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Read MoreCentral Market Hall (Vásárcsarnok)
Budapest’s largest and most famous indoor market is often erroneously ascribed to Gustav Eiffel—in fact, Hungarian architect Samu Pecz created this marvel based on plans of an Eiffel-designed train station—and it’s easy to see why when you walk through the...
Read MoreErnst Galéri
Those with an interest in Hungarian art—both decorative and fine—should visit the excellent Ernst Galéria, adjacent to the Central Café. It’s run by a chic husband-and-wife team, the Greek-born Elena Korani and the Viennese Ernst Wastl, who now call Budapest...
Read MoreHerend
Herend is one of Hungary’s two most famous porcelain manufactories (the other being Zsolnay), both of which were established in the 19th century and flourished during the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Herend was favored by foreign courts: Queen Victoria fell in love...
Read MoreMagma
This 2,000-square-foot gallery and store features the contemporary work of some thirty Hungarian artisans, including textile, glass and jewelry designers, goldsmiths, ceramists and graphic artists. The front of the store sells elegant tabletop items, like sets of colorful linen napkins,...
Read MoreNanushka
While their fashions are available worldwide in department stores and boutiques, Nanushka’s flagship store in Budapest is the only stand-alone shop. In keeping with their soft and simple designs, the store is well-thought-out with lantern lighting and draped white linen...
Read MoreOmorovicza
Those plugged into the beauty scene were quick to discover and champion the exquisite Omorovicza skin-care line, which can be found in its entirety at the Andrássy boulevard headquarters of this innovative company. The ever-growing line of products created by...
Read MorePintér Antik
Falk Miksa Utca, the so-called Antiques Street, which starts behind the imposing Parliament building and runs north, features an array of galleries, antiques shops and auction houses. Pintér Antik, a 20,000-square-foot gallery that carries furniture, is the most famous, but...
Read MorePrinta
If not for the fashions, visit this quirky concept store in the Jewish Quarter to witness the creativity of local Hungarian designers. Printa—equal parts gallery, café and shop—is a great place to pick up some inspired gifts. The eco-friendly boutique...
Read MoreSzamos Marzipan
Budapest’s first family of marzipan runs this tiny retail shop (they also own the Ruszwurm Café on Castle Hill). Look for chocolate-covered flavored marzipan in pretty gift boxes, assorted chocolate nougats, artfully made marzipan flowers and, in the summer, some...
Read MoreThe Garden Studio
Located on an unsuspecting corner behind a small storefront, this well-edited boutique sells only Hungarian designers. The best pieces come from Dóri Tomcsányi, one of the co-founders of the shop. Her ladylike designs are not to be missed. There is...
Read MoreVörösmarty Christmas Market
If you’re visiting during the holiday season, don’t miss this charming old-world Christmas market where artisans sell handcrafted goods; there’s a fierce competition each year for a stall on Vörösmarty, so the items sold here, including ceramics, jewelry, toys and...
Read MoreWAMP
With the purpose of supporting Hungarian designers, this monthly design fair is a lively way to experience local culture and browse for one-of-a-kind souvenirs. In December, the market expands (and moves to a different location), for three weekends of festive...
Read MoreZsolnay
Zsolnay is one of Hungary’s two most famous porcelain manufactories (the other being Herend), both of which were established in the 19th century and flourished during the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Zsolnay-made tiles and decorative objects, all crafted with the company’s signature...
