After my trip to Eger I wondered, “Is Eger the best place in Hungary outside of Budapest”? Honestly, I was so amazed by everything in Eger. I last visited the city as part of a school trip when I was a kid, and this time when I got to return after over 15 years, I…
Ready to start the Christmas festive season? The Christmas Market at Vörösmarty Square is the oldest Christmas Market in Budapest and it’s got everything you need for Christmas: food, drinks and festive atmosphere. I used to come to this Christmas Market ever since I was a kid, so I have a lot of fond memories….
The New York Café in Budapest is often called as the most beautiful café in the world. In fact, it was voted as such twice before. It is one of those places in Budapest that is usually visited more by tourists and less by locals. Hungarian locals usually don’t come here for a coffee as…
Most travelers come to visit Budapest for 2-3 days which is just enough time to explore the city. If you have more time or it’s your second time in Budapest then it’s great to explore places outside the city. There are some smaller towns near Budapest (Szentendre, Visegrád, Esztergom, Gödöllő) that are the easiest to…
Buda or Pest: Which side is better? The age old “battle” between locals on the two sides of Budapest. I grew up on the Pest side, so I’ll always lean towards Pest, but both sides are great and make up Budapest to be the amazing city that it is! Buda is the posh side of…
Budapest is my hometown and have always found that each district contributes something unique to the city. I love to wander around the Old Town of District 1 with its cobblestone streets and the feeling of stepping back in time. I also love the nightlife and busy streets of Pest, where you can find everything…
If you are planning to visit Budapest, you may not yet know that much about the city. You may be wondering “What is Budapest famous for”? I was born and raised in Budapest and I have always considered it such a beautiful city. Even after travelling in Asia and Europe, whenever I get back home,…
Budapest is one of the greatest cities in Europe: you have everything from river cruises to thermal baths, and from ruin bars to tasty food! 3 days in Budapest is just about the right amount of time to spend in the city to see the most famous attractions. If you organize your trip and keep…
Budapest is one of the nicest cities in Europe (and I am not just saying that because it’s my hometown!), but like for any trip, you should be prepared with a few travel tips to make your holiday go smoother. As someone who grew up in Budapest, I’ve put together my best insider tips –…
Budapest is the city of thermal baths and river cruises, and is a great place for all travellers, including solo female travellers! I was born and raised in Budapest, and I always felt safe – even if I went out alone or had to go back home late night. I do recommend remaining cautious and…