{"id":7548,"date":"2019-11-19T12:00:09","date_gmt":"2019-11-19T11:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/?p=7548"},"modified":"2020-04-14T08:17:25","modified_gmt":"2020-04-14T07:17:25","slug":"best-christmas-markets-in-budapest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest","title":{"rendered":"Best Christmas markets in Budapest + a secret one you\u2019ll love!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Hungarian capital is teeming with tinkling market stalls and majestic architecture, so you\u2019ve really got it all at your fingertips during a Budapest Christmas market break. Enjoy a cup of mulled wine, a bite of sweet chimney cake and a dash of festive cheer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped aligncenter wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC0003.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC0003.jpg\" alt=\"Mulled wine (forraltbor)\" data-id=\"7549\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/?attachment_id=7549\" class=\"wp-image-7549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC0003.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC0003-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC0003-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC0003-600x399.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC4698-e1574076542404.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"478\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC4698-e1574076542404.jpg\" alt=\"warm street foods in Budapest\" data-id=\"7556\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/?attachment_id=7556\" class=\"wp-image-7556\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>We have hand-picked the best Christmas markets in Budapest for you. <\/strong>When visiting the city, you don\u2019t want to miss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Christmas market by St Stephen\u2019s Basilica <\/li><li>V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty Square Christmas market<\/li><li>\u00d3buda Christmas Market<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s\nsee them and all the necessary information you need to have before you plan\nyour break. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Christmas_markets_in_Budapest\"><\/span>Best Christmas markets in Budapest <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f228db3bc23\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f228db3bc23\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#Best_Christmas_markets_in_Budapest\" >Best Christmas markets in Budapest<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#Christmas_market_by_St_Stephens_Basilica_%E2%80%93_the_2nd_Best_Christmas_market_in_Europe\" >Christmas market by St Stephen\u2019s Basilica &#8211; the 2nd Best Christmas market in Europe<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#Skating_Rink_at_the_Budapest_Basilica_Christmas_Market\" >Skating Rink at the Budapest Basilica Christmas Market<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#Vorosmarty_Square_%E2%80%93_Christmas_Market_on_a_Classy_Promenade\" >V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty Square &#8211; Christmas Market on a Classy Promenade<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#Obuda_Christmas_Market_%E2%80%93_away_from_the_tourists\" >\u00d3buda Christmas Market &#8211; away from the tourists<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#Free_ice-skating_rink\" >Free ice-skating rink<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#Crafts_fair\" >Crafts fair<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#What_can_I_buy_as_a_Christmas_gift_in_Budapest\" >What can I buy as a Christmas gift in Budapest?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#What_to_drink_at_Budapest_Christmas_markets\" >What to drink at Budapest Christmas markets?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#What_to_eat_at_Christmas_markets_in_Budapest\" >What to eat at Christmas markets in Budapest?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#Winter_weather_in_Budapest\" >Winter weather in Budapest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#What_to_pack_for_visiting_Budapest_in_December\" >What to pack for visiting Budapest in December?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#Christmas_Eve_and_Christmas_Day_celebration_in_Hungary\" >Christmas Eve and Christmas Day celebration in Hungary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-christmas-markets-in-budapest\/#Do_Christmas_opening_hours_differ_from_standard_opening_times\" >Do Christmas opening hours differ from standard opening times?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Christmas_market_by_St_Stephens_Basilica_%E2%80%93_the_2nd_Best_Christmas_market_in_Europe\"><\/span>Christmas market by St Stephen\u2019s Basilica &#8211; the 2nd Best Christmas market in Europe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Set in the most stunning part of Budapest, St Stephen\u2019s Basilica\u2019s Christmas Market is the one not to miss. At half past 5 from Monday to Sunday 3D festive&nbsp;lights are projected on the walls of the Basilica with accompanying melodies. From last year on 3D glasses with which you can view the animation are available on the market. (The show can be enjoyed without wearing 3D glasses.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_0250-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_0250-1.jpg\" alt=\"Budapest Basilica Christmas Market \" class=\"wp-image-7553\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_0250-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_0250-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_0250-1-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_0250-1-600x399.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy a (unique) mug of mulled wine\nalongside with roasted chestnut and warm and hearty street foods (beyond\nsausages) and enjoy the lights and the flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The market opens 23<sup>rd<\/sup> November and remains open\nuntil 1<sup>st<\/sup> January 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opening Hours:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mon \u2013 Fri: 11:00 \u2013 22:00,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sat \u2013 Sun: 10:00 \u2013 22:00,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>December 24.: 10:00 \u2013 14:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>December 31.: 10:00 \u2013 22:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skating_Rink_at_the_Budapest_Basilica_Christmas_Market\"><\/span>Skating Rink at the Budapest Basilica Christmas Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy the artificial skating rink right in the middle of the Christmas Market at the Basilica in Budapest downtown. Skating courses also available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The age range of the course is 4-14 year old children. The price is not a question: they may join the free skating training on the nicely decorated rink at the center of the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_1877.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_1877.jpg\" alt=\"Budapest Basilica Christmas Market Skating\n\" class=\"wp-image-7552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_1877.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_1877-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_1877-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/DSC_1877-600x399.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Size<\/strong> of Skating Rink: 200 square\nmeters<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry Fee<\/strong>: Free of Charge for Kids\naged 4 \u2013 14<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Opening Hours<\/strong>: daily (weekend skating\nclasses scheduled, see below)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the beginning of the Basilica\nAdvent market, you can use the skating rink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Skating Class&nbsp;Hours: Friday from\n2-8 pm, Saturday from 10am-6 pm and Sunday from 10am-6 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Free Skating Classes&nbsp;for children aged 4 \u2013 14 years old. Wrap them up in warm clothes and let them enjoy the Advent Market in Budapest!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vorosmarty_Square_%E2%80%93_Christmas_Market_on_a_Classy_Promenade\"><\/span>V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty Square &#8211; Christmas Market on a Classy Promenade <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Considered one of Europe\u2019s best as well, V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty Square Christmas Market is embellished with nativity scenes, handicrafts and a giant Christmas tree. Wandering the stalls is a feast for the senses, as the scent of cinnamon drifts from steaming cups of wine while you enjoy warm Hungarian honey cookies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped aligncenter wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/vorosmary.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/vorosmary.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7558\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/?attachment_id=7558\" class=\"wp-image-7558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/vorosmary.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/vorosmary-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/vorosmary-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/vorosmary-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Vorosmary-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Vorosmary-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7559\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/?attachment_id=7559\" class=\"wp-image-7559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Vorosmary-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Vorosmary-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Vorosmary-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Vorosmary-2-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty Square Christmas market\nis the oldest and richest of all the Christmas markets in Budapest. The Crafts\nMarket is open from 9th November all the way to 29th December after which the\nfood stalls remain open until 1<sup>st<\/sup> January 2020. There are about 100\nstalls waiting for you to visit them, set around the Christmas tree that is\ndecorated with different colours each year. From goulash to grilled sausages\nthere is an endless selection of local food you can enjoy. Not a surprise that\nthe market puts a great emphasis on food and wine which is truly Hungarian way\nto celebrate the Festive season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The market is free to visit and it is\nopen daily from 10 am to 8 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Special opening hours apply on the\nfollowing days:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dec 24:&nbsp;10:00 \u2013 14:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dec 25: 10:00 \u2013 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dec 26: 10:00 \u2013 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dec 31: 10:00 \u2013 22:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jan 1:&nbsp;14:00 \u2013 22:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Location: V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty t\u00e9r, district V., M1 underground (yellow line), M1, M2, M3 metro lines: De\u00e1k t\u00e9r station or tram 2 Sz\u00e9chenyi t\u00e9r stop: a couple of minutes walk from both stops.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Obuda_Christmas_Market_%E2%80%93_away_from_the_tourists\"><\/span>\u00d3buda <strong>Christmas Market &#8211; away from the tourists<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Advent Fair in Obuda (Old Buda) is\na lesser knownbut beautiful Christmas Market in Budapest held during\nthe Advent weekends, where you will find lots of locals but very few tourists.\nSo, if you prefer to visit off the beaten track, secret Budapest events,\nnon-touristy places on your Budapest visit, head to Old Buda by the Arpad\nBridge on the Buda side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/advent_obudan_2018_.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"507\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/advent_obudan_2018_.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/advent_obudan_2018_.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/advent_obudan_2018_-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/advent_obudan_2018_-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/advent_obudan_2018_-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While most tourists and locals flock to\nthe Christmas Market on Vorosmarty Square, or to the St Stephen\u2019s Basilica Christmas Market,\nboth&nbsp;in the heart of Budapest, many locals will head to the Christmas\nmarket in Old Buda (District III of Budapest) to avoid the crowds, tourists,\nand feel the Advent market atmosphere as if visiting the Fair in a small town.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The historical Fo Square in Obuda\ndefinitely has a small&nbsp;town feeling and is well worth the detour to join\nthe Christmas events and activities, especially if there is a superb concert\ngiven by one of the best Hungarian bands. There are special programs (concerts,\npuppet shows, etc.) at the 4 Advent weekends. The programs usually start after\n1 pm and are until 6-7pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_ice-skating_rink\"><\/span>Free ice-skating rink<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>An&nbsp;artificial skating rink awaits visitors at the Advent market in Obuda. You can use it free of charge. Skates can be rented at a very affordable price (approx. HUF 600 for adults and HUF 400 for children)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped aligncenter wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/obuda-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/obuda-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7562\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/?attachment_id=7562\" class=\"wp-image-7562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/obuda-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/obuda-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/obuda-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/obuda-1-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00f3buda.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00f3buda.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7563\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/?attachment_id=7563\" class=\"wp-image-7563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00f3buda.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00f3buda-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00f3buda-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00f3buda-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00d3buda-kar\u00e1csony-korcsolya.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00d3buda-kar\u00e1csony-korcsolya.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7564\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/?attachment_id=7564\" class=\"wp-image-7564\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00d3buda-kar\u00e1csony-korcsolya.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00d3buda-kar\u00e1csony-korcsolya-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00d3buda-kar\u00e1csony-korcsolya-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/\u00d3buda-kar\u00e1csony-korcsolya-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crafts_fair\"><\/span><strong>Crafts fair<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Browse and buy some handcrafts at the\nObuda Christmas Market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opening Hours:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Monday \u2013 Thursday 2pm \u2013 approx. 9 pm<br>Friday \u2013 Sunday&nbsp;10am \u2013 approx. 10 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Closed on Dec 24<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00d3buda is the old part of Buda town established by the Romans as a border town. Aquincum, the Roman ruins of Old Buda can still be seen, and its museum is worth a visit if you like history, antiquity and the Roman era. It takes approx, 20-30 min to get to the Xmas Fair in Obuda from the city center of Budapest. The Christmas Market will take place in the nice Main Square (F\u0151 t\u00e9r) of Obuda, which is a short ride from downtown Budapest.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_buy_as_a_Christmas_gift_in_Budapest\"><\/span>What can I buy as a Christmas gift in Budapest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">There are many gifts you can take home from Budapest from your Christmas visit or winter holiday in Hungary. Some of the Hungarian Christmas gifts or souvenirs from Budapest could easily be bought at any of the Christmas fairs in Budapest, e.g. handcrafted bags, jewels, Christmas mugs, or handmade Christmas tree decor, traditional Hungarian chocolates, like the Christmas fondant candy in Hungary (szaloncukor), a roll of Beigli (sweet cake roll with walnut, poppyseed or chestnut, from the best Budapest confectioneries), etc. You can also visit the Budapest Central Market (not open during the Christmas holidays and on Sundays), or look at the Budapest Shopping Map for more ideas and information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/bejgli.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"555\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/bejgli.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7567\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/?attachment_id=7567\" class=\"wp-image-7567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/bejgli.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/bejgli-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/bejgli-768x474.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/bejgli-600x370.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/szaloncukor-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"505\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/szaloncukor-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7568\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/?attachment_id=7568\" class=\"wp-image-7568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/szaloncukor-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/szaloncukor-1-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/szaloncukor-1-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/szaloncukor-1-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_drink_at_Budapest_Christmas_markets\"><\/span>What to drink at Budapest Christmas markets? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The staple drink of winter in Budapest is the mulled wine with soul-warming spices. Typically, it\u2019s made of red wine, but you can find the white version of it as well. Be careful and try to get the kind made of higher quality wine. &nbsp;When it is cold you might feel like sending down something even stronger. There are two kinds of Hungarian shots. For those who don\u2019t mind the bitter herbal taste, try Zwack Unicum made of more than 40 kinds of herbs, made since 1790. There\u2019s a lighter version of it made with plums, the Unicum Szilva if you like sweeter notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/forralt-bor.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/forralt-bor.jpg\" alt=\"mulled wine\n\" class=\"wp-image-7569\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/forralt-bor.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/forralt-bor-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/forralt-bor-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/forralt-bor-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_eat_at_Christmas_markets_in_Budapest\"><\/span>What to eat at Christmas markets in Budapest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Alongside mulled wine chimney cake (k\u00fcrt\u0151s kal\u00e1cs) is a true Hungarian legend that makes people addicted for hundreds of years. Chimney cake has a perfect crisp exterior and a soft inside making the most delicious dessert for the cold winter evenings. What\u2019s even better it is coated in cinnamon and sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kurtoskalacs.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kurtoskalacs.jpg\" alt=\"chimney cake\n\" class=\"wp-image-7570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kurtoskalacs.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kurtoskalacs-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kurtoskalacs-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/kurtoskalacs-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Winter_weather_in_Budapest\"><\/span><strong>Winter weather<\/strong> <strong>in Budapest<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The weather is cold in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/10-unique-reasons-to-visit-budapest-in-december\">Budapest in December<\/a>, often with chilly winds, temperatures below zero degrees Celsius (0\u00b0C). December and January can be both cold and snowy. While the snow gets quickly cleaned up, it can be about 15 cm thick in the parks or more, which is ideal for those who love snow, or have children to enjoy building snow men. The average temperature is between -1\u00b0C and +4\u00b0C in Dec, and Jan traditionally gets colder with an average temperature of -4\u00b0C and +1\u00b0C in Jan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/ootd.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/ootd.jpg\" alt=\"winter outfit\" class=\"wp-image-7574\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/ootd.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/ootd-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/ootd-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/ootd-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_pack_for_visiting_Budapest_in_December\"><\/span>What to pack for visiting Budapest in December?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A very warm jacket, a chunky scarf, a hat and some warm\ngloves are crucial besides making sure you wear plenty of layers. You\u2019ll move around a lot\nspending time outdoors and it may be freezing on the streets and you always\nwant to keep warm. However, in museums and cafes you will want to lose some\nlayers and feel nice and cozy. Your packing list should include your essentials\nfor winter conditions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>&nbsp;&nbsp; Long sleeve jumpers<\/li><li>&nbsp;&nbsp; A very warm coat<\/li><li>&nbsp;&nbsp; Hat or beanie with a warm scarf<\/li><li>&nbsp;&nbsp; Gloves<\/li><li>&nbsp;&nbsp; Warm shoes or boots<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Christmas_Eve_and_Christmas_Day_celebration_in_Hungary\"><\/span>Christmas Eve and Christmas Day celebration in Hungary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before 24 December, people decorate their houses and start\ncooking and baking. It\u2019s 24th December when people start decorating the tree\nwith colourful ornaments and put the wrapped presents under it. As opposed to\nmost European countries, in Hungary gift-giving happens on Christmas Eve when\nyoung children are waiting for the arrival of Baby Jesus. The family exchanges\ngifts after dinner and after singing carols around the tree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/123rf_xmas-family-outdoor.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/123rf_xmas-family-outdoor.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Eve\" class=\"wp-image-7571\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/123rf_xmas-family-outdoor.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/123rf_xmas-family-outdoor-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/123rf_xmas-family-outdoor-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/123rf_xmas-family-outdoor-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>On Holy Night, Hungarians listen to holiday songs such as \u201cSilent Night\u201d and sing or attend Christmas mass. As an old tradition we also burn candles on the Advent wreath during the four weeks before Christmas, lighting up one more new candle each Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Christmas_opening_hours_differ_from_standard_opening_times\"><\/span>Do Christmas opening hours differ from standard opening times?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>They do, so please consider the below information before\nmaking your plans: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"306\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/opening-hours-1024x306.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7572\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/opening-hours-1024x306.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/opening-hours-300x90.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/opening-hours-768x230.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/opening-hours-600x180.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/opening-hours.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Dec 24:<\/strong> Most things are closed in the afternoon and evening on\nDec 24, with a few exceptions. The morning opening hours on the day of\nChristmas Eve are generally as usual in most places in Budapest, up until noon\nor 2 pm.<\/li><li><strong>Dec 25<\/strong>: Most things are still closed on Christmas Day on Dec 25,\nwith a few exceptions. <\/li><li><strong>Dec 26<\/strong>: Many places, like restaurants, are back on track with\nthe Sunday opening hours on Dec 26, but museums are still typically closed on\nthis day. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1574074118147\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does Budapest have Christmas markets?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Budapest has many beautiful Christmas markets \u2013 in facts, it has some of the best ones in Europe! The Christmas market by St Stephen\u2019s Basilica was chosen the 2nd best Christmas markets in Europe. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1574074148059\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is Budapest expensive for tourists? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Budapest is thought to be a \u201ccheap\u201d destination, but this, of course depends on your needs. The city is more affordable than most European cities, offering a very wide variety of fun things to do to the budget traveler as well as the luxury jet-setter.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1574074194122\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">When do Budapest Christmas markets start? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Most Christmas markets in Budapest start mid to end of November and open until the beginning of January.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1574074238935\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What to buy at the Christmas markets in Budapest? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Some of the Hungarian Christmas gifts or souvenirs from Budapest could easily be bought at any of the Christmas fairs in Budapest, e.g. handcrafted bags, jewels, Christmas mugs, or handmade Christmas tree decor, traditional Hungarian chocolates etc. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1574074257262\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What to try at Budapest Christmas markets? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Alongside mulled wine, chimney cake (k\u00fcrt\u0151s kal\u00e1cs) is a true Hungarian legend that\u2019s made people addicted for hundreds of years.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1574074278882\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Which is the best Christmas market in Budapest?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Budapest\u2019s best Christmas markets traditionally are St Stephen\u2019s Basilica and V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty Square Christmas market. These markets are loved by tourists as well as locals, however if you\u2019re looking for something less mainstream, visit the Christmas market in Obuda which is less touristy and held every Advent weekend. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1574074298249\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is there snow in Budapest in December? <\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">December and January can be both cold and snowy. While the snow gets quickly cleaned up, it can be about 15 cm thick in the parks or more. <\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Hungarian capital is teeming with tinkling market stalls and majestic architecture, so you\u2019ve really got it all at your fingertips during a Budapest Christmas market break. 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