SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Budapest Musical Fountain. How to get there, times shows, tracks Budapest Musical Fountain The Budapest musical fountain, known by the local name of Margitszigeti szökőkút, is one of the places of greatest appeal of the splendid Margaret Island, in the city of Budapest. Beautiful and evocative, has been recognized, with the neighbor Tower tank, UNESCO site. The island is truly wonderful: an incredible green lung within the city, where you can spend a couple of hours, and even more, in relaxation and absolute peace. Inside the island, the wonderful Musical Fountain, makes it almost like a mistress, with its jets of water that move to the rhythm of classical music. There are shows visible from morning to night; obviously, the most suggestive ones are after sunset, when the fountain is illuminated by colors that change constantly. The highlight is represented by the last 21:00 show, in which the complete musical billboard is reproduced. Obviously, who had been in Barcelona, will not have much difficulty in making similarities with the Magic Fountain of Montjuic; well, the two fountains are very similar, at least from the point of view of the show. PRACTICAL INFO HOW TO GET TO BUDAPEST MUSICAL FOUNTAIN The fountain is located on the south side of the island Margaret Bridge, near the Athletic Center Margitszigeti Atlétikai Centrum Szigetklub.It is accessible by numerous means: the bus 26 First of all, one of the few vehicles that can penetrate the island, which we remember, is almost entirely pedestrian.I tram N. 2 e 4, they cross and stop a Margitsziget / Margit híd: cross the small bridge, and after a few minutes walk you reach the destination.We also point out that the fountain is located near the Ferry Terminal, where several boats dock. TIMETABLE AND PROGRAM From 26/05/2018, the program has been completely revised in the schedules and, above all, in the lineup of the songs in the program. The show starts from 11:00 with a musical repertoire dedicated to children; replicated a second time, during the day, at 16:00. From 12:00, every hour, there will be reduced shows up to 20:00. During these shows, only 4 tracks will be played. At 21:00, instead, there will be the complete final show, with a rich show and lots of music. The fountain usually operates from May to October. In 2025, the fountain is scheduled to be activated starting from Thursday, May 1st. THE 21 HOURS SHOW Every day at 9:00 PM sharp, the full show of the Musical Fountain Budapest begins. The official lineup of the 2024 9:00 PM show is as follows: Avicii: Addicted To YouCalvin Harris – Sam Smith: PromisesBizet: Carmen – HabaneraGuns N’ Roses: Sweet Child O’ MineMozart: Kis éji zeneJohann Strauss: Radetzky indulóSteppenwolf: Born to be WildProjektoros Vetítés I.- Híres MagyarokJustin Timberlake: Can’t Stop The FeelingEd Sheeran: Shape Of YouColdplay: ParadiseBrahms: Magyar táncok – 1. tételifj. Johann Strauss: Kék Duna keringőAndrea Bocelli: Time To Say GoodbyeLiszt: LiebestraumProjektoros Vetítés II. – Budapest Tánclépésben *All information is for indicative purposes only and should not be considered official. Appointments may be subject to change. We therefore invite you to consult the official website for all updates. All trademarks and names contained herein belong to their respective owners. Leave a comment The City Airport Get in Getting around Tram Buda Castle Funicular Public transport tickets City Card What to see Holidays with Kids Christmas Markets Central Market Hungary General Info Airports Destinazioni Events, Festivals Drive in Hungary When to go Reservations Hotels Rooms Rental Car Tour, Experiences Map of the place Share the post
Budapest Central Market
SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Budapest Central Market. Opening hours, how to arrive Budapest Central Market An unmissable place where nothing is missing. Meat, sweets, spices, souvenirs, refreshment points… The Budapest Central Market (Nagycsarnok) known as one of the obligatory stops during a vacation in Budapest. That it is, also, only for a Weekend. The Central Market in Budapest is not just a place teeming with stalls, suitable for bargaining. First of all, it is one of the largest indoor markets in Europe.It is housed, among other things, in a building of the 1897 that, thanks to the restoration of the centenary, have brought it back to its former glory. It is also ideal for stopping for lunch. On the first floor, in fact, you will find many bars and restaurants in which to stop. The value for money is really good. Not just a simple market. Here, there is also the story of a city and an entire people.A beautiful place to see, with the products, sometimes, arranged as real works of art. On the ground floor, you will find many booths for your purchases. Genuine and fresh products.In the basement, however, you will find the fish market and a supermarket. Also recommended for those who do not like the markets, even just for a simple walk. PRACTICAL INFO HOW TO GET Budapest Central Market is located in the 5th district, in Kiskörút. In a rather central position, it can be easily reached with the efficient public transport of the capital.By metro, use the line 4, and get off at the nearby Fővám tér stop.Alternatively, you will find the station of the 47, 48 and 49 lines of the Tram. BUDAPEST CENTRAL MARKET OPENING HOURS The Market is open all year round at the following times:Monday, from 06:00 to 17:00.From Tuesday to Friday, from 06:00 to 18:00.Saturday, from 06:00 to 15:00.Closed on Sundays. WHAT TO SEE AND WHAT TO BUY AT THE MARKET Tokaji, or Tokaj, is one of the most famous and appreciated Hungarian wines. At the Central Market Hall in Budapest you might find a few bottles to take home as souvenirs.Spices, and especially paprika, are quite popular at this market. Among the unmissable products is of course Langos, a true culinary specialty of the place. It is a sort of fried pancake or focaccia made with yeast, water, flour and salt. Excellent both in the savoury version (the best) and in the sweet version. You can taste it at one of the many stands on the upper floor of the Market, even if the prices are much higher than elsewhere! Given the location and ease of access, we recommend reaching the location on foot or by public transport. A private car is not recommended. *All information is for information purposes only and should not be considered official. Appointments may be subject to change. Therefore, we invite you to consult the official website for all updates. All trademarks and names contained herein belong to their respective owners. The City Airport Get In Getting around Tram Buda Castle Funicular Public Transport Tickets City Card What to see Holidays with Kids Christmas Markets Musical Fountain Hungary General Info Airports Destinazioni Events, Festivals Drive in Hungary When to go Reservations Hotels Rooms Rental Car Tour, Experiences Map of the market Share the post
Budapest City Card
SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Budapest City Card. Info, transports, attractions. Types and prices Budapest City Card Getting around in Budapest by public transport is simple, and quite cheap. Especially if compared to cities like London and Paris. Budapest City Card combines the convenience of unlimited public transport, the opportunity to visit for free, or with large discounts, over 100 tourist attractions; Budapest’s best museums, spas, bars, restaurants and even hammams are included.Hungarian National Gallery, Museum of Fine Arts, History Museum, Lukács spas, are some of the must-see attractions included in the card. The city card also allows you to use the renowned ones tramlines 2, 4 and 6 that run through the most beautiful and significant places in the city. So you can enjoy the beauties of the old town from the window of a vintage vehicle, often dated, and, precisely for this reason, really suggestive.It also includes two free walking tours, lasting about 150 minutes. A tour leaves from Buda at 14:00. Another, starts from Pest at 10:30. Budapest City Card is available in five different sizes, depending on the duration. We recommend it for the price, the number of attractions included (including access to the thermal baths) and the possibility to avoid queues at the counters. PRACTICAL INFO WHAT INCLUDES Here, below, what is included in the single Budapest City Card, regardless of the cut purchased: Free and unlimited use of public transport (except 100E Bus, funicular and boats). Free or discounted admission to more than 30 museums and attractions. An access to the Lukács thermal baths. Two free guided tours. Discounts on around 100 different services (spa museums, places of interest, events, guided tours and restaurants). Free Budapest City Card brochure. Free download of the Pocket Guide app. CUTS AND PRICES Budapest Card is available in five different standard types which differ depending on the duration. The 24 hours card costs 39€; the 48 Hours card costs 53€; the 72 hours card costs 69€; the card from 96h, costs 87€. The 120h card costs 96€. Big news, however, the brand new one CARD PLUS. Available exclusively in the 72h version, it offers all the advantages of the standard card, plus some exclusive benefits. Among these, free admission to the funicular to the Buda Castle, an airport shuttle, a Danube cruise it’s a typical dessert at the Molnar! It costs 99€ per person. WHERE TO BUY THE BUDAPEST CITY CARD You can buy your Budapest Card, conveniently from home, through this link. As soon as you land at the airport, you can pick it up directly at the Budapestinfo, located in Terminals 2A and 2B. Alternatively, you can pick up your card at the following points in the city:Budapestinfo Point on Sütő Street.Budapest District 5 Sütő u. 2 (Deák Square metro station, lines M1, M2, M3). *All information is for information purposes only and should not be considered official. Appointments may be subject to change. We therefore invite you to consult the official website for all updates. All trademarks and names contained herein belong to their respective owners. The City Airport Get In Getting around Tram Buda Castle Funicular Public Transport Tickets What to see Holidays with Kids Christmas Markets Musical Fountain Central Market Hungary General Info Airports Destinazioni Events, Festivals Drive in Hungary When to go Reservations Hotels Rooms Rental Car Tour, Experiences map of the city Share the post
Sziget Festival
SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Sziget Festival 2025, 06th to 11th August. Best Hungary Events Sziget Festival 2025 WHERE: Budapest, HungaryWHEN: from 06th to 11th August 2025 Who said that August is synonymous with beach holidays? Sziget Festival it represents the best answer to those who are looking for an alternative destination to the classic summer holidays. For a week, in the middle of August, you will discover the evocative charm of the Island of Liberty, or Obuda; a fluvial island surrounded by the waters of the Danube.A spectacular location in the heart of Budapest. The island of Obuda is a natural park that, during this period, turns into a parallel world made of music, theater, visual arts, installations and much more. Art and music are, therefore, the extraordinary protagonists of one of the most popular summer events. It is no coincidence that, every year, hundreds of thousands of visitors take part in this event. Boys and girls from all over the world, all united under one banner. In fact, Sziget Festival is characterized by the spirit of peace and brotherhood, which makes the atmosphere truly unique and magical. Photo, 2008 Gergely Csatari Sziget Festival boasts the presence of around 60 structures, and more or less large stages, which host world-renowned artists and great international promises. Precisely on these stages, during the previous editions, figures such as David Bowie, Foo Fighters, Oasis, The Cure, The Prodigy, The Chemical Brothers, Lou Reed, Muse, Manu Chao, Radiohead and many others have risen. The festival, born in the 1993, reaches its XXIX edition. He has been honored, over the years, with numerous awards, reflecting the quality of the event. In the 2015 he won the European Festival Awards for the best line up. In the 2012 and 2014 it was voted best European Festival in the “big festivals” category. Art Of Freedom, is the collection of visual and spectacular installations; colorful sculptures and stunning artistic projects. Art Of Freedom contains the creative projects of all those who want to show off their talent on the island of Liberty. Sziget Festival is a wonderful experience. It’s the best opportunity to have fun, listen to good music and experience a beautiful city like Budapest. PRACTICAL INFO HOW TO GET Thanks to the Budapest-Ferihegy International Airport, the city can be easily reached by direct flight from major European and non-European cities. The center is just 16 km, and can be reached by bus and train. Through our official page all the practical information on the airport, connections and tickets for public transport are available. Getting around the city by public transport is convenient and economical. From the center, with the H5 line of the suburban train, you arrive at the entrance to the island of Obuda. The nearest stop is “Filatorigát“. The frequency of runs varies from 10 to 15 minutes (in the evening). Info and tickets to move, from this link. Photo, 2012 Derzsi Elekes Andor PROGRAM SZIGET FESTIVAL 2025 There are many international guests at the 2025 edition. As per tradition, numerous musical genres will be represented: ranging from pop to rock, via electronics and techno. Main Stage is the beating heart of the Festival, where the largest and most important stage is set up. Fans of Techno, EDM and electronic music can go wild at the Bolt Party Arena. Guaranteed entertainment all night long, until dawn, with guests interactions and young DJs. Colosseum is a spectacular amphitheater with a very unique stage (with the head of a giant gladiator). Electronic music and lots of special effects await you here, from noon until 05:00 in the morning. Music, but also lots of entertainment over the 6 days of the Festival. From morning until late at night! Fascinating circus art and the best jugglers await you at Cirque du Sziget. Contemporary dance, innovative shows and theater will enliven the Theater and Dance Corner. And, again, traveling fairs, sports and outdoor games, challenges, beach activities… A truly rich and varied programme, suitable for all tastes. TICKETS 2025 As per tradition, and in line with the main world festivals, tickets will be sold in limited sequences, with increasing prices. Buy first, pay less! The ideal would be to purchase the ticket in the SZITIZEN PRIME version. These are tickets offered in the first 25 hours of the opening of the sale; the price is really discounted. If you are not among the lucky ones, you can buy tickets at the EARLY BIRD rate. The 3 DAY PASS allows you to access, at your choice, the Sziget Festival 2025 for three consecutive days. It includes basic camping, with the possibility of camping in all designated areas with the use of toilets and showers. It costs 198€ per person in the standard version, and 377€ in the VIP version. FULL FESTIVAL PASS is the solution to fully experience the Festival. Access for all days of the event, and Basic camping included (you can camp anywhere on the island and also use the showers and toilets). The price is 324€ standard (261€ up to 21 years old), and 555€ VIP. The VIP versions of the day ticket and season tickets offer exclusive services such as wifi, premium bathrooms, exclusive areas. All tickets price include taxes and commissions. Photo ©, Derzsi Elekes Andor LINEUP 2025 Here is the list of the main artists who will perform at the festival: Wednesday 05th: Charli XCX • Papa Roach • 999999999 • Fatima Hajji • I Hate Models • Kenya Grace • Kiss of Life • Palaye Royale, Røri. Thursday 07th: Shawn Mendes • Boris Brejcha • Justice • Nelly Furtado • Balu Brigada • Co Lee • Horsegiirl • Noga Erez • S10. Friday 08th: A$ap Rocky • Ahadadreams • Ash Olsen • Blossoms • Carlita • Ekkstacy • Honeyluv • Hot Since 82 • Scarlet Pleasure. Saturday 09th: Anyma • Adriatique • Bedouin • Dixon • Elefánt • Helado Negro • Hermanos Gutiérrez
CAFe Budapest
CAFe Budapest Festival, from 04 to 20 October 2019, Contemporary Art WHERE: Budapest, Hungary. WHEN: 04 – 20 October 2019 CAFe Budapest is, by now, one of the top names in the panorama of autumn events. The name should not be confusing as it stands for the acronym of Contemporary Art Festival. And we are probably facing the most important contemporary arts festival in Hungary. This year the 28a edition is celebrated, with over 200 events in 45 different locations. A program, as usual, very rich, during the 17 days of the CAF and Budapest Festival. It ranges from contemporary classical music, popular music, jazz, visual art, theater, and much more. The CAFe Budapest Festival will focus on the work of Béla Bartók and the art and artists of the Baltic States. For the edition 2019, the CAFe Budapest Festival will boast some “related affiliates events” such as world music festival in Budapest Rhythm, the Art Market Budapest, Human Voice. An event of great prestige that is also an excellent excuse for a holiday in Budapest, a city of great charm and charm. PRACTICAL INFORMATION HOW TO GET The CAF and Budapest 2019 Festival will take place in over 40 locations scattered throughout the city. Müpa Budapest, Liszt Academy, BMC, Akvárium Klub, A38 Ship, the Várkert Bazar (Castle Garden Bazaar), Vigadó, Uránia National Film Theater. A really wide list, including museums, theaters, clubs. To reach the various locations, you can use the excellent public transport. An efficient network of rail and road transport links in a capillary way the three great areas that characterize the city, namely Buda, Obuda and Pest. Thanks to it, anyone can move around Budapest without any problem. With the convenient Budapest Card, you can also travel on all means of transport and visit Budapest’s sights and attractions. All the info on vehicles and tickets, from this link. PROGRAM AND SCHEDULE CAFe BUDAPEST 2019 You can choose from about 200 events, one that suits your tastes. Seventeen days with concerts, theater performances, film festivals, dances and much more. It starts on 04 pace with Budapest, and exhibitions at the Ludwig Museum and the Metropolitan Szabó Ervin Library. At 19:00, meet at MUPA Budapest – Theater Festival with Dr.Nest. Business 3900Ft to 6900Ft. Tracks the following day Here are some of the events to report: 07/10. At the Concert Hall of the Budapest Music Center, the show Human Voice 2.1 Card for sale at 2000 Ft. 11/10. At 20:00, the extraordinary spectacle MYOSUIC Dimitri De Perrot, theTrafó House of Contemporary Arts. Ticket price, 2800 Ft. 17/10. The awaited event Only Lovers Left Alive multifaceted Jozef van Wissem. Meet at 20:00 at the A38 Ship Concert Hall. Price, 4500Ft. 19/10. La premiere di Feledi Project, O rpheus / Revenge (Electra), dalle 20 alMüpa Budapest – Festival Theater 20/10. The “dessert” of succulent CAFe Budapest 2018. The last shows with Ledpuppets Ukiyo, at 14:30 and 16:00; Mini Festival 4.4 P esti Vigadó – Northern Hall. And, of course, the grand finale concert at MUPA Budapest – Béla Bartók National Concert Hall. TICKETS The price of the tickets vary according to the event and the location. Tickets can be purchased on the official website, at the ticket offices of the Müpa Budapest, or the tourist centers. WHERE TO SLEEP Budapest is a city with an excellent accommodation offer, and excellent value for money. You will stay in excellent facilities, centrally located, without spending too much. Our advice is to find accommodation near public transport. In this way, you can easily move and easily reach the headquarters of the CAF and Budapest Festival. Centrally located in Budapest, 1 is a minute’s walk from Blaha Lujza Square M2 Metro Station and 800 meters from Dohany Street Synagogue. Omega Guesthouse Budapest offers free WiFi. All rooms have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom and a shared kitchen. Double rooms starting from about 40€ per night. Book from here at the best price. Hollo offers self-catering studios within easy reach of the city center and the metro station. Hollo Apartment offers accommodation in 400 m. Dohany Street Synagogue and the Opera House are featured at the apartment. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Excellent value, quality-price, with prices equal to about 50€ per night. Info and reservations from this link.