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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REPORT
Nov 26, 2025 // CASE #6049

Budapest’s Christmas, Trolleys & Buses: Your 2025 Guide to the Mikulástroli & Mikulásbusz

Every December, Budapest does something gloriously weird: it takes its regular public transport and dresses it up like your Hungarian...
REPORT
Aug 29, 2025 // CASE #5216

Don’t Get Fleeced: Taxis in Budapest, Explained Without the BS

Alright, let’s have a little chat. You’ve just landed at Liszt Ferenc Airport, the Cyrillic-looking Hungarian language is already making...
accesible REPORT
UPDATED: Aug 29, 2025 // CASE #4467

Our Budapest on Wheels: A Local’s Guide to Accessible Adventures (Inspired by a Friend’s Visit)

As a Budapest local, I recently had the pleasure of exploring my city alongside my friend who uses a wheelchair...
BudapestGO REPORT
UPDATED: Aug 29, 2025 // CASE #3761

BudapestGO or Budapest NO-GO? A Local’s Unfiltered Guide to Conquering City Transport

Alright, fellow adventurers, let’s talk about getting around Budapest. This city is a stunner, and its public transport system? Honestly,...
Budapest airport to city center REPORT
UPDATED: Aug 29, 2025 // CASE #3747

Budapest Airport to City Center: My No-Nonsense Local’s Guide to Getting it Right

Szia and welcome to Budapest! Or, as we locals say, Üdvözöllek Budapesten! That first step off the plane into a...
Budapest Card REPORT
UPDATED: Jan 29, 2026 // CASE #3737

My Budapest Card Confession: Worth the Hype for Real Savings? Your Insider Guide

Hey fellow adventurers! I remember my first few trips to Budapest, fumbling with forint for metro tickets, eyes wide at...
Sightseeing REPORT
UPDATED: Aug 29, 2025 // CASE #3606

Is the GetYourGuide Budapest City Sightseeing Bus Worth It? A Local Spills the Beans & Shares Insider Tips

Hello fellow adventurers! As someone who’s lucky enough to call the stunning city of Budapest home, I’ve wandered its grand...
parlament-budapest REPORT
UPDATED: Aug 29, 2025 // CASE #3239

Stress-Free Airport Transfer in Budapest: My Experience with MiniBUD

Even though I know Budapest pretty well, I decided to give the MiniBUD airport transfer a try when I flew...
Budapest Card REPORT
UPDATED: May 15, 2025 // CASE #2022

Why You Should Get the Budapest Card: The Ultimate City Pass for Exploring Budapest

Are you planning a trip to Budapest? There’s no better way to experience the city’s rich culture, history, and attractions...
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