Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
RED BUDAPEST
House of Terror
Housed in the former headquarters of the Secret Police, this gripping, and
often sobering, museum commemorates the victims of the Communist regime.
MementoPark
Head to the city outskirts and wander amongst Red Army soldiers and Com-
munist dictators, then have your picture taken in the Trabant.
Soviet Army Memorial
This typically stern Cold War-era memorial honours the soldiers
killed during the liberation of the city from the Nazis.
Budapest Poster Gallery
Pick up a piece of Communist chic at this fabulous poster shop,
specializing in Soviet-era art.
HospitalintheRock
TheColdWarcomestolifeinthisfascinating formermilitary hospital-
cum-nuclear bunker located deep below Castle Hill.
MUSICAL BUDAPEST
Akvárium
A semi-subterranean hub for live bands and DJs, plus an “underwater” restaurant
- what's not to like?
Liszt Academy of Music
Get your classical kicks by attending a concert in the Grand Hall
of the prestigious, and recently renovated, academy building, named after Hungary's most
revered musician.
MusicHistoryMuseum
Learn more about Hungary's rich musical heritage at this engaging
collection, from the irrepressible sounds of the Roma to the classical genius of Liszt and
Bartók.
Cocoa concerts
Children-themed concerts run by the Budapest Festival Orchestra - a fun
way to introduce a bit of culture to the under-12s.
Opera House
Take a backstage tour through one of central Europe's great opera houses, or,
better still, take in a performance.
Jazz
A strong jazz tradition prevails in Budapest, but for the very best, seek out the Budapest
Jazz Club or the Opus Jazz Club, both of which feature a regular roster of high-class acts.
Folk Music
One of the most prominent aspects of Magyar culture is folk music, and one of
the best places to appreciate these traditional sounds is a
Táncház
(dance house); the Fonó
Music Hall is a good place to start.
