Curious about what forgotten treasures might be hiding in other people’s attics? The Szimpla Flea Market (Szimpla Bolhapiac) is back for 2025, calling all bargain hunters, collectors, and the simply curious to Budapest’s 7th district at Szimpla Garden (Szimpla Kert). Taking place on the fourth Saturday of each month, this event is the perfect spot to browse, scavenge, haggle, swap, and even sell your own pre-loved goods. It’s a celebration of the quirky and the nostalgic, spread out in the bustling heart of Budapest, where the scent in the air is pure excitement for the thrill of the find.
When and Where
Mark your calendar—the dates for the Szimpla Flea Market in 2025 are July 26, August 23, September 27, October 25, November 22, and December 27—all Saturdays. The address: 14 Kazinczy Street (Kazinczy utca 14), Budapest, 1075. Whether you call it a flea market, yard sale, or jumble sale, it doesn’t matter—what counts is the thrill of discovery.
Admission is free, so anyone can stroll in and start the hunt. For sellers, set-up begins at 11:00 am, and the table fee is a flat $8 per table, payable on site. Want more tables? That’s possible too—the organizers handle the tables themselves, so there’s no need to drag your own furniture in!
Staying in Budapest: Something for Everyone
Want to make a weekend of it? Budapest is packed with hotels and hostels to suit every taste and budget, many just a short stroll from Szimpla Garden (Szimpla Kert) and the city’s top attractions. There’s a hotel with 37 individually designed rooms right in the heart of town, just a skip from the liveliest sights, restaurants, and bars. Wake up to a hearty breakfast buffet before sightseeing, and enjoy free coffee and snacks throughout the day in the lobby. Staff are available around the clock to make sure you feel right at home.
If luxury is what you’re after, the New York Palace Hotel (New York Palota) delivers classic grandeur right in the center of Budapest, blending historical charm with modern comfort. For something a little more versatile and budget-friendly, a&o Budapest City is a hybrid hotel-hostel that goes all in on flexibility: whether you’re traveling solo, with family, or with a big group, you’ll find options from cozy double rooms to 4- or even 6-bed family suites (all with private bathrooms). There’s laundry, luggage storage, a guest kitchen, safes, and—essential for 2025—blazing fast, free Wi-Fi everywhere.
Meanwhile, ARCadia Hotel Budapest (ARCadia Hotel Budapest) is situated in a beautifully restored early-20th-century building, boasting 113 rooms over six floors, a stylish bar, and a real sense of history. If you want budget fun and a social vibe, check out a hostel near City Park (Városliget) featuring everything from gallery rooms with French beds to private and shared dorms (up to 10 beds!), plus a compact garden to relax in.
Those arriving with families or groups will enjoy Baross City Hotel (Baross City Hotel), close to the main railway station, housed in a beautiful century-old building and known for its charming courtyard and traditional Budapest balcony corridors. For a touch of stylish modern comfort, Bo33 Hotel Family & Suites welcomes you to spacious, well-equipped rooms, some with balconies, all within a peaceful neighborhood just minutes from the action.
Prefer something more intimate? Carmen Mini Hotel (Carmen Mini Hotel) is a family-run affair nestled right downtown, safe and homey, occupying part of the second floor in a larger residential building. Reception is open 24/7, adding to the welcoming feel. Meanwhile, City Hotel Unio offers 52 tastefully furnished rooms a stone’s throw from Budapest’s business and shopping districts, with the city’s opera house, museums, theaters, and nightlife all within a 10- to 20-minute walk.
Bites and Drinks Near the Market
All that treasure hunting is hungry work, but Budapest’s old Jewish Quarter and neighboring streets serve up a smorgasbord of food adventures. ARAZ Restaurant (ARAZ Étterem) crafts weekly menus, Sunday brunches, and experimental dinners that bridge the past and present, fusing classic Hungarian cuisine with cutting-edge techniques—so expect the unexpected, but always delicious. The renovated Gallery Café (Galéria Kávéház) lets you step into the world of early-20th-century coffeehouses, with a nod to the colorful literary and artist patrons of days gone by.
The 400 Bar & Restaurant (400 Bár és Étterem) sits at the border of the Jewish Quarter and the city’s business district, serving up Mediterranean food, live music, and occasional street-side lamb roasts—perfect for both corporate events and casual hangouts.
Craving breakfast, brunch, smoothies, fresh pastries, vegan options, or just a really good coffee? Budapest’s hip eateries have you covered, promising everything fresh and preservative-free, from eggs and open-faced sandwiches to cakes and superfoods. Whether you end up at Babar (Babar), with its laid-back global menu, or the quirky Badabing (Badabing), famous for both wild parties and relaxed conversations, or Barack & Plum (Barack & Szilva), which pairs Hungarian, French, Italian, and Jewish dishes with live cimbalom music and hand-picked wines, you’ll eat well.
Beer lovers can head to BAZ BEER BAR (BAZ Sörbár) for half a dozen craft brews on tap—and free popcorn—right in the 7th district. And if you fancy a classic brunch to recharge, there’s no shortage of cozy nooks to choose from in the area.
Event organizers reserve the right to change dates or programs, so keep your eyes peeled for updates. For treasure hunters, foodies, and urban explorers alike, Szimpla Flea Market 2025 is your backstage pass to Budapest’s vintage soul.
