5 Christmas activities in the heart of Budapest you can't miss
Christmas in Budapest is always special, with the city aglow with festive lights and a host of activities for locals and tourists alike. If you're visiting this year, don't miss these Christmas activities in Budapest - you're guaranteed to get into the festive spirit! Here we have gathered the best Christmas activities in Budapest that will offer memorable experiences for all visitors.
1. Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market - a classic Christmas event in Budapest
The Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market is one of the biggest and most famous Christmas events in the heart of Budapest. The square is dressed up in festive decorations and offers handcrafted gifts, mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and other Christmas delicacies. The fair will be accompanied by a cultural programme, with choirs, folk dance performances and musical performances.The fair is located in the centre of Budapest, within easy walking distance, and if you're looking for stylish accommodation nearby, Callas House on Andrassy Avenue is an ideal choice.
2. Ice Rink in the City Park - a sporty Christmas activity in Budapest
Every winter, the City Park Ice Rink becomes one of Budapest's most popular venues, especially at Christmas. This huge outdoor ice rink is located next to the Vajdahunyad Castle and provides a magical setting for skating enthusiasts. The ice rink is not just a sporting venue, it is a real Christmas event in Budapest, made even more special by the atmospheric music, festive lights and hot drinks.Around the ice rink there are several food stalls where you can buy mulled wine, punch or hot tea to warm up during a break.
3. Advent Light Tram - a spectacular Christmas event in Budapest
Trams decorated with festive lights run through the streets of Budapest during the Advent season, and it's a Christmas activity in Budapest that everyone should try. The light tram offers a special experience for locals and tourists alike, as you can admire the sights of the city along the way.The tram runs on different routes, giving you the chance to explore different parts of Budapest while enjoying the festive atmosphere.
4. Christmas Concert at the Opera House - an elegant Christmas programme in Budapest
The Hungarian State Opera House offers special Christmas concerts every year. The Opera House's breathtaking interior, festive decorations and classical music make for an unforgettable Christmas programme in Budapest.The proximity of the Opera House makes Callas House the ideal accommodation for guests within a short walk of this stunning venue, which is guaranteed to offer a magical festive atmosphere.
5 St. Stephen's Basilica with Christmas lights - an iconic Christmas event in Budapest
The square in front of St. Stephen's Basilica is transformed into a fairytale place during the Christmas season. The Christmas tree in the middle of the square, the festive light show projected on the façade of the Basilica and the Christmas market here are a magical Christmas programme in Budapest. The market also offers handicraft products, gastronomic specialities, mulled wine and other festive delicacies.A special feature of the light show is that Christmas-themed animations are projected onto the façade of the Basilica in the evenings, making a stunning spectacle for the whole family.
