Last updated: December 01, 2024
Discover the festive atmosphere of Budapest's District II with our comprehensive guide. We provide practical assistance for both district experts and new visitors in navigating the Christmas programs.
The festive venues stretching between Mechwart Grove and Széll Kálmán Square await visitors with a rich program selection. The Christmas market near Mammut Shopping Center, the outdoor ice rink at Millenáris Park, and the craft exhibitions on Gábor Áron Street are all part of the district's winter program series. Restaurants and confectioneries in the surrounding areas, such as Rózsadomb and Pasarét, prepare traditional Christmas delicacies.
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Budapest II. keruelet Holiday Light Displays
Christmas Trams
The Fényvillamos travels through Budapest's streets, decorated with thousands of LED lights, and featuring beautiful interior decorations. The illuminated trams and buses are one of the most popular attractions during the Advent and Christmas seasons.
Budapest II. keruelet Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Market on Vörösmarty Square
The Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market is a traditional Christmas fair featuring over 100 local artisans showcasing their handmade goods. The market offers traditional Hungarian dishes like goulash and chimney cake, along with various cultural programs including live music and folk dances.
Christmas Market on Deák Ferenc Street
At the Deák Ferenc Square Christmas Market, you can find unique handmade gifts in a cozy atmosphere. You can choose from classic festive foods like chimney cake, roasted chestnuts, and gingerbread, and also enjoy a bowl of hot mulled wine if you're feeling chilly.
Christmas Fair in Gozsdu Court
The Gozsdu Karácsonyi Vásár at Gozsdu Courtyard is an event filled with colorful and varied programs, offering numerous gift tips and interesting activities for visitors.
Ice Skating Rink by the Basilica
The Szent István-basilica Ice Rink is one of the main attractions of the Christmas market, where both big and small can enjoy ice skating in the beautifully illuminated square.
Christmas Opening Hours
During the Christmas Opening Hours, the shopping center offers special opening hours to facilitate Christmas shopping.
Christmas Food and Drinks
The Budapest Christmas Market takes place in multiple districts, where the magic of the Christmas market enchants visitors every year. The city is filled with life and festive atmosphere, as the Budapest streets are decorated and visitors can browse through numerous wonderful Christmas gifts in the advent markets. The enchanting festive procession features traditional Hungarian handmade items such as lace and woodcarvings, delicious homemade pastries, hot drinks, tasty chimney cakes, and steaming mulled wines.
Christmas Lights
The Budapesti Adventi és Karácsonyi Vásár 2024 is a traditional Advent program, open from November 15 to January 1 at Vörösmarty Square. The best Hungarian craftsmen arrive to enchant visitors with their unique offerings. The gastronomic exhibitors are also present, with the aromatic flavors of mulled wine and the delicious homemade dishes crossing our path.
Budapest II. keruelet Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Concerts
The Karácsonyi Koncertek 2024 series features special festive concerts and performances. The programs cover all genres, with family and children's programs, at multiple locations.
Awaiting Santa Claus
The Mikulás Várása is a series where we can meet the Nagyszakállú with books, trains, natural settings, and concerts. The programs include preparing for common singing and playing, and waiting for the arrival of Mikulás at the Pagony bookstores, the Railway History Park, and other locations.
Budapest II. keruelet Other Holiday Activities
Thermal Baths During Christmas
During the Christmas season, there will be significant changes in the operating hours of thermal baths. Some baths will be closed on December 24 and the two days of Christmas. It is important to check the operating hours to avoid going to a bath that is closed.