Budapest has a great nightlife if you’re looking for partying and excitement to your life. City is one of Europe’s most popular party capitals, that offers lots of clubs, bars and unique experiences. As always on Urban Movers we take a closer look at some of Budapest’s most colourful nightlife. This article will take a look at the best of Budapest based on a few recommendations from the Reddit community.
1. Ruin Bars
Budapest is well know for its ruin bars, converted abandoned buildings or re done outdoor spaces to hiper cool hipster hangouts. Most of these bars have an under ground feel to them, with graffiti filled walls, hodgepodge furniture and every imaginable other funky detail. Reddit users suggest a couple of popular ruin bars:
Pioneer of ruin bars, [Szimpla Kert] is a must visit. There are multiple rooms, live music and meandering courtyard.
Fogas Ház: In a mix of genres of music and a unique design; Fogas Ház is one of the favourite places for locals and tourists.
Instant-Fogas is a complex amalgamating two ruin bars, Instant and Fogas Ház, into one.
2. Thermal Baths
Thermal baths, so renowned in Budapest nightlife, is another. The historical bathhouses are a unique way to relax, socialize and yes party. They are the most popular thermal baths with vibrant nightlife scene:
Szechenyi Baths: Huge outdoor pool, thermal baths and weekend spa parties (Budapest is a major party city after all).
Secondly, Rudas Baths provide an experience more in line with a traditional bathing experience; offering evenings which feature live DJs and themed events.
3. Boat Parties
As it is situated along the Danube River, fantastic boat parties are one of Budapest’s greatest things. The dancing at the floating clubs is just simply shinning the views of the iconogenic landmarks of the city. Others suggested boat parties (recommended by Reddit users):
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Various themed party nights around the Hungary such as international DJs and open bars.
Located on a stationary ship featuring a wide variety of music genres with an interesting world cuisine.
- This one is only partially Jewish, as it includes Pesti Ermitage utca (which used to be Jewish) which was located in the famous Pest Jewish Quarter which started inside the Jewish cemetery at the foot of Rumbach Street; hence the district of which was called District VII (Jewish Quarter).
Powered by mainly young professionals and students the other district, District VII (also known as the Jewish Quarter) is a trendy district with trendy bars, ruin pubs and street foods. Locals and tourists who want to be out and about will love this place. Based on recommendations on Reddit below are some popular spots if anyone is interested:
A ruin pub with a charming courtyard, not too expensive and the backpacker crowd.
A ruin bar offering Middle Eastern cuisine and a stunning indoor garden, this ruin bar offers a truly unique dining experience and mazel tov.
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Instant
Budapest’s Instant is a legendary nightclub and deserves a stand alone section. Though it was one of the largest ruin bars in the city, it had several dance floors, rooms with different kinds of music and it used to be electric. Despite this, as of March 2020 Instant has closed its doors and will be breaking for renovation. Check back for updates – Reddit users are excited to see the future of this beloved locale.
Conclusion
Budapest has something on its hip for everyone. From exploring unique ruin bars, relaxing in thermal baths, dancing on a boat on the Danube, to soaking it all up in the vibrant (and very Jewish) district, there’s really something for everyone. This is a great starting point from the Reddit community on the best of Budapest’s nightlife. Check opening hours, tickets availability and age restrictions of the places before visiting.
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