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Destination Practicalities
5 of the best neighborhoods in Budapest
Apr 4, 2023 • 6 Min read
Get to know Budapest's distinct neighborhoods with this guide to the best districts for tourists.
Beaches
8 amazing places to travel with friends
Mar 28, 2023 • 7 Min read
From wine tastings to wilderness adventures and wild nights out, these are the best places in the world to travel with friends.
Public Transport
Top tips for getting around Budapest (on both sides of the river)
Mar 28, 2023 • 7 Min read
Thanks to plentiful buses, boats, trams and metro trains, getting around Budapest is easy. Here are the best ways to navigate the Hungarian capital.
LGBTQIA+
21 things only Budapest locals know (that you really should know, too)
Feb 26, 2023 • 8 Min read
Pronounce “é” correctly. It's the difference between toasting "good health" and toasting "your whole ass." Plus 20 more hints and cheats.
Activities
13 of the best things to do in Budapest
Jan 28, 2023 • 7 Min read
From thermal spas to incredible nightlife, Budapest is filled amazing experiences. Here are the very best.
Public Transport
6 of the best day trips from Budapest
Jan 24, 2023 • 7 Min read
Go beyond the capital and see what else Hungary has to offer on these top day trips from Budapest.
Activities
The top 14 free things to do in Budapest
Jan 23, 2023 • 7 Min read
You can see Hungary's capital city on a budget with these experiences that won't cost a single forint.
Festivals & Events
The best times to visit Budapest
Jan 15, 2023 • 7 Min read
With scorching hot summers and frosty winters, Budapest shows a different face with each changing season. Here are the best times to visit.
Art
Where to see Budapest’s best street art
Jul 22, 2022 • 7 Min read
Budapest is brimming with splendid street art, especially in the historic Jewish Quarter in District VII. Here’s our guide to the Hungarian capital’s best…
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