Tag: Hungary Travel Tips
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Is Budapest Safe for Tourists? Real Safety Tips You Need to Know in 2025
A solo female cyclist reading a map on the Danube promenade in Budapest, with the Buda side in the background — a confident tourist exploring the city. Photo by: Alex Proimos from Sydney, Australia, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons Is Budapest safe? If you’re thinking about traveling to Budapest, especially as a first-time…
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Say Hello in Hungarian: Easy Tips for Polite Greetings Abroad
When you visit Hungary for the first time, one of the simplest gestures you can offer is a polite “hello.” But just like the country’s thermal baths, paprika-rich cuisine, and intricate history, even a basic greeting in Hungary carries layers of meaning. In this article, we’ll explore how to say hello in the Hungarian language,…
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15 + Essential Apps to Make Your Life Easier While Staying in Budapest
Google Play and Apple App Store logos. The image displays the Google Play logo at the top with a colorful play button icon and the words ‘Google Play’ in gray. Below, the Apple App Store badge is shown in black, featuring the Apple logo and the text ‘Available on the App Store. Photo by: Photo…
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Ultimate Guide to Taxi Services: Get Around Budapest with Ease
A yellow Budapest taxi, a Skoda station wagon, driving on a city street with tram tracks. The taxi features black checkered decals, a fare rate of 280 Ft/km, and official taxi markings. In the background, pedestrians walk near a stone wall and traffic lights. Photo by: Renatofigueiredotx, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons. Budapest,…
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Revealing Apple Strudel History: Sweet Swirls & Lost Recipes
Depiction of a historical figure from the Ottoman Empire seated at a lavishly decorated table, enjoying a piece of strudel. Photo by: Photo by: Travel Hungary Now © – All rights reserved – Unauthorized use is prohibited. Apple Strudel History Imagine unraveling a dessert that holds centuries of secrets in its delicate layers. Apple…
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Budapest’s Culinary Scene – Exploring Traditional Hungarian Food & Street Food Scene
Traditional Hungarian goulash served in a rustic bowl, featuring tender beef, vegetables, and a rich paprika-infused broth, garnished with fresh herbs Photo by: RitaE, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons. Budapest, the heart of Hungary, is not only known for its stunning architecture and vibrant cultural scene, but also for its rich and flavorful culinary heritage. Hungarian…
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Hungarian Matyo Embroidery: One Thread of the Cultural Tapestry in Hungary
A beautifully handcrafted Hungarian embroidery tote bag featuring intricate white lacework with vibrant red and green floral patterns. The bag showcases traditional Hungarian motifs, with detailed stitching and delicate cutwork. In the background, Hungarian folk dolls dressed in colorful embroidered costumes add to the cultural charm of the display. Photo by: Photo by – (No…
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Budapest’s Best Coffee & Tea Rooms: A Cozy Retreat in the City
Interior view of the New York Café in Budapest, featuring ornate chandeliers, gilded details, grand arches, and frescoed ceilings, showcasing its luxurious and historic ambiance. Photo by: Sandy Horvath-Dori from Grand Junction, CO, USA, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons. Budapest, a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and stunning architecture, offers a…
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Budapest’s Memento Park & the Red Regime: Revealing Hungary’s Hidden Past
The Mememto Park Statue of Béla Kun memorial was unveiled in 1986 to commemorate the centenary of the birth of the political figure who led Hungary’s brief Republic of Councils. Photo by: Random photos 1989, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons Memento Park (Memento Szoborpark) in Budapest is a unique and evocative open-air museum that offers a…
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Secrets of the Budapest History Museum – Unlocked
The Budapest History Museum housed in Buda Castle, displaying neoclassical architecture with a green dome and grand columns. Photo by: Photo by Fred Romero (CC BY 2.0), via flickr. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50607416012_33e3fc4127_b.jpg. The Budapest History Museum (Budapesti Történeti Múzeum) is a captivating destination for anyone eager to delve into the rich and complex history of Hungary’s capital…
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7 Stunning Budapest Bridges You’ll Love Exploring
One of the Budapest Bridges called Liberty, showcases the intricate green ironwork and the Hungarian coat of arms with the Crown of St. Stephen. The decorative crest sits atop the bridge’s arch, standing against a clear blue sky, symbolizing Hungary’s rich history and architectural elegance. Photo by: Random photos 1989, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons. …