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See. Budapest Wine Festival Enjoy free tastings and music performances at Buda Castle, September 9-12. Mihály Kolodko miniatures Discover bronze miniatures by a Hungarian-Ukrainian guerrilla artist scattered around Budapest. 46° Balaton Borbusz Take a hop-on, hop-off bus tour to visit wineries around Lake Balaton. Egri Minaret Ascend 98 narrow steps for panoramic views of Eger from Europe's northernmost minaret.

Eat. low-intervention wine scene Explore Budapest's new trend of adventurous winemakers and relaxed bars. Egri Bikavér Taste this strong red wine, also known as Bull's Blood, in Eger.

Stay. Budapest's historic Jewish Quarter (District VII) Base yourself here to experience the original ruin bar scene.

Lonely PlanetAug 28, 2026

The Best Christmas Markets in Europe

Get planning your festive season with this guide to this year

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  • Grand-PlaceMarketBrussels, Belgiumstrikingly lit square with a fabulous tree
  • Schloss HellbrunnAttractionSalzburg, Austriamarket with carollers, handicraft stalls, and Christmas train
  • SenaatintoriNeighborhoodHelsinki, Finlandmarket on elegant 19th-century square
  • StriezelmarktMarketDresden, Germanyhas enraptured folk since 1434
  • Nuremberg's marketMarketNuremberg, Germanytwo million visit
  • Innsbruck's medieval old town marketsMarketInnsbruck, Austriafolk bands play and chalets sell decorations
  • Hellbrunn's baroque palaceSightSalzburg, Austriapairs Christmas markets with northern lights
  • Ravenna GorgeSightSchluchsee, GermanyChristmas market in the snowy Black Forest
  • RathausSightVienna, Austriamarket in front of the neo-Gothic building
  • SpittelbergQuarterVienna, Austriaromantic market in narrow Biedermeier lanes
  • Schloss SchönbrunnSightVienna, Austriamarket on the grounds with a magnificent tree
  • Golden RoofAttractionInnsbruck, Austriahuge tree glitters in front of it
  • MarktplatzNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriatraditional fairground rides and puppet shows
  • KiebachgasseNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriafairytale-themed street
  • Maria-Theresien-StrasseNeighborhoodInnsbruck, Austriamarket stalls and trees packed with twinkling lights
  • Hellbrunn Advent MagicMarketSalzburg, Austriaheld at Salzburg's Schloss Hellbrunn
  • Place de BrouckèreNeighborhoodBrussels, Belgiumice and curling rinks and a merry-go-round
  • Pl Sainte-CatherineNeighborhoodBrussels, Belgiummarket spreads out here for shopping
  • Zagreb’sMarketZagreb, Croatiaright up there with Europe’s finest
  • FuliranjeMarketZagreb, Croatiamarket for carols, concerts, crafts and DJs
  • Ban Jelačić SqNeighborhoodZagreb, Croatiasnack on hot chestnuts and licitars
  • Winchester’s Christmas marketMarketWinchester, United Kingdomin the cathedral’s historic grounds
  • Raekoja platsNeighborhoodTallinn, Estoniaenormous tree towering above quaint wooden chalets
  • AleksanterinkatuNeighborhoodHelsinki, Finlandfestivities kick off with switching on the lights
  • Colmar in AlsaceNeighborhoodColmar, Francegingerbready, half-timbered old town hosts six markets
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Lonely PlanetAug 26

Europe in Shoulder Season: 11 of the Best Cities to See This September and October

See the dreamy bits of Europe, without the crowds and intense heat, by visiting in September or October.

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  • AcropolisAttractionAthens, GreeceAncient site, better to climb in September.
  • AlfamaNeighborhoodLisbon, PortugalNeighborhood with fado music.
  • Roman ForumAttractionRome, ItalySite to visit in cooler September and October weather.
  • Charles BridgeSightPrague, CzechiaIconic bridge offering great views.
  • Budapest Wine FestivalFestivalBudapest, HungaryA Budapest Borfesztivál világviszonylatban is különleges, évente több száz kiállítót felvonultató és több tízezer…
  • Alban HillsSightMarino, ItalyThe 950 m (3,120 ft) high Monte Cavo forms a highly visible peak in the centre of the caldera, but the highest point is…
  • AlchemistRestaurantCopenhagen, DenmarkGastronomy, drama, art and spectacular visuals blend to create the Alchemist universe.
  • MotelXFestivalLisbon, PortugalCult horror film fest.
  • Caixa AlfamaFestivalLisbon, PortugalLive fado music festival.
  • European Heritage DaysFestivalLisbon, PortugalFree tours of iconic buildings.
  • Good Food FestivalFestivalDubrovnik, CroatiaKeeps things deliciously local in October.
  • Széchenyi BathsSightBudapest, HungaryFamous thermal baths to sink into.
  • OktoberfestFestivalBudapest, HungaryTakes place in October.
  • Art Market BudapestFestivalBudapest, HungaryContemporary art fair in October.
  • Dvořák Music FestivalFestivalPrague, CzechiaCultural highlight in autumn.
  • Prague Signal FestivalFestivalPrague, CzechiaLights up the city with art and sound.
  • Amsterdam Fashion WeekFestivalAmsterdam, The NetherlandsBoth established brands and starting designers show their collections.
  • UdtrykGalleryCopenhagen, Denmark
  • Jordaan FestivalFestivalAmsterdam, The Netherlands
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National GeographicAug 13

These Are the Most Exciting Experiences in Budapest Right Now

As summer draws to a close in the Hungarian capital, the trees on Castle Hill start glowing with amber leaves, locals promenade along the Danube, enjoying the still-warm days, and events celebrate the ...

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  • Budapest Wine FestivalFestivalTakes place at Buda Castle from 9 to 12 September.
  • Mihály Kolodko miniaturesSightBronze figurines scattered around the city, some are recreations.
  • MarlouRestaurantWine bar with exposed brick walls behind the State Opera House.
  • LukácsSightThermal bathhouse known for healing waters and guest gratitude plaques.
  • Kádár ÉtkezdeRestaurantReopened restaurant serving traditional Jewish stews since 1957.
  • Vörös NeonNightclubCabaret bar on Dob utca with live concerts and drag shows.
  • Bartók Béla útNeighborhoodLeafy avenue in South Buda, now a creative corner.
  • KeletMuseumLibrary-cafe on Bartók Béla út for coffee.
  • Nor/ma bakeryBakeryBakery on Bartók Béla út selling kakaós csiga.
  • DanubeSightIt flows through Central and Southeastern Europe, from the Black Forest of Germany south through the Danube Delta in…
  • City ParkSightUrban park with Heroes' Square, Vajdahunyad Castle, and museums.
  • Heroes' SquareSightThe city's biggest square, displaying statues of Hungary's greats.
  • Vajdahunyad CastleAttractionFairytale-like castle located within City Park.
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The GuardianAug 10

A slow, boozy bus tour of Hungary’s secret vineyards

The spa town of Balatonfüred is a bucolic gem for sailors, hikers … and wine lovers. A new hop-on, hop-off bus tour offers a chance to get a taste of its little-known wineries The 90-minute train journey south-west from Budapest to the spa town of Balatonfüred unveils a landscape that segues from gritty industrial compounds to long sweeps of golden sunflowers and fields of pale grain. The carri…

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  • Lake BalatonSightCentral Europe's largest freshwater lake.
  • 46° Balaton BorbuszPlaceHop-on, hop-off bus tour to local vineyards.
  • Mórocz PinceRestaurantWinery with traminer and merlot rosé specialties.
  • BaloghRestaurantWinery located down the hill from Mórocz Pince.
  • Gazdag PinceRestaurantWinery with a focus on wines the owner wants to drink.
  • Madaras PinceRestaurantWinery known for genius cross-breeding of grape varieties.
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Atlas ObscuraAug 7

Egri Minaret in Eger, Hungary

The northernmost surviving minaret in mainland Europe is a very claustrophobic reminder of the 16th- and 17th-century Ottoman occupation of Hungary. Ascend the 98 very cosy steps for a view over the surrounding town. The 40-metre-high tower, that now stands alone on the corner of an old town street in Eger, was once part of a mosque established by the Ottomans during their rule of the city in t…

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Lonely PlanetAug 4

Things to know before visiting Budapest

These hints and tips will save you time, money and potential embarrassment when you visit Budapest, from avoiding fines to tipping your server.

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  • Fisherman’s BastionAttractionSights Fisherman’s Bastion is a stunning architectural marvel in Buda Castle District Budapest.
  • Palace DistrictMuseumMagyarországon a kortárs képzőművészet nagy múltú nemzeti intézménye a XIX.
  • Budapest PrideFestivalGets bigger every year with thousands joining in solidarity.
  • Swiss ClinicPlaceFogyás orvosi támogatással Az elhízás nem kudarc, hanem kezelhető állapot!
  • BKKPlaceOfficial public transport agency app.
  • CitymapperPlaceApp for navigating the city.
  • Castle HillNeighborhood
  • First MedPlace
  • BoltPlace
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Lonely PlanetJul 29

The best sleeper-train journeys across Europe

The movement to make travel more sustainable has boosted demand for sleeper trains. Here are nine routes that get you to a new destination by dawn.

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  • ChopinPublic artworkMunich, Germanynight train from Munich to Warsaw
  • Intercity NottePlaceItalynight train services run by Trenitalia
  • European SleeperPlaceBrussels, Belgiumservice from Brussels to Berlin and Prague
  • EuroNightPlaceZurich, Switzerlandservice from Zürich to Zagreb
  • Night Riviera SleeperPlaceLondon, United Kingdomsouthwest from London’s Paddington Station to Penzance
  • Caledonian SleeperPlaceLondon, United Kingdomtrain from Euston Station to Scotland
  • Ben NevisTrailScotland, United KingdomUK's highest peak and one of Scotland's best-loved hikes
  • Swedish RailwaysPlaceGermanyEuroNight route between Germany and Sweden
  • SnälltågetPlaceBerlin, Germanyseasonal night services from Berlin and Hamburg to Stockholm
  • IsterPlaceBudapest, Hungaryovernight adventure from Budapest to Bucharest
  • Trondheim to BodøPlaceTrondheim, Norwayovernight trip in Norway
  • Petit Train JaunePlaceLatour-de-Carol, Francescenic, narrow-gauge train from Latour-de-Carol
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Lonely PlanetJul 23

The best day trips from Budapest

Explore beyond the city limits and see the Hungarian countryside on these delightful day trips from Budapest.

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  • Eger CastleParkEger, HungaryLegendary bastion that held out against the Turkish invasion.
  • Valley of Beautiful WomenSightEger, HungaryHillside cellars for tasting Eger wines.
  • LyceumMuseumEger, HungaryHistoric building with baroque library and astronomy museum.
  • Esztergom BasilicaSightEsztergom, HungaryEnormous domed church rising high above the town and river.
  • PadlizsánRestaurantEsztergom, HungaryCafe with a dramatic courtyard.
  • Lake BalatonSightBalatonfüred, HungaryLargest lake in central Europe, popular summer destination.
  • PantheonSightBalatonfüred, HungaryWall with placards of illustrious past visitors.
  • Visegrád citadelSightVisegrád, Hungary13th-century fortress with dizzying views over the Danube.
  • Visegrád CastleSightVisegrád, HungaryRomantic ruins of a 15th-century Renaissance palace.
  • pálinka museumMuseumVisegrád, HungaryLearn how Hungary's famous fruit brandy is made and tastes.
  • Prímás PinceRestaurantEsztergom, Hungary
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BBC TravelJul 17

'NonnaMaxxing': Tourists are paying to travel like grandmothers

Whether it's making pasta with an Italian nonna or sightseeing with a gran in Japan, Gen-Zers and millennials are increasingly seeking out granny-led travel experiences.

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National GeographicJul 14

Hungary: a landlocked country full of water

Water runs through life in Hungary like no other place I have seen. In Budapest, the Danube River is an artery of the city, crossed by bridges and carrying barges and boats. Lake Balaton is the ...

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  • Danube RiverSightBudapest, HungaryArtery of Budapest, crossed by bridges.
  • ParliamentSightBudapest, HungaryNeo-Gothic architectural beauty in Budapest.
  • Buda CastleAttractionBudapest, HungaryGrand architectural beauty in Budapest.
  • Széchenyi Chain BridgeSightBudapest, HungarySweeping bridge in Budapest.
  • Fisherman’s BastionAttractionBudapest, HungarySights Fisherman’s Bastion is a stunning architectural marvel in Buda Castle District Budapest.
  • Lake BalatonSightBalaton, HungaryCentral Europe's largest lake, 147 miles of shoreline.
  • Lake HévízSightHévíz, HungaryOne of Hungary's first known spas.
  • Füzér CastleSightFüzér, Hungary13th-century castle built around a deep well.
  • The Dock BarRestaurantBudapest, Hungary
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The GuardianJul 13

My search for the perfect ruin bar in Budapest

These cool, cheap bars in old abandoned buildings became popular in the 2000s – and then tourists moved in. I went hunting for the bohemian spirit of the originals ‘Many ruin bars seem to be just tourist traps now,” says artist István, standing outside Instant-Fogas complex, which calls itself Europe’s biggest ruin pub, but looks more like a mammoth nightclub with several dancefloors. “These ba…

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Atlas ObscuraMay 14

Snail Parliament in Keszthely, Hungary

The seat of Hungarian Parliament and home to the crown jewels is often referred to as the jewel on the Danube and with good reason. It is a stunning piece of neo-Gothic architecture from 1906 and was inspired by, but far outshines, the Houses of Parliament in London. It is a gorgeously ornate building both inside and out, and it is an iconic location in central Budapest. One woman was so enamou…

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 10

Your 2026 Sports Travel Bucket List, From Milan to Mexico

From Wimbledon to the Melbourne Cup, here’s your month-by-month guide to the year’s must-see sporting events around the globe.

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  • Six Nations RugbyFestivalLondon, United KingdomEurope's premier rugby tournament uniting six storied nations.
  • Australian OpenFestivalMelbourne, AustraliaKicks off the year's tennis calendar with sun-splashed courts.
  • Hard Rock StadiumSightMiami Gardens, United StatesHosts the coronation game of the college football season.
  • X GamesFestivalAspen, United StatesHosts skiers, snowboarders, and snowmobile athletes.
  • Australian Grand PrixFestivalMelbourne, AustraliaFormula 1 season opener with high-speed drama.
  • Final FourFestivalIndianapolis, United StatesCulmination of March Madness, college basketball.
  • Masters TournamentFestivalAugusta, United StatesElegant rite of spring marked by meticulous course conditions.
  • Boston MarathonFestivalBoston, United StatesWorld's oldest annual marathon embodying perseverance and heart.
  • Kentucky DerbyMuseumLouisville, United StatesMost recognizable event in American horse racing.
  • Champions League FinalFestivalBudapest, HungaryCulminating match of European club football.
  • French OpenFestivalParis, FranceOnly Grand Slam played on clay courts.
  • 2026 FIFA World CupFestivalMexico City, MexicoFirst edition to feature 48 teams across three countries.
  • NBA FinalsFestivalNew York, United StatesDetermines the league champion through a best-of-seven series.
  • US OpenFestivalSouthampton, United StatesOne of golf’s four major championships.
  • WimbledonFestivalLondon, United KingdomOldest tennis tournament in the world defined by traditions.
  • British Grand PrixFestivalSilverstone, United KingdomOne of Formula 1’s longest-running races.
  • PalioFestivalSiena, ItalyHistoric horse race contested between Siena’s districts.
  • WNBA All-Star WeekendFestivalChicago, United StatesHighlights the league’s top players and women's basketball growth.
  • Commonwealth GamesPublic artworkGlasgow, United KingdomEvent structured around shared histories, bringing athletes together.
  • 2026 Winter OlympicsFestivalMilan, ItalyAlpine, skating, and ice competitions set against Dolomites.
  • Super Bowl LXFestivalSanta Clara, United StatesAmerica's unofficial national holiday, sport and cultural showcase.
  • T20 World CupFestivalMumbai, IndiaCricket's fastest format with explosive batting and stadiums.
  • Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter GamesFestivalMilan, ItalyShowcases athletes competing in six para-sports.
  • Tour de FranceFestivalParis, FranceSpans 21 stages across varied terrain.
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Condé Nast TravelerDec 25, 2025

Where Was 'The Testament of Ann Lee' Filmed?

It took a village to build a village for the Shakers in Hungary, far from their original stomping grounds in Upstate New York.

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  • BudapestRestaurantBook a room for a taste of true Hungarian art and design.
  • QuakersPlace of worshipClick here to SUBMIT it to our WEEKLY NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter DONATE to Brooklyn Meeting Quakers | Our…
  • Hancock Shaker VillageMuseumInteractive Shaker village in the Berkshires region of Massachusetts.
  • The Shaker MuseumMuseumHad an automated apple corer used in the film.
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Condé Nast TravelerNov 14, 2025

Where Was 'Now You See Me: Now You Don't' Filmed?

Some sleight of hand was used to spin all sorts of Europe out of Budapest.

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National GeographicMay 2, 2023

Cafe culture: celebrating 20 of Europe's greatest cafes

Cafes are part of the fabric of European culture. For centuries they’ve been where political rebellions have started, and where writers, artists and other great thinkers have exchanged ideas. The ...

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  • Schwarzes CaféPubBerlin, GermanyOpen 24 hours, popular for breakfasts.
  • Café SacherCaféVienna, AustriaFamous for its original Sachertorte chocolate cake.
  • Café de la PaixRestaurantParis, FranceHistoric site with gold columns and frescoes.
  • Sally Lunn'sRestaurantBath, United KingdomServes Bath buns in one of the oldest houses.
  • Pastéis de BelémRestaurantLisbon, PortugalSells 20,000 pastéis de nata daily.
  • Bewley's Grafton StreetCaféDublin, IrelandShop Bewley's tea & coffee online and enjoy sustainable Fairtrade products roasted locally in Ireland.
  • Antico Caffe GrecoRestaurantRome, ItalyRome's oldest coffee shop, decorated with paintings.
  • Caffè FlorianCaféVenice, ItalyWorld's oldest operating coffee house.
  • Cafe PushkinRestaurantMoscow, RussiaRestaurant with 19th-century Russian aristocrat's home decor.
  • Grand CafeRestaurantOslo, NorwayMural depicts Munch and Ibsen.
  • Mackintosh at The WillowCaféGlasgow, United KingdomOnly remaining tea room by Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
  • Kavarna SlaviaCaféPrague, CzechiaOffers views of Prague Castle and Charles Bridge.
  • Cafe GijónCaféMadrid, SpainMeeting point for writers and artists.
  • Café AméricainCaféAmsterdam, The NetherlandsClassic art deco interiors with Tiffany lamps.
  • Café GerbeaudCaféBudapest, HungaryOne of Budapest's best patisseries.
  • Cafe MajesticRestaurantPorto, PortugalCurving marble facade with cherub sculptures.
  • Café CentralCaféVienna, AustriaViennese landmark frequented by intellectuals.
  • Cafe ProcopeRestaurantParis, FranceCredited with popularising cafe culture in France.
  • New York CafeCaféBudapest, HungaryOpulent space restored with gold leaf and murals.
  • Conditori La GlaceBakeryCopenhagen, DenmarkOldest pastry shop in Copenhagen.
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