Retro furniture in Budapest
Deep in the industrial zone of the 9th district of Budapest, there is a warehouse with design gems. This is Möbelkunst, the collection of retro furniture mostly from 50-60-70's and more.
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All you can eat
The usual sight in the biggest shopping mall in Budapest, Arena Plaza. In Hungary (and Eastern Europe in general), shopping malls are increasingly becoming the preferred pastime for many people.
What to do in Budapest when it rains
Budapest rains are quite tolerable, they rarely last for hours in a row, usually coming in bouts. Quite predictably for Europe, autumn is the rainiest time in Budapest.
Nevertheless, we don’t know many people who like to walk around with their feet wet, and to help you enjoy your trip despite the weather we have compiled this list of suggestions for a rainy day in Budapest.
Flea Shop
If you are not a big fan of traditional gifts and souvenirs bought in a tourist street, yet can't afford spending some quality time at a flea market, go to Bolha Palota — the flea store in the downtown Budapest.
In its dark, dusty corners you'll find a treasure or two that won't cost you much, and most likely will be one of a kind piece.
Bolha Palota
VI. Budapest Anker köz 2-4
Open: Mon-Sat 11-19
Banner bags
This shop/gallery with a very contemporary feel next to the Budapest Central Market was created by the group of designers and craftsmen involved in creative recycling.
Their main material is advertising banners, and as you can imagine there is no shortage of those in the era of consumerism. And for their furniture and interior objects they use other recycled and recyclable materials too, including wood and even concrete.
Slow Design Exhibition
Slow Design, the international exhibition of over 80 design works is on display in Budapest from 28th September to 28th October 2012.
The exhibits are design solutions in various categories, including such as Design it Yourself, Eco-design, Simplicity or Urban Bicycle Culture. On display in the beautiful building of former bus station are international and Hungarian examples of Slow Design movement selected from 12 countries.
While there you can also drop by a small design shop with coffee and snacks.
Fashion shopping in Retrock
When it comes to fashion shopping in Budapest there are a few go-to shops, and one of them is Retrock.
This neat two-level shop offers hand-picked second-hand fashion from quality, reputable brands (after all, to have a second life, outfits must be of high quality). This is a collection of unique, one of a kind vintage fashion clothing and accessories for men and women, from girdles to anoraks to quirky hats. Anything and everything to equip you for a theme-party, or help you look beautifully different.
Garbage Day
Each year each Budapest district has Lomtalanítás - a day when you can get rid of your garbage, from old papers to sofa, for free. It is a day much loved both by those getting rid of their rubbish, and by those who can put their hands on it. And it is always a treasure hunt for crafty people not afraid of getting their hands dirty (literally). Let's take a look at Garbage Day 2012 in XI district on Buda side.
Shopping in Budapest
Budapest is hardly a shopping Mecca, but being a European capital it has its share of malls and streets to shop at.
Locals prefer shopping in malls conveniently scattered around the city, but visitors to Budapest like to combine sightseeing with buying a thing or two, and this is where shopping streets come handy.
Design Shops in Budapest
Here is our selection of design shops around Váci and Ráday streets where you can find some unusual souvenirs and special pieces created by Hungarian designers.
Manu Art
Clothes, bags and accessories with funny prints for all ages handmade by Hungarian designers of natural and cosy materials such as wool and linen. Casual clothing of decent quality at affordable prices.