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Budapest Weekend Guide 10-12 May
Each week, we gather all of the important happenings taking place in our favourite city so you can plan ahead.
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A culinary gem in the Buda Castle – Enjoy modern Hungarian dishes at 21 Restaurant
Budapest's 21 Restaurant serves up sunshine on a plate! Try their juicy chicken Kiev and dumplings alongside other innovative Hungarian dishes.
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10 ideas for a fun day with the girls, your mum, or yourself
Whether you're craving a thrilling detective game with your friends, a relaxing brunch with mom, or some blissful me-time, we've got you covered.
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Budapest Weekend Guide 3-5 May
Each week, we gather all of the important happenings taking place in our favourite city so you can plan ahead.
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Gear up for a picnic on the Liberty Bridge and other free events at the Hello Europe! Festival
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Hungary's EU membership, the city is hosting a vibrant urban festival from May 1st to 5th.
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arán bakery – Buda
1117 Budapest, Móricz Zsigmond körtér 16A
Paddy, the familiar name given to the sourdough used at the a rán bakery
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Museum of Illusions
1065 Budapest, Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út 3
Having opened in many big cities around the world
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nor/ma grand
1027 Budapest, Margit Körút 75-87
This second outlet of nor/ma grand has opened on the southern corner of the Millenáris Park
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Geraldine Confectionery
1088 Budapest, Múzeum körút 14–16
The fourth outlet run by the 150-year-old Auguszt confectionery dynasty has opened behind the National Museum in the beautifully restored
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Experience Budapest's famous Grand Café vibes topped with all-day breakfast at Centrál
Step back in time at Centrál Café, where classic Grand Café vibes meet innovative twists like all-day breakfast and unique coffee creations.
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6 Instagrammable spots in Budapest for the perfect photos
Whether it's a visit to a special exhibition, a girls' night out, or a date, we've compiled 6 special places to take selfies.
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Indulge in Goli's amazing Mediterranean plates, dreamed up by a chef who wowed Jamie Oliver
Delicious labneh, hand-steamed pitas, a sharing concept, and a relaxed atmosphere – Tel Aviv's star chef Harel Zakaim opened a restaurant in Budapest!
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6 special lunch spots in Budapest for the spring
Budapest is buzzing with lunch options, from casual and affordable to hidden gems perfect for business lunches or catching up with friends.
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Find hidden gems behind closed doors in Budapest
We often pass by fancy doors, but what are they hiding? Step through their thresholds and discover a mysterious universe!
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10+1 of the most beautiful libraries in Budapest
Libraries are enjoying a new wave of popularity, and Budapest is lucky to have what are undoubtedly some of the world's most beautiful libraries.
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5 ice cream hotspots in Budapest ready for the season
If you are on the hunt for some rich and delicious gelato (or 'fagyi' as Hungarians call it) in the city, here is where to go.
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Tiny bars, big fun: 8 Budapest gems you won't want to miss
Budapest's nightlife is legendary. But instead of renowned ruin bars, dive into the city's hidden gems! We'll show you where to start.
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Free things to do in Budapest in April
From Cuban street photography to vibrant jazz nights and a dance picnic – join exciting free events in April.
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10+1 best things to do in Budapest in April
Blooming cherry trees, Budapest Photo Festival, new Hungarian films, Spring Lantern Magic, and a cycle parade – these are the best things in April.
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Matti Varga Exhibition at the Hotel GIN
Thursday, 29 February 2024 - Friday, 31 May 2024
Explore the free photo exhibition of a young Hungarian talent at the hip downtown Hotel GIN.
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JazzFest Budapest 2024
Saturday, 27 April 2024 - Wednesday, 15 May 2024
For two weeks from 27 April, more than 200 performers from different generations join together to celebrate jazz.
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Car-free Embankment
Friday, 15 March 2024 - Wednesday, 23 October 2024
Pedestrians and cyclists are taking over a chunk of the lower embankment in downtown Pest at the weekends, creating a pop-up promenade.
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Thirty Seconds To Mars (US)
Thursday, 16 May 2024
Thirty Seconds To Mars, currently made up of brother duo Jared and Shannon Leto, return to Budapest, this time at the MVM Dome.
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Divas & Icons
Saturday, 18 May 2024 - Sunday, 15 September 2024
Get a close-up look at the magnificent stage costumes of Rihanna, Björk, Whitney Houston,or Billie Eilish!
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Gourmet Festival 2024
Friday, 24 May 2024 - Sunday, 26 May 2024
Indulge in the crème de la crème of Hungarian gastronomy!
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BPBW – Budapest Beer Week 2024
Monday, 20 May 2024 - Sunday, 26 May 2024
Tap takeovers, meetups, 'meet the brewer' events at Budapest's hottest craft beer bars.
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Eliades Ochoa (CU)
Wednesday, 29 May 2024
The Cuban singer-guitarist has been a famous musician in his home country since the 1970s and is now coming to Budapest.
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La Femme (FR)
Saturday, 25 May 2024
The French retrofuturistic synthpop band will return for their first Hungarian club concert in May.
Interviews
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Without the past, there’s no future – we talk with chef András Wolf at the Atrium in the New York Palace
Top chef András Wolf of the Anantara New York Palace talks Hungarian bistro cuisine, tradition and innovation.
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Where the soul finds itself – meet Bence Vági, Artistic Director of Recirquel
Meet Bence Vági, Artistic Director of Recirquel, Hungary's unique contemporary cirque danse company whose latest production, IMA (‘Pray’), represents a spiritual journey taken by the choreographer.
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New Yorker illustrator Lehel Kovács breaks the mould at new exhibition in Budapest
Get lost in summer happiness with the pictures of illustrator Lehel Kovács, whose work for America's top magazines reveals his Eastern-European approach to retro and pop art.
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Cities move to the beat of world music – meet the people behind Budapest Ritmo and Ritmo Picnic
Meet the people behind Budapest Ritmo and Ritmo Picnic, two major world-music festivals taking place across Hungary as part of Bartók Spring International Arts Weeks.
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A festival of real encounters – all you need to know about Bartók Spring
Bartók Spring showcases top artistic talent in many fields, in prestigious venues across Budapest, as well as in Miskolc, Debrecen and Győr. We meet its Operating Director, Janina Szomolányi.
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Writing his own story – we interview painter Gergely Gyuricza
Art therapy helped painter Gyuricza find his creative self and produce original, non-abstract pop art currently being exhibited in galleries abroad. We speak with the artist to see how it all evolved.