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Welcome W We e elc lc l co om me to o Budapest! Bud udap apes st! t!

Budapest is the largest and most exciting metropolis in Central-Eastern Europe. It receives more than four million visitors a year, and is one of the ten most popular publication reveals why. Budapest Guide helps you nd the most beautiful sights and discover where and how to relax, shop and have fun. I hope you nd the Guide useful and enjoy your time in Hungarys capital, which celebrates the 140 th anniversary of its unication this year.

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Budapest is the city of cultural diversity, festivals and thermal waters! Besides its unparalleled beauty, it is best known for its built heritage witnessing several thousand years of history, for its medicinal and thermal waters and for the fantastic Danube panorama. However, the modern districts, alternative pubs and Sziget Festival are all equally integral parts of this exciting, dynamic capital city.

The city can be crossed by public transport on land, on water and even beneath the earth, travelling on, for instance, the continents very first underground railway. No other capital in the world operates so many different forms of public transport, from the metro through trolley buses to a cogwheel railway. Tram No. 2, ranked one of the most attractive transport routes in the world by National Geographic, takes the traveller past sights such as the second largest Parliament building in Europe, the headquarters of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Chain Bridge. On the way there are magnificent views of major tourist attractions set in the hilly Buda side: Buda Castle with Matthias Church, Fishermens Bastion and the Royal Palace, as well as the Citadel atop Gellrt Hill. In the meantime the Danube panorama, a Unesco World Heritage site, flashes by. At the end of the journey one can buy Hungaricum (classically Hungarian) food in what CNN has declared to be the most beautiful market hall in Europe. The city is home to historical monuments dating back several thousand years. Roman-period remains are located in Aquincum, while medieval Turkish baths can be enjoyed today in all their original glory. Gothic, Baroque, Renaissance and Art Nouveau built heritages are all waiting to be discovered. Beyond the fascinating permanent and temporary exhibitions of European standing arranged at the Museum of Fine Arts, the National Gallery, the National Museum and the Ethnographical Museum, Budapests wealth of museums and galleries offers virtually everything from transport collections to military history, from ancient times to the modern age.

Two of the best known churches in the city, St. Stephens Basilica and Matthias Church, are not only remarkable for their scale and beauty but they are also focuses of the Catholic faith. The Inner City Parish Church by the Danube, which according to legend was shifted from its site during the construction of the bridge, the Church of St. Michael on Vci Street, famed for its concerts, or the popular wedding venue of the Church of St. Anne are all sights that should not be missed out. Budapest not only has a great Christian heritage but a remarkable Jewish culture, too; in fact, the largest functioning synagogue in Europe is located in Budapest, and it regularly hosts concerts and a festival. This fabulous city is hallmarked by a thriving cultural life. International music celebrities are on stage at the Palace of Arts virtually every day of the season, classical works have a permanent place in the Opera House, and the Budapest Spring Festival in March has signalled the opening of the cultural tourism season for the past 33 years. The range of venues continues to expand with the addition of, for instance, the brand-new Budapest Music Center and the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music, which reopens this autumn after extensive renovation. A Lonely Planet survey of readers found that Budapest boasts the worlds best bar: the A38 ship; furthermore, there are around 100 clubs, bars or pubs that run live music programmes each evening. We have put together a listing of those sights that one simply cannot omit on a stay here, but if you really want to get a full sense of the heartbeat of the city then it is worth following where the locals go in order to uncover even more exciting and hidden gems.

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Matthias Church (also known as the Church of Our Lady, or the Buda Castle Coronation Church) is located on Holy Trinity Square (Szenthromsg tr). It took on its current form (resembling its earlier, Gothic design) on the basis of the plans of Frigyes Schulek between 1874-1896. There has been a church on this site ever since the House of rpd. During the Ottoman occupation it functioned as a mosque. From the reigns of Bla IV to Charles IV, every king of Hungary had some kind of connection to the church; some built extensions to it and some were crowned here.

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Fishermens Bastion in the Buda Castle was similarly designed by Frigyes Schulek and was built on the site of the old city walls between 1895 and 1902 in neo-Romanesque style. The viewing terraces offer unparalleled views across Budapest. There is a lapidarium in St. Michaels Chapel under Fishermens Bastion.
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The Italian word citadel means fortress, and this was the original purpose of the building constructed by the Habsburgs in 1854. Today, the rondella is a popular lookout point since virtually the entire city can be viewed from the top of Gellrt Hill. The Citadel houses restaurants and a museum. The 40-m-high Statue of Liberty is topped by a woman holding aloft a palm branch, visible from nearly everywhere in Pest.
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This is the largest public collection presenting the past and present of fine arts in Hungary. It has operated as an independent institution since 1957. The Gallery moved to its present location, the former Royal Palace of Buda, in 1975. The permanent exhibitions provide a comprehensive picture of the history of Hungarian art from the founding of the state to the present, from the earliest Hungarian memories to contemporary works of art.
1014 Budapest, Szent Gyrgy tr 2., Budavri Palota A, B, C, D plet +36 (1) 201 90 82 | info@mng.hu 16, 16A, 116 www.mng.hu

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BUDAPEST HISTORY MUSEUM (CASTLE MUSEUM)

Castle Museum is located in the wing of the former Royal Palace facing Gellrt Hill. Visitors can explore the medieval palace halls, learn about the unique treasures, and stroll through the Renaissance garden from spring to autumn. The exhibitions document the key events and personalities in the history of Budapest as well as the daily life of the inhabitants of the city.
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MUSEUM OF MILITARY HISTORY

Located in an imposing building on the northwest corner of Buda Castle in the west wing of the neo-Classical, former Ndor army barracks (1847), which itself was transformed into a museum in 1926 the extensive collection traces the history of war in Hungary. The collection includes weapons and uniforms, flags, medals and maps. Statues and memorials are to be found in the attractive courtyard, while cannons guard the entrance to the museum.
1014 Budapest, Kapisztrn tr 24. +36 (1) 325 16 00 | webmaster@mail.militaria.hu www.militaria.hu
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Life-like waxwork figures, original furnishings and hospital equipment this is the facility located deep under Buda Castle Hill and classified top secret until 2002. Here we can experience events from the Second World War, the 1956 Revolution, the Cold War era, and in the latest exhibition area the lifesaving activities of specialized corps. Travel back in time on thrill-packed guided tours that depart every hour. (X) 1012 Budapest, Lovas t 4/c. + 36 (70) 701 0101 www.sziklakorhaz.eu

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SPY MUSEUM SPIES! DO OR DIE

SecretsWho did what, when, where and how? And above all: who knew about it? Now you can find out all you wanted to know but never dared to ask. This remarkable exhibition reveals the exciting history of espionage and the lives of numerous famous, or notorious, spies. A whole range of dramatic, original gadgets and equipment bring you close up to the routine of spies and secret agents, particularly those who operated in the First and Second World Wars as well as during the Cold War period. (X)

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1014 Budapest, Palota t 1. + 36 (70) 700 7008 | www.kemmuzeum.hu

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INVISIBLE EXHIBITION AT MILLENRIS

The Invisible Exhibition is a unique, interactive journey into the world of the blind, where in total darkness you have to find your way using touch, sounds and scent only. An hour-long adventure in complete darkness, accompanied by a blind guide.
1024 Budapest, Kis Rkus u. 1620. Millenris B plet +36 (20) 771 42 36 info@lathatatlan.hu www.lathatatlan.hu

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NATIONAL DANCE THEATRE

The first permanent theatre of the city, Castle Theatre at Buda Castle, celebrated its 225th anniversary in 2012. As of 2001, this historical building is the home of the National Dance Theatre, which is dedicated to presenting all forms of domestic and international dance art from folklore to classical ballet and modern dance. Dance-related exhibitions are staged in the galleries.
1014 Budapest, Sznhz u. 13. +36 (1) 201 44 07 | info@tancszinhaz.hu www.tancszinhaz.hu

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HUNGARIAN HERITAGE HOUSE

This national institution preserving and promoting Hungarian folk traditions comprises three units: the Hungarian State Folk Ensemble, the Lszl Lajtha Folklore Documentation Center and the Applied Folk Arts Department. Hungarian Heritage House welcomes all those interested in authentic folk music concerts, dance house for adults and children, folk dance performances and dance theatre productions based on folklore.
1011 Budapest, Corvin tr 8. +36 (1) 225 60 00 | hhinfo@hagyomanyokhaza.hu www.hagyomanyokhaza.hu

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Every 30 December is the day of the MUSIC-WINE Festival, the grandiose concert of the totally unique Budapest Gypsy Symphony Orchestra in the Budapest Congress Center. A folklore show and wine tasting before the concert allow the audience to learn about folk traditions and sample the finest wines of Hungary. Guests seated on the ground floor can take in the concert while enjoying a pleasant dinner. (X)
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The 10-hectare Archaeological Park and exhibitions of the museum reveal the Roman past of Budapest. The world-famous Aquincum water organ and relics of the governors palace are showcased in a separate exhibition. The virtual experience space, the mythological playground and house furnished according to Roman design are the latest exciting tourist attractions.
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GL BABAS TOMB AND ROSE GARDEN

The tomb (trbe) of Gl Baba, a 16th century Turkish dervish poet, is the northernmost site of Islamic pilgrimage, and the only Muslim holy site in Christian Europe. According to legend, the dervish is said to have introduced roses to Hungary, hence the beautiful rose garden surrounding his tomb.
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The shaded pathways and playground of buda (more commonly known as Shipyard) Island are a great place for families and kids, while adults will enjoy the upmarket clubs here. In mid-August, for one whole week the island turns into the venue of one of the greatest European music festivals, Sziget.

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See huge sharks, stingrays, alligators, marmosets leaping around, exotic birds, snakes, insects, reptiles, and hundreds of colourful freshwater and sea fish at Tropicarium. Witness the awesome sharks feeding time on Thursdays, at 3 pm. (X)
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CSOPA is the first interactive science exhibition in Hungary, which offers all ages the experience of learning while playing. More than 100 exciting devices over 1500 sqm and mind-blowing presentations every two hours introduce us to the wonderful world of physics. A packed day of fun for the whole family. (X)
1222 Budapest, Nagyttnyi t 37-43. +36 (1) 814 80 50 +36 (30) 210 55 69 | info@csopa.hu www.csodakpalotaja.hu
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The artificial lake in the leisure park located south of Rkczi Bridge is great for kayaking and canoeing, and the green oasis around the water hides many restaurants, bars and clubs. Ideal for a romantic stroll, a bike tour or a picnic, it is also the perfect spot for families.

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The biggest statues and the darkest ghosts of the communist dictatorship. Soviet model made gigantic sculptures from the Cold War, from behind the Iron Curtain. Gigantism, waving comrades, Stalins boots, and the Red Army soldiers. The barrackdocumentary explains the political secret service. Vintage gift shop and Trabant. The Memento Park is one of the most unique tourist attractions in Budapest, and also it has great photo opportunities.

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From Dek tr (Metro No 1, 2,3) in the city centre every day at 11 a.m. (return at 1 p.m.) Departure from the bus stop bearing a Memento Park timetable. Tickets: 4900 HUF /pers (with Budapest Card 3900 HUF /pers, with ISIC student card: 3500HUF /pers) including the return fare and admission to Memento Park. Tickets can be purchased on the bus.

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Open every day from 10 a.m. till sunset. Public transport connection from jbuda Kzpont (corner of Bocskai t - Fehrvri t; Allee Shopping Center, tram No 4, 18, 41, 47) by bus No 150 to Memento Park stop. Departing every 20 minutes (30 minutes at the weekend). 1223 Budapest, Balatoni t Szabadkai utca Tel.: +36 (1) 424 75 00 | www.mementopark.hu
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The building, which has been awarded the FIABCI Prix dExcellence for architecture, is home to the Bla Bartk National Concert Hall, the Festival Theatre and the Ludwig Museum of Contemporary Art. The Palace of Arts (Mpa) hosts international and Hungarian stars of classical, pop and world music, jazz and dance. The museum has both permanent and temporary exhibitions. 1095 Budapest,Komor Marcell u. 1. +36 (1) 555 30 01, +36 (1) 555 30 02 | info@mupa.hu | mupa.hu +36 (1) 555 34 44 | info@ ludwig muzeum.hu | www.ludwigmuzem.hu

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This unique combination of classical elements with modern architectural solutions arranged into a prow-like form is a magnificent sight, day and night. And there are plenty of things to do before and after the evening performances: climbing up the spiral tower, wandering the maze or strolling through the statue park of legendary Hungarian actors in the theatre grounds.

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HUNGARIAN NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

A two-ton whale skeleton greets visitors in the building of the former Ludovika Military Academy. Geology and natural history enthusiasts and families are particularly recommended to see the collection of the Hungarian Natural History Museum, one of the most comprehensive in the world. The interactive exhibitions are a fun way of learning about the animal kingdom, the world of minerals, palaeontology and anthropology. 1083 Budapest, Ludovika tr 26. +36 (1) 210 10 85 | mtminfo@mttm.hu www.mttm.hu

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The 17,745 sqm neo-Gothic Parliament (built to the designs of Imre Steindl between 1885-1904) is the largest administrative building in the country and the second largest parliament in Europe. The symbol of Hungarian statehood, the Holy Crown and the royal regalia, are exhibited under the central dome of the building. This visionary synthesis of Hungarian architecture with its lavish gilded stucco, 242 statues, broad staircases, frescoes and paintings, is not only home to the National Assembly of Hungary but it is also a popular tourist attraction, which can be visited by anyone by prior arrangement and after undergoing a security check.

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This covered, multi-storey market decorated with Zsolnay tiles is a favourite with locals, and is the most beautiful market hall in Europe according to CNN. The selection ranges from fresh vegetables, fruit, meat and dairy products to gifts as well as special spices and ingredients. There is also a restaurant, and if you get tired after wandering around the stalls, take a few minutes out at the row of typical buffets upstairs, where you can sample Hungarian lngos and other solid market fare. 1093Budapest, Fvm tr 13. +36 (1) 366 33 00 www.csapi.hu
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The second tallest building in Budapest is not only much visited for its beauty but also because the mummified right hand of the founding king of Hungary, Saint Stephen, is preserved in a reliquary in the Holy Right Chapel. Built originally to the designs of Jzsef Hild between 1851-1905, the Basilica has a lookout platform at 65 metres offering a breathtaking panorama over the city. The area around the Basilica is rated as a culinary hub with excellent restaurants, ice cream parlours, wine bars and souvenir shops.

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3,500,000 art objects, finds from a period stretching over 400,000 years and the nations history of 1000 years. The countrys premier museum boasts many world-famous exhibits, such as the Byzantine crown of Monomachos, the bodice of Queen Elisabeth (Sisi), the Hungarian Coronation Mantle and the Nobel Prize of Albert Szentgyrgyi. Permanent exhibitions: The History of Hungary from the Foundation of the State to 1990; Archaeology from Prehistory to the Fall of the Avar Empire. It is generally considered that the 1848 War of Independence was launched from the steps of the museum, and this moment is celebrated each 15 March.

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MUSEUM OF ETHNOGRAPHY
The Chariot of Victory drawn by three horses depicted on the facade of the former Ministry of Justice is driven by the guiding spirit of the Enlightenment. In the interior of the museum splendid staircases and marble columns, frescoes and gilded ornamentation adorn the home of 200,000 works of folk art, historical photographs, folk song recordings, films and videos of Hungarian and international ethnography.
1055 BudapestKossuth Lajos tr 12. +36 (1) 473 24 00 | info@neprajz.hu www.neprajz.hu
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MUSEUM OF APPLIED ARTS

Founded in 1872, Budapests Museum of Applied Arts was the third such institution to be opened in Europe, after London and Vienna. From its earliest days, the museum collected applied art from both Hungary and abroad, historical and contemporary objects alike, and its treasures now include splendid works of art from the collection of one of the wealthiest aristocratic Hungarian families, the Esterhzys.
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DOHNY STREET SYNAGOGUE

Europes largest functioning synagogue in Dohny Street was built between 1855 and 1859, to the plans of Frigyes Fessl and Ludwig Frster. Situated at what were the gates of the old Jewish quarter, it was part of the Budapest ghetto during World War II. The complex also includes the Jewish Museum, whose rich Judaica collection is renowned throughout Europe.
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URANIA NATIONAL CINEMA PALACE

This charming, 110-year-old historic building in the city centre, equipped with the latest digital projection technology, is the second home of cinema-lovers. Besides film festivals and premier screenings the cinema also hosts opera (for instance, Metropolitan Opera), ballet and theatre broadcasts. (X)
1088 Budapest,Rkczi t 21. +36 (1) 486 34 00 www.urania-nf.hu

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MURDER
The chilling deeds of the last few centuries most notorious serial killers are retold in an interactive exhibition showcasing brutality and human evil with technical solutions not seen before in Hungary. Explore the pathological minds and glimpse the dreadful deeds of such killers as Jack the Ripper, Vlad the Impaler (Dracula) and Erzsbet Bthory. (X)
1051Budapest, Vrsmarty tr 1. +36 (30)481 13 94 info@murder.hu www.murder.hu

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One of the most important historical buildings in the city, the Opera House is the premier institution of Hungarian opera performance, which boasts a history of 300years. Its international prestige was established by Gustav Mahler, whose appointment in 1888 as director ushered in the institutions golden age. It also ranks as a bastion of ballet thanks to the Hungarian National Ballet who are based here. There are foreign language guided tours of the Opera House every day at 3 pm and 4 pm.

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The House of Terror Museum, which opened in 2002, serves as a unique reminder of the half a century that preceded the political transition of 1989. It stands as a fitting tribute to those who suffered under either of the two terror regimes that afflicted Hungary.
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The museum of traveller, art collector, philanthropist and photographer Ferenc Hopp takes you on an adventurous journey. The Hopp Museum holds more than 20,000 exhibits related to the cultures of India, Korea, Vietnam, Indonesia and the Islamic world. It also has two large collections of Chinese and Japanese objects and regularly hosts lectures and world music concerts. 1062 Budapest, Andrssy t 103. +36 (1) 322 84 76 | info@imm.hu www.imm.hu

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Opened nearly 150 years ago, Budapest Zoo has one of the richest collections in Europe. A thousand animal species, including Asha the baby elephant and the quadruplet Asian tiger cubs, Musical Zoo evenings and the exciting programmes on Enchanted Mountain guarantee pleasurable entertainment for all the family.
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This striking fairytale castle housing the Museum of Agriculture showcases elements of major architectural periods from Romanesque to Baroque. Beyond the history of agriculture, the museum also displays a collection of hunting trophies and hunting weapons. The Millennium historical grouping displays copies of the finest of Hungarian architecture in miniature.
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The Museum of Fine Arts, home to Hungarys largest collection of fine art, overlooks Heroes Square. Opened 100 years ago, it offers a comprehensive overview of the development of European painting and sculpture, from the beginnings to the present day. Today it is the countrys most visited museum thanks in large part to important temporary exhibitions it has staged (for instance, Czanne and Van Gogh).
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KUNSTHALLE (ART HALL)

Standing opposite the Museum of Fine Arts, the Kunsthalle is one of the largest centres of contemporary art in the country. Leading contemporary artists from Hungary and abroad present solo and group shows over an exhibition floor space of 2,300 sqm.

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One of Europes oldest museums of transport history, the collection includes more than 20,000 exhibits, including veteran cars, motorbikes, trains, trams and models. The Aerospace Exhibit, open on summer weekends, is located in a separate building. The exhibition continues outside: locomotives, carriages, engines and bridge elements all serve to draw visitors in.

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A stroll through the centre of Budapest at midday will soon reveal, on shaded terraces, in restaurants, on the check tablecloths of inns, chop houses, at buffets, through the windows of butchers or under the arcades of Gozsdu Courtyard, just what is consumed by the huge appetite of a hungry city.

The glorious creations of Michelin starred and Gault et Millau-classified restaurants, fusion cuisine now also popular in Hungary in the wake of the Western culinary movements, and the international standard masterworks of bistro cooking are all made from fresh, traditional ingredients sourced locally: Hungarian Grey beef, Mangalica pork, goats cheese, legendary tasty Hungarian fruit and vegetables. There is a culinary revolution afoot in Hungary at this very moment. Slowly, the 20th century is coming to an end in kitchens and restaurants, creativity, quality, beauty and open-mindedness are winning ground, and in the meantime a respect for seasonality and the revised presentation of traditional, local tastes are becoming increasingly important. Hungarian dishes can be sampled in restaurants, even those that recall the flavours, settings and milieu of the 1970s and 80s, and several places still serve the very finest of Jewish cooking. Soup and pasta bars representing both Hungarian and international cuisine, and staffed by skilled chefs, reinforce the street-front dining culture. For the most honest, freshest lngos (fried dough), doughnuts, sweet chimney cake and local cheese check out the markets in town, while the local butchers shop is a great place for a stand-up bite to eat with baked sausage, blood pudding or liverwurst on the menu. One will come across delicious strudels, Zserb cake,

Rkczi cottage cheese cake, Soml dumplings, pies, Tokaj wine and plinka (fruit brandy) desserts in every downtown confectionery, but strudel and chocolate shops also serve up mouth-watering experiences. Wine and plinka makers in Hungary can still play with the variations of sweet and tart because the country continues to enjoy four distinct seasons, something that is not the case in an increasing number of places. Hungarian wines have entered the international market and quite a few have won medals in Bordeaux. There are great wines that you simply must try here: Villny, Szekszrd, Sopron, world famous Tokaj, Soml, Eger (the well known Eger Bulls Blood or its white counterpart, Eger Star), produce from the Balaton Uplands and Mtra. It is also worth trying out the A-Z of spritzers composed from quality Hungarian wines. There is another bylaw it is necessary to comply with when in Hungary: sampling our pure, fresh, superb plinkas (fruit brandy) made from authentic local fruits or even special vegetable spirits, among them many prize-winners at the Destillata world championship of brandies and liqueurs. Ever more restaurants are proud to chalk up on their boards: Hungarian artisan beers available here; beverages from the 47 family-run Hungarian breweries are excellent, and of course quite a few are international medal holders.

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GERBEAUD CAF
Legendary Gerbeaud is a sweet spot in the heart of Budapest. It has been treating its guests to unique and extraordinary cakes since 1858. The years and centuries may fly by, but the sweet island of Gerbeaud has always meant a luxurious journey into the world of flavours in all ages, for all ages. Enjoy remarkable culinary moments tasting cakes, foie gras, coffee or hot chocolate at a round marble-top table in an elegant setting. The selection combines tradition with constant renewal, since that is one of the secrets of unbroken popularity. (X) 1051 Budapest, Vrsmarty tr 78. + 36 (1) 429 9000 | gerbeaud@gerbeaud.hu www.gerbeaud.hu
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ONYX RESTAURANT
Since it opened in 2007, Onyx Restaurant has been committed to quality and progress. A mainly home-trained team staff the Hungarian-owned restaurant, where the emphasis is on local, high-quality ingredients and a matching Hungarian wine selection. Chefs Szabina Szull and Tams Szll take you on a culinary journey showcasing renewed Hungarian cuisine and international flavours. Their rating in the Gault et Millau restaurant guide and the Michelin star they won in 2011 prove that they are on the right track. (X) 1051 Budapest, Vrsmarty tr 78. + 36 (30) 508 0622 | onyx@onyxrestaurant.hu www.onyxrestaurant.hu
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Bistro is the latest addition to Gerbeaud House. With its youthful vibe and classic elegance, it is an ideal venue for enjoying wine or cocktails with your friends, business lunches or family dinners. Szabina Szulls bistro menu features classic Hungarian dishes, such as goulash soup or foie gras, but the half-meter white sausage prepared by their butcher accompanied with a glass of the bubbly house beer is also an excellent choice. (X)
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BUDAPEST IN NUMBERS
525 km2 1.8 million inhabitants 23 administrative districts Buda: hilly, Pest: flat, divided by the River Danube 9 bridges, 3 islands

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Official language: Hungarian; most commonly spoken foreign languages: English, German EU tip: Hungary has been a member of the EU since 2004, and it is also the easternmost border of the Schengen Area Official currency: Hungarian Forint (HUF) current exchange rates: www.mnb.hu Money exchange tip: Dont change your money on the street or with strangers. Only use authorized currency exchange offices and ask for a receipt! Telephone: +36 (for Hungary) 1 (for Budapest) 7-digit telephone numbers, e.g. landlines: +36 1 111 11 11; mobile: +36 20/30/70 111 11 11; regional: +36 34 111 111 Weather: 4 seasons, hottest months: JulyAugust 2540 C; coldest: DecJan -4 -15 C Time zone: GMT + 1 hour, summer time (March-Oct.) GMT + 2 hours National holidays and bank holidays: Sundays and 1 January, 15 March, Easter Monday, 1 May, Whitsun Monday, 20 August, 23 October, 1 November, 25-26 December Opening times: offices: Mon-Fri 8 am 4 pm, banks: Mon-Thu 8 am - 5 pm and Fri 8 am 2 pm, central post office: VI district, Terz krt. 51. (Tram Nos. 4, 6, Pest) Mon-Fri 7 am 8 pm and Sat. 7 am 6 pm, shops: Mon-Fri 10 am 6 pm and Sat-Sun 10 am 2 pm Shopping tip: Boutiques and shopping streets also stay open late on Saturday, but close early on Sunday afternoons or do not open at all. Therefore, we recommend visiting shopping centres on Sundays, usually open Mon-Sat 10 am 9 pm and Sun 10 am 6 pm.

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Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport by public transport: bus No. 200 to KKI terminal, then metro line M3 by train: by bus to the nearby railway station, then by train to Nyugati Railway Station Ftaxi: the official taxi service of the airport. Buy your ticket in advance at the airport counter. Airport shuttle minibus service: buy your ticket in advance at the airport counter. Car rental: Sixt Rent-a-Car www.sixt.hu Railway stations Nyugati +36 (1) 349 01 15 (M3 PestCity Centre) Keleti +36 (1) 313 68 35 (M2 Pest) Dli +36 (1) 355 86 57 (M2 Buda) Tip: Non-stop information: +36 (1) 371 94 49 (MV railway company) www.mav.hu; www.elvira.hu Coach terminals Npliget +36 (1) 219 80 30 (M3 Pest) Stadionok +36 (1) 220 62 27 (M2 Pest) rpd-hd +36 (1) 412 25 97 (M3 Pest) Tip: Information: +36 1 382 08 88 (VOLN coach company) www.volanbusz.hu International boat station: www.mahartpassnave.hu | +36 (1) 484 40 13 Motorways Compulsory fee on motorways M1, M3, M5, M6, M7. Electronic vignettes (e-matrica) can be purchased at larger petrol stations. The highway code based on the Vienna and Geneva Convention on Road Traffic Regulation applies to Hungary, similarly to most European cities. www.autopalya.hu | +36 (1) 345 17 77, road emergencies: 188, Auto Club Assistance: +36 (1) 345 18 00

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Hungarian Restaurant and Carvery Wine bar, pub, terrace, bistro, restaurant and carvery in Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest. S is not about conforming to traditional dining customs. The menu features snacks for sharing, typical dishes of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and grilled meats. All this complemented by an exciting wine and craft beer selection. (X)
1051 Budapest Dek Ferenc utca 12. info@esbisztro.hu | www.esbisztro.hu www.facebook.com/ESBISZTRO
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FUJI JAPANESE RESTAURANT

Traditional Japanese flavours in the heart of Rzsadomb. Cooked and raw delicacies, new, surprising and intensive combinations of flavours. Fuji Restaurant greets flavour hunters with sashimi, sushi, tempura, teppanyaki, miso, Fuji Bento and over 200 Japanese specialities in authentic Tatami rooms and on the green terrace. (X)
1025 Budapest, Csatrka t 54. + 36 (1) 325 7111 www.fujirestaurant.hu

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SZAMOS GOURMET HOUSE

Confectionery, coffeehouse and chocolatier on Vrsmarty Square, where Szamos allows a glimpse into the art of making pralines by hand. Visitors can study the skills of bonbon creation at Chocolate School courses. Guests are served a menu that changes daily. (X)
1052 Budapest, Dek Ferenc utca 5. + 36 (30) 570 5973 www.csokoladeiskola.hu www.szamosmarcipan.hu
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MIX CLUB, BAR, RESTAURANT

The exclusive interior with a Western European feel offers guests a wide range of opportunities. At lunchtime they await you with a weekly-changing 3-course midday menu (for HUF 1500) on our sunny terrace, and in the evening we arrange various regular or one-off programmes. At night, the clubs awesome parties provide for your weekend entertainment. (X)
1062 Budapest, Terz krt 5557. (Eiffel tr) +36 (70) 466 4691 | reservation@mix3.hu www.mix3.hu
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RUSTICO
A traditional Hungarian restaurant in the centre of Budapest

Rustico Restaurant is a must-see for lovers of Hungarian traditions. It offers an unequalled collection of folk art on the walls, a full range of the eternal classics from traditional Hungarian cuisine, and authentic flavours from fresh local ingredients. The wide choice of wines are carefully selected from the wine regions of Hungary. Every evening the Salasovics Gypsy Band play. (X)
1056 Budapest, Vci utca 71. + 36 (1) 327 0075 | www.rustico.hu
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LE BISTRO
The restaurant on Kopaszi Dam has seating for 240 together with two enormous terraces, a delightful interior venue and regularly changing menu. There are evening music programmes from Wednesday to Saturday, making the pleasant summer dinner an unforgettable experience. Whether for a wedding, birthday, hen night or stag party, Le Bistro is the ideal choice for all the family. (X)
1117 Budapest, Kopaszi gt 4. www.lebistro.hu www.facebook.com/lebistro.hu

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TSKARDI ESPRESSO
Next to the church and Seminary on Egyetem Square theres a 1960s retro venue in the form of Tskardi Espresso/Bar/Bistro. Original Hungarian cult furniture, objects, photos and games take you back to the past in the blink of an eye. The homely flavours of traditional Hungarian cuisine are revived to modern quality standards, and home-made iced teas, lemonades, excellent Hungarian wines and beers are guaranteed to quench your thirst. (X)
1053 Budapest, Papnvelde utca 8. + 36 (1) 266 0413 www.taskaradioeszpresszo.hu

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CAF JUBILEE
for breakfast, lunch, dinner and parties Caf Jubilee is a place with a unique 1920s French caf atmosphere. It has an air-conditioned interior plus an outside terrace. The menu will entice fans of both Hungarian and Mediterranean cuisine. Dont miss the concerts on Friday and Saturday evening! (X) Show Budapest Guide and you will receive a 10% discount.
1055 Budapest, Szent Istvn krt. 13. + 36 (1) 789 3357 www.cafejubilee.hu
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VAKVARJ RESTAURANT
A must-try! Vakvarj offers you the tastiest masterpieces of Hungarian cuisine with a modern-day twist. Their speciality is fried bread dough (kenyrlngos), a simple yet delicious traditional Hungarian dish. They look forward to greeting you with an intimate milieu, kids corner and live piano music in the evening, every day in central Budapest. If you feel more at home here than at your own home, then theyve accomplished their goal! (X)
1061 Budapest, Paulay Ede utca 7. + 36 (1) 268 0888 | www.vakvarju.com
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NOBU
The meeting point of Hollywood stars in Budapest Yellowtail sashimi with jalapeno peppers, shrimp tempura with spicy cream sauce, or the famous grilled Alaskan black cod with miso these are just a few of the well-known dishes of the w restaurant empire. The Japanese high cuisine restaurant is located in the heart of the city, in Hotel Kempinski. Nobu is a popular destination with celebrities staying in Budapest, so why not meet them while sampling the restaurants iconic dishes? (X)
1051 Budapest, Erzsbet tr 78. www.noburestaurants.com/budapest
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TRATTORIA TOSCANA
- authentic Tuscan cuisine in the heart of Budapest for 12 years. Pop in and taste our Chef's offer or choose from our menu which contains 117 dishes.
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A38 SHIP
The Worlds Greatest Bar according to readers of Lonely Planet and Electronic Beats Converted from a former Ukrainian barge, A38 is a cool and stylish panorama restaurant with modern Hungarian bistro cuisine and daily offers. One of the most scenic restaurants in Budapest, complete with a concert hall, music club, terraces and public boat transport stop over the Danube. (X)
1117 Budapest, Petfi hd budai hdf + 36 (1) 464 3940 | www.a38.hu
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H-1056 Budapest, Belgrd rkp. 13. Phone: +36-1 327 0045 www.toscana.hu

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TRATTORIA LA COPPOLA
United Tastes of Sicily Everyone who steps onto the island of Sicily leaves bearing the memory of a lifetime. Tasting the best of Sicilian cuisine - fresh fish from the sea, fruits and vegetables mellowed under the sun, sipping the noble wines in the shadow of colourful bougainvilleas, oleanders and hundred-year-old olive trees these are unforgettable experiences. This is what they have brought to you in Budapest: Baciamo le mani! (X)
1056 Budapest, Krolyi Mihly utca 19. www.lacoppola.hu 5, 7, 7E, 8, 112, 173,
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Shopping
Budapest fashion, art, design and markets

There is no end to the number of one-offs and special gear that can be bought in Budapest. In short, it is a great shopping city. The art market in Gozsdu courtyard is known the world over. Towards the end of the week the place is taken over by antique dealers, book sellers, artisans, jewellers, designers and street theatre players.

Not far from here, on Erzsbet Square, there is another art market, WAMP, which sets up shop at the weekend to parade the wares of the best known young fashion designers and applied artists: clothes, shoes, bags, jewellery, recycled objects, furniture. There are also representatives of the Hungarian gastro-world: producers and gastro-bloggers. Honey, jam, chutney and spices are all for sale, not to mention the many different snacks that can be tasted. Just a short walk away, Kirly Street is often simply termed design street: it is worth going here for fashion items, shoes, jewellery and interior design. Nonetheless, the downtown is packed with tiny fashion houses, all selling one-off or limited series items. Vrsmarty Square market, which tempts in shoppers with its winter and spring fairs and pavilions set up for Book Week, is one of the shopping and pedestrian venues recognized internationally. These seasonal fairs offer everything from felt hats to embroidered blouses from Kalocsa, from fine plinka fruit brandy to ceramic cookware. And if something vital is still missing, there are plenty of gourmet outlets in Pest and Buda, with a range

of selected, reliable products, whether spices or preserved produce from distant shores, or a source of superb quality Hungaricum products. Plinka and wine are best sought in specialist shops where there is often the chance to taste before buying. Then, if you should be hankering for a genuinely special milieu and delicacies, there are always the alternative pubs in which, on certain days, local smallholders turn up with the very best produce from Brzsny, Pilis, Naszly and surroundings: milk, sour cream, cheese, sausage, ham, pesto, jam, fruit juices, snacks, compote, pickled vegetables, fresh fruit and vegetables, herbs and even seedlings. There are producer markets of differing sizes in all districts, fine market halls such as Vmhz Boulevard market, and also more intimate locations holding out a surprise in every corner e.g. Hold Street market. For those who seek, rather, valuable antiques, or maybe quirky objects and even cheap and cheerful bargain knick-knacks, and wish to breath in the air of the past, there is only one place in town: Ecseri Street flea market. Legends abound about people who found here what they had sought over a lifetime.

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NEROLI LUXURY PERFUMERY

Cult, underground & luxury NEROLI aims to present the legendary perfume specialties of exclusive perfume houses to Hungary. For instance, Amouage, often cited as the most expensive perfume in the world, is available here, as well as CREED, the favourite of European royal families and American First Ladies. These perfume rarities are available for everyone in the NEROLI store on Rgiposta Street in central Budapest. (X)
1052 Budapest, Rgiposta u. 19. www.neroli.hu
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WAMP
For the past near seven years WAMP has been the virtually compulsory weekend place of pilgrimage for a public hungry for the hottest, the very freshest designer objects. Browsers can meet up with young applied artists and designers whose works represent an attractive alternative to the somewhat uniform shop offer and clichd souvenirs. Enthusiasts of quality gift objects and design art will find nearly 100 creators gathered close to Erzsbet Square in the heart of Budapest right up until the middle of September. For dates and further information: www.wamp.hu (X)

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GOUBA GOZSDU BAZAAR

Gozsdu Bazaar arranged every Sunday placed Budapest on the worlds art markets map: every weekend the six courtyards of the long passage between Kirly Street and Dob Street fill up with stalls of antique dealers, book sellers, artists and designers. While looking for the perfect gift, enjoy the street theatre shows and ad hoc concerts. (X)
1061 Budapest, Kirly utca 13. s Dob u. 16. kztt (Gozsdu-udvar) 47, gozsdumarket@gmail.com 9, 15, 49 109, 115 www.gouba.hu

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Pest is worth at least one evening

The composer of this old melody really meant that it was worth being out in Pest or Buda every evening. The best wines and plinkas from the Carpathian Basin can be sampled in elegant wine bars. DiVino, Egykett frccsliget, Kadarka in Pest, Boryou, Szalonspicc in Buda not only serve famed Hungarian numbers but also the nectar from the worlds top wine regions.

Pest has two truly great wine restaurants (Borkonyha and Borbrsg) and a wine bistro (Bock Bistro) where the service matches the quality of the product. Alabrdos Restaurant in the Castle district brings traditional Hungarian cuisine to the table in the spirit of fine dining. Those visitors landing in Pest have a long list of bistros that can match or surpass their counterparts anywhere on the globe: Mk, LaciPecsenye, Pesti Diszn, Zna Bistro, Apacuka, Kt szerecsen caf and bistro, Baldasztis, Borss and Almrium. Tickets are available for classical opera and ballet performances in the Opera House, while the Palace of Arts lays on everything from classical music, contemporary music, folk music and world music performances to pop concerts. The programme of Millenris spans the gamut from classical to jazz by way of folk and world music. There are regular folk dance shows and dance house evenings in the Hungarian Heritage House and Fon, but one will also find folk dance, ballet and contemporary pieces being staged in the National Dance Theatre in the Castle. Traf is a premier centre for contemporary dance. The

National Theatre puts on classical and modern works; Madch Theatre and Operetta Theatre are renowned for musical presentations. There is no ignoring Akvrium and A38 ship* for those wishing to hear leading edge, quality, live pop-rock, world music, underground or jazz. Akvrium is a concert venue spreading out onto Erzsbet Square and includes a caf, vast terrace, benches, tiny buffets and plinka pavilion. A38** (at the foot of Petfi Bridge) has been transformed from a decommissioned Ukrainian stone barge to the foremost Budapest concert venue. If jazz is your thing, head straight for Budapest Jazz Club, Take5 or Columbus ship. The hottest Hungarian DJs are booked each weekend at Egykett frccsliget, Apacuka and Instant. For something that rates as really unusual, Cinetrip Sparty is a disco with laser show and artists... organized in a thermal bath. Finally, every evening the restaurants along Rmai Embankment ring to the sound of music, there are families out having fun, lovers, cyclists and rowers on the terraces, and rowing boats on the water.

*The worlds best bar according to a survey by Lonely Planet in 2012 **The best venue according to a survey by German online magazine ElectronicBeats

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MORRISONS 2
Searching for a club with full-house parties all round the week? Then Morrisons 2 is your place! Whichever music style youre into, youll surely find your favourite at the city centres biggest night spot, attracting young party people with its five different dance floors and daily beverage promotions. Morrisons 2 is always the number one place to meet from Monday to Sunday! (X)
1055 Budapest, Szent Istvn krt. 11. +36 (1) 374 3329 26, 91, 109, 190, 206, 234, 291 www.morrisons.hu/morrisons2
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MORRISONS OPERA
The atmospheric English-style pub is located in the heart of Budapest close to Andrssy Avenue and the Opera House. With its unique design and special features, for instance the vintage train passing above the central bar, it attracts a great number of locals and tourists, even over the age of 30. Discover a real friendly night spot in the perfect location! (X)
1065 Budapest, Rvay u. 25. +36 (1) 269 4060 www.morrisons.hu/opera
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LIGET
Are you up for an awesome party at a really fancy club? Then put on your best party gear and head to Morrisons Liget, one of Budapests biggest and hottest clubs, with five dance floors, twelve bars, big name DJs, world-class sound and lighting technology and a highly elegant VIP section - all this only a short cab ride away from the city centre! (X)
1101 Budapest, Npliget t 2. +36 (70) 527 5272 www.morrisonsliget.hu 103, 254E, 901, 914,
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INSTANT
The Enchanted Forest
Instant is two houses transformed into an enchanted forest, where youll feel at home any time of the day, regardless of the weather. Twenty-three rooms, six bars, two gardens, three dance floors, exhibitions, constant music, and a huge, breathtaking, absorbing installation create an otherworldly unity amidst the constantly shifting forest dwellers. Programmes every day until 6 am; admission free at all times! (X) 1065 Budapest, Nagymez utca 38. instant.co.hu www.facebook.com/instant.art.bar.wood
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FOGASHZ AND GARDEN

One of the biggest and liveliest venues in Budapests most happening district: a two storey party palace with huge dance floor, three bars, surprising nooks and crannies, a garden that is green and lush in summer and covered in winter, fantastic interior design plus exhibitions, theatre performances and film clubs. There is something happening every day at Fogashz, and programmes are free. (X)
1073 Budapest, Akcfa u. 51. + 36 (1) 783 8820 | www.fogashaz.hu www.facebook.com/fogashaz
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GDR CLUB
An underground club above ground, with a decade of history behind it. There are concerts and parties every night (except for Sundays) with incredibly low ticket prices. If you want to get closer to the artists of Budapest, head for Gdr. (X)
1061 Budapest, Kirly utca 810. (Central Passage) www.godorklub.hu www.facebook.com/godorklub
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BUDAPEST PLAYGROUNDS FOR ADULTS: ALTERNATIVE PUBS

STO E R I R A B I CLUB

Many come to Hungary specifically to experience the famous alternative pubs and retro-style garden scene that began flourishing in buildings marked for demolition and in empty plots from the end of the 1980s. Things move fast in these venues, its easy to meet people here, get a bite to eat with a drink, shop, dance and maybe find oneself in the middle of a brilliant concert. The pattern is based on similar projects in Berlin, but the seeds were already there in Pest in the 1980s. Young Hungarian intellectuals, stymied by not finding their own place in the official culture sanctioned at the time, made new venues and new communities for themselves. Unoccupied flats, vacant gardens and condemned buildings were given new life as alternative pubs (the term in Hungarian translates as ruin pub), complete with often extremely eclectic furnishings: chairs, tables, cupboards, sofas, carpets and musical instruments rescued from skips or picked up cheap at flea markets. The home from home feel, long opening hours, buzz and spontaneity of alternative pubs is just as appealing to the local youth as it is to foreigners looking for a laid back and open attitude, and of course experiences, concerts, parties and friends. Food and drink served here is good and reliable; there is always cooked food, mainly bistro-type dishes, available as well as sandwiches and salads. Szimplakert on Kertsz Street is Budapests longest established alternative pub. It functions as a local producer market, bike exchange and cinema, and of course there is no shortage of live concerts, either. The Kazinczy Street Kk Lfny is a fantastic spot to pick up handmade clothes and specialized jewellery crafted by applied artists. Kertem in City Park recreates the lido and beer garden milieu of the 1970s. Look closely and youll find bars, dance floors and quiet spaces amidst the enchanted forests of Instant on Nagymez Street. The list goes on and on: Tndrgyr, Pder, Filter Club, Corvintet, Gondoz Garden, Fogashz, Drer Garden, Ellt Garden, Kleves, Ankers, Super8, Kolor. It sometimes seems that a new place opens virtually every day.

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Margaret Island, Vrosmajor www.mupa.hu http://muzej.hu

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Summer Music Festival at Vajdahunyad Castle www.vajdahunyad.hu Dance in the Carmelite Courtyard www.tancszinhaz.hu Hungarian F1 Grand Prix Evening Concerts at the Zoo SZIGET Festival Festival of Folk Arts 5-12 August 25-28 July

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Jewish Quarter Vrosliget www.vagta.hu

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International Wine Festival Sweet Days

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Budapest over water and on land

Thermal water at a temperature of between 21-76 C wells up under the city in vast quantities. Medicinal waters are available for bathers in Lukcs Bath, Gellrt Bath, Szchenyi Bath, one of Europes largest spa complexes with 21 pools, the 10-pool Dagly, as well as two 500-yearold baths from the period of Ottoman occupation: Kirly Bath and Veli Bej Bath.

Historical bathing establishments have all the latest facilities including saunas, wellness services, lazy river rides, jacuzzis, indoor and open-air swimming pools. The Rudas, for instance, still follows a custom that during the week, on separate mens and womens days, bathing costumes do not have to be worn, but instead a small cotton apron is handed out. We can also launch out on the water onboard a cruise ship, morning, afternoon or evening. In fact, there are so many famous sights close to the embankment that a boat sightseeing tour is a great idea. An apparently normal, albeit slightly oldfashioned yellow coach departs from in front of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, and then to the shock of many it plunges straight into the Danube. Of course, it is actually an amphibious vehicle. This aquabus also does city sightseeing tours in the surroundings. Budapest has three-wheeler rickshaws plying the streets. Stops are located at top tourist attractions and another rickshaw will always be along in 5 minutes; tickets are valid for 24 hours. Attractions can also be accessed by the

hop-on hop-off double-decker red bus that halts at all the important sites. A pedal-powered bringhint is the ideal way to get around Margaret Island, while Segways can be hired from the corner of Erzsbet Square. You can even tour the city in a souped-up Trabant, which is one way of going back in time to the days of Socialism, and you are guaranteed to get some amused looks from passers-by as well. On uneven days a walking tour (10 am) leaves Szenthromsg Square in the Castle district, stopping off at the architectural sights of Buda, and on even days the departure is from St Street in downtown Pest. These tours dig down deep into the citys architectural and historical roots. Figures from the Palace quarter written into the novels of Hungarian author Gyula Krdy are conjured into life. In Buda, the cogwheel railway takes excursionists from Vrosmajor to Szchenyi Hill, the funicular operates to a schedule between the Castle and Clark dm Square, and the chairlift is a dramatic platform from where to view Zugliget and Jnos Hill.

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LUKCS THERMAL BATH AND SWIMMING POOL

The Lukcs Bath offers thermal pools, swimming pools, an adventure pool, wellness section, saunas and various services to its guests. Visitors can enjoy the lazy river ride, underwater bubbling, neck shower, underwater back-massaging water jets, whirlpool, hot springs and jacuzzi bed in the outdoor pool. Its waters are considered to have among the greatest therapeutic effects in Budapest.
1023 Budapest, Frankel Le t 2529. +36 (1) 326 16 95 | info@spabudapest.hu www.lukacsfurdo.hu
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RUDAS THERMAL BATH AND SWIMMING POOL

The Rudas Bath was built during the period of Turkish rule, which means that the building is more than 500 years old. It is special because men and women traditionally use it separately on weekdays. It is open for both sexes on weekends, and mixed night bathing is available on Friday and Saturday nights. The temperature of the water in the swimming pool is uniquely high, at 29 C. 1013 Budapest, Dbrentei tr 9. +36 (1) 356 13 22 | info@spabudapest.hu www.rudasfurdo.hu
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VELI BEJ BATH

Built during the Turkish occupation of Hungary, the bath, which is located on the site of the Hospital of Hospitaller Brothers of St. John of God, has reopened to the general public in a modernized form. The bath features five Turkish pools of different temperatures, a jacuzzi, two steam cabins, a Finnish and an infra sauna, massage showers and other wellness services.
1023 Budapest, rpd fejedelem tja 7. +36 (1) 438 85 87 velibejfurdo@velibejfurdo.hu 4, 6 17 www.velibejfurdo.hu

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SZCHENYI THERMAL BATH AND SWIMMING POOL

The Szchenyi Bath, which has 21 pools, is one of the biggest bathing complexes in Europe. Its leisure pool offers a channel lazy river ride, underwater bubbling, neck shower and underwater back-massaging water jets. In addition to the traditional therapeutic services, numerous wellness services are also available.
1146 Budapest, llatkerti krt. 11. +36 (1) 363 32 10 | info@spabudapest.hu www.szechenyifurdo.hu

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GELLRT THERMAL BATH AND SWIMMING POOL

The Gellrt Bath has both indoor and open-air pools. Visitors can take advantage of the therapeutic services, lava rock massage, SPA pedicure, chocolate treatment, Cleopatra bath and medicinal herb bath. The following services are included in the admission price: steam cabins and Finnish sauna. Special features: pyrogranite Zsolnay detailing, male and female thermal sections and a wave pool. 1118 Budapest, Kelenhegyi t 4. +36 (1) 466 61 66 | info@spabudapest.hu www.gellertfurdo.hu

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DAGLY THERMAL BATH, LIDO AND SWIMMING POOL

Besides all the facilities of a lido, Dagly Bath also offers a wide range of medical services. Its ten pools include thermal pools, paddling pools, adventure pools, swimming pools, steam cabin and sauna. The adventure pool offers various services, for example lazy river ride, jacuzzi bed, whirlpool, neck showers, hot spring and wet sun terraces.
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For those with the interest and desire, there are the most beautiful places to swim, run, play tennis and ride in Budapest. There are swimming pools on Margaret Island at the Hajs Alfrd Sport Swimming Pool, at the Csszr-Komjdi Bla Sport Swimming Pool in Buda or in Dagly Bath. Perhaps the most convenient place to run is the Margaret Island Athletics Centre, where there are built tracks available, but one will find no shortage of people jogging on the streets, too. It is particularly pleasant to run on the broad pavements of Npliget and under the trees of City Park. For anyone considering going into the Hrmas-hatr Hills, the Fenygyngye to Solymr route is recommended, and of course all the area around Normafa is similarly ideal for hill running. For tennis, try out the Rkosszentmihly Metrosport Centrum with 13 hard courts and an Australian Open court as well. Tennis courts can be booked at Vrosmajor, in the middle of City Park and on Margaret Island. Golfers might consider turning their attention to the St. Lrinc Golf Club, Petnehzy Golf Club or Golftanya on Shipyard Island. In the past few years no less than 200 km of cycle paths have been constructed in Budapest, and this network is likely to be extended even further. The No. 6 route of the Eurovelo network crosses the city. In 2011, Budapest received the tenth best points positioning from Copenhagize Index, and the achievements of CriticalMass are much spoken of and acknowledged around the world. It is possible to travel on two wheels from the city along the wonderful Danube embankment, through forests and past meadows, all the way to Visegrd or as far as Szob on the other side of the river. Along the way cyclists will come across buffets, restaurants, ice cream parlours and grill terraces. There are ferries at several points along the Danube, and a bridge at Ttfalu. Each summer the City Park ice rink is transformed into a romantic boating lake, where four-seater rowing boats can be hired. Of course, the Danube is also a great place to row. Two-, three- and four-seater kayaks, canoes and rowing boats can be hired out (even for tours lasting several days) from Kalztanya at Gubacs Bridge. Canoes and kayaks can also be rented from the boating houses and rowing clubs on Rmai Embankment, for instance Rmaifrd SE. Single-seater craft are also available here. It is possible to ride in the centre of town or on the fringes of the city. Horse riders will find a steed at the National Riding School on Kerepesi Road, the Petnehzy Equestrian Centrum in Ady-liget, and at Airport Ranch near the airport. The Akadmia Horse Riding School located in a wooded part of the XVII district organizes pony riding, riding classes and cross-country tours. The city and surroundings do not close for sportsmen and women in the winter, either: there is organized skiing at Normafa on Szabadsg Hill, and a skating rink in City Park.

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A vast cave system comprising some 100 caves threads its way under the Buda Hills. One of these caverns, the Molnr Jnos cave, is considered the worlds largest thermal water cave. The Budapest entrance to the Labyrinth opens in the Buda Castle district, a World Heritage site. The cave runs 10-15 metres below the surface, and can be visited daily between 10 am 7 pm. 12 km of the Pl-vlgy stalactite cave has been explored, of which 500 m is open to the public. The Szeml-hegy cave which has been found to be effective for the treatment of people with asthma and respiratory diseases has been explored to a length of 2 200 m, of which 250 m is a tour route made of a convenient built walkway suitable for wheelchairs. Some of the more remote sections of the cave are also accessible with safety helmet, headlamp and an expert guide. The cave has a stable temperature of 12 C; the visitor centre features an interactive exhibition and gift shop.

Pl-vlgyi Cave 1025 Bp., Szpvlgyi t 162. +36 (1) 325 95 05

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This is the biggest indoor water theme park in Central Europe, with 15 indoor and outdoor pools. Its slides of all shapes and sizes, suspension bridge, paddling pools and surf pool as well as a complete adventure centre make this a guaranteed favourite with children. There are plenty of entertainment options for the whole family; total rest and relaxation come in the form of massages, a sauna world, and hotel and restaurant integrated into the complex. It is easy to reach Aquaworld by public transport; just take bus No. 230 from Keleti Railway Station. (X)

1044 Budapest, ves t 16. +36 (1) 231 37 60, 772, 778 | aquaworld@aqua-world.hu www.aqua-world.hu

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INTERNATIONAL SPORTING EVENTS HELD IN THE CAPITAL

Budapest Open Athletics Championship Fencing World Championship Mens Handball Junior World Championship Budapest International Half-marathon Budapest International Marathon 1415 June 2013 1023 August 2013 8 September 2013 1622 September 2013 13 October 2013 1923 October 2013 512 August 2013

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CITY PARK SKATING RINK AND BOATING LAKE

Crown Prince Rudolf inaugurated the City Park Skating Rink in January 1870. The rink proved incredibly popular, all the more so because this was the largest contiguous skating rink in the world at that time. The first stone-built construction, with skate-binding room, orchestral arena and heated waiting room, was built on the designs of dn Lechner in 1874. This was extended in neo-Baroque style in 1895 (Imre Francsek). Further reconstruction has just been concluded. Each summer the new skating rink functions as a boating lake, with four-person rowing boats for hire, which can get as far as Vajdahunyad Castle and the flower borders of Liget Park.

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1146 Budapest, Olof Palme stny 5. +36 (1) 363 26 73 | iroda@mujegpalya.hu www.mujegpalya.hu

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