USEFUL INFORMATION

Welcome to Budapest

We are delighted to welcome you to Building Bridges 2026 in Budapest. This short guide brings together practical information for conference participants, including venue addresses, local transport, cafés and restaurants, essential services, and useful tips for getting around the city.

Conference contact: bbudapest2026@hun-ren.hu

Conference at a glance

Venues

Coffee & dining near the venues

The following options are located close to the conference venues and are suitable for a quick coffee, breakfast, lunch or informal dinner. Opening hours are indicative and should be checked again shortly before visiting, as individual businesses may change their schedule.

Near HUN-REN Headquarters

Near the Hungarian Academy of Sciences

Near Bálna Conference Centre

Essential services

Useful nearby services

Near Bálna: Szent Máté Pharmacy (Vámház krt. 13) and SPAR market (Lónyay u. 23). Near HUN-REN / the Parliament area: BENU Pharmacy (Irányi u. 15) and several convenience stores and supermarkets are available within the central district.

Getting around Budapest

Budapest has an extensive public transport network of metro, tram, bus and trolleybus lines. For route planning and ticket purchase, the official BudapestGO app is recommended.

100E Airport Express: direct connection between Budapest Airport and the city centre (Deák Ferenc tér), with a journey time of about 40 minutes. The service operates around the clock.
100E ticket: the current single airport shuttle fare is HUF 2,500. Holders of a valid eligible Budapest, Pest County or Hungary pass can use the HUF 1,000 add-on airport ticket.
Tickets: single tickets must be validated at the beginning of the journey. Time-based tickets and passes can be purchased in BudapestGO.
Bálna: Fővám tér is served by M4 metro and several tram connections.
HUN-REN Headquarters: the venue is centrally located and can be reached by metro and tram/bus connections via Kossuth Lajos tér, Nyugati tér or the surrounding city-centre stops.
MTA: the building is located on Széchenyi István tér beside the Danube and is easily reached by tram and on foot from central Pest.

Airport taxis & transfers

At Budapest Airport, use the official taxi stands outside Terminals 2A and 2B. Főtaxi is the contracted airport taxi provider; vehicles accept card payments. The airport also provides the 100E Airport Express and the miniBUD shuttle service.

Friday cultural programme – Parliament

The cultural programme begins at 09:00 in front of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, where buses and guides will meet participants. The day will include a guided visit to the Buda Castle District, followed by an excursion to the picturesque town of Szentendre, with a wine tasting and buffet lunch. The group is expected to return to the Hungarian Academy of Sciences at approximately 17:30. Further details will be sent to conference participants.

October in Budapest – what to pack

October is an autumn month in Budapest, with changeable weather possible. We recommend layers, a light waterproof jacket or umbrella, comfortable walking shoes and a warmer layer for evenings. Several programme elements involve walking between venues or outdoor cultural visits.

Practical tips for participants

Keep the conference programme and venue addresses saved on your phone for quick reference.
Allow additional travel time during weekday mornings and late afternoons.
For public transport, check BudapestGO shortly before departure for live route and service information.
Use only official taxi ranks or reputable ride-hailing services. – esetleg megemlíteni az Ubert, hogy az is elérhető?
Keep personal belongings secure in crowded public transport and tourist areas.
Restaurant opening hours and public transport arrangements can change; verify them shortly before use.

Information checked: 21 September 2026

Opening hours, transport schedules and visitor arrangements may change. Please verify current information before visiting.