Budapest’s Tropicarium is bringing back its crowd-pleasing alligator feeding shows in 2026. On the third Monday of every month at 2:30 p.m., animal keepers will wade into the enclosure and feed Dodo and Tipli, the two male alligators, right in front of visitors. It’s a once-a-month spectacle—up close and personal with the reptiles—inside the Tropicarium at 1122 Budapest, District 22 – Budafok-Tétény, Nagytétényi Road (Nagytétényi út) 37–43.
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Stay Steps From the Action
Within the event center complex, a boutique hotel pairs a historic exterior with a modern interior. Rooms are just a few steps from the event halls, keeping everything close and comfortable for guests who want an easy base during the alligator feeding days or any nearby program.
Open-Door Spiritual Retreat
The Budatétény spiritual center invites anyone seeking renewal—individuals or groups, seniors and youth, Catholics and non-Catholics alike. Rooted in Verbite missionary spirituality, the center keeps its doors open to anyone in need of spiritual support, offering a fresh place and new programs for reflection and rest.
A Building with a Story
The property’s history stretches back to 1910–1911, when restaurateur Károly Kleofász built it and ran it as the Villatelep-Beszálló Inn (Villatelep-Beszálló Vendéglő). A carriage house stood in the rear yard, where traders and carters from the countryside fed and watered their horses and became regular patrons. In 1939, the Kméhling family purchased the business, which operated as Kméhling Inn (Kméhling Vendéglő) until nationalization.
Eat, Sip, Celebrate
At the Society of Wine Poets Cellar Restaurant (Borköltők Társasága Pince Étterem), expect flavorful dishes and comfort in air-conditioned dining rooms and an outdoor area. The restaurant is accessible and happy to host larger groups, private events, room rentals, and full catering services.
Hungary’s unique Wine City (Borváros), unveiled at Záborszky Winery (Záborszky Pincészet), is a rarity even in Europe. Stroll the open-air-style Wine Street (Borutca) and explore ten iconic wine regions—Badacsony, Balatonboglár, Eger, Etyek-Buda, Mecsekalja, Somló, Sopron, Szekszárd, Tokaj-Hegyalja, and Villány—admiring cellar facades typical of each area. Another 12 famed wine regions appear via video, rounding out a national wine journey under one roof.
In central Budafok on Kossuth Lajos Street, a self-service kitchen dishes out homestyle flavors—from soups and vegetable stews to freshly fried mains and desserts—letting everyone build a menu from the daily lineup and the rotating chef’s specials.
Heritage of Bubbles
The Order of Champagne (Champagne Rend) follows in the footsteps of founder József Törley (1858–1907), championing Hungarian sparkling wine and the Törley name. It upholds tradition and quality while spreading the culture of sparkling wine enjoyment.
György Villa pours specialties from two star regions: whites from Etyek-Buda and celebrated reds from Villány. The goal is to showcase pure, fruit-forward varietal character in every bottle.
Hungaria. Sparkling, differently—style, fashion, fizz. Born in 1955 and backed by the Törley group’s know-how, Hungaria is the product of over 60 years of passionate expertise and relentless experimentation. Its exacting standards and fusion of time-tested methods with modern international technology have forged a brand now synonymous with exclusivity and high quality.
Local Classics, Greek Flavors
István Tanya Inn (István Tanya Vendéglő) opened in 1999 on cobbled Magdolna Street in the heart of Budafok. The cozy main room seats 30, the heated winter garden seats 30, and in summer, the shady garden under a giant chestnut accommodates 40. A private hall for 60 suits weddings, reunions, corporate parties, and birthdays, and the team handles off-site events for 80–150 guests. Expect hearty Hungarian and international dishes designed for a full-on culinary experience.
Katona Winery (Katona Borház), founded in autumn 1996, bottles summer sunshine and golden clusters into clean, fruity, zesty wines. The winery cultivates 45 hectares on the Balatonboglár wine region’s southern shore and, since 2006, 1 hectare in Tokaj-Hegyalja. Grapes are processed and aged in Boglár; some wines then head to the Budafok cellar for further treatment, bottling, and sales.
Craving Greek? Kerkyra Greek Tavern (Kerkyra Görög Taverna) at Campona serves traditional recipes: chicken and lamb gyros, souvlaki, roast lamb, moussaka, salads, grilled meats and seafood, plus tempting desserts and pastries.
Organizers reserve the right to change the date and the program.
