Budapest Funzine 2022 december

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Christmas
IN BUDAPEST
Written by Dolli Sutus
Photo: Gerbeaud Café
GERBEAUD CAFÉ
Although Budapest celebrates this Christmas a little less sumptuously
than usual, there are a number of attractions in the beautiful
Hungarian capital that wil l definitely put you in the festive mood.
WESTEND WINTER WONDERLAND
THE CHRISTMAS TREE OF HUNGARY
Photo: Getty Images
LUMINA PARK
THE CHRISTMAS TREE OF HUNGARY
Every year, the Christmas Tree of Hungary is put
up at Kossuth Square, the spacious plaza behind
the magnificent Parliament building. This year,
the beautifully decorated pine tree came from a
little village in Heves County to the heart of Budapest.
2,500 meters long fairy lights and 16,000
colourful LED bulbs dress up the 18 meters tall
tree, which is truly the star of the Christmas season
in the city. A nativity scene with human-sized
wooden figures is also exhibited between the
first Sunday of Advent and Epiphany.
1055 Budapest, Kossuth Lajos tér
GERBEAUD CAFÉ
Just a stone’s throw away from Vörösmarty
Square’s Christmas market, a beautifully illuminated
shop draws your eye, as the legendary
Gerbeaud Café once again put on its fascinating
festive attire. Opened in 1858, the world-renowned
coffeehouse welcomes guests with fully decorated
Christmas trees, magical lights, as well as heavenly
cakes, pastries, and hot drinks. Don’t forget
to visit Gerbeaud’s Christmas Jingle pop-up store
in the neighbouring Dorottya Street which is full of
Christmas decorations, stylish home furnishings,
as well as sweet gifts and chocolate boxes.
1051 Budapest, Vörösmarty tér 7-8.
gerbeaud.hu
LUMINA PARK
Established at Margaret Island’s Palatinus Bath
as the city’s brightest wintertime attraction, Lumina
Park is open every day (except for 12 and
24 December) until 9 PM. Take an unforgettable
walk in the magical world accompanied by
extraordinary light installations and sounds!
Bringing brightness into the cold winter nights,
Lumina Park boasts solely energy-saving LED
lights. The must-visit winter spectacle awaits
both children and adults until 15 February 2023.
1003 Budapest, Soó Rezső sétány 1. (Palatinus
fürdő) | luminapark.eu
WESTEND WINTER WONDERLAND
Westend Rooftop welcomes visitors searching for
festive vibes with a fabulous winter wonderland
this December. The Christmas location above the
city gives home to an ice rink, an enchanting carousel,
food trucks, and a heated tent. Classic winter
treats won’t be missed either! Make sure you
taste them before or after the thematic programs,
concerts, arts and craft workshops, and ice dance
shows Westend Rooftop invites you to. With a
coupon downloadable from Westend App, all programs
are free, including the carousel for children.
1062 Budapest, Váci út 1-3.
westend.hu
WINTER FELLINI
This winter, there’s no need to say goodbye to Budapest’s
favourite gastro spot by the Danube, as
buzzing summer venue Fellini has opened a winterized
cabin jammed with festive l’amour. Waterside
tranquillity, a cosy little hut, and seasonal
flavours make your stay at Fellini special this
season, should you arrive for a late breakfast, a
delicious lunch, a hot tea or coffee to warm your
body up, or a romantic dinner with live music. As
for soul-warming beverages, hot chocolate, tea,
grog, and hot lemonade are all at your service.
1039 Budapest, Kossuth Lajos üdülőpart 5.
fb/FelliniRomaiKulturbisztro