Music

Theatre, Cinema, and Casinos

Budapest has a thriving theatre and cinema scene housed in historic buildings and modern multiplexes. Additionally, the city also offers a handful of casinos for those who enjoy a little bit of gambling. Here are some notable venues for Budapest’s theatre, cinema, and casinos. THEATRE Budapest has a rich theatre tradition, with over 30 drama and cabaret theatres in the city. The National Dance Theatre was the first theatre to stage plays in Hungary. Other established theatres include the Madách …

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Music

The Vibrant Music Scene in Budapest: From Classical to Jazz Hungary, the birthplace of renowned composers like Liszt, Bartók, and Kodály, boasts a rich musical tradition that continues to thrive in the capital city, Budapest. The city’s musical landscape spans opera and operetta, classical music, sacred music, folk and gypsy music, and jazz, with performances by both national and international artists. OPERA AND OPERETTA The State Opera House and the Erkel Theatre primarily represent Budapest’s opera scene, which is renowned …

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What to Buy in Budapest

Discovering Budapest: What To Buy and Where To Shop Budapest, Hungary’s buzzing capital, offers an array of unique shopping experiences that cater to all tastes. Despite the city’s shift towards a free-market economy, you can still find high-quality Hungarian goods at excellent prices. From locally crafted folk art and intricate porcelain to bespoke clothes and flavorful wines, here’s what you can buy in Budapest and where to find these treasures. FOLK ART If you are interested in authentic Hungarian culture, …

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