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May 10, Maya Exhibition WAM Design Center, until 18th July 2012

Thu, 10 May 2012 08:45:59 GMT

A fantastic exhibition on one of antiquity's most famous civilizations, the Mayan.

The so-called social-active exhibit gives an insight into the various aspects of Mayan life from the Classical era from 300 till 900 AD. : family life, religion, art & architecture, writing, mathematics, their famous calendar etc.

Large projectors and touchscreen televisions make the exhibit even more spectacular. See more at the Maya Exhibition in Budapest.

May 3, Budapest Festivals - Cultural Events in the Hungarian Capital in 2012

Thu, 03 May 2012 09:58:53 GMT

List and description of the most imporant Budapest Festivals, including the Budapest Spring Festival and a range of large-scale cultural events.

Apr 16, National Tourism & Gastro Days in the Great Market Hall

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:05:17 GMT

TIP: Programs for Tourists in the Central Market Hall in 2012:

National Gastro Days: each week from Thursday to Saturday a different nation introduces its culinary delights as well as cultural and natural treasures.
Opening hours: Thurs-Fri: 9.00-18.00, Sat: 9.00-15.00

See dates and details at Programs in the Great Market Hall Budapest.

Apr 16, Budapest Markets - Best Places to Buy Fresh Hungarian Food and Souvenirs

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:58:09 GMT

Budapest Markets are the best places to buy authentic Hungarian souvenirs, fresh vegetables and fruits and have tasty local food.

Apr 16, Special Budapest Tours for Small Groups & Families

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:09:15 GMT

Go on a Special Budapest Tour to experience Budapest the way locals do.

Knowledgable and enthusiastic local guides will lead you through the city's most famous and lesser known sights telling you about their history and stories related to them. You can reserve a tour online.

Mar 2, Handmade Hungarian Tastes Fair, 9th-11th March, Millenaris

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 08:35:31 GMT

Hungary's seven regions (Central Transdanubia, Southern Transdanubia, Western Transdanubia, Southern Great Plain, Northern Great Plain, Northern Hungary, Middle Hungary) as well as Hungarian-populated areas across the borders (Subcarpathia, Transylvania, Southern and Northern crossborder regions) will introduce their food specialties produced by traditional methods. Handmade Hungarian Tastes Fair

Feb 26, 15th March National Holiday - Programs In Budapest

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 14:37:40 GMT

15th March is one of the most important National Holidays in Hungary. Celebrations, programs in Budapest commemorate the Revolution and War of Independence against the Austrian-Habsburg rule in 1848/49. Find out more about the historical background of 15th March and find out about programs on this special day in Budapest.

Feb 24, Romantic Budapest Hotels - Ideal for a Spring City Break

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:02:57 GMT

Spring is around the corner and Budapest is a perfect destination for a romantic city break. A stay in one of Budapest's numerous romantic lodgings ensures a memorable spring vacation.

Feb 22, A38 Ship in Budapest is the Greatest Bar in the World

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:12:42 GMT

A vote organised by Lonely Planet chose the A38 Ship in Budapest to be the World's Greatest Bar. The former Ukrainian Ship is anchored at the Buda side of the Danube and is no doubt one of the most vibrant places of nightlife in the city with live concerts, exhibitions and fine food. Another Budapest Bar, Szimpla Kert, finished at the 3rd place in the same vote.

Feb 17, Gluttonous Thursday in Budapest Restaurants, 23rd February

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:42:55 GMT

Eat and drink half price in the participating restaurants. An excellent opportunity to try the Hungarian cuisine and wines.

Reservation is highly recommended because the program is very popular among locals. More information on participating restaurants is at Torkos Csutortok.

Feb 17, Budapest Spring Festival 12th-26th March, 2012

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:38:07 GMT

The Budapest Spring Festival offers a wide range of cultural programs from classical music to dance and theatrical performances:

Budapest Spring Festival Programs

Orchestral Concerts
Chamber Concerts
Church Concerts
International Theatre Festival
Opera, Operetta, Musical
Dance
Folklore
Crossover
For Children
Exhibitions

Feb 4, Mangalica Festival Budapest 2012 - Video

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:52:13 GMT

Jan 30, Mangalica Festival Budapest Kicks Off on Friday, 3rd February

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:44:02 GMT

Mangalica Festival starts on Friday 3rd February: dress in layers, warm cap, gloves, boots are necessary because it will be quite cold (minuses during the day) and lots of snow is expected for the coming weekend.

Jan 27, Valentine's Day Budapest

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:05:08 GMT

Celebrate Valentine's Day in Budapest! Browse our program recommendations for a romantic Valentine city break in the Hungarian capital.

Jan 20, Cafe New York Budapest is the World's Most Beautiful Cafe

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:24:57 GMT

Cafe New York in Budapest was voted the most beautiful coffee house in the world by UCityGuides.com travel magazine: http://www.ucityguides.com/cities/top-10-cafes.html

Jan 16, Mangalica Festival, 3rd-5th Feb, 2012

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:46:13 GMT

The Mangalica Festival on Szabadság tér Budapest, district V. is a great program for the first weekend of February. Admission is free.

Jan 6, Budapest-Tourist-Guide.com Search Results

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:21:30 GMT

Jan 6, 4 Star Hotel Budapest - Best Four Star Accommodations in Downtown and in the Ourskirts

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:06:59 GMT

Looking for a 4 star hotel in Budapest? We collected and listed them on our page with descriptions and photos.

Dec 30, New Year's Eve Party in Budapest 2011 -Cruise on the Danube

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 13:42:41 GMT

Enjoy a romantic New Year's Eve Party in Budapest with dinner and live music on a ship on the Danube. 4-course dinner, dinner at midnight, champagne, unlimited drink consumption, Hungarian gypsy and folk music are the highlights of this New Year's Eve Cruise Party on the Danube in Budapest.

Dec 20, Christmas in Budapest

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:30:51 GMT

Learn how Hungarians prepare for Christmas in Budapest. Information on opening hours, public transport during the holiday.

Dec 20, Christmas & New Year's Day Cruise on the Danube

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:28:45 GMT

Enjoy a wonderful festive cruise on the Danube with 4-course buffet dinner and live gypsy music. Cruise start at 19.00 on 24th December, at 19.00 and at 22.00 on 25th December, at 19.00 and at 22.00 on 1st January 2012.

Dec 12, Lukacs Coffee House

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:36:54 GMT

Warm outside and on the way to the zoo (on foot) we dropped in for a coffee and some cake. Great chocolate cake, fine coffee and a quiet, sophisticated

Dec 9, Budapest Trams in Festive Christmas Lights

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:12:05 GMT

Some of the public transport services in Budapest (this year tram 2A and 61K) are decorated in festive Christmas lights in December and in the first week of January. Tram 2A (runs along the Danube bank in Pest between Boraros ter and Jaszai Mari ter) will also serve as Santa Claus' tram until 9th December. Joulupukki, the real Santa from Lappland, traveled on the tram for a few stops on 4th Dec. From 9th Dec tram 2A with the festive lights on will run from Thursday to Sunday every 45 minutes from 16.30 till 20.15 (Departure is from Boraros ter). Tram 61K will travel between Szel Kalman ter and Moricz Zsigmond korter in Buda from Monday to Wednesday. Departures (from Szel Kalman ter): every 45 minutes from 16.30 till 20.15. The lighted trams will not run on 24th and 31st December.

Dec 9, Travel in Budapest - Public Transport System, Tickets, Passes, Tips

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:02:57 GMT

Everything about how to travel in Budapest, including detailed introduction to Budapest Public Transport System, buying and vaildating tickets.

Dec 7, Szechenyi Chain Bridge in Budapest

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:43:18 GMT

Learn about the history of Szechenyi Chain Bridge, the first permanent connection across the Danube between Buda and Pest.

Dec 7, Budapest Christmas Fair 2012- Xmas Markets in the Hungarian Capital

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:42:10 GMT

Quality Folk and Applied Art Products and Wide Selection of Cultural Programmes at the Budapest Christmas Fair at Vörösmarty Square. Other Christmas markets in the city: at St Stephen's Basilica, in Gozsdu Courtyard and in Fashion Street.

Dec 2, Jewish Budapest - Guided Tours, Photos, Kosher Restaurant Recommendations

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:22:02 GMT

An introduction to the sights and history of Jewish Budapest with lots of photos and guided tour recommendations.

Nov 25, Christmas Market in Gozsdu Courtyard, Kiraly Street Budapest

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 16:52:36 GMT

The Gozsdu Courtyard in the former Jewish Quarter of Budapest hosts a colorful Xmas Market for the first time. The market opens on 25th November and welcomes visitors till 24th December.

Nov 21, Palinka with Chocolate/Hot Chocolate and Handmade Hungarian Bonbons Tasting Programs in Budapest City Center - BARbar Cafe and Chocolate

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:57:22 GMT

Reserve Palinka and Chocolate Tasting Programs in BARbar Cafe & Chocolate in Budapest city center. Experience true coffee house atmosphere in a friendly downtown cafe near Vaci Street.

Nov 20, Hot Chocolate Tasting in Budapest

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 13:16:46 GMT

Nov 18, Christmas Market on Vorosmarty Square- Kicks off on 18th Nov, 2011

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:06:12 GMT

The place for authentic gifts, spicy mulled wine and traditional Hungarian food. Varied programs and festive atmosphere make the Christmas Fair at Vorosmarty Square, Budapest one of the best end-of-year holiday markets in Europe.

Nov 14, Turn-of-the-20th-century Baths in Budapest - Gellért, Széchenyi, Lukács

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:13:36 GMT

Learn about the baths in Budapest built at the beginning of the 20th century: healing waters, relaxation and grand architecture.

Nov 4, Matthias Church Budapest Castle - Church of Our Lady

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:57:09 GMT

Matthias Church in Budapest Castle is one of the best known landmarks of the city. Learn about the church's history and most important features.

Oct 28, Tom George Restaurant

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:37:34 GMT

It is an excellent restaurant in the city center. They use ingredients from Italy, the design of the restaurant is really stylish and it is right next

Oct 28, Hotel Castle Garden

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:35:58 GMT

The hotel offers one of the best locations in the town. Is close to a Metro station-just 200m far, is located in the green hill which accommodates the

Oct 26, New Year's Eve Wine Tasting in Buda Castle

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 11:11:37 GMT

Celebrate the last day of 2011 tasting exquisite Hungarian wines in a stone cellar in Buda Castle. There will be a two-course warm meal to accompany the wines. You'll welcome 2012 with a glass of champagne at midnight. The Faust Wine Cellar is located in Buda Castle within the Hotel Hilton so you can easily get there from the city center. The cellar is part of the historic tunnel system running under Castle Hill and it is a fitting place for a lovely end-of year wine sampling.

Oct 26, Wine Tasting in Budapest - Faust Wine Cellar in Buda Castle & Other Places to Sample Hungarian Wines

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 11:00:49 GMT

Find out where to go for wine tasting in Budapest. Sample delighted Hungarian wines from more than 20 wine regions of the country.

Oct 11, Cafe Budapest Festival 2012 (the former Autumn Festival). For lovers of Modern and Contemporary Art.

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:33:59 GMT

The Cafe Budapest Festival offers varied programmes for lovers of contemporary art: music, dance, theatre, film, photography.

Oct 11, Zelnik Istvan Southeast Asian Gold Museum Budapest

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 08:10:53 GMT

The Zelnik Istvan Southeast Asian Gold Museum is one of the few small but unique museums in Budapest.

Sep 28, Rudas Bath

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:23:16 GMT

It was my first time at a Turkish Bath. I have dreamed of this for years but knew nothing of the process. I just bought the basic entry, which was not

Sep 26, SYMBOL

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 07:19:23 GMT

Clean, safe, fun, exciting, not too young. Very nice ambiance. Very upscale. Would highly recommend. SEPT 201

Sep 22, Budapest Daytrips - Excursions Out of Budapest, Szentendre, Danube Bend, Visegrád, Estergom

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 07:43:07 GMT

Information about attractions nearby Budapest Daytrips out of the town to the picturesque Danube bend and to historic cities.

Sep 20, Cheap Restaurants in Budapest - For Quality, Budget-Friendly Eating Out

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 06:57:21 GMT

A selection of cheap restaurants in Budapest where you can eat tasty food without going bankrupt.

Sep 1, Szechenyi Furdo

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 09:20:36 GMT

Wonderful structures, a beautiful building and a relaxing day! I have been here several times, it's great! So many steam rooms, saunas, pools, I htink

Aug 31, Budapest Wine and Champagne Festival 2012, Wine Exhibition and Fair- Buda Castle

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:42:33 GMT

Taste the best Hungarian wines at the budapest International Wine and Champagne Festival in September 2012: more than hundred winegrowers and distributors exhibit their wines and champagnes from Hungary's famous wine regions and from all over the world.

Aug 5, X Play

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:55:37 GMT

On main Boulevard= do NOT go here. Total ripoff, run by the mob. Bring you a very large bill and tell U that U must pay it. When U refuse, they tell

Aug 3, Budapest Fireworks Show & Danube Cruise with Dinner-20th August 2012, St Stehen's Day

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 05:30:40 GMT

Enjoy the Budapest Fireworks Show on 20th August, St. Stehen1s Day from a ship on the Danube. Before the fireworks a sightseeing cruise on the river combined with dinner and live music makes the event unforgettable.

Jul 18, Programs on 20th August Budapest, Hungary - St Stephen's Day 2012

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 15:06:07 GMT

One of the most important Hungarian National Holiday is 20th August. Celebrations all over the country commemotate the foundation of the Hungarian state and first king of Hungary, St Stephen.

Jul 17, Kyoto

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 05:01:38 GMT

Excellent food although pricy. Service charge of 12% is added in the bill which is unfortunate as it serves as a disincentive to give service which at

Jul 1, Jerney Bistro Budapest

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 10:47:36 GMT

Jerney Bistro Address: 1051 Budapest, Vigadó tér 3. Overzealous waitress trying to push expensive drinks on us immediately after sitting down. After