Budapest, Hungary

 

October 2024.

As it was Hungary's Presidency term, our first autumn meeting took us to Budapest.

As I have been to Budapest before, there was not much touristing around, more touristy info here and here. 

Had a lovely reception on a boat cruise on river Danube.

Went to a Michelin mentioned restaurant Hoppa! Bistro. The vibe was great, food was good but not mindblowing. 

As we stayed for a weekend after the work event, moved out of the hotel, and into a very cool and quirky  hostel: Lavender Circus.

Went to the Great Market Hall to hunt some truffles. 

Obviously, ate Langos (still my guilty pleasure)

Hung out at ruin bars

Had a really nice brunch at Fekete cafeteria

Crossed the river and had a stroll at the Buda area!

Went to the Széchenyi Thermal Baths. Not exactly the same as spa-s in Estonia, but very enjoyable, especially the outside area. 

Also, found this small underground bar with live music, Lampas. As Budapest has gotten a lot more pricy than I remembered, this place has the prices I remembered. They are very strict about their closing time tho, when it's closing time, they literally kick you out on the minute.