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10 hidden gems in Budapest – revealed by a local

By Janos Liptak

August 12, 2021

10 hidden gems in Budapest – revealed by a local

Edited by Elodi Troskie

Budapest, the charming capital of Hungary, is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Budapest is known for its rich history, impressive architecture and world-famous medicinal thermal baths. While you might have heard of the Royal Castle, River Danube, and the waterside Parliament building, there are many parks, museums, pubs and other secret hideaways in Budapest. If you’re looking for non-touristy things to do in Budapest, you’ve come to the right place! Here are a couple of my favorite cool and unusual things to do in Budapest.

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