

center of Buda. The market allows galleries 

and exhibitors from Hungary and over 35 

other countries, many of them from Central 

and Eastern Europe, to showcase their latest 

collections and introduce the fresh faces of 

the contemporary art scene. Last year, this 

attracted over 30,000 international visitors. 

Entry is free. October 12-15, Millenáris – Listing 

p.11, www.artmarketbudapest.hu 

EXHIBIT 

FLUXUS AND FRIENDS 

→ Fluxus was one of the 20th century’s most 

elemental movements, based on a spirit of 

rebellion against the commercial art market, 

elitism, and the conventions of both art and 

society but also eluding rigid definitions. The 

Fluxus Manifest was rebellious and as such 

can be interpreted as a continuation of the 

movements of Dada, surrealism, action art, and 

the ephemeral art of the 1960s. Selected from 

the collection of Maria and Walter Schnepel’s 

Cultural Foundation, the hundreds of works by 

the most famous international and Hungarian 

Fluxus artists represent a broad palette of the 

movement. Ludwig Museum – Listing p.14, www. 

ludwigmuseum.hu 

EXHIBIT 

OPERA 

EXHIBITS 

EXPERIMENTAL SHOES 

The museum has selected various 

FIGARO 2.0 

The splendid Opera House on Andrassy 

MODERN PHOTOGRAPHY 

Budapest has two museums for 

Hungarian and international artists 

Boulevard is closed for renovations, so 

photography, the Capa Center and 

and designers with their own view 

the Erkel theater is where operas are 

the Mai Manó Museum, both located 

on shoes and shoe design, Is it a shoe 

being performed right now. “Figaro 

on the same street. The Capa Center 

photo: top right — László Mészáros 

when you can actually walk on it or is it 

a shoe when your foot fits in it? Do we 

still need leather as material? Can we 

print our shoes five years from 

now? This show presents 

work that makes you 

look twice. Till Oct 

22, Műcsarnok 

– Listing 

p.14, www. 

mucsarnok.hu 

2.0” is a modern version of the comedic 

opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. 

The music and the story are Mozart’s, 

but the setting is in the modernday 

world. In Hungarian 

with English surtitles. 

Oct 1, 2, 8-13, 11am 

or 4pm, Erkel 

Theater – 

Listing p.12, 

www.opera.hu 

is named after the most famous 

Hungarian photographer of all time, 

Robert Capa. It is currently showcasing 

a selection of his oeuvre. The Mai 

Manó, which was once the home and 

studio of the famous photographer 

of the Habsburg court with that 

name, has several smaller temporary 

exhibitions and a wonderful bookshop 

on photography. www.capacenter.hu, 

www.maimano.hu, Listing p. 14 


WHERE NOW 

CIRCUS 

MODERN MAGIC 

→ Acclaimed Hungarian 

modern circus “Recirquel” 

performs two shows this 

month, full of their magical 

acrobatics, enchanting play 

with light and color, and 

spectacular effects. “Non Solus” 

is a modern and sensual ballet 

by two men (Oct 28), while 

“Paris de Nuit” takes you back 

to the nightlife scenes of the 

city of light that was Paris in the 

1930s (Oct 29). 7pm, Palace of 

Arts – Listing p.11, www.mupa.hu 

CONCERTS 

LISZT ACADEMY 

↔ The Budapest Festival 

Orchestra iwill give two 

concerts in the Grand 

Hall of the wonderful 

Art Nouveau music 

academy. They will 

play music by Mozart 

and Haydn, conductor 

is Gábor Takács-Nagy, 

and Piotr Anderszewski 

(photo) plays the piano. 

Oct 28, 7:45 pm and Oct 29, 

3:30 pm, Liszt Academy – Listing 

p.11, www.zeneakademia.hu 

EXHIBITION 

TUMULTUOUS TIMES 

▲ The Hungarian National Gallery in 

the Buda Palace is the place to go if 

you’re interested in paintings by 18th, 

19th and 20th century Hungarian artists. 

There are many works by internationally 

known Hungarian painters, such as 

impressionist Rippl-Rónai, expressionist 

Tivadar Csontváry (“a genius” according 

to Picasso), and avant-garde artist from 

the interwar period Béla Uitz. Mihály 

Munkácsy is a 19th century genrepainter 

who is less known abroad. 

Hungarian National Gallery – Listing 

p.14, www.mng.hu 

CONCERTS 

MATTHIAS CHURCH 

The beautiful Matthias Church 

on Castle Hill is also a venue for 

concerts by various ensembles, 

from well-known Hungarian 

choirs to the Hungarian Virtuosi 

Chamber Orchestra and the Duna 

String Orchestra. They perform 

classical works in the breathtaking 

surroundings of the splendid 

church where King Matthias was 

married and emperor FranzJospeh 

and empress Elisabteh (Sissi) 

were crowned king and queen 

of Hungary. Oct 7 and 14, 8pm, 

Matthias Church – Listing p.11, 

www.eng.concertbudapest.com 

EXHIBITION 

FOOTWEAR ADVENTURES 

This exhibition explores the rich 

variety of styles of shoes and other 

footwear from Hungary and its 

neighboring countries (also called 

The Carpathian Basin) in the past 

two hundred years. All artifacts 

selected for this exhibition are 

either home-made, or were crafted 

by cobblers or boot makers. 

Ethnography Museum – Listing p.14, 

www.neprajz.hu 

CONCERTS 

HOLY MUSIC 

St. Stephen’s Basilica also has 

impressive acoustics and a 

world-famous historic pipe organ. 

It organizes regular Cathedral 

Organ Concerts on Mondays at 

5 pm and on Fridays at 7 pm. 

These concerts feature singers 

and musicians who will present 

famous organ works and church 

arias. On Friday Oct 6, there will be 

a special performance of Mozart’s 

Requiem while on Monday, Oct 

13, Verdi’s Requiem will be 

played. Listing 

p.12, www. 

organconcert.hu 

SHOWS 

FOLK DANCES 

The traditional Hungarian folk 

music and authentic dances that 

inspired classical composers such 

as Franz Liszt, Johannes Brahms, 

Zoltán Kodály, and Béla Bartók 

are performed by the Rajkó Folk 

Ensemble and Orchestra, the 

Danube Folk Ensemble, and the 

Hungarian State Folk Ensemble. 

There are regular shows at 8pm 

in the Danube Palace in Pest. 

Each of these concert consists 

of two 40-45 minute acts with 

an intermission in between. 

Danube Palace – Listing p.12, 

www.budapestfolk.com 

photo: top LEFT — Eszter Gordon, center left — MG de Saint Venant 


WHAT’S LEFT 

REMNANTS OF THE COMMUNIST PAST / BY HENK HIRS 

There isn’t really much left in Budapest that is connected to the communist past, at least not in physical or 

tangible terms. Most red stars and proletarian statues have long since been removed, street names have been 

changed, and the dilapidated and somber pre-1989 streetscape has been replaced by a totally renovated, bright 

and lively European city, at least in the center. But there are some places where the past is still palpable. 

STATUE PARK 

Some of the communist era statues that were 

removed after 1990 are located in the Memento 

Park on the outskirts of Buda. A few are very oldfashioned 

“proletarian” but others remarkably 

modern and vivid. You’ll also see Stalin’s foot, 

the only surviving part of the giant statue near 

Heroes’ Square that was toppled during the 1956 

uprising. Memento Park – Listing page 15. 


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BAMBI ESZPRESSZÓ 

Both the exterior and interior of this café and terrace have hardly changed 

since it opened its doors 50 years ago. It is still a very popular place, possibly 

because it reminds Hungarians of the positive aspects of the decades of 

goulash-communism (1960-1989), when Hungary was known as “the happiest 

barracks” of the Eastern Block. The regime placated the population by 

allowing small freedoms and providing for basic needs such as jobs for 

everyone, pensions, education and basic consumer goods (payed for by 

loans from the West). Buda II, Frankel Leó utca 2/4, Map B2. 

2 1956 MONUMENTS 

A big monument on Dózsa György street (photo), on the 

place where the Stalin statue used to be, commemorates 

the failed 1956 uprising against hard-line communism and 

Soviet occupation Near Parliament, on Martyrs Square, is 

a statue of the leader of the uprising, reform-communist 

Imre Nagy, who was hanged after a staged trial. There are 

other monuments, small and big, spread all over town. 

Dózsa György út, Map G3 and Vértanúk tere, Map C3. 

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It commemorates the victory of the Red Army in 1945. This was a “liberation” 

for some, first and foremost Jewish Hungarians in the ghetto, but a humiliating 

defeat for most others as Hungary had been a staunch ally of Hitler’s 

Germany. The pillaging and raping by Soviet soldiers didn’t help, either, nor 

did the fact that the liberators decided to stay. In a 1991 agreement with 

Russia, it is stipulated that this Soviet monument cannot be demolished, but it 

is no accident that it is now squeezed in between the US embassy and a statue 

of US-president Ronald Reagan. Szabadság (Freedom) Square, Map D4. 

HOUSE OF TERROR 

This building on Andrássy Boulevard first housed the 

headquarters of the fascist Arrow Cross Party (until 1945) 

and was then seamlessly taken over, including staff, torture 

chambers and gallows, by the communist secret police. 

The exhibition deals mostly with the communist crimes of 

the Stalinist era, roughly from 1948 till 1960. You do really 

need the audio guide (English and other languages) to be 

able to follow. House of Terror Museum – Listing p.16. 


THE GUIDE 

COFFEE HOUSE CHARM 

● Budapest has a tradition of grand old coffee houses (kávéház) dating back to the late 1800s and 

early 1900s. These were places where gentry and bourgeois rubbed shoulders with artists, writers and 

newspaper journalists (some of whom wrote their books and articles there). The communists came to see 

the places as dens of latent dissent, so most were closed. But luckily, today, there are hundreds again, from 

cozy neighborhood hang-outs and comfy modern chains to beautifully restored old-world grand cafés 

like August (pictured), the Bedö House, Centrál Kávéház, Gerbeaud, New York, and the Opera Café. 

See our Listings on p. 22. 


ENTERTAINMENT 

Star 

Screening 

Live from the MET: Norma 

The Uránia Film Theater is a 

wonderful cinema in Moorish Art 

Nouveau style that also offers live 

HD broadcasts of major international 

operas and theaters in global cities (New 

York, London, Paris, St. Petersburg), 

documentaries from international 

museums (Van Gogh, Tate, Rijksmuseum), 

and screenings of famous pop concerts 

of the past 50 years. One of this month’s 

highlights is the opera “Norma” by 

Vincenzo Bellini from the MET in New York. 

Oct 7 and 29, Uránia Film Theater – Pest VIII, 

Rákóczi út 21., www.urania-nf.hu Map E5 

Performance Venues 

A38 SHIP Rock the boat nightly at one of Budapest’s 

top music and dance venues, docked on 

the Danube. Buda XI, moored south of Petőfi 

Bridge. T: (+36 1) 464 3940, www.a38.hu Map E8 

artus Avant-garde theater and dance performances 

by the Gábor Goda Company, along 

with art exhibitions and concerts. Buda XI, Sztregova 

u. 7. T: (+36 30) 820 3865, www.artus.hu 

átrium THEATER A cultural presentation space 

offering English-language theater performances, 

dance shows, live concerts. Buda II, Margit 

krt. 55. T: (+36 1) 317 9338, www.atriumfilmszinhaz.hu 

Map A3 

BUDAPEST CONGRESS center Extensive arena 

welcoming crowd-drawing headliners. Buda XII, 

Jagelló út 1-3. T: (+36 1) 372 5400, www.bcc.hu 

budapest music center This multifunctional 

facility encompasses a comprehensive music 

library, a record label, and multiple venues that 

showcase established and promising muscians. 

Pest IX, Mátyás u. 8. T: (+36 1) 216 7894, www. 

bmc.hu Map E7 

Cotton club Classy 1920s-style jazz and lounge 

club. Entertainment venues and special events 

include live music and tasty cocktails. Pest VI, 

Jókai u. 26. T: (+36 30) 184 1128 , www.cottonhousebudapest.hu 

Map E3 

FONÓ MUSIC HALL World music and jazz performed 

on several stages. Closed on Sundays. 

Buda XI, Sztregova u. 3. T: (+36 1) 206 5300, 

www.fono.hu 

JAM PUB A popular joint in the basement of 

Mammut II shopping center, hosting concerts 

in every genre. Closed on Sundays. Buda II, 

Lövőház u. 1-3. T: (+36 1) 345 8301, Map A3 

HUNGEXPO One-stop shop for events, conferences, 

conventions and exhibitions. Pest X, 

Albertirsai út 10. T: (+36 1) 263 6000, www. 

hungexpo.hu 

klebelsberg cultural center Tucked into 

the serene Buda hills, his cultural locale hosts 

modern and folk dancing, classical theater and 

contemporary arts. Buda II, Templom u. 2-10. T: 

(+36 1) 392 0860, www.kulturkuria.hu 

liszt academy of music Top-notch music 

performances at this Art Nouveau music university 

founded by its namesake composer. It 

has a splendid main concert hall and a smaller 

hall for chamber music performances. Guided 

tours every day at 1:30pm. Pest VI, Liszt Ferenc 

tér 8. T: (+36 1) 462 4600, www.lisztacademy.hu 

Map E4 

madách theater A grand modern playhouse 

featuring cool wall paintings and elaborate 

productions of hit musicals like Cats and Mary 

Poppins. English subtitles provided for some 

shows. Pest VII, Erzsébet krt. 29-33. T: (+36 1) 478 

2041, www.madachszinhaz.hu Map F4 

Margaret island open-air stage This 

beautiful amphitheater is surrounded by the 

parkland of the biggest island in the Danube, 

making it a splendid summertime venue. 

Margaret Island, under the Water Tower (accessible 

by bus 26 from Nyugati Square). www. 

szabadter.hu Map D0 

Matthias church Located on Castle Hill near 

the Fisherman’s Bastion, this impressive and 

beautifully restored church is a must-see sight 

for tourists with its colorful ceramic tiled roof, 

and richly decorated interior. It also organizes 

regular concerts of classical and church music. 

Buda I, Szentháromság tér. www.matyas-templom.hu 

Map B4 

MILLENÁRIS Multiple venues in Buda’s Millenáris 

Park offer frequent exhibitions, concerts, fairs, 

and special events. Buda II, Kis Rókus u. 16-20. T: 

(+36 1) 336 4000, www.millenaris.hu Map A2 

mom cultural center A modern venue by 

a Buda park offering concert, theater and 

dance performances, along with exhibits and 

open-air cinema (during summer). Adjacent 

is a big indoor sports hall where concerts are 

being staged as well. Buda XII, Csörsz u. 14-18. 

T: (+36 1) 319 9854, www.momkult.hu and www. 

momsport.hu Map A6 

ÓBUDAI TÁRSASKÖR Opulent performance hall 

that hosts classical and ragtime concerts. Buda 

III, Kiskorona u. 7. T: (+36 1) 250 0288, www. 

obudaitarsaskor.hu 

ORFEUM This underground evening cabaret 

serves up tasty cocktails and classy entertainment, 

from swing and jazz shows to Frank 

Sinatra tributes and vaudeville shows. Closed 

on Mondays. Pest VII, Erzsébet krt. 43-49. T: (+36 

1) 336 00 56, www.orfeumclub.hu Map F4 

PALACE OF ARTS A huge performance center 

with a very impressive monthly line-up featuring 

the best of the best Hungarian and international 

artists. Pest IX, Komor Marcell u. 1, at 

the tram 2 Millenniumi Kulturális Központ stop. 

T: (+36 1) 555 3000, www.mupa.hu Map F9 

PAPP LÁSZLÓ SPORTARÉNA Hungary’s largest 

indoor event venue, hosting major international 

touring concerts and Hungarian musical 

legends. Pest XIV, Stéfania út 2, at the M2 metro 

Stadionok stop. T: (+36 1) 422 2600, www. 

budapestarena.hu 

Pesti vIgadó Restored to its former glory that 

featured many famous artists like Ferenc Liszt 

or Claude Debussy, the building now houses 

exhibits and all kinds of shows, concerts and 

performances (mostly in Hungarian). Pest V, 

Vigadó tér 2. www.vigado.hu Map C5 

PÓTKULCS Relaxed, artsy venue with tunes in 

many genres, including swing and jazz. Pest 

VI, Csengery u. 65/B. T: (+36 1) 269 1050, www. 

potkulcs.hu Map E3 


ENTERTAINMENT 

casual clothing is the norm. Pest IX, Liliom u. 41. 

T: (+36 1) 215 1600, www.trafo.hu Map F7 

VÍGSZÍNHÁZ Late-19th-century theatre building 

on the city’s grand boulevard, hosting comedy 

shows and an occasional English concert or 

performance. Pest XIII, Szent István krt. 14. T: 

(+36 1) 329 2340, www.vigszinhaz.hu Map D2 

Hungarian Jazz 

Eszter Váczi & Quartet is one of Hungary’s most popular jazz bands. Although the 

lyrics are mainly Hungarian, their cool yet elegant music is so international that the 

melody will help the listener figure it out. The success of the five-piece combo lies for 

a large part in Eszter’s fabulous velvet voice. If you book a table, you can have a dinner 

and a drink while listening to the concert in BMC’s Opus Jazz Club. Oct 12, 9 pm, BMC – 

Listing p.11, www.bmc.hu 

PUSKÁS FERENC STADION Used for Hungarian 

soccer matches, this giant outdoor arena 

occasionally hosts large-scale concerts by 

the world’s most popular superstars. Pest XIV, 

Istvánmezei út 3-5, at the M2 Stadionok metro 

stop. www.puskasferencstadion.com 

RAM COLOSSEUM An entertainment venue with 

popular Hungarian and international modern 

folk dance and music shows, creating real 

theatrical experiences. Pest XIII, Kárpát u. 23-25. 

T: (+36 1) 222 5253, www.ramcolosseum.com or 

www.experidance.hu Map D1 

royal palace of gödöllő Classical concerts, 

historic festivals and palace tours at the former 

residence of Empress Elizabeth, located just 

outside of Budapest. Gödöllő 2100, Grassalkovich 

Palace. T: (+36 28) 410 124, www. 

kiralyikastely.hu 

st. stephen’s basilica This Neo-Renaissance 

church also offers regular organ and classical 

music concerts in an ethereal surrounding. 

Up-to-date program on the website. Pest V, 

Szent István tér 1, T: (+36 20) 823 2095, www. 

organconcert.hu Map D4 

SYMA SPORT AND EVENT CENTER Adjacent to 

the city’s Sportaréna, this venue hosts concerts, 

athletic events, and fairs. Pest XIV, Dózsa 

György út 1. T: (+36 1) 460 1100, www.syma.hu 

thália theater This playhouse at “Budapest’s 

Broadway” sometimes hosts live concerts and 

dance performances. Pest VI, Nagymező u. 22- 

24. T: (+36 1) 331 0500, www.thalia.hu Map E4 

TRAFÓ HOUSE OF CONTEMPORARY ARTS 

The theatre is pretty small and the seats are 

not very comfortable, but this is Budapest’s 

centerpoint of contemporary dance, theatre 

and modern circus performances, where very 

Opera & Operetta 

ERKEL THEATER This modern musical theater 

is part of the State Opera and strives to make 

opera and ballet performances accessible for a 

wider public. Pest VIII, II. János Pál pápa tér 30, 

T: (+36 1) 814 7100, www.opera.hu Map G5 

HUNGARIAN STATE OPERA HOUSE This magnificent 

neo-Renaissance building offers a variety 

of classical and modern operas and ballets. 

You can always pop in into the main hall or the 

Opera coffee house to have a look at the interior. 

On weekdays, tours are being organised in 

the afternoon for those who just want a peak 

at the opulent interior. Pest VI, Andrássy út 22, 

T: (+36 1) 814 7100, www.opera.hu Map E4 

OPERETTA AND MUSICAL THEATER Modernized 

classic performances sung in Hungarian, 

but subtitled in either English or German. Pest 

VI, Nagymező u. 17. T: (+36 1) 312 4866, www. 

operettszinhaz.hu Map E4 

Dance 

budai vigado Cultural center, also known as 

the Hungarian Heritage House, which stages 

mostly Hungarian folk dance and music performances. 

Buda I, Corvin tér 8. T: (+36 1) 225 6049, 

www.heritagehouse.hu Map B4 

danube palace Classical concerts and performances 

by the Hungarian State Folk Ensemble 

and other companies. T: (+36 1) 317 2754. Pest V, 

Zrínyi u. 5. www.dunapalota.hu Map D4 

Jazz Clubs 

budapest jazz club Almost daily groovin’ 

sessions by classical jazz cats and modern 

performers. Pest XIII, Hollán Ernő u. 7. T: (+36 70) 

413 9837, www.bjc.hu Map D2 

benkó dixieland club This longtime jazz 

venue hosts live concerts every Wednesday 

(6pm-9:30pm) amid a pleasantly old-fashioned 

setting. Closed June, July, August. Pest IX, 

Török Pál u. 3. T: (+36 1) 218 0116, www.benkodixie.hu 

Map E6 

COLUMBUS JAZZ PUB Floating musical mother 

ship features performances by Hungary’s 

greatest jazz musicians. Pest V, Vigadó tér 4 

(docked on the Pest riverbank). T: (+36 1) 266 

9013, www.columbuspub.hu Map C5 

IF KÁVÉZÓ Gifted musicians perform live in a 

fashionable but easygoing venue. Pest IX, 

Ráday u. 19. T: (+36 1) 299 0694, www.ifkavezo. 

hu Map E7 

ladó café Enjoy jazz classics performed by 

local musicians amid the unique ambience of a 

popular theater from the communist era. Pest 

VII, Dohány u. 50. T: (+36 70) 350 3929, www. 

ladocafe.hu Map F5 

opus jazz club Enjoy smooth jazz melodies at 

this downtown hotspot for regular live gigs. 

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ENTERTAINMENT 

ENTERTAINMENT 

Closed on Sundays. Pest IX, Mátyás u. 8. T: (+36 

1) 216 7894, www.opusjazzclub.hu Map E7 

English-language 

Cinemas 

Some of the movies in the following theaters 

are in the original language with Hungarian 

subtitles, check out websites. 

CORVIN Pest VIII, Corvin köz 1. T: (+36 1) 459 5050, 

www.corvin.hu Map F7 

cinema city on three locations in town. Arena 

plaza Kerepesi út 9. T (+36) 80 800 800, www. 

cinemacity.hu Map A3 mom PARK mall: Buda 

XII, Alkotás u. 53. T: (+36) 80 800 800, www. 

cinemacity.hu WESTEND City Center: Pest VI, 

Vácí út 1-3. T: (+36) 80 800 800, www.cinemacity. 

hu Map E2 

Animal Parks 

BUDAPEST ZOO From regal tigers and playful 

orangutans to elephants, the diverse collection 

of species and habitats of the zoo, as well 

as the lush botanical gardens, will please all 

animal and nature lovers What is more, they 

are housed partly in beautiful Art Nouveau 

structures, such as the Elephant House and 

the Aquarium. The Zoo also has a wonderful 

playground which is always very popular with 

children. Pest XIV, Állatkerti krt. 6-12. T: (+36 1) 

273 4900, www.zoobudapest.com Map G1 


ART & MUSEUMS 

Ship lost 

Objects from the Titanic 

This traveling exhibition 

has hundreds of original 

objects – including furniture, 

clothes, and jewelry – from the 

world-famous cruise ship that was 

supposed to be unsinkable. But 

still, on its maiden voyage in April 

1912, it collided with an iceberg 

somewhere in the Atlantic and 

went down with most of its 1,500 

passengers. It’s a chilling, but 

fascinating story that has been 

the subject of numerous articles, 

books and a major movie. Komplex, 

Pest VI, Király utca 26, T: (+36 1) 666 

3100, www.titanickiallitas.hu/en 

Art Museums 

APPLIED ARTS MUSEUM Historic design exhibitions 

inside one of Budapest’s Art Nouveau 

architectural gems, notable for its colorfully 

tiled roof. Open Tue-Sun. Pest IX, Üllői út 33-37. 

T: (+36 1) 456 5110, www.imm.hu Map F7 

CAPA CENTER Honoring the Hungarian-born 

maverick photographer Robert Capa, this center 

for photography offers illuminating displays. 

Pest VI, Nagymező u. 8. T: (+36 1) 413 1310, Open 

Mon-Sun, www.capacenter.hu Map E4 

EAST ASIAn ART MUSEUM FERENC HOPP Fascinating 

artifacts from throughout the Orient 

displayed in a grand mansion. Open Wed-Sun. 

Pest VI, Andrássy út 103. Map F3 

fine arts museum Closed for renovation till the 

end of 2017. A highlight selection of the Old 

Masters, Spanish masterpieces, French Impressionists, 

and 19th-century Hungarian works 

is on show in the Hungarian National Gallery 

in Buda Castle (see listing this page). Pest XIV, 

Heroes’ Square. T: (+36 1) 469 7100, www.mfab. 

hu Map G2 

GYÖRGY RÁTH MUSEUM A massive collection of 

Asian art in a stunning 19th-century villa. Open 

Wed-Sun. Pest VI, Városligeti fasor 12. T: (+36 1) 

342 3916, www.imm.hu Map G3 

KISCELLI MUSEUM Paintings, sculptures, drawings, 

coins, and medals in a regal estate. Open 

Tue-Fri. Buda III, Kiscelli u. 108. T: (+36 1) 250 

0304 www.kiscellimuzeum.hu 

KOGART HOUSE The museum gives home to 

the Gábor Kovács Art Collection, covering 

Hungarian art ranging from the beginning of 

the 18th until the mid-20th century. Located in 

a beautiful villa close to Heroes’ Square. Open 

Mon-Fri. Pest VI, Andrássy út 112. T: (+36 1) 354 

3820, www.kogart.hu Map F2 

LUDWIG MUSEUM A permanent collection and 

temporary exhibitions of contemporary works 

by Hungarian and international artists (with an 

emphasis on Central-European and Russian artists), 

located at the Palace of Arts. It is located 

at the southern side of Pest. Open Tue-Sun 

untill 8pm. Pest IX, Komor Marcell u. 1. T: (+36 1) 

555 3444, www.lumu.hu Map F9 

MAI MANÓ The Hungarian House of Photography, 

showing the best contemporary local and 

international snapshots. Open Mon-Fri 2pm- 

7pm and Sat-Sun 11am-7pm. Pest VI, Nagymező 

u. 20. T: (+36 1) 473 2669, www.maimano.hu 

Map E4 

MIKSA RÓTH MEMORIAL HOUSE The former 

home of this Hungarian stained-glass master, 

with some of his furniture and hisworks. The 

xhibition is mainly in Hungarian., though. Pest 

VII, Nefelejcs u. 26. T: (+36 1) 341 6789 www. 

rothmuzeum.hu Map G4 

MŰCSARNOK Rotating contemporary exhibitions 

of modern art and design in an ornate building. 

Open Tue-Sun, closed on Mon and Thurs morning. 

Pest XIV, Heroes’ Square. T: (+36 1) 460 7000, 

www.mucsarnok.hu Map G2 

NATIONAL GALLERY Various permanent exhibitions 

of Hungarian fine art since the country’s 

foundation, especially paintings from the 18th, 

19th and 20th century. They also organize 

many illuminating temporary exhibitions. Open 

Tue-Sun. Buda I, Royal Palace, Szent György tér 

2. T: (+36 1) 201 9082, www.mng.hu Map B5 

Specialty Museums 

AQUINCUM MUSEUM Ancient ruins from the 

2,000-year-old capital of a Roman province. 

Outdoor stone remains and a museum with 

restored mosaics and wall paintings. Open Tue- 

Sun. Buda III, Szentendrei út 135. T: (+36 1) 250 

1650, www.aquincum.hu 

ARANY SAS PHARMACY MUSEUM Buda’ s oldest 

pharmacy, the “Golden Eagle,” is recreated in 

the Castle District. Open Tue-Sun. Buda I, Apród 

u. 1-3. T: (+36 1) 375-9772, www.semmelweis. 

museum.hu Map B5 

army headquarter After seven decades, and 

many unrealized renovation plans, this former 

army headquarter is open to the public again, 

hosting various exhibits and cultural events. 

Buda I, Dísz tér 17. Map B4 

BÉLA BARTÓK MEMORIAL HOUSE The composer’s 

home museum, with original furniture 

and Bartók’s folk-art collection, photos, and letters. 

Open Tue-Sat. Buda II, Csalán út 29. T: (+36 

1) 394 2100, www.bartokmuseum.hu 

castle museum Permanent exhibition about 

the history of Budapest in the fascinating 

setting of endless cellars and several floors of 

the current palace and its predecessors. Open 

Tue-Sun. Buda I, Royal Palace (Wing E). T: (+36 1) 

487 8800, www.btm.hu Map B5 

ETHNOGRAPHy museum Exhibitions on 

Hungarian lifestyles through history, including 

clothes and handicrafts, in a beautifull neo- 

Renaissance palace that was once the building 

of the highest court. Open Tue-Sun. Pest V, 

Kossuth Lajos tér 12. T: (+36 1) 473 2400, www. 

neprajz.hu Map C3 

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL CENTER Permanent 

exhibition on the Hungarian Holocaust and 

the way that lead there. Timely and insightful 

temporary exhibits on social issues. Pest IX, 

Páva u. 39. Open Tue-Sun. T: (+36 1) 455 3333, 

www.hdke.hu Map F7 

HOSPITAL IN THE ROCK A WWII-era medical 

facility, later a secret nuclear bunker, found in 

the tunnels and caves beneath Castle Hill. A 

fascinating one-hour tour, with a short documentairy 

film as introduction and stories about 

Hungary’s 20th century history. Open Mon-Sun. 

Buda I, Lovas u. 4/C. T: (+36 70) 701 0101, www. 

sziklakorhaz.eu Map A4 

HOUSE OF TERROR MUSEUM Infamous as the 

headquarters for fascists in the 1940s and then 

the communist secret service, this building is 

now a memorial museum. Open Tue-Sun. Pest 

VI, Andrássy út 60. T: (+36 1) 374 2600, www. 

terrorhaza.hu Map E3 


ART & MUSEUMS 

LISZT FERENC MUSEUM The house where the 

internationally well-known composer used to 

live (1881-1886) when in Budapest is a small 

museum with original furniture, musical instruments, 

memorabilia, transcripts etc. There is 

also a small concert hall, part of the original 

Academy of Music, which he founded. Open 

Mon-Sat, Buda VI, Vörösmarty u. 35, T: (+36 1) 413 

0440 Map E3 

NATIONAL MUSEUM In various halls and chambers, 

the history of Hungary, from the nation’s 

foundation till today., is explained in objects 

and text. The exhibit itself is mostly Hungarian), 

but there is a one-hour English tour on 

Thursdays at 11am (registration required). The 

museum also organizes temporary exhibitions, 

which are often more accesible for foreign visitors. 

Open Tue-Sun. Pest VIII, Múzeum krt. 14-16. 

T: (+36 1) 338 2122, www.mnm.hu Map E6 

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM An educational 

complex that features an aquarium, a whale 

skeleton, fossils, and stuffed animals (mostly 

Hungarian only). Open Wed-Sun. Pest VIII, 

Ludovika tér 2-6. T: (+36 1) 210 1085, www. 

nhmus.hu Map G7 

RAILWAY MUSEUM An open-air museum on a 

former train-yard with an amazing collection of 

vintage engines and other objects. Visitors can 

also ride several models of rail vehicles. Easily 

reachable from Nyugati and Keleti Stations. 

Open Apr-Nov (Mon closed). Pest XIV, Tatai út 

95. T: (+36 1) 450 1497, www.vasuttortenetipark. 

hu/en 

SEMMELWEIS MUSEUM The history of Western 

medicine, with special emphasis on Hungary 

and the work of Ignác Semmelweis, the Hungarian 

doctor who taught his colleagues to ... 

wash their hands. Open Tue-Sun, Buda I, Apród 

utca 1-3. T: (+ 36 1) 375 3533, www.semmelweis. 

museum.hu, Map C5 

STATUE PARK Huge statues of Marx, Lenin, and 

other communist-era figures. Open daily 10amdusk. 

Direct buses leave Deák tér daily from 

11am. Buda XXII, Balatoni út/Szabadkai u. T: (+36 

1) 424 7500, www.mementopark.hu 

SZABÓ MARZIPAN MUSEUM A playful gallery of 

all things marzipan, including historical icons 

and Disney characters. Open daily. Buda I, 

Hess András tér 1-3. T: (+36 1) 669 6861, www. 

szabomarcipan.hu Map B4 

VARGA IMRE MUSEUM Original statues as well as 

some copies by the most successful and internationally 

renowned contemporary Hungarian 

sculptor. Buda III, Laktanya utca 7, (Óbuda), no 

website, Not on map 

VÁRKERT BAZAAR At the foot of Buda Castle, 

these neo-Renaissance palaces house several 

permanent and temporary exhibitions including 

the Hungaricon (objects from or by famous 

Hungarian personalities), and a wooden 

model of Buda. In the gardens are two festival 

grounds. Buda I, Miklós Ybl tér. T: (+36 1) 225 

0310, www.varkertbazar.hu Map C5 

ZWACK UNICUM HERITAGE AND VISITORS CEN- 

TER Follow six generations of the Zwack family 

and learn about the background of the popular 

bittersweet beverage. Open Mon-Fri. Pest IX, 

Soroksári út 26. T: (+36 1) 476 2383, www.zwack. 

hu Map F8 

Art Galleries 

ACB GALLERY Leading contemporary Hungarian 

artworks. Open Tue-Fri 2pm-6pm. Pest VI, 

Király u. 76. T: (+36 1) 413 7608, www.acbgaleria. 

hu Map F3 

ARi kupsus gallery This unconventional gallery 

hosts contemporary shows . Pest VIII, Bródy 

Sándor u. 23/B. T: (+36 20) 322 0334, www. 

arikupsusgallery.com Map F6 

chimera project This art incubator is showcasing 

curated, thematic exhibitions about artistic 

PÉTER 

KORNISS 

CONTINUING MEMORIES 

and social topics. Open Tue-Fri 3pm-6pm or 

upon appointment. Pest VII, Klauzál tér 5. www. 

chimera-project.com Map E5 

DEÁK ERIKA GALÉRIA Cutting-edge showcase 

of young Magyar artists, many in new media. 

Open Wed-Fri noon-6pm and Sat 11am-4pm. 

Pest VI, Mozsár u. 1. T: (+36 1) 201 3740, www. 

deakgaleria.hu Map E4 

Design terminál A cutting-edge viewing 

space for modern artwork and aesthetic innovation. 

Pest V, Erzsébet tér 13. www.designterminal.hu 

Map D5 

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ART & MUSEUMS 

VIltin Hungarian paintings, sculptures and photographies 

are displayed in this contemporary 

gallery. Open Tue-Sat. Pest VI, Vasvári Pál utca 1. 

T: (+36 1) 787 5866, www.viltin.hu Map E4 

VIntage Displaying both contemporary and 

modern works by Hungarian artists, Vintage is 

a good place to view photography and new 

media. Pest V, Magyar u. 26. T: (+36 20) 913 6291, 

www.vintage.hu Map E6 

VIrág judit This gallery, located in the antiques 

street of downtown Pest, presents and sells 

Zsolnay ceramics and high quality Hungarian 

paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries as 

well as organizing regular auctions, along with 

all sorts of thematic exhibitions. Pest V, Falk 

Miksa u. 30. T: (36 1) 312 2071, www.viragjuditgaleria.hu 

Map D2 

World Press Photo 

The 2016 World Press Photo of the year, the picture of the Turkish man who has just 

killed the Russian ambassador in Ankara, takes center stage. It is a highly dramatic 

photo that leaves you wondering about right and wrong, just and unjust, and the 

frailty of a human’s life. But there are more than 150 other images that were also 

selected winners in many categories. Till Oct 23, Ethnography Museum – Listing p.14, 

www.worldpressphoto.org 

ERNST GALLERY Showcasing venerable Hungarian 

and international fine arts, antiques, paintings, 

film posters, and more in two locations. 

Its aim is to introduce Hungarian painters to 

the international context, namely to private 

and public collections in Hungary and abroad. 

www.ernstgaleria.hu Pest V, Irányi u. 27. T: (+36 

1) 266 4016 Map D6; Pest V, Zrínyi u. 14. T: (+36 1) 

266 4017 Map D4 

FAUR zsófia-ráday galéria One of the first 

Hungarian private galleries after the change of 

the regime, the gallery showcases Hungarian 

contemporary fine art and photography. Open 

Mon-Fri noon-6pm. Buda XI, Bartók Bela út 25. 

T: (+36 1) 209 3635, www.galeriafaur.hu Map D8 

karton A sleek and modern viewing space hosting 

regular art exhibitions in varied mediums. 

Open Mon-Fri 1pm-6pm. Pest V, Alkotmány u. 

18. T: (+36 1) 427 0000, www.karton.hu Map D3 

KIESELBACH GALLERY Viewings and auctions of 

high-quality classical Hungarian and international 

paintings. Open Mon-Sun 10am-6pm. 

Pest V, Szt. István krt. 5. T: (+36 1) 269 3148, www. 

kieselbach.hu Map D2 

KIsterem Representing local artists, Kisterem 

hosts exhibitions that explore a wide variety 

of art forms, including drawings, sculptures or 

multi-textured models made out of everyday 

materials. Open Tue-Fri 2pm–6pm. Pest, Képíró 

u. 5.T: (+36 1) 267 0522, www.kisterem.hu Map E6 

KNOLL GALÉRIA As one of Pest’s first private 

galleries after the fall of the Soviet Bloc, this 

pioneering institution participated in developing 

the independent art scene and cultivating 

fresh Hungarian and foreign talent. Open 

Tue-Sat. Pest VI, Liszt Ferenc tér 10. T: (+36 1) 267 

3842, www.knollgaleria.hu Map E4 

KOLLER GALLERY The first privat gallery in 

communist Hungary is elegantly situated in 

Budapest’s Castle District, It specializes in contemporary 

etchings and graphics. Open daily 

10am-6pm. Buda I, Táncsics Mihály u. 5. T: (+36 

1) 356 9208, www.kollergaleria.hu Map B4 

MOLNÁR ANI GALLERY Artists of many generations 

and mediums, with a preference for 

experimental materials. Intriguing, high-quality 

pieces in an intimate space. Open Tue-Fri 

noon-6pm. Pest VIII, Bródy Sándor u. 22. T: (+36 

1) 327 0095, www.molnaranigaleria.hu Map E6 

MORÓ ANTIK Gentlemen’s antique store with a 

specialization in old guns, rapiers, and sophisticated 

canes. Open Mon-Fri 10am-6pm and Sat 

10am-1pm. Pest V, Falk Miksa u. 13. T: (+36 1) 311 

0814, www.moroantik.hu Map C3 

NAGYHÁZI GALLERY AND AUCTION HOUSE One 

of the oldest local antiques shop and auction 

house, offering furniture, paintings, lamps and 

more. Pest V, Balaton u. 8. T: (+36 1) 475 6000, 

www.nagyhazi.hu Map D2 

NESSIM GALLERY Sharply focused on Central 

European contemporary photographers with 

attention-grabbing rotating exhibitions. By appointment 

only. Pest VI, Paulay Ede u. 10. T: (+36 

30) 593 6091, www.nessim.hu Map D4 

VÁRFOK GALLERY One of Buda’s few contemporary 

gallerie, showing works by renowned 

and up-and-coming Hungarian artists. Open 

Tue-Sat 11am-6pm. Buda I, Várfok u. 11. T: (+36 1) 

213 5155, www.varfok-galeria.hu Map A3 

Szentendre Museums 

& Galleries 

Anna Margit-ámos imre collection Notable 

display of vibrant, surrealist paintings by 

this artistic couple. Szentendre 2000, Bogdányi 

út 10-12. T: (+36 26) 310 244, www.femuz.hu 

bÉLA CZÓBEL MUSEUM SThis small museum is 

showcasing wok of one of the most important 

modernist painters of Hungary. He lived from 

1883 till 1970 and introdcued the post-impressionist 

style to the country. Szentendre 2000, 

Templom tér 1, T: (+36 20) 779 6657. 

barcsay collection Small color compositions 

and study drawings in constructivist stylings by 

Jenő Barcsay, a Szentendre homesteader. Open 

Wed-Sun 10am-6pm. Szentendre 2000, Dumtsa 

Jenő u. 10. T: (+36 20) 779 6659, www.pmmi.hu 

dobos chocolate museum Sweet exhibit 

for famous confectioner József Dobos, who 

created his delectable caramel-topped dessert 

with chocolate cream layered between sponge 

cake. Open Sat-Sun 10am-6pm or weekdays 

with prior notice. Szentendre 2000, Bogdányi u. 

2. T: (+36 26) 311 660 

FERENCZY MUSEUM Károly Ferenczy is considered 

the father of Hungarian impressionist 

painting. He was on of the founders of the 

Nagybánya artist colony and later lived and 

worked here. Szentendre 2000, Kossuth Lajos u. 

5, T: (+36 26) 920 990, www.femuz.hu 

Margit kovács museum Drawing from folk 

and Byzantine influences, this famous 20thcentury 

ceramic sculptor reached high fame 

throughout Hungary. Open daily 10am-6pm. 

Szentendre 2000, Vastagh György u. 1. T: (+36 

20) 779 6659 

Serbian orthodox museum Rich ecclesiastic 

history of Hungary, told in an ornate, Baroque 

18th-century orthodox church. Open Mar-Dec 

Tue-Sun and Jan-Feb Fri-Sun. Szentendre 2000, 

Pátriárka u. 5. T: (+36 26) 312 399 

SZAMOS MARCIPÁN MUSEUM Quanit bakery 

café and museum showcasing elaborate marzipan 

figurines. Szentendre 2000, Dumtsa Jenő u. 

12-14, T: (+36 26) 311 931 

SKANZEN ETHNOGRAPHIC MUSEUM This openair 

museum captures the essence of rural life 

in the 18th-20th centuries, showing village 

houses, churches and more. Szentendre 2000, 

Staravodai út. T: (+36 26) 502 537, www.sznm.hu 

photo: Peter Bauza 


Autumn Attires 

The fall/winter collection of Hungarian designers is here. 

It is that time of the year when the breezy summer dresses are swapped 

for cozy sweaters and thick layers. Luckily, the growing number of young 

designers helps everyone bundle up in style. 

NANUSHKA The designs of Szandra Sándor – the creative spirit behind 

Nanushka – calls her latest collection Suitcase stories. It is inspired by the 

clothing bought during travels, which remind the owners of the special 

memories from their favorite trips. It features earthy tones, rich brown 

trousers, leather pants and leopard print sweaters. See listing on p.18. 

TOMCSANYI The story of this Budapest-based contemporary womenswear 

brand began in 2010 as a university project. The designer behind the brand is 

Dóri Tomcsányi, her collection is thoughtful and fun, maneuvering between 

minimalism and eclecticism. The new pieces (see photo) are inspired by 

bygone days of Eastern Europe, including velour skirts, silk pieces and dresses 

with tiny embroidered gold planes. The Garden Studio, Pest VI, Paulay Ede u. 18. 

Map D4 www.tomcsanyi.eu 

ÁERON Born into a textile dynasty, designer Eszter Áron says her childhood 

experiences influenced her aesthetics. The brand, Áeron, is known for its 

clean sharp lines and exquisite craftsmanship. The autumn/ winter collection 

includes mustard yellow velvet pieces, checked pantsuits, long camel coats 

and skirts with a masculine edge. Pest V, Zrínyi u. 4. Map C4 www.aeron.hu 

SHOPS & SERVICES 

Opening hours 

MOST SHOPS close earlier on Saturdays (between 

1pm and 4 pm) and many, but certainly 

not all, are closed on Sundays. Shops are usually 

open from 9am or 10am till 7pm till 9pm on 

weekdays. 

Accessories 

VARGA DESIGN Radiant jewelry designed by 

metal mastermind Miklós Varga. Sophisticated 

and artistic line contains irreproducible masterpieces 

with cobweb-like interwoven metals 

with expertly applied diamonds and pearls. 

Pest V, Haris köz 6. T: (+36 1) 318 4089, www. 

vargadesign.hu Map D5 

photo: Balázs Máté 

Clothing 

ANDA EMILIA Sleek clothing with simple lines 

and rich fabrics from this young Hungarian designer. 

Pest V, Galamb u. 4. T: (+36 30) 933 9746, 

www.andaemi.com Map D5 

BP CLOTHING This brand offers urban street wear 

for men and women, boasting the initials BP 

(standing for the capital city, Budapest). Pest VII, 

Wesselényi utca 24. T: (+36 70) 409 5114, www. 

bpshop.hu Map E5 

DORA ABODI Futuristic style meets timeless elegance 

at this Hungarian designer’s Showroom 

R9. Pest IX, Ráday u. 9. www.doraabodi.com 

Map E6 

FLEISCHER SHIRTS Already since the 1920s, this 

relatively unchanged shop has all sorts of 

tailored custom-made men’s attire. Closed on 

Sat, too. Pest VI, Nagymező u. 7. T: (+36 30) 754 

1958 Map E4 


SHOPS & SERVICES 

RODODENDRON Cutting-edge wares of young local 

designers, including gifts, jewelry, and handcrafted 

footwear. Pest V, Semmelweis u. 19. T: (+36 

70) 419 5329, www.rododendron.hu Map D5 

SZPUTNYIK SHOP Vintage-clothing lovers and 

treasure hunters can find retro fashions and 

brand–new custom designs at two boutiques 

that serve as eclectic time capsules. www.szputnyikshop.hu 

Open Mon-Sat 10am–8pm at Pest 

VII, Dohány u.20. Map E5; Open Mon-Sat 11am- 

9pm at Pest VI, Király u.22. (Káldy Gy.u.1.) Map E4 

Sweet Bitter 

A typical Hungarian liqueur is Unicum, made from a secret formula of 40 herbs 

developed by the Zwack family and smuggled out of the country during communism. 

The original variation is rather bitter, but the company also developed a variety with 

a somewhat sweeter taste more appreciated by a younger generation (Unicum Next). 

The production facility in Budapest offers tours, which include a tasting session. Zwack 

Museum – Listing p.15, www.zwack.hu 

KATTI ZOÓB Modern tailoring by the acclaimed 

Hungarian designer, who is a defining player on 

the Hungarian fashion scene for more than 20 

years. Pest V, Szent István krt. 17. T: (+36 30) 657 

5794, www.kattizoob.hu Map D2 

LÉBER BARBARA Designing sophisticated wedding 

dresses and evening clothes. By appointment 

only. Buda XII, Alkotás u. 39/c. T: (+36 20) 

955 5686, www.leberbarbara.hu 

Manier Founded by Anikó Nemeth in 1992, the 

magic ambience of this showroom combines 

a passion for luxury fabrics, objects, and colors 

with elements of fantasy. Pest VI, Hajós u. 12. T: 

(+36 1) 354 1878, www.manier.hu Map E4 

Mom park A unique shopping mall in the heart 

of Buda, a place that combines the joy of 

shopping with culinairy experiences in style. It 

hosts several fashion,design and social events, 

and offers a wide range of premium brands like 

Michael Kors, Max& Co, Furla, Coccinelle, Nubu 

and other designer brands. Buda XII, Alkotás 

u.53, T: (+36 1)487 5501, www.mompark.com 

Map A6 

NANUSHKA London-trained Sándor Szandra’s 

designs combine playful cuts and lush fabrics 

with elegance and comfort. Pest V, Bécsi u. 

3 and Váci u. 27, T: (+36 70) 394 1954, www. 

nanushka.hu Map D5 

NÁRAY TAMÁS Streamlined prêt-à-porter fashions 

and accessories by a Paris-trained Hungarian 

designer. Closed on Sat. Pest VI, Hajós u. 17. T: 

(+36 1) 266 2473, www.naraytamas.com Map E4 

PELOTE TAILOR-MADE Everything custom-made; 

ties and two-, three-, and four-piece suits. Pest 

VI, Andrássy út 15. T: (+36 1) 411 1615, www. 

pelote.com Map D4 

TISZA A communist-era shoe brand revived with 

style and still manufactured in Hungary. www. 

tiszacipo.hu Pest VII, Károly krt. 1. T: (+36 1) 266 

3055 Map E5; WestEnd City Center: Pest VI, Váci 

út 1-3. T: (+36 1) 238 7505 Map E2 

ZILLI The exclusive luxury coat and menswear 

tailors and couturiers cater to those who want 

the best. Pest VI, Andrássy út 13. T: (+36 1) 267 

4448 Map D4 

Design Shops 

ARON DESIGN STORE Collection of sprightly 

goods by a pool of hip international artists. 

Mammut Mall: Buda II, Lövőház u. 2-6. www. 

aron-store.com Map A3 

MAGMA A gorgeous gallery of vanguard interior 

designers’ creations in countless mediums like 

glass, ceramics, and paper. Pest V, Petőfi S. u. 11. 

T: (+36 1) 235 0277, Map D5 Buda I, Úri u. 26-28., 

Map B4, www.magma.hu 

mono art & design A design shop, gallery and 

viewing space – Mono merges fashion with 

art. The shop offers clothing, accessories and 

design objects from cutting-edge brands and 

contemporary artists. Open Mon-Fri 11am-8pm, 

Sat 10am-6pm. Pest V, Kossuth Lajos u. 12. www. 

facebook.com/monoartanddesign Map D5 

wonderlab A quirky store with jewelry, accessories, 

and clothing for women by 30 Hungarian 

designers. Closed on Mon. Pest V, Veres 

Pálné utca 3. T: (+36 20) 314 2058 Map D6 

Porcelain & Glass 

AJKA KRISTÁLY Finest crystal pieces and stemware 

in both modern and classical designs. 

www.ajka-crystal.hu Pest V, József Attila u. 7. T: 

(+36 1) 317 8133 Map D5; Pest V, Kossuth Lajos 

u. 10. T: (+36 1) 328 0844 Map D5; Pest XIII, Szent 

István krt. 18. T: (+36 1) 340 5083 Map D2 

HEREND PORCELAIN World-class fine china, 

painted by hand. www.herend.com Pest V, József 

Nádor tér 11. T: (+36 1) 317 2622 Map D5; Buda I, 

Szentháromság u. 5. T: (+36 1) 225 1051 Map B4; 

Pest VI, Andrássy út 16. T: (+36 1) 374 0006 Map E4 

HOLLÓHÁZA Hand-painted porcelain tableware 

and gift items. www.hollohazi.hu Pest VII, 

Dohány u. 1/C. T: (+36 20) 592 5676 Map E5; 

Haas & Czjzek: Pest VI, Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út 23. T: 

(+36 1) 311 4094 Map D4 

ZSOLNAY Porcelain from the famous factory in 

the southern town of Pécs, including dinnerware, 

vases, and individual pieces. www.zsolnay.hu 

Haas & Czjzek: Pest VI, Bajcsy-Zsilinszky 

út 23. T: (+36 1) 311 4094 Map D4 

Markets 

CENTRAL MARKET HALL Everything you might 

want, from vegetables, meat, bread and 

cheese to wild boar and fish (downstairs in the 

cellars). Upstairs they sell Hungarian crafts and 

souvenirs. Open Mon 6am-5pm, Tue-Fri 6am- 

6pm and Sat 6am-3pm. Pest IX, Vámház krt. 1-3. 

T: (+36 1) 366 3300, www.piaconline.hu Map E6 

fény street market Located near Széll Kálmán 

tér, this market is a favorite of many expats. It 

offers a wide variety of fresh produce, pastries, 

baked goods, and luxury food. Buda II, Lövőház 

utca 12. www.fenyutcaipiac.hu Map A3 

downtown market This lesser known market 

hall in the vicinity of Parliament is smaller than 

its big brother (Central Market) but is just as 

pretty and offers the same range of products. 

Upstairs, there are all sorts of take-aways and 

small restaurants which make it an ideal spot 

for a quick lunch. Closed on Sundays, Pest V, 

Hold utca 13, www.piaconline.hu Map D4 

Escorts 

ESCORT 2 NIGHT Beautiful and charming ladies 

are waiting for you in Budapest to offer pleasant 

companionship for nights out in Budapest, or as 

partners for corporate events. Non-stop service. 

T: (+36 20) 965 8033 or (+36 20) 502 8971, www. 

escort2night.hu 


WELLNESS 

Leaves of Red 

and Gold 

Places to enjoy colorful autumn walks 

When leaves start to fall and the ground gets 

covered in a blanket of red and gold, there are 

a number of places in Budapest to observe the 

colors of the season. 

BUDA CASTLE The leafy outer walkways of 

Castle Hill and the parks at Várkert Bazár and at 

the foot of Fishermans Bastion are surprisingly 

quiet and peaceful, seeing how close they are 

to some major tourist attractions. The autumn 

colors make the views you get from here even 

more enchanting. Map A4, B4-5 

MARGIT ISLAND With its many romantic 

walkways, the island is another great place for a 

leisurely stroll. Don’t forget to go to the musical 

fountain near Margit Bridge. It plays music 

ranging from Vivaldi and Brahms to Simon and 

Garfunkel and the Rolling Stones at specific 

times (10:30am and 6pm, 7:30pm, and 9pm) and 

operates till October 31. Map C0-1-2 

NORMAFA HILL The meadows and forest on the 

major hill overlooking Buda offer breath-taking 

views over the entire city and the Danube. It’s an 

easy walk from the parking area/bus stop (bus 

21) to the Erzsébet tower on János Hill and back, 

or you can wander into the surrounding woods. 

Buda XII, Off Map 

Beauty 

bank center beauty salon Close to St. Stephen’s 

Basilica, professional cosmetic services based on 

30 years of experience, customized for every client. 

Innovative therapies and cellular rejuvenation 

to revitalize skin. Open Mon-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 

by appointment. Pest V, Arany János u. 28 (in the 

Bank Center passage). T: (+36 30) 257 4825, www. 

kissanikomesterkozmetikus.hu Map D4 

CLINIQUE Internationally renowned skincare and 

makeup customized for individual complexions. 

Open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm. Pest V, Váci u. 8. 

T: (+36 1) 266 7828, www.clinique.hu Map D5 

DOUGLAS Europe’s largest seller of cosmetics 

and fragrances, carrying the most popular 

beauty brands. Pest V, Váci u. 11/A. T: (+36 1) 318 

2323, www.douglas-parfumeria.hu Map D5 

ESTÉE LAUDER The legendary Hungarian 

cosmetics doyenne of makeup and skin care. 

Pest V, Váci u. 12. T: (+36 1) 266 7829, www.esteelauder.hu 

Map D5 

LE PARFUM Hungary’s only master perfumer 

offers consultations to find your ideal aroma 

from a myriad of international brands. Pest V, 

Deák Ferenc u. 18. T: (+36 30) 405 0668, www. 

leparfum.hu Map D6 

LUSH A fragrant shop with all-natural, fresh handmade 

cosmetics, bath products, makup, and 

perfume. Pest V, Szent István krt. 1. T: (+36 1) 277 

0840, www.lush.hu Map C2 

MAC Fashion-forward line of fine cosmetics, fragrances, 

nail care, and accessories. Create your 

personalized color palettes. Open Mon-Sat 

10am-6pm. Pest V, Váci u. 8. T: (+36 1) 328 0396, 

www.maccosmetics.com Map D5 

METROPOLITAN Complete grooming and style 

on a quiet street in the heart of downtown. 

Open Mon-Fri 10am-6pm and Sat 10am-2pm. 

Pest V, Aulich u. 4-6. T: (+36 30) 500 8342, www. 

metropolitanbudapest.hu Map D3 

OMOROVICZA Hungarian healing waters in 

pure innovative skin care, now internationally 

popular at upscale department stores. www. 

omorovicza.com Pest VI, Andrássy út 2. T: (+36 

1) 302 4604. Map D4; Open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm 

at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace: Pest 

V, Széchenyi István tér 5-6. T: (+36 1) 286 6000, 

Map C4 

DENTAL SERVICES 

BUDAPEST DENTAL Large staff of experienced 

dentists and oral surgeons in ultramodern 

setting. Free treatment plans and consultations. 

Open Mon-Fri 8am-8pm. Pest XIII, Szent István 

krt. 10. T: (+36 1) 315 4545, www.budapestdental.hu 

Map D2 

DR. éva csibrey Friendly and conveniently 

located private practice specializing in general 

family care. Open Mon and Wed 9am-6pm, Tue 

and Thu 9am-1pm. Buda II, Fillér u. 6. T: (+36 1) 

316 0483, www.csibrey.hu Map A3 

jewel DENTAL A comfortable and welcoming 

modern facility specializing in painless implant 

technology for international visitors to Hungary 

seeking a new smile. Pest V, Nádor u. 23. T: (+36 

30) 592 1847, www.jeweldental.eu Map C4 

KREATIV DENTAL A global leader in dental tourism. 

They offer free consultation and take care 

of every treatment you want if you plan it well 

ahead. They also have an on-site laboratory. 

Pest XIV, Vezér u. 100. T: (+36 1) 222 0199, www. 

kreativdentalclinic.eu 

Fitness Centers 

ASTORIA FITNESS CENTER Well-equipped modern 

gym, close to the famous hotel with the 

same name.. Open Mon-Fri 6:30am-midnight 

and Sat-Sun 10am-9pm at Pest V, Károly krt. 4. T: 

(+36 1) 317 0452, www.astoriafitness.hu Map E5 


WELLNESS 

DANUBIUS PREMIER FITNESS Hungary’s largest 

fitness-club chain with four Budapest locations. 

State-of the-art equipment. www.premierfitness.hu 

Spa Resort Margaret Island: Budapest 

XIII, T: (+36 1) 889 4914 Map D0; Spa Resort Helia: 

Pest XIII, Kárpát u. 62-64. T: (+36 1) 889 5820 

Map D0; Hotel Arena: Pest XIV, Ifjúság útja 1-3. 

T: (+36 1) 889 5282; Hotel Flamenco: Buda XI, Tas 

vezér u. 3-7. T: (+36 1) 889 5761 

FITNESS FACTORY Top-class fitness and wellness 

center that’s parent-friendly. Open Mon-Fri 

6:30am-10:30pm and Sat-Sun 8am-8pm. Pest 

XIII, Róbert Károly körút 54-58 (Material Center 

5th floor). T: (+36 1) 238 0764, www.fitnessfactory.hu 

Map F0 

HOLMES PLACE Exclusive center in the heart 

of the Jewish Quarter. part of an international 

chain with over 85 clubs. Open Mon-Thu 

6:30am- 10:30pm, Fri 6:30pm-9:30pm and Sat- 

Sun 10am- 8pm. Pest VII, Holló u. 12-14. T: (+36 1) 

878 1301, www.holmesplace.hu Map E5 

LITE WELLNESS CLUB Aiming to improve their 

members’ quality of life, this club has trainers 

and instructors, as well as dieticians and 

physiotherapists. Open Mon-Fri 6am-10pm and 

Sat-Sun 8am-9pm. Buda XII, Lövőház u. 2-6. T: 

(+36 1) 310 7390, www.litewellness.hu 

OXYGEN WELLNESS NAPHEGY A fitness complex 

overlooking downtown Budapest, with 

exercise machines, an indoor swimming area, 

treatment services, saunas, and steam rooms, 

and even a restaurant and cocktail bar. Open 

Mon-Fri 6am-10:30pm, Sat-Sun 8am-8pm. Buda 

I, Naphegy u. 67. T: (+36 20) 393 4219, www. 

oxygenwellness.hu Map B6 

WORLDCLASS HEALTH ACADEMY Elite fitness 

centers at two different city locations with a 

variety of membership options. Open Mon-Fri 

6am-10pm and Sat-Sun 8am-9pm. Marriott 

Hotel: Pest V, Apáczai Csere János út 4-6. T: (+36 

1) 266 3804, www.worldclass.hu Map C-D5 

Golf Courses 

magyar These verdant links dating back to 

1911 are located on a peaceful Danube isle just 

north of Budapest. Kisoroszi, Golf út 1. www. 

magyargolfclub.hu 

pannonia This elegant country club features 

an 18-hole championship facility and Englishlanguage 

golf lessons. Máriavölgy, near Etyek. T: 

(+36 22) 594 200, www.golfclub.hu 

pRIVATE CLINICS 

DR. ROSE MEDICAL CENTER The advantages 

of a full-service hospital in a patient-oriented 

private clinic. Pest V, Széchenyi tér 7-8. T: (+36 1) 

377 6737, www.drrose.hu Map C4 

FIRSTMED CENTERS A subsidy of American 

Clinics International, this modern facility has 

preventative care, urgent care, and family 

medicine. By appointment Mon-Fri 8am-8pm 

and Sat 8am-2pm. Buda I, Hattyú u. 14. T: (+36 1) 

224 9090, www.firstmed.hu Map A3 

MEDICOVER International health care provider 

with centers across Central and Eastern Europe, 

including three in Budapest, focused on disease 

prevention. Open Mon-Fri 7am-8pm. Pest 

VI, Teréz krt. 55-57. T: (+36 1) 465 3100. www. 

medicover.com Map E3 

VIRÁNYOS CLINIC Located in the hushed Buda 

Hills, with preventative care, plastic surgery, 

and outpatient treatments. Also has 24-hour 

English-speaking urgent care. Open Mon-Fri 

8am-8pm. Buda XII, Virányos út 23/D. T: (+36 1) 

275 0377, www.viranyosklinika.hu 

Spas 

aquincum spa Offering beauty treatments 

utilizing the curative mud of Hévíz. Open daily 

6am-10pm. Buda III, Árpád fejedelem útja 94. 

T: (+36 1) 436 4130, www.aquincumhotel.com/ 

hu/spa-es-wellness 

boscolo SPA Enjoy the benefits of this unique 

deluxe facility to relax and refresh your body 

and mind. The breathtaking design inspired by 

an Alpine ice tunnel, where lights are reflected 

from Swarowski crystals, provides an ideal 

place to escape from everyday rush. Enjoy a 

wide variety of facilities and treatments every 

day. Pest VII, Erzsébet krt. 9-11. T: (+36 1) 886 

6125, www.boscolohotels.com Map F5 

continental spa Luxurious rooftop wellness 

area offering indoor and outdoor pools, saunas, 

and a wide variety of modern amenities. 

Open 9am-9pm. Continental Hotel Budapest: 

Pest VII, Dohány u. 42-44. T: (+36 30) 914 8572, 

www.continentalhotelbudapest.com Map F5 

DANUBIUS HEALTH SPA MARGITSZIGET Day-spa 

visitors are welcome to indulge in hot mineral 

thermal baths, saunas, steam rooms, hydro 

pools, fitness, classes, and a choice of over 100 

medical or pampering treatments, conducted 

in pristine, elegant surroundings. Margaret 

Island. T: (+36 1) 889 4914, www.premierfitness. 

hu Map D0 

ISIS DAY SPA Luxurious treatments using some 

ancient Roman and Turkish techniques. Body 

wraps, beauty treatments, and couples packages. 

Try a rainforest shower, which combines 

a healing touch with dripping warm water. 

Open daily 10am-10pm. Pest VIII, Üllői út 14. T: 

(+36 1) 266 7788, www.isisdayspa.hu Map E6 

KEMPINSKI the SPA Relaxing wellness center 

overlooking Erzsébet Square, with deluxe 

amenities and a variety of treatments inspired 

by the European cycle of seasons. Open daily 

7am-10pm. Kempinski Hotel Corvinus: Pest 

V, Erzsébet tér 7-8. T: (+36 1) 429 3585, www. 

kempinski.com/budapest Map D5 

MASCULIN A fresh, exquisitely decorated 

gentlemen’s-only spa and day salon with treatments, 

pedicures and manicures. Pamper the 

softer side with makeup or body treatments 

in this sanctuary for the exigent male. Open 

Tue-Fri 10am-8pm and Sat noon-6pm. Pest 

XIII, Pozsonyi út 12. T: (+36 1) 786 4642, www. 

masculin.hu Map D2 

ROYAL SPA With a huge pool, fitness center, and 

full treatment services in a historic setting, 

the Royal Spa reigns as an elegant respite of 

serenity in the center of downtown. Open 

daily 6:30am-10pm. Corinthia Hotel Budapest: 

Pest VII, Erzsébet krt. 43-49. T: (+36 1) 479 4650, 

www.corinthia.com/budapest Map F4 

spa intercontinental Enjoy exquisite wellness 

treatments and spa services (including 

couples’ rubdowns and Japanese shiatsu) in 

this recently renovated facility. Open daily 

6am-10pm. InterContinental Budapest: Pest V, 

Apáczai Csere János u. 12-14. T: (+36 1) 327 6427, 

www.budapest.intercontinental.com Map C5 

THE SPA AT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL GRESHAM 

PALACE Offering an extensive range of rejuvenating 

therapies, services, and treatments using 

the best organic products. Located on the 

top floor of the hotel, the spa features private 

wellness and treatment rooms, unisex sauna, 

separate steam rooms for men and women, 

a whirlpool, and fitness facilities. Open daily 

6am-10pm. Pest V, Széchenyi tér 5-6. T: (+36 1) 

268 5500, www.fourseasons.com/budapest/ 

spa.html Map C4 

Swimming Pools & 

Thermal Baths 

CSILLAGHEGY The oldest swimming pool in 

Budapest, built into a terraced hillside with a 

restaurant and separate pools for leisure, swimming, 

and children. Buda III, Pusztakúti út 2-6. T: 

(+36 1) 242 0754, www.csillaghegyistrand.hu 

GELLÉRT A turn-of-the-century spa complex adjacent 

to the Gellért Danubius Hotel. Mosaiccovered 

terraces and halls, also anoutdoor 

pool in summer. Open daily 6am-8pm. Buda 

XI, Szt. Gellért tér 1. T: (+36 1) 466 6166, www. 

gellertfurdo.hu Map D7 

KIRÁLY One of Budapest’s oldest Turkish baths, 

with original parts of the building dating back 

to the 16th century. All facilities are available to 

both men and women daily, with swimwear required. 

Open daily 9am-9pm. Buda II, Fő u. 84. 

T: (+36 1) 202 3688, www.kiralyfurdo.hu Map B3 

LUKÁCS A historic spa with a wide range of curative 

amenities and eight pools. It is one of the 

few spas where there are hardly any tourists. 

Open daily 6am-9pm. Buda II, Frankel Leó. u. 

25-29. T: (+36 1) 326 1695, www.lukacsfurdo.hu 

Map B1 

PALATINUS Located on Margaret Island, this 

premier summer waterpark encompasses 

many fun pools - including a wave pool where 

guests can learn how to surf - water slides, 

sports grounds, along with sun beds in the 

lush garden. Open in summer, daily from 9am 

till early evening. Margaret Island XIII. T: (+36 1) 

236 0040, www.palatinusstrand.hu Map C1 

RUDAS Hungary’s most historic Turkish bath, 

built in the 16th century with stunning octagonal 

pool. But it also has several more modern 

facilities, including a wonderful yacuzzi pool 

on the roof, from where you have a magnificent 

view over the river Danube. Buda I, Döbrentei 

tér 9. T: (+36 1) 356 1322, www.rudasfurdo. 

hu Map C6 

SZÉCHENYI This beautiful building in City Park 

is the most famous and popular of Budapest’s 

baths, with outdoor and indoor thermal and 

swimming pools open year-round. Pest XIV, 

Állatkerti krt. 11. T: (+36 1) 363 3210, www.szechenyifurdo.hu 

Map G2 

VELI BEJ An old Turkish bath that is part of a 

hospital owned by the Ordo Hospitalarius. Its 

five thermal pools , including the octagonal 

dome, are open to the public in the mornings 

(6am-noon) and afternoons (3pm-9pm). Buda 

II, Árpád fejedelem útja 7, T: (+36 1) 438 8400 

Map B1 


DINING 

October Fest 

The best brew in town 

Like the original Oktoberfest in Münich, 

Germany, this Paulaner Oktoberfest 

Budapest is a celebration of this favorite 

malty beverage, this year held at the Kincsem 

Park, the major horse race track in Budapest. 

Three huge tents have been erected (The 

Paulaner Tent, the Retro Party Tent and the 

Pschorr Tent) and beer lovers will be able to 

not only taste more than 300 sorts of beer, 

but there will also be a variety of typical meals 

from the Bayern region to choose from, such 

as Wiezn-Hendl (a grilled chicken variety) and 

Brezn (a type of bread). Live performances 

of over 50 artists/bands will entertain the 

public, and there are also horse and harness 

races and a childrens program. Tickets can 

be bought on the spot, free transport by bus 

from metro station Stadionok. Oct 5-8, Pest X, 

Kincsem Park, Albertirsai út 2-4, Off Map – www. 

oktoberfestbudapest.hu 

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DINING 

Tea & Coffeehouses 

ANNA CAFÉ One of Budapest’s best places for 

people-watching, at two locations. www. 

annacafe.hu Open daily 8_30am-9pm at Pest 

V, Fővám tér 6. T: (+36 1) 266 2820 Map D6; 

Fri-Mon 8:30am-midnight and Tue-Wed 

8:30am-11pm at Pest V, Váci u. 5. T: (+36 1) 266 

9080 Map D5 

AUGUSZT The first Auguszt confectionery, 

reopened in 1957, with biscuits, cakes, and 

ice creams. www.auguszt.hu Open Mon-Fri 

9am-7pm and Sat 11am-6pm at Pest V, Kossuth 

Lajos u. 14-16. T: (+36 1) 337 6379 Map A3; Open 

Wed-Sun 10am-6pm at Buda XI, Sasadi út 190. T: 

(+36 1) 249 0134 

ANGELIKA Tranquil setting, pretty marzipan concoctions. 

Open April-October: 9am-midnight, 

November-March: 9am-11pm. Buda I, Batthyány 

tér 7. T: (+36 1) 225 1653, www.angelikacafe.hu 

Map B3 

Art nouveau café Small coffee house decorated 

with old-world furniture in unique Art 

Nouveau style, it also houses a small museum. 

Pest V, Honvéd u.3. T : (+36 1) 269 4622, www. 

magyarszecessziohaza.hu Map D3 

BAMBI ESZPRESSZÓ This popular café has a retro 

feel as it hasn’t been renovated since it opened 

its doors in the 1960s. With its red faux leather 

chairs, embroidered tablecloths, yellow-green 

mosaic pillars, and back corner where people 

play dominos, cards and board games, it is the 

perfect café (with terrace) to experience life as 

it was under communism. Open daily, Buda II, 

Frankel Leó utca 2-4. T: (+36 1)212 3171, Map B2 

CAFÉ ALIBI This recently renovated cozy spot 

serves premium coffee, tea, and cocoa drinks, 

along with breakfast and light entrees like 

sandwiches and salads. Open daily 8am-11pm. 

Pest V, Egyetem tér 4. T: (+36 1) 317 4209, www. 

cafealibi.hu Map E3 

CENTRÁL CAFÉ Old-fashioned splendor with fine 

dining and tasty pastries. The first old coffee 

house to reopen in the 90s. Open daily 8am- 

11pm. Pest V, Károlyi Mihály u. 9. T: (+36 1) 266 

2110, www.centralkavehaz.hu Map D6 

ECO CAFÉ Enjoy delicious organic coffees, 

teas and healthy snacks: including biscuits, 

sandwiches, salads, and pastries at this ecoconscious 

eatery. Whenever possible, products 

are fairly traded for guilt-free indulgence. Open 

Mon-Sat 7am-8pm, Sun 8am-8pm. Pest VI, 

Andrássy út 68. www.ecocafe.hu Map E3 

ELSŐ PESTI TEAHÁZ One of the best selections 

of teas in the city. Open Mon-Fri 10am-6pm 

and Sat 10am-2pm. Pest XIII, Katona J. u. 5. T: 

(+36 1) 359 3028, www.elso-pesti-teahaz.hu 

Map D2 

FARGER Inviting, casual café overlooking historical 

and verdant Szabadság Square. Open 

Mon-Fri 7am-9pm and Sat-Sun 9am-6pm. Pest 

V, Zoltán u. 18. T: (+36 20) 237 7825, www.farger. 

hu Map D4 

GERBEAUD Budapest’s world-famous historic 

coffeehouse with old-time elegance right in 

the center of town. Open daily 9am-9pm. Pest 

V, Vörösmarty tér 7-8. T: (+36 1) 429 9000, www. 

gerbeaud.hu Map D5 

MIRAGE CAFÉ AND TERRACE This café offers 

a good view of Heroes Square (Hősök tér), a 

small à la cart menu, cocktails, and water pipes 

(hookah). Open daily 10am-10pm, Pest VI, 

Dózsa György út 88. T: (+36 1) 462 7070, www. 

miragehotelbudapest.com Map G2 

MLINAR The venerable Croatian bakery now 

offers tasty pastries and sandwiches in cafés at 

two Budapest locations. www.mlinar.hr Open 

Mon-Fri 7am-8pm, Sat 8am-6pm and Sun 

8am-3pm at Pest VIII, Corvin sétány 1/A-1/B Map 

F7; Open Mon-Fri 7am-7pm at Pest IX, Lechner 

Ödön fasor 7 Map F9 

NEW YORK CAFÉ AND SALON Both are Michelin 

recommended and situated in the gloriously 

decorated baroque New York palace which is 

one of Budapest’s most legendary buildings. 


www.newyorkcafe.hu Map F5 

RUSZWURM Charming Castle District café dating 

back to 1827, with a beautiful interior. Cash only. 

Open daily 10am-7pm. Buda I, Szentháromság 

u. 7. T: (+36 1) 375 5284, www.ruszwurm.hu 

Map B4 

SUGAR! A wonderland of sweets, including freshbaked 

cupcakes and delicious ice cream. Open 

Mon noon-10pm, Tue-Sun 10:30am-10pm. Pest 

VI, Paulay Ede u. 48. T: (+36 1) 321 6672, www. 

sugarshop.hu Map E4 

SZAMOS GOURMET PALACE This confectionery, 

coffeehouse, and chocolatier is now open at 

Vörösmarty Square, where pralines are made 

fresh before guests’ eyes and candy-making 

lessons are offered by a chocolate master. 

Varied menu available daily at noon. Open 

daily 8:30am-9pm. Pest V, Váci u. 1. T: (+36 30) 

570 5973, www.szamosmarcipan.hu and www. 

csokoladeiskola.hu Map D5 

SZAMOS MARCIPÁN Original cookie, cake, and 

ice cream specialties, marzipan gift wrappings 

and chocolate desserts. Open daily 10am-7pm. 

Pest V, Párizsi u. 3. T: (+36 1) 317 3643, www. 

szamosmarcipan.hu Map D5 

ZILA KÁVÉHÁZ Elegant coffeehouse with an 

early-20th-century atmosphere. Open daily 

10am-10pm. Pest XVIII, Üllői út 452. T: (+36 1) 290 

2417, www.zilakavehaz.hu 

Hungarian 

21 Michelin recommended. Casual Hungarian restaurant 

where locals go for real regional flavors 

like they used to be, with only characteristic 

Hungarian wines. In Buda’s medieval Castle 

District. Buda I, Fortuna u. 21. T: (+36 1) 202 2113, 

www.21restaurant.hu Map B4 

ARANY KAVIÁR Michelin recommended place 

for fine dining with a wide range of top-caliber 

caviar, excellent seafood selection, and exquisite 

Hungarian dishes. Buda I, Ostrom u. 19. T: 

(+36 1) 201 6737, www.aranykaviar.hu Map A3 

ARAZ Michelin recommended. The restaurant 

is part of the Zara Intercontinental hotel in 

the Jewish quarter and offers Hungarian and 

French cuisine in the elegant Art Nouveau 

ambience of a former Bath House. Pest VII, 

Dohány u. 42-44. T: (+36 1) 815 1100, www.araz. 

hu Map F5 

ART’OTEL Michelin recommended hotel restaurant 

on the Buda embankment almost opposite 

Parliament. Modern Hungarian cuisine 

and modern interior with original artworks 

on the walls. Views over the river. Buda I, Bem 

Rakpart 16-19, T: (+36 1) 487 9439, www.artotels. 

com, Map B4 

BAbel Michelin recommended fine dining 

restaurant in the heart of the city, focusing on 

seasonal, regional delicacies with the majority 

of the raw material coming from Hungary, just 

like the decorations and materials used in the 

restaurant. Pest V, Piarista köz 2. T: (+36 70) 6000 

800, www.babel-budapest.hu Map D6 

BALTAZÁR A Michelin recommended familyowned 

gastro playground with a warm and 

friendly atmosphere. Enjoy gourmet street 

food made with fresh ingredients, along with 

notable wines of the Carpathian Basin. Buda 

I, Országház u. 31. T: (+36 1) 300 7050, www. 

baltazarbudapest.com Map A4 

BOCK BISTRO Two Michelin recommended 

restaurants, one located in the Corinthia Hotel 

building in downtown Pest, the other in a 

modern glass and wood building with big terrace 

in a leafy part of Buda. Both serve modern 

Hungarian food and wonderful Hungarian 

wines. www.bockbisztro.hu Pest VII, Erzsébet 

krt. 43-49. T: (+36 1) 321 0340, Map F4 (closed on 

Sun); Buda XII, Szarvas Gábor út 8. T: (+36 1) 376 

6044, Off Map (closed on Mon and Tue). 

BORkantin With almost 40 different wines on 

the menu, this Michelin recommended restaurant 

is offering Hungarian and international 

delicacies made from seasonal, high-quality 

ingredients, which can be accompanied with 

the most suitable wines. Pest V, Váci u 83. T: (+36 

1) 794 5385, www.borkantin.hu Map D6 

BORKONYHA The Michelin recommended 

“Winekitchen” is a bustling wine-orientated 

blend of a French-style bistro and a contemporary 

family restaurant near the Basilica, offering 

the best of Hungarian cuisine. Shaded terrace 

in spring and summer. Pest V, Sas utca 3, T: (+36 

1) 266 0835, www.borkonyha.hu Map D4 

BRASSERIE & ATRIUM Michelin recommended 

restaurant that is part of the elegant Corinthia 

Hotel. Fne lunches and dinners, and gourmet 

Sunday brunches with many classic Hungarian 

dishes. Pest VII, Erzsébet krt. 43-49. T: (+36 1) 479 

4850, www.corinthia.com/budapest Map F4 

BUDAPEST TERRACE CAFÉ & RESTAURANT Situated 

at the foot of the Palace on Castle Hill, it 

offers modern Hungarian and Italian dishes and 

an amazing panorama of Budapest. Seating on 

several levels. Buda I, Buda Castle. T: (+36 30) 375 

6774, www.budapestterrace.hu Map B5 

COSTES The older Costes in Ráday street has had 

a Michein star for years, but the new Costes 

Downtown in Vigyázó street also got one more 

recently. Both restaurants serve accomplished 

innovative dishes by a talented chef who 

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RESTAURANTS of the MONTH 

Pest V, Hold utca 13, Map D4, Closed on Sun, 

T: (+36 30) 430 0142, www.facebook.com/Kispiac 

KISPIAC BISZTRÓ 

It’s a small old-style neighborhood bistro just off Szabadság 

(Freedom) Square, serving traditional Hungarian food in a 

very homey atmosphere. In fact, it is so traditional that it 

doesn’t have an English language website or menu, but that 

shouldn’t deter you, as staff are very friendly and helpful. The 

menu varies almost daily and ingredients come straight from 

the adjacent local market, the Vásárcsarnok. Kispiac offers 

homemade jams, various roasts, grilled chicken or duck, 

pickled vegetables, and various other typically Hungarian 

specialties. It is also a very nice place for a traditional 

Hungarian lunch. There are only 10 tables or so inside and 

three or four outside on the street, so be in time. 

BOCK BISZTRÓ PEST 

This Michelin-Guide recommended restaurant opened 

in 2004, when well-known winemaker József Bock joined 

forces with a local chef, Lajos Bíró. The idea was to create 

an up-market wine bar with an ambitious menu of modern 

Hungarian cuisine mixed with imported flavors and 

ingredients. There are now two more Bock restaurants in 

Hungary (one in Buda, one near Lake Balaton) and one 

abroad. According to a Michelin inspector, Bock Bisztró Pest, 

situated in the luxurious Corinthia Hotel building, is a “busy 

and buzzy” bistro with a friendly and knowledgeable staff, its 

cooking is “gutsy” and traditional with a modern twist ), and 

the shelves are packed with interesting wines. 

Pest VII, Erzsébet krt. 43-49, Map F4, 

T: (36 1) 321 0340, www.bockbisztro.hu 

Pest V, Ferenciek tere 7-8, Map D6, 

T: (+36 1) 317 3596, www.karpatia.hu 

KÁRPÁTIA 

Kárpátia offers authentic and modern Hungarian food with 

superb live gypsy music in a special turn-of-the-century 

atmosphere. The food is of high-quality and there is a wide 

range of choice, such as very traditional dishes from various 

regions in the Carpathian basin, as well as all sorts of modern 

Hungarian cuisine. The spirited gypsy orchestra, which plays 

every night, is led by Lajos Sárközi senior, one of the very 

best prímás (violin maestro) in the country. Finally, the interior 

of the restaurant, which has been open since 1877 and is 

located in an old convent, is colorfully painted and features 

gilded walls and old wooden furniture. It’s location in the 

heart of Pest makes it very easy to reach. 


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uses modern techniques. Costes Downtown 

has a somewhat more relaxed atmosphere. 

Costes, Pest IX, Ráday u. 4. T: (+36 1) 219 0696, 

Map E6 Costes Downtown, Pest V, Vigyázó 

Ferenc u. 5. T: (+36 1) 920 1015, Map E4 www. 

costes.hu 

DÉRYNÉ BISTRO Michelin recommended 

bistro and café dating back to 1914 with a full 

breakfast menu, seasonal lunch specials and 

gourmet dinners. Buda I, Krisztina tér 3. T: (+36 

1) 225 1407, www.bistroderyne.com Map B5 

ÉS Michelin recommended restaurant. Enjoy 

tasting-size portions of Hungarian and Austrian 

specialties served in a stylishly laid-back bistro 

overlooking Fashion Street. Highlights include 

grilled steaks and fine regional wines. Pest 

V, Deák Ferenc u. 12-14. www.esbisztro.hu 

Map D5 

GRESHAM RESTAURANT Michelin recommended 

restaurant in the Jugendstill Gresham Palace 

that houses the Four Seasons hotel. Magnificent 

view of the riverfront with Chain Bridge 

and Castle Hill. Pest V, Széchenyi tér 5. T: (+36 

1) 268 6000, www.fourseasons.com/budapest 

Map C4 

GUNDEL Michelin recommended and highly 

elegant restaurant in City Park that serves upscale 

Hungarian gastronomy. Pest XIV, Gundel 

Károly út 4. T: (+36 1) 468 4040, www.gundel. 

hu Map G2 

HALÁSZBÁSTYA Boasting spectacular Danube 

and Pest views from its fairy-tale location in a 

Fishermen’s Bastion tower on Castle Hill, this 

regal restaurant serves Hungarian delicacies 

like Grey Cattle, Mangalica ham, and wild 

game. Truly quality food. Buda I, Fishermen’s 

Bastion. T: (+36 1) 201 6935, www.halaszbastya. 

eu Map B4 

Kispiac bisztró Old-style neighborhood bistro 

just of Szabadság Square, serving traditional 

Hungarian food in a homey atmosphere. The 

menu varies almost daily and ingredients come 

straight from the adjacent local market, the 

Vásárcsarnok. The menu is i Hungarian only, 

but sevice is very friendly. Closed on Sun. Pest 

V, Hold u. 13. T: (+36 30) 430 0142, www.kispiac. 

eu Map D4 

KŐLEVES Hot spot in the heart of the Jewish 

district. The restaurantserves filling Hungarian 

cuisine with Jewish specialties such as 

bakedbeans and goose legs and alsocaters for 

people who prefer vegetarian. In the adjacent 

garden ruin pub you can get typical pub food. 

Pest VII, Kazinczy u. 41. T: (+36 20) 213 5999, 

www.koleves.com Map E4 

L19 Michelin recommended restaurant which is 

part of the modern L19 Design Hotel on the 

Buda embankment. Contemporary and traditional 

dishes, nice view towards the Danube 

and Chain Bridge. Buda I, Lánchíd u. 19, T: (+36 

1) 457 1200, www.lanchid19hotel.hu Map C5 

Laci! konyha! Sophisticated boutique restaurant 

offering traditional Hungarian delicacies 

with high quality ingredients in a trendy, industrial 

setting. Recommended by the Michelin 

Guide. Pest XIII, Hegedűs Gyula u. 56. T: (+36 70) 

370 7475, www.lacikonyha.com Map D1 

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MÁK BISTRO A welcoming Michelin recommended 

hangout for high-quality haute 

cuisine served without pretension. Seasonal 

dishes created with artistic flair and extraordinary 

Hungarian wines. Closed on Mon. Pest V, 

Vigyázó Ferenc u. 4. T: (+36 30) 723 9383, www. 

mak.hu Map C4 

MÚZEUM Fine cuisine, excellent range of Hungarian 

wines, beautiful old fashioned interior. 

Closed on Sun. Pest VIII, Múzeum krt. 12. T: (+36 

1) 267 0375, www. muzeumkavehaz.hu Map E6 

NAGY FATÁL KONYHÁJA FLocated near the main 

shopping area of Váci street, this eatery offers 

traditional Hungarian food along with grilled 

meats prepared in an open kitchen. Pest VI, 

Kigyó utca 4, www.nagyfatal.hu Map D6 

NEW YORK CAFÉ AND SALON Both are Michelin 

recommended and situated in the gloriously 

decorated baroque New York palace which is 

one of Budapest’s most legendary buildings. You 

can go for a coffee or a meal in the restaurant 

(modern Hungarian in a grand style).. Pest VII, 

Erzsébet krt. 9-11. T: (+36 1) 886 6167, www.newyorkcafe.hu 

www.salonrestaurant.hu Map F5 

ONYX One of the view restaurants with a 

Michelin star, this place is glamorous and ostentatious. 

Closed on Sun, booking absolutely 

essential. Pest V, Vörösmarty tér 7-8. T: (+36 30) 

508 0622, www.onyxrestaurant.hu Map D5 

PALACE CAFÉ this restaurant located on the 

ground floor of the Novotel hotel serves Hungarian 

and French specialties. Pest VIII, Rákóczi 

út 43-45. T: (+36 1) 477 5485 Map F5 

P2 This lounge restaurant next to the Basilica 

offers international and Hungarian specialties, 

menus prepared by master chefs, and wines of 

select quality. Pest V, Sas u. 9. T: (+36 1) 222 4422, 

www.p2budapest.com Map D4 

PEPPERS! Featuring a panoramic Danube view 

from its raised terrace, this contemporary grill 

fuses Hungarian produce with Mediterranean 

flavors. Part of the Budapest Marriott Hotel: 

Pest V, Apáczai Csere János u. 4. T: (+36 1) 737 

7377, www.peppers.hu Map D5 

PESTI DISZNÓ Michelin recommended contemporary 

bistro serving fresh Hungarian cuisine 

and many local wines by the glass. Pest VI, 

Nagymező u. 19. T: (+36 1) 951 4061, www. 

pestidiszno.hu Map E4 

PIERROT Michelin recommended restaurant 

with modern Hungarian fine cuisine, carefully 

selected wines, a romantic open-air winter 

garden, and live piano music in the heart of the 

Castle District. Buda I, Fortuna u. 14. T: (+36 1) 

375 6971, www.pierrot.hu Map B4 

PRESIDENT Michelin recommended restaurant 

on top of the hotel with the same name. The 

only place with a full view on the magnificent 

Jugendstil roof of the Postal Savings Bank, build 

by Ődön Lechner. Pest V, Hold u. 3-5, T: (+36 1) 

373 8200, www.hotelpresident.hu Map D4 

ROBINSON Romantic location on its own island 

in a tree-lined pond in the City Park. Light business 

lunches, Latin guitar every night. Pest XIV, 

in City Park. T: (+36 1) 422 0222, www.robinsonrestaurant.hu 

Map G2 

SOUL CAFÉ Cosy atmosphere, a mix of Hungarian 

and Mediterranean cuisine but always with a 

twist, and very reasonably priced. Pest IX, Ráday 

u. 11-13. T: (+36 1) 217 6986, www.soulcafe.hu 

Map E6 

SPINOZA CAFÉ A cozy, romantic, and traditional 

Hungarian restaurant with a Jewish touch. Live 

piano music nightly and klezmer shows every 

Friday evening. Pest VII, Dob u. 15. T: (+36 1) 413 

7488, www.spinozacafe.hu Map E5 

SPOON CAFÉ & LOUNGE Riverboat restaurant 

docked on the Danube Promenade offering 

international cuisine and panoramic Budapest 

riverfront views. Pest V, moored on the Pest riverbank 

by the Chain Bridge. T: (+36 1) 411 0933, 

www.spooncafe.hu Map C5 

TIGRIS This timelessly elegant Michelin rcommended 

spot serves only the freshest ingredients 

and finest cuts of meat when preparing 

familiar dishes. Closed on Sun, Pest V, Mérleg 

u. 10. T: (+36 1) 317 3715, www.tigrisrestaurant. 

hu Map D4 

TRÓFEA GRILL RESTAURANTS Eat and drink as 

much as you like for a fixed price, on three locations 

in downtown Buda and Pest, www.trofea. 

hu Buda II, Margit krt. 2. T: (+36 1) 438 9090 

Map B2; Pest VI, Király u. 30-32. T: (+36 20) 999 

8797 Map E4; Pest XIII, Visegrádi u. 50/A. T: (+36 

1) 270 0366 Map E1 

up&down Modern Hungarian cuisine (some 

of it with an interesting Asian infusion) and 

simple street-food meals for a quick meal to 

be enjoyed on one of the two small terraces 

overlooking the square with Central Market 

Hall and the river Danube with Gellért Hill. T: 

(+36 1) 226 2329. Pest V, Fővám tér 1, Map D6, 

www.facebook.com/Upandown 

Véndiak A favorite local hangout since 1938 that 

offers mdern Hungarian cuisine. In spring and 

summer, it has an inviting terrace on University 

square. Pest V, Egyetem tér 5, T: (+36 1) 267 0226, 

www.vendiaketterem.hu Map E6 

Vintage garden This romantic Provencal bistro 

is a haven amidst the shabby ruin-pubs. Pest VII, 

Dob u. 21. T: (+36 30) 790 6619, www.facebook. 

com/vintagegardenbudapest Map E5 

InTERNATIONAL 

1ST JOHN BULL SPORT PUB This 

popular restaurant offers full English 

breakfasts and ale on tap. Live sports, 

free Wi-Fi. Pest V, Apáczai Csere János 

u. 17. T: (+36 1) 338 2168, www.johnbullsportpub.hu 

Map C5 

ARANY KAVIÁR RESTAURANT Michelin recommended 

place for fine dining with a wide 

range of top-caliber caviar, excellent seafood 

selection, and exquisite Hungarian fresh water 

fish selection. It is one of the few restaurants 

located at the foot of Castle Hill. Buda I, Ostrom 

u. 19. T: (+36 1) 201 6737, www.aranykaviar.hu 

Map A3 

CHEZ DANIEL RESTAURANT French food cooked 

to order with seasonal local ingredients and 

fresh daily specials. Pest VI, Szív u. 32. T: (+36 1) 

302 4039, www.chezdaniel.hu Map F3 

FAUSTO’S Sit in the linen-laid tables in the 

restaurant or the more casual, wood-furnished, 

Michelin recommended osteria. Menus offer 

simple, rustic Italian classics. Closed on Sun.. 

Pest VII, Dohány u. 3-5. T: (+36 1) 269 6806, www. 

fausto.hu Map E5 

HUNTER-VADÁSZ 

GASTRO&SPORT PUB Fancy good 

deer goulash or hot deer stew? 

Amazing fine venison dishes and 

pub grubs (burgers, fish and chips 

etc.). Live sports, free wifi. Pest V, 

Podmaniczky tér 4. T: (+36 1) 269 

3116 facebook: Vadasz Gastro Pub 

Map D4 

JACK DOYLE’S Offering the best of traditional 

Irish fare married to local Hungarian specialties, 

with weekday lunch specials. Global sports 

broadcasts. Pest V, Pilvax köz 1-3. T: (+36 1) 796 

9009, www.jackdoyles.hu Map D5 

KNRDY Stylish New York style steakhouse with 

designer furnishings and a street scene mural. 

Choose your steak from the display. Pest V, 

Oktober 6 u. 15, T: (+36 1) 788 1685, www.knrdy. 

com Map D4 

MOMOTARO RAMEN Noodles, dim sum and 

spicy Szechuanese dishes. They also serve 

wonderful soups (ramen) for a very decent 

price. The real Chinese stuff so no wonder the 

place swarms with Chinese guests. Closed on 

Mon. Pest V, Széchenyi u. 16. T: (+ 36 1) 269 3802, 

www.momotaroramen.com Map C4 

NOBU Michelin rcommended new-style Japanese 

restaurant. Yellowtail sashimi with jalapeno 

and Alaskan black cod with den miso are just 

two of the signiture dishes found on the menu. 

Kempinski Hotel Corvinus: Pest V, Erzsébet tér 

7-8. T: (+36 1) 429 4242, www.noburestaurants. 

com/budapest Map D5 

PORCELLINO Exquisite Italian cuisine offered in 

an ambience that is sophisticated yet childfriendly. 

Buda II, Ady Endre u. 19. T: (+36 1) 886 

7880, www.porcellino.hu 

PHILIPPE LE BELGE Gourmet Belgian seafood 

restaurant, renowned for oysters and mussels. 

Closed on Sun and Mon. Pest XIII, Balzac u. 35. T: 

(+36 1) 350 0411 Map D2 

rickshaw Serving authentic dishes from across 

the Orient in an atmosphere that elegantly reflects 

the traditional décor of the Far East. Taste 

the latest creations of the eatery’s highly qualified 

Chinese chef. Open Wed-Sun 6pm-11pm. 


www.corinthia.com/budapest Map F4 

TAJ MAHAL An irresistible selection of Indian fare, 

including North and South Indian specialties. 

Home deliveries too. Closed on Mon. Pest VI, 

Szondi u. 40. T: (+36 1) 301 0447, www.tajmahal. 

hu Map E3 

with gypsy music 

100 ÉVES The “100 Years Old” restaurant is the 

oldest in Budapest and in fact dates from 1831. 

Traditional Hungarian and international cuisine 


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amidst rustic furnishing. Excellent gypsy music 

in the evening hours. Pest V, Piarista u. 2, T: (+36 

1) 230 0329, www.100evesetterem.hu, Map D5 

DUNACORSO A restaurant on the river promenade 

in Pest looking out at Castle Hill. The 

kitchen is a mix of traditional Hungarian and 

international dishes and there is an outstanding 

Gypsy orchestra. Pest V, Vigadó tér 3, T: (+36 

1) 318 6362, www.dunacorso.hu Map C5 

KÁRPÁTIA Traditional Hungarian food in the 

colorfully decorated surroundings of a former 

monastery, open since 1877. A very renowned 

Gypsy band plays nightly. Pest V, Ferenciek tere 

7-8. T: (+36 1) 317 3596, www.karpatia.hu Map D6 

KÉHLI Savor local specialties like bone-marrow 

soup and pike-perch fillet while being serenaded 

by Gypsy musicians at this century-old 

restaurant. Buda III, Mókus u. 22. T: (+36 1) 250 

4241, www.kehli.hu 

ÚJ SIPOS HALÁSZKERT Situated at a charming 

square in Old Buda (Óbuda), it offers traditional 

Hungarian food and live gypsy music. Buda III, 

Fő tér 6, T: (+36 1) 388 8745, www.ujsipos.hu 

VÖRÖS POSTAKOCSI Since 

1972, the “Red Mail Coach” 

restaurant offers authentic 

Hungarian cuisine and live 

Gypsy music. Pest IX, Ráday u. 

15. T: (+36 1) 217 6756, www. 

vorospk.com Map E7 

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DINING 

Hungarian traditions 

and tastes in the 

heart of Budapest 

If you are a lover of grilling, 

if you have love the smell and 

also the presentation of the 

special charcoal grilled food 

tasting, you can find it all here! 

Make yourself at home! 

1052 Budapest, 

Kígyó street 4. 

(near Ferenciek tere) 

+36 1 787 8736 

Open: M-Su: 

11:00-23:00 

Wolf András 

Executive Chef 

Salon 

Restaurant 

Boscolo Budapest Hotel 

New York Palace 

Tel.: +36 1 886 6167 

reservation@salonrestaurant.hu 

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ESSENTIALS 

This section contains information on getting 

around Budapest, plus many tips. 

EMBASSIES AND CONSULATES 

Austrian Embassy Pest VI, Benczúr u. 16. 

T: (+36 1) 479 7010 Map F3 

British Embassy Pest V, Harmincad u. 6. 

T: (+36 1) 266 2888 Map D5 

Canadian Embassy Buda II, Ganz u. 12 14. T: 

(+36 1) 392 3360 Map B3 

Croat Consulate Pest VI, Munkácsy Mihály u. 

15. T: (+36 1) 354 1315 Map F2 

dutch Embassy Buda II, Kapás u. 6-12. 

T: (+36 1) 336 6300 Map B3 

French Embassy Pest VI, Lendvay u. 27. 

T: (+36 1) 374 1100 Map G2 

German Embassy Buda I, Úri u. 64 66. 

T: (+36 1) 488 3500 Map H3 

israeli Embassy Buda II, Fullánk u. 8. 

T: (+36 1) 392 6200 

Romanian Embassy Pest XIV, Thököly út 72. 

T: (+36 1) 384 7689 (near Map H3) 

Russian Embassy Pest VI, Bajza u. 35. 

T: (+36 1) 302 5230 Map F3 

Serbian Embassy Pest VII, Dózsa György út 

92/A. T: (+36 1) 322 9838 Map G3 

Slovak Embassy Pest XIV, Stefánia út 22. 

T: (+36 1) 460 9011 (near Map H3) 

Slovenian Embassy Buda II, Cseppkő u. 68. T: 

(+36 1) 438 5600 

Swiss Embassy Pest XIV, Stefánia út 107. 

T: (+36 1) 460 7040 Map H3 

Ukrainian Embassy Buda XIV, Stefánia út 77. T: 

(+36 1) 422 4120 Map H3 

United States Embassy Pest V, Szabadság tér 

12. T: (+36 1) 475 4400 Map D4 

USEFUL INFORMATION 

LOST AND FOUND For articles lost on public 

transportation, go to Pest VII, Akácfa u. 18. 

T: (+36 1) 258 4636 Map F5 

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES Call (+36 1) 311 1666 

for an English or German speaker, or 104 for 

Hungarian. 

24 HOUR PHARMACIES Will dispense routine 

medications without a prescription. Pest VI, 

Teréz körút 41 (T: (+36 1) 311 4439), Buda II, 

Frankel Leó u. 22 (T: (+36 1) 212 4406), Buda XII, 

Alkotás út 1/B (T: (+36 1) 355 4691) 

POLICE CRIME PREVENTION 

Like in any major metropolis, visitors should take 

precautions to protect themselves from criminal 

activity. Do not leave belongings unattended, or 

leave valuables in your car, and keep an eye on 

your bags. In case you do become a crime victim, 

please report the incident to the nearest police 

station as soon as possible, or go directly to 

the nearest hotel, where the staff can help you 

file a report promptly with the proper authorities 

closest to the scene of the crime. Otherwise, 

Budapest’s emergency phone numbers are 107 

and 112, or log onto www.police.hu/brfk for a 

complete list of police stations. 

DIRECTORY ASSISTANCE Dial 198. 

INTERNATIONAL OPERATOR Dial 104 

or (+36 1) 311 1666. 

POST OFFICES The post offices at Keleti 

(Map G4) and Nyugati (Map D-E3) stations are 

open every day from 7am-9pm. To send a letter 

via airmail, ask for légiposta (LAY ghee posh ta). 

Telephone codes Budapest landlines (+36 1), 

T-Mobile: (+36 30), Telenor: (+36 20), Vodafone: 

(+36 70) 

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ART MARKET – page 5 

NAVIGATING BUDAPEST 

The city of Budapest clusters around the great Danube River, which 

slices it in half on a curving north-south axis. The hilly west bank 

is Buda, the flat east bank is Pest – two totally separate towns until 

1873, when they were united to form today’s capital city. Modern 

Budapest is divided into 23 districts (called “kerület”), each designated 

by a Roman numeral. The two districts you will spend most 

time in are Buda I (Castle Hill, Buda’s old medieval center) and Pest 

V (downtown Pest, a robust, confident, turn-of-the-century area 

containing the Parliament, banks and financial centers, as well as the 

best shopping). See our detailed map on pages 38-39 for a reliable 

city reference. 

TOURIST INFO OFFICES Tourinform offices are 

found around the city. The most useful is at 

Deák Ferenc Square next to the McDonald’s. 

Open daily 8am-8pm. Pest V, Sütő u. 2, T: (+36 

1) 438 8080 Map D5. Another helpful office 

is at Pest VI, Liszt Ferenc tér 11. Open daily 

noon-8pm. T: (+36 1) 322 4098 Map E4. Tourist 

information offices are also open daily at Budapest 

Airport. At all of these locations you can 

purchase the Budapest Card, which covers all 

public transportation and provides discounted 

access to major museums, spas, restaurants, 

and attractions. www.budapestinfo.hu 

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Budapest has an 

extensive public transportation system with 

buses, trams, trolleys, and four metro lines. 

Most lines operate daily from 4am to about 

midnight, trams 4 and 6 operate all night as 

do several night buses. Tickets are available 

at ticket machines (also English) and booths 

(“pénztár”) in metro underpasses. To validate 

a ticket (not necessary for daily, long-term 

passes, or season tickets), insert it into the 

orange or red boxes at the metro entrances, or 

aboard buses and trams. Tickets are not always 

checked on buses and trams, but ticket inspectors, 

who identify themselves with armbands 

or ID cards, may board the vehicles to check 

that passengers have validated tickets. Fines 

can be paid on the spot. See www.bkk.hu 

for more details. There are single and section 

tickets, as well as a discount book (10 single 

tickets), a 24-hour or 72-hour card (valid on all 

forms of public transportation), and seven-day 

, two-week and one-month passes. 

photo: László Mészáros 


ESSENTIALS 

My Favorite Budapest... 

TRAIN STATIONS 

The four main train stations (“pályaudvar”) 

are Nyugati (Map D-E3); Keleti (Map G4); Déli 

(Map A4), and Kelenföldi (Off Map). All are 

accessible by metro. Contact MÁV Hungarian 

Railways Information for foreign and domestic 

timetables. T: (+36 1) 444 4499 or (+36 40) 49 

4949, www.mav-start.hu 

TAXIS 

Budapest taxis are famous for taking people 

for a ride in more ways than one. Always insist 

on using one of the companies listed below. 

If you must hail a taxi, identify a reputable 

taxi company by the car’s lights, signage, and 

drivers’ identification, and ask for a price estimate 

before entering the cab. All legitimate 

Budapest taxi rates are are now standardized 

for every taxi company. 

6x6: (+36 1) 666 6666, www.6x6taxi.hu (lights 

on taxi roofs are shaped like gambling dice); 

Budapest Taxi: (+36 1) 777 7777, www.budapesttaxi.hu; 

City Taxi: (+36 1) 211 1111, www.citytaxi.hu; 

Fő Taxi: (+36 1) 222 2222, www.fotaxi.hu; 

Max Taxi: (+36 1) 222 2233, www.maxtaxi.hu; 

Taxi 4: (+36 1) 444 4444, www.taxi4.hu; 

Tele 5 Taxi: (+36 1) 555 5555, www.taxi5.hu 

RENTAL CARS 

Europcar: With a simple booking system and a 

great selection of vehicles, Europcar is the perfect 

choice for your Budapest Airport Terminal 

2b car rental. We have hourly, daily, short term, 

weekly, monthly and long term deals available 

in this location. T: (+36 1) 421 8370 www. 

europcar.com/location/hungary/budapest/ 

budapest-airport-terminal-2B 

Fox Autorent: A dependable and reliable car 

rental company that usually offers specials. 

Service includes unlimited mileage, AC, insurance, 

and airport and home delivery. T: (+36 1) 

382 9000, www.fox-autorent.com 

Hertz Rent-A-Car: International Reservation 

Center Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Vecsés, Hertz 

u. 2. T: (+36 1) 296 0999 or 296 0991; Budapest 

Airport Terminal 2B Open daily 8am to 10pm. 

T: (+36 1) 296 7171; www.hertz.hu 

Sixt Hungary: Operating out of a facility in 

the central buildin of Budapest Airport, the 

SkyCourt, this car rental agency offers tailormade 

deals for its customers. Open Mon-Fri 

7am-7pm and Sat-Sun 8am-6pm. T: (+36 1) 451 

4227, www.sixt.hu 

bicycle rentalS 

Ask your hotel concierge for information 

about bike rental service to deliver bicycles 

directly to your hotel. 

Public bikes: 

There are green Bubi bikes at 112 stations 

city-wide. They are pretty heavy but the first 

30 minutes of each use are free of charge. 

Passes valid from 24 hours. Registration is 

required, see molbubi.bkk.hu 

Private bike rentals: 

Bike-and-Relax: tours and rental, Andrássy 

Street 7, www.bike-and-relax.com Map D4 

BikeBase: Podmaniczky utca 19. (near Nyugati 

station), www.bikebase.hu Map D3 

HiBike: Apáczai Csere János u. 3, www. 

hi-bike.hu Map D5 

BOAT SERVICES 

Several small public transport boats are going 

up and down the river during day light hours, 

docking at stations in Pest and Buda alternately 

(see Map). The time schedule (www.bkk.hu/ 

en/timetables and click the boat services icon) 

is subject to change depending on weather 

and water level conditions. 

AIRPORT Transportation 

The Budapest Airport has two international 

terminals, Terminal 2A and 2B. See www.bud. 

hu/english for complete airport information. 

Airport Minibus Service miniBUD: A shared 

ride service that picks passengers up at any 

address in Budapest. For travel to hotels or 

within the city center, a ride costs HUF 3,900 

per person one way, and HUF 6,900 for a return 

trip. Arrange your ride in advance. T: (+36 

1) 55 00000, www.minibud.hu/en 

Airport Taxi Service: Multiple taxi companies 

drive Budapest Airport passengers to and from 

all city destinations. They offer fixed maximum 

prices depending on the distance traveled 

from the airport, with HUF 4,500 being an average 

price for an airport to city center transfer. 

Public Transportation: There is a direct bus 

(no.100E) every half hour between the airport 

and Deák square. Another bus (200E) takes 

you to the ‘blue line’ metro (Kőbánya-Kispest) 

that goes into the city. 

WHAT MAKES HUNGARY’S TOP 

HOSPITALITY PROFESSIONALS DELIGHTED 

TO LIVE IN BUDAPEST? CONCIERGE 

BALÁZS NAGY OF THE FOUR SEASONS 

HOTEL GRESHAM PALACE SHARES A FEW 

OF THE FEATURES HE CHERISHES MOST 

FROM THROUGHOUT THE HUNGARIAN 

METROPOLIS. 

… BAR When guests are looking for a nice 

place to drink, I always recommend the 

St. Andrea Wine & Skybar. St. Andrea is 

a popular winery in the countryside, and 

recently they have opened a wine and 

gourmet rooftop bar in Budapest. The latter 

is located in Váci street and offers sweeping 

views of the city center, including the Bazilika 

and the Budapest Eye. Apart from their own 

quality wines, they also offer a wide variety 

of excellent cocktails. Guests can also enjoy 

snacks with their drinks while marveling at 

the panorama view. 

… SEASONAL ACTIVITY I am a keen biker 

and love to cycle when I have the chance. 

One of my favorite routes is in the City Park, 

which is beautiful in the autumn. There is 

so much to do and see here, I love to visit 

the Vajdahunyad castle and especially 

its lookout towers. It is one of the lesser 

known attractions (the tower is part of the 

Agricultural Museum), and offers a unique 

view of the city. After the bike ride, make sure 

to visit Széchenyi Bath for a relaxing dip in 

the hot, curative water. 

…MUSEUM Since the Museum of Fine Arts 

is closed for renovation, I like to recommend 

the Műcsarnok, which is also located next to 

Heroes’ Square. They have many interesting 

temporary exhibitions, including Sebastião 

Salgado’s Genesis exhibit. I will definitely 

check this out, I am a big fan of his photos. 

Balázs Nagy is a member of 

the prestigious Clefs d’Or 

organization of professional 

concierges, who strive to 

accommodate every guest’s 

request, as their motto states, “In Service 

Through Friendship”. 


MAPS 

Széchenyi 

tér 

Radisson Blu 

Béke Hotel 

Continental Hotel 

Boscolo Budapest 


MAPS 

II. János Pál pápa 

tér 

II. JÁNOS PÁL PÁPA TÉR 

FŐVÁM TÉR 

Fraser 

Residence 

SZENT GELLÉRT TÉR 

Széll Kálmán 

tér 

SZÉLL K. 

TÉR 

Leonardo Hotel 

Budapest 

MÓRICZ ZSIGMOND KÖRTÉR 

Blaha L. tér 

Széll Kálmán tér 

Astoria 

ÚJBUDA-KÖZPONT 

Pillangó utca 

Népstadion 

Keleti pályaudvar 

II. János Pál 

pápa tér 

Vörösmarty 

tér Ferenciek tere 

Kálvin tér 

Rákóczi tér 

Corvin 

negyed 

Fővám tér 

Szent Gellért tér 

Ferenc körút 

Nagyvárad tér 

Népliget 

Ecseri út 

Pöttyös utca 

Klinikák 

Közvágóhíd 

Boráros 

tér 

Beöthy u. 

Kén u. 

Móricz Zsigmond körtér 

Újbuda-központ 

Bikás park 

Kelenföld vasútállomás 

INDEX OF MAIN STREETS 

II. János Pál pápa tér G5 

Alkotmány utca C3-D3 

Alkotás utca A4-5 

Állatkerti körút G1-2 

Andrássy út D4-G6 

Apáczai Cs. J. utca C5-D5 

Arany János utca C4-D4 

Attila út 

B5-C6 

Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út D3-5 

Balassi Bálint utca C2-3 

Baross tér 

G4 

Batthyány tér B3 

Bécsi kapu tér A3-4 

Belgrád rakpart C5-D6 

Bem rakpart C2-5 

Bem tér 

B2 

Benczúr utca F3-G2 

Blaha Lujza tér F5 

Clark Ádám tér C5 

Deák Ferenc tér D5 

Deák Ferenc utca D5 

Dísz tér 

B4 

Dohány utca E5-G4 

Dózsa György út F1-H4 

Döbrentei tér C6 

Erzsébet körút E4-F5 

Erzsébet tér D5 

Falk Miksa utca C3-D2 

Ferenc körút F7 

Ferenciek tere D5 

Fő utca B2-5 

Fortuna utca B4 

Harmincad utca D5 

Hess András tér B4 

Hősök tere 

G2 

Horánszky utca F6 

Irányi utca 

D6 

Jókai tér 

E4 

József Attila utca C5-D5 

József körút F5-7 

József nádor tér D5 

Kálvin tér 

E6 

Károly körút D5-E5 

Károlyi Mihály utca D6 

Kazinczy utca E4-5 

Kecskeméti utca E6 

Király utca D5-F3 

Klauzál tér 

E4 

Kossuth tér 

C3 

Kossuth Lajos utca D5-E5 

Krisztina körút B5-C6 

Lehel tér 

E1 

Liszt Ferenc tér E4 

Madách tér D5 

Március 15. tér D6 

Margit körút B2 

Múzeum körút E5-6 

Nyugati tér D3 

Oktogon 

E4 

Olof Palme sétány G2-A3 

Országház utca A4-B4 

Petőfi Sándor utca D5 

Rákóczi tér 

F6 

Rákóczi út E5-G5 

Semmelweis utca D5-E5 

Szabadság tér D4 

Szent Gellért tér D7 

Szent Gellért rakpart 

C6-D7 

Szentháromság tér B4 

Szent István körút C2-D3 

Széchenyi tér C4 

Széll Kálmán tér A3 

Táncsics Mihály utca B4 

Teréz körút D3-E3 

Üllői út 

E6-G7 

Váci út 

D3-E1 

Váci utca D5-6 

Városligeti fasor F3-G3 

Vigadó tér C5-D5 

Vörösmarty tér D5 

Wesselényi utca E5-F4 

Ybl Miklós tér C5 


CENTRAL MARKET 

The brightly colored tiled roof of this huge 

bazaar shelters a cornucopia of food stands, 

offering everything from fresh produce to 

pálinka brandy. Downstairs, vendors sell fresh 

fish, game, and – very Hungarian – all sorts 

of pickled and fermented products. Upstairs, 

vendors offer traditional gifts like woodworks, 

fine lace, and other souvenirs. Pest IX, Vámház 

krt. 1-3. Map E7 

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GREAT SYNAGOGUE 

One of Europe’s largest and richly decorated 

Jewish temples was built in the 1850s with 

a fusion of Moorish and Byzantine styles. 

It holds nearly 3,000 worshippers and 

represents a typically Hungarian strand of 

the Jewish faith, called neologue. It has a 

pipe organ (that was played by Franz Liszt 

and Emile Saint-Saëns), which is very unusual 

for synagogues. The west wing houses a 

museum, and there are Holocaust memorials 

in the courtyards. Pest VII, Dohány u. 2. Map E5 

PARLIAMENT 

This neo-gothic palace was built in 1896 for a 

country more than twice the current size and 

still ruled by counts, lords and princes. It is the 

most expensive building ever constructed 

in Hungary, decorated with lots of marble, 

40 kilograms of gold leaf, as well as statues, 

paintings and other works by the best artists 

of the day. The central dome houses the 

crown of King Stephen. Pest V, Kossuth Lajos tér 

1, Map C3, www.parliament.hu 

ROYAL PALACE 

Several castle incarnations stood on this 

oft-besieged hilltop, the seat of kings and 

emperors or their representatives. The 

current green-domed version is a post-war 

reconstruction that was never occupied 

by royalty. It houses several museums and 

its courtyards are also used for festivals. 

Wonderful views over the Danube and Pest. 

Buda I, Castle Hill. Map C5 

NATIONAL MUSEUM 

This imposing neoclassical building houses 

an archeological exhibition (prehistory to 800 

AD) and an exhibition covering the period 

from the founding of Hungary to modern 

times (mostly in Hungarian). There is a story 

that the 1848 uprising against the autocratic 

Habsburg emperor started with the reading 

of a poem on the steps of this very building, 

but that might be an urban legend. Pest VIII, 

Múzeum krt. 14-16. Map E6 

HEROES’ SQUARE 

Budapest’s premier national ceremony 

site is dominated by the Millenary 

Monument, with statues of the seven 

headmen of the Hungarian tribes 

that, according to modern myth, 

conquered the Hungarian lands 

in 896. They pose at the foot 

of a column with Archangel 

Gabriel on the top and in 

front of a semicircular 

colonnade bearing 

statues of historical 

figures. Pest XIV, Hősök 

tere. Map G2 


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