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Budapest to Become One of Europe’s Least Billboard-Cluttered Capitals

From giant billboards to advertising mesh covering buildings, many forms of outdoor advertising could disappear from Budapest under a major new cityscape initiative.

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City Park Could Go Greener and Car-Free Under New Plans

Visitors heading to Budapest’s City Park -right behind Heroes' Square- in the coming years can expect to see more green space and fewer fenced-off areas, following a recent decision that will reshape the future of one of the capital’s most popular parks.

Culture

Explore the Renewed Citadella on Budapest’s Night of Museums

This year’s Night of Museums comes just months after the Citadella reopened to visitors following a major multi-year restoration project. This Saturday will be the perfect opportunity to experience the renewed Citadella.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger in Budapest - credit: index.hu

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sharon Stone Film Shoot Shuts Down Part of Budapest Metro

Budapest's Metro Line 2 will be partially closed this weekend due to a film production reportedly starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sharon Stone, creating significant travel disruptions at the same time as one of the city's busiest annual cultural events

Culture
Budapesti mesék, Budapest Tales - BKV

Hidden Transport Stories in a New Museum Exhibition

“Budapest Tales,” a new underground exhibition showcases ten memorable chapters from Budapest’s rich transport heritage.

Culture
Bengáli nosztalgiavillamos, photo: Kemenymate

Historic Trams, Buses and Cogwheel Railway Return This June

Ride century-old trams, iconic Ikarus buses and even a rare open-top bus as Budapest’s beloved nostalgia transport services return throughout June with scenic routes across the city.

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Air Canada Toronto-Budapest

Budapest–Toronto Nonstop Route Takes Off

After years without a nonstop link, direct flights between Budapest and Toronto are back. Air Canada's seasonal service reconnects Hungary with Canada's largest city through October.

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The Biodome's Urban Oasis may Open on July 1

The Biodome and the urban oasis that can be visited all year round will await us all with exotic plants and special animal species, probably from July 1.

Culture
night of museums

Night of Museums 2026: One Ticket, Hundreds of Experiences

Night of Museum 2026 turns Budapest into one huge cultural festival, with museums, galleries and historic sites open late, special programmes, concerts and guided tours—all accessible with a single wristband for one night only.

History
First Military Survey of the Kingdom of Hungary

Before the Chain Bridge: The Ingenious Way Budapest Used to Cross the Danube

Think your commute is bad? Imagine a Budapest where the bridge was packed into storage every winter, leaving Buda and Pest completely stranded. Discover the wild, floating history of the Danube before the Chain Bridge!

Life Style
free outdoor cinema screenings in the City Park in Budapest for summer 2026

Free Outdoor Cinema Screenings Await You in Budapest's City Park This Summer

Visitors will be treated to three free outdoor cinema screenings a week for two months in the City Park in Budapest.

Sport
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UEFA Champions League Final: PSG to defend title, Arsenal to win first title at Puskás Arena

The UEFA Champions League final will start at 6 p.m. on Saturday in the Puskás Arena in Budapest with the whistle signal from German Daniel Siebert. The big question is: Arsenal or PSG? Let's see the chances!