Airbnb Ban in Terézváros: Short-term rentals (including Airbnb) are now banned in Budapest\'s Party District (District VI) as of 1 Jan 2026. Hotels and B&Bs remain unaffected.
Gellért Baths Closed: The iconic Gellért Thermal Bath is closed for renovation until 2028. Alternatives: Rudas, Széchenyi, or Lukács Baths.
The digital system launches EU‑wide on 12 October 2025 and rolls out at Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport on 18 November 2025. This mainly affects non‑EU citizens entering the Schengen Area for stays of up to 90 days.
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