Budapest's best-known café caps the northern end of Vörösmarty tér, placed well for a sugar hit after a stroll up Váci utca. First opened in 1858, it is named after the Swiss patissier Emile Gerbeaud ...

March in Budapest means the first real signs of spring, terrace reopenings, cultural festivals and a packed Women’s Day weekend.

Budapest’s Christmas season is an especially magical one distinguished by local rituals. For example, it’s common to splurge on pricey tickets to savor an annual performance of The Nutcracker, ...

From its breathtaking skyline and prime location along the Danube River, Budapest is one of the most iconic cities in Eastern Europe. The luxury hotels, renowned cuisine and rich history cater to a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Joanne Shurvell writes about travel, food, culture and fashion. Budapest, with its cultural charms, musical heritage as the ...

Budapest, often called the “Pearl of the Danube,” is a city where history, culture, and natural beauty converge. As Hungary’s capital, Budapest is known for its thermal baths, striking architecture, ...

Known as the 'Pearl of the Danube', Budapest never fails to impress. This iconic city, which is actually made up of two towns called Buda and Pest which straddle the river, attracts nearly seven ...