Oktogon in District VI of Budapest leads visitors straight into the city’s vibrant nightlife. Thanks to the M1 metro and its close connection to the Jewish Quarter, it’s a popular place to begin a night of ruin bar and club crawls. The Oktogon Pub Crawl in Budapest is a night out where you explore fantastic bars, receive free drinks, discover inside facts about the city and join people from all over the globe. Let’s go through the main points, the places to visit and suggestions to help you have a fantastic night out next May.

What makes Oktogon the place to begin with?

At the meeting of Andrássy út and Teréz krt., Oktogon joins the city’s sophisticated boulevards with its fun nightlife. A 10-minute walk from the ruin bars in District VII, it’s a handy spot to meet for crawls and can be reached by metro, lines 4 and 6 or taxi app (Bolt, £4.17 from District V). With its lively atmosphere and interesting cafes, like those at the Liszt Academy, the square gets people ready for a nighttime adventure. Because it is centrally located, Pub Crawl Budapest Oktogon organizes 4-5-hour events, beginning at 9:00 PM and costing 7,000–10,000 HUF (£14.58–£20.83).

The Corn Down Crawl

At Oktogon, you’ll meet guides and enjoy the company of 15–40 other travelers, all while learning about how Budapest’s ruin bars came about since the early 2000s. At every venue, you enjoy free Unicum or pálinka shots for 45–60 minutes, before leaving for the next place. Getting involved in “Never Have I Ever” or saying Hungarian drinking toasts strengthens connections, with club entry saving the best for last. Both well-known watering holes and hidden bars are part of the route, all located in Nightlife District’s small hub.

Sample Itinerary

At Akácfa u. 51, the dog was named Liebling.

Liebling, east of Oktogon, is the first stop, with craft beers (£2.08) and an amazing view over the city. Its easy mood and optional first drink make everyone feel comfortable. Please remain in our space for at least 45 minutes.

Kazinczy u. 14 is home to Szimpla Kert.

Szimpla is famed for its unique decor and live music atmosphere. Have a Dreher (800 HUF, £1.67) outside in the courtyard. Guides was launched in 2002 by its founders. Spend one hour as your allotted time.

Kazinczy u. 48

Margaritas are sold at the outdoor taco bar (at 2,000 HUF, £4.17 a piece) and salsa dancers come to enjoy the music and drink. The festive feel fits a 45-minute visit, with a shot thrown in.

The address for Csendes Létterem is Ferenczy István u. 5.

Inside Csendes, you’ll find fröccs and walls filled with vintage toys for only 1,000 HUF (£2.08). This colorful art gallery takes about 45 minutes to see.

Instant-Fogas at Akácfa u. 49–51

After that, the crawl finishes here, giving you free VIP admission (usually 2,500 HUF, £5.21). Keep dancing until early morning, whether to EDM or pop music.

What Makes Pub Crawl Budapest Oktogon Special?

Opening the crawl at Oktogon allows those in these areas to join the event more easily. Perks included with Pub Crawl Budapest packages are 2 hours of free drinks (for 10,000 HUF, £20.83) or memorable photo keepsakes. Because the groups are small, families can get personal attention and the guides’ skills in English and Hungarian highlight local culture. Various kinds of nightlife are assembled at the crawl’s combination of rooftop, ruin and club venues.

Practical Tips

For discounts and because it’s usually busy in May, book your tickets online using GetYourGuide.

While it’s casual, most clubs prefer you not to wear flip-flops or athletic clothes.

Drink a glass of water between each drink, in order to stay hydrated.

Safety First: A money belt will help you protect your money in busy bars.

Stick to the rules: District VII’s rule of no loud noise past 10 PM means you need to party indoors.

Oktogon’s M1 stop is nearby or you can stroll 10 minutes to arrive in District VII.

In 2025, May Should Appeal

Ellátó Kert is more appealing when the weather is nice in May and the city buzz at this time of year, thanks to students and beer menus, helps the event thrive. If you go to Oktogon, you may easily combine the crawl with an afternoon visit to the House of Terror (admission is 3,000 HUF or £6.25). At Menza, we have a pre-crawl meal (mains are priced at 2,500 HUF or £5.21).

Final Thoughts

This tour takes you to the heart of Budapest’s nightlife, with a party in the square and plenty of ruin bars and clubs. Since the tours are fun, inexpensive and led by experts, they’re perfect for exploring the city’s artistic spirit. Cheers to everyone you meet and to the best nights ever with “Egészségedre!”