Budapest Things To Do
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WHat to see in Hungary?
Református Kollégium eklektikus, átalakított (Eclectic, Renovated Reformed College)
Református Kollégium eklektikus, átalakított—all right, let’s be honest, the name itself might sound a little intimidating at first. But the story, the architecture, and the knots of history...
Páva utcai zsinagóga, historizáló (Páva Street Synagogue, historicist)
Páva utcai zsinagóga sits quietly in Budapest’s Józsefváros, away from the city’s louder crowds, and isn’t always on the usual tourist’s checklist. That’s exactly what makes a visit...
Szent István Kórház eklektikus, téglaburkolatos, pavilonos rendszerű (St. Stephen Hospital eclectic, brick-clad, pavilion-style)
Szent István Kórház—which translates to St. Stephen Hospital—might not top the usual Budapest must-see lists, but if you’re interested in architecture, history, or the stories hidden in a...
Semmelweis Egyetem intézetei, eklektikus, téglaburkolatos (Semmelweis University institutes, eclectic, brick-clad)
Semmelweis Egyetem, a defining pillar of medical education in Hungary, is more than a hive of scientific progress. Its campus is sprinkled with buildings that catch the eye...
Lisieux-i Szent Teréz-templom (Church of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux)
Lisieux-i Szent Teréz-templom (in English, the Church of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux) stands gracefully on the outskirts of Budapest’s bustling city life. For many, religious sites can start...
egykori Ganz-Mávag munkáslakótelep és kultúrház (former Ganz-Mávag workers’ housing estate and cultural center)
Ganz-Mávag doesn’t usually make the top of a Budapest sightseeing list, but for anyone craving something different—raw history, lived stories, hidden corners—a walk through the egykori Ganz-Mávag munkáslakótelep...
Arany Sas-udvar (Golden Eagle Courtyard)
Arany Sas-udvar, or the Golden Eagle Courtyard, quietly sits in the beating heart of Budapest’s Castle District, an area so packed with centuries-old memories that every stone seems...
Volt Keglevich-palota (Former Keglevich Palace)
Volt Keglevich-palota (Former Keglevich Palace) is one of Bratislava’s lesser-known marvels, quietly awaiting anyone curious enough to wander off the busiest tourist routes. The imposing building stands at...
Semmelweis Egyetem Klinikák (Semmelweis University Clinics)
Semmelweis Egyetem Klinikák isn’t your typical tourist hotspot—instead, it’s a living, breathing piece of Budapest’s intellectual heritage that many travelers end up stumbling upon, whether intentionally or while...
Ludovika Akadémia (Ludovika Academy)
Ludovika Akadémia is one of those places in Budapest that manages to blend the grandeur of Hungarian history with the intimacy of lush city parks. When you stumble...
Heinrich-udvar (Heinrich Courtyard)
Heinrich-udvar is one of those rare urban spaces where the whisper of history and the bustle of modern life meld seamlessly. Tucked away behind the stately façades of...
Szabó Ervin Könyvtár (Ervin Szabó Library)
Szabó Ervin Könyvtár isn’t just another entry on Budapest’s long list of impressive buildings—it’s an atmospheric journey, especially for those with a weakness for old books, creaking parquet...
Izraelita temető (Jewish Cemetery)
Izraelita temető, tucked away in the heart of Budapest, offers a deeply thoughtful, quiet place to contemplate the complicated and fascinating story of Hungarian Jews. To walk among...
Józsefvárosi Református Egyházközség épülete (Building of the Józsefváros Reformed Church Congregation)
Józsefvárosi Református Egyházközség épülete, nestled in the storied heart of Budapest’s Józsefváros district, quietly tells tales of faith, resilience, and architectural ambition. Wander along Német utca, and you’ll...
Luther-udvar (Luther Courtyard)
Luther-udvar, or Luther Courtyard, sits quietly behind the bustling arteries of Budapest, holding its stories close but sharing glimpses with those who care to pause and listen. At...
Hauer Cukrászda (Hauer Confectionery)
Hauer Cukrászda sits on the bustling Rákóczi út in Budapest, but the moment you step inside, the city’s hurry seems to fade away. It isn’t just a pastry...
Szent Rókus Kórház és kápolna (Saint Roch Hospital and Chapel)
Szent Rókus Kórház és kápolna stands as one of those quietly dignified landmarks in Budapest that rewards a curious traveler with more than just stories—it offers a living...
Uránia filmszínház (Uránia Cinema)
Uránia filmszínház sits on the bustling Rákóczi út in Budapest, but it feels like you’re stepping into a secret slice of cinematic history the moment you cross its...
ELTE Bölcsészkar (Faculty of Humanities, Eötvös Loránd University)
ELTE Bölcsészkar, or the Faculty of Humanities of Eötvös Loránd University, is one of those hidden-in-plain-sight treasures in Budapest that you’d be forgiven for walking past while hunting...
Rákóczi téri vásárcsarnok (Rákóczi Square Market Hall)
Rákóczi téri vásárcsarnok sits quietly in Budapest’s eclectic Józsefváros district, just off the bustle of Rákóczi tér. Unlike the more touristed Grand Market Hall, this market has an...