Explore Budapest’s Margaret Island
The historic water tower on Margaret Island As is well known, the Hungarian capital city is the convergence of two formerly separate cities on the east and west banks of the River Danube. To get at the...
View ArticleOpen-air outings in Budapest
One of the statues at Memento Park in Budapest - photo courtesy of Ferran Cornellà via Wikimedia Commons Like many other cities in the region, the capital of Hungary is decidedly lacking in...
View ArticleClassical Music in Budapest
Inside the State Opera House in Budapest - photo courtesy of reenoreluv via Flickr Classical music is widely and expertly presented throughout Europe, but there are few better places than Budapest for...
View ArticleBest Views of Budapest
Fisherman's Bastion Beautiful views of the Buda Hills, Pest and the Danube River are easily accessible from various locations in and around the city of Budapest. The following are a few of the best...
View ArticleBudapest’s Best Bridges
Many bridges in Budapest light up at night. Including rail bridges, Budapest boasts a total of 10 structures spanning the historic stretch of the River Danube. Whether you take an organized tour, rent...
View ArticleWine Tasting in and Around Budapest
Wine tasting in Budapest There aren’t any noteworthy vineyards in Budapest, but there are plenty of opportunities to sample domestic and foreign wines at a number fantastic locations. The following are...
View ArticleThe Best Spas in Budapest
Budapest is justly famous for its thermal baths. What better way to revitalize after a hard day’s sightseeing than in the bubbling waters of one of the city’s famous thermals baths? In all there are...
View ArticleExploring Jewish Cuisine and Culture in Budapest
I have a philosophy about food tours. You should never leave hungry in belly or in mind. Behind every great dish, there should be more than just flavor, there should also be a story. With the Small...
View ArticleCelebrating St Stephen’s Day in Budapest
Celebrating St Stephen’s Day with fireworks in Budapest. August 20 is a national holiday in Hungary to celebrate the life of its patron saint and founding father. Celebrating St Stephen’s Day in...
View ArticleThe Definitive Foodie Guide to Budapest
Budapest is packed with restaurants and bars Budapest was once the glittering Paris of Central Europe. After throwing off the doldrums of the 20th century, the city is now experiencing a renaissance,...
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