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Hungarian State Opera House
22 Andrássy út, VI
Tel. 361.331.2550
www.opera.hu
Newly renovated, this 1300-seat auditorium has been home to some of the country’s most talented entertainers. For a relaxing evening with a loved one, Hungarian State Opera House is the best spot to spend time with him or her in Budapest.
 

Gellert Baths
XI. Kelenhegyi út 2-4.
Tel. 361.466.61.66
A personal favorite of both residents and non-residents, these baths offer a traditional Turkish experience. Fueled by hot springs located underneath the building, a mix of hot and cold temperatures guarantees its in-pool guests a relaxing experience. Non-swimmers can pay 500 HUF to take look around the beautiful mosaic-studded entrance hall and take a glace at the pool. A vaulted glass roof tops the art nouveau main hall and elegant Roman-style columns support the gallery surrounding the pool.

Guided Boat tour on the Danube
Pier 7, Danube bank near Vigadó tér
Tel: 36.1.317 2203
http://www.legenda.hu/a_home/a_home.html
Take in a splendid view of the Capital, enjoy seeing the city lit up at night or make it a romantic evening - a cruise down this main waterway.

Milonga Opera
Try tango dancing on Fridays at the Holgyvalasz Dance Studio in Milonga Opera. Candlelight illuminates the dancehall as couples dance the night away.

Varga Imre Gyujtemeny (Imre Varga Collection)
III. Laktanya u. 7
Tel. 1.250.0274
http://www.museum.hu/search/museum_en.asp?id=88
Dedicated to one of Hungary’s most renowned contemporary sculptors, Imre Varga Museum showcases a large selection of his work.

Hosok tere (Heroes' Square)
Pest
At the entrance of City Park lies one of the great historical sites of Hungary. Once a host to the Socialist celebrations, Heroes’ Square has endured revolutions and reconstruction. On a trip here, be sure to check out the Magyar tribal leader statues, which were reconstructed in 1996 for the 1,100th year anniversary of the Magyar Conquest. Heroes’ Square is also close to the Museum of Fine Arts and Exhibition Hall.

Csalogany 26
Csalogany 26 (Addrress)
Tel. 36.1.201.7892
www.csalogany26.hu
This trattoria is gaining a reputation with foodies. A closed-circuit, flat-screen monitor in the dining room shows the chefs preparing your dinner, the wine list has some great Hungarian varietals, but it's the really tender breast of guinea that everyone is raving about. 

Gundel
XIV Allatkerti ut 2
Tel. 1.468.4040
www.gundel.hu
This beautiful restaurant in the city park first opened in 1894. Purchased in 1991 by George Lang and Ronald S. Lauder, Gundel was beautifully restored, and now the quintessential Hungarian restaurant’s decor lives up to its cuisine. To add to the experience they even have roving gypsy musicians.

Arany Kaviar
1, Ostrum u. 19
Tel. 1.201.6737
www.aranykaviar.hu
Yearning for caviar and homemade Russian food? Then come to this 19th century bourgeois-themed restaurant. Arany Kaviar is intimate and always scrumptious.

Pomo D'Oro
B.Arany Janos u.9
Tel. 1.302.6473
www.pomodorobudapest.com
Pomo D’Oro is a sophisticated pizza and pasta place frequented by knowledgeable locals. With daily menu changes, the chef strives to be creative. Great wine list as well. Live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Abazint
VI., Andrassy ut 34
Tel. 1.301.0844
www.abszint.hu 
Situated on what looks like a Parisian street, Abzint serves cuisine to match. Only the freshest produce is served, and the ambiance is relaxed and friendly. Expect live accordion music to accompany your dining experience.

Baraka
Magyar utca 12-15
Tel. 1.483.1355
www.barakarestaurant.hu
Opened in 2001, this is considered by many to be Budapest's best. The international menu changes daily while the service remains excellent. Popular with the local celebrities!

Vadrozsa
Pentelei Molnar utca 15
Tel. 1.326.5817
www.vadrozsa.hu
This mansion setting has a romantic, Old World garden terrace to complement Vadrosa’s elegant and delectable food. With this combination you can't go wrong.

Fleischer
Nagymezo utca 7 (Pest)
Tel. 1.267.4756
Step back in time for the perfect handcrafted shirt. Choose from different fabrics and get fitted measurements from a great old-fashioned tailor.

Sandor Gyor
Petofi Sandor utca 3 (Pest)
Tel. 1.317.4721
Sandov Gyor, creates the finest footwear out of lambskin; custom-made shoes that feel as if they were taken from a previous era.

Tango
Vaci utca 8 (Pest)
Tel. 1.318.9741
At this true cultural boutique, customers can dress like a member of the Hungarian aristocracy with Tango’s tunics and silk vests from imperial days gone by.

Wladis Galeria
Falk Miksa utca 13 (Pest)
Tel. 1.354.0834
www.wladisgaleria.hu
Beautiful, curved shapes define the jewelry available at Wladis Galeria. Large and simple designs made of amber and semiprecious stones rule the impressive display cases.

West End City Center
1062 Budapest. Vaci ut 1-3
Tel. 238.7777
www.westend.hu 
West End City Center is one of the largest shopping establishments in Hungary that has sprung up in recent years.

Central Market Halls
V. Vamhaz korut 1-3
This famous neo-Gothic market hall offers a variety of stalls selling everything from folk-art inspired products to food.

Ecseri Flea Market
1194 Nagykőrosi ut 156
Hungary has always been famous for its traditional flea markets. Sometimes known under "Tango," Ecseri Flea Market stretches over four-acres and offers everything imaginable.

Csillaghegy Swimming Pool and Lido
III. Pusztukuti at 3.
Tel. 36.1.250.1533
When in Budapest, do as the Hungarians do: be sure to explore the spas and baths. Csillaghegy is the oldest lido in Budapest open both in winter and summer. With three pools, it is located in a park and complete with a restaurant close by for hungry swimmers.

Lukacs Medicinal Baths
II. Frankel Leu u. 25-29
Thought of as a place for local intellectuals and artists to gather since the 1950’s, Lukacs recalls grand Hungarian history with its atmosphere of marble tablets and inner courtyards and offers a place to relax with the thermal pools and spa center.

Hungarian National Tourist Office
www.hungary.com
Get a cross section of tourism opportunities for the whole nation, click on ‘Explore the Regions’ to get Budapest.

Budapest Resources
www.budapestresources.com
This site is geared more toward people moving to Hungary or looking to rent a more permanent dwelling. Budapest Resources lists doctors, dentists, banks, English language lessons and more.

Budapest Sun
www.budapestsun.com
This English language weekly can be found at newsstands and hotels.

Szimpa Kert
Kazinczy u. 14
Tel. +36.1.352.4198
www.szimpla.hu
Large space  with concrete floors and furniture.  The site is host to everything from concerts to movies and lots of other things in between.   Call or check out website before you go.

Szoda
Wesselenyi u. 18
Tel. +36.1.461.0007
www.szoda.com
Great atmospheric dance place where the DJ's spin til late. 

Piaf Klub
Nagymezo 25
Tel. 36.1.312.3823
www.piafklub.hu
Really two night clubs in one offers an upstairs moody space with jazz and torch songs and downstairs disco that goes til dawn.

Trocadero
15, Szent Istvan krt
Tel. 36.0.1.311.4691
There is no better place in all of Hungary to hear live Latin music than ever-popular Trocadero. With a new DJ every night, guests get the best of numerous musical influences and are always guaranteed a good time.Trafo
IX. Liliom u. 41
Tel. 36.0.1.215.1600
www.trafo.hu
jegy@trafo.hu
Trafo is the trendiest discos in Budapest, known for attracting young, alternative artists.

Fel 10 Jazz Klub
VIII. Baross u. 30
Featuring live jazz every night, Fel 10 Jazz Klub is a classy getaway for those seeking relief from thumping discos and teenagers.

Fat Mo's
Nyary Pal utca 11
Tel. 1.267.3199
www.fatmo.hu
fatmo@t-online.hu
Fat Mo’s, a prohibition-themed speakeasy with 14 different draft beers, is popular with locals, tourists and expats. Live jazz and blues five nights a week.

A38 Boat
(Buda side of the Danube)
Petofi Bridge
Tel. 1.464.3940
www.a38.hu
restaurant@a38.hu
It's an Ukranian freight ship converted into a state-of-the-art live music venue and attracts the best of local talent and international acts.