Overview
Budaörs sits west of Budapest in a basin among the Buda Hills and Tétény Plateau. Its suburban setting places the capital and surrounding hills within reach.
Shopping · Nature · Culture
Did you know?
- A Saturday farmers' market gathers on Patkó utca.
- Spirit Boulder provides an indoor climbing stop.
- A historic wine cellar houses Adler Guesthouse.
Why Go?
Budaörs is a commuter town west of Budapest with about 28,400 inhabitants, positioned in the Budaörs Basin among the Buda Hills and Tétény Plateau. The town is notable as Hungary's richest municipality due to large retail stores paying taxes to the local council. Its history dates to the 13th century, and it was high to town status in 1986. The Battle of Budaörs in 1921 was the last attempt to restore the Habsburg Empire.
Getting There
Budaörs is accessed via the M1 and M7 motorways that split the town. The Budaörs Train Station is located on Raktár utca 1; there is no ticket office so tickets must be purchased on the train. Local taxi services include Örs Taxi and Zámbó Taxi.
When to Visit
Budaörs hosts several annual events including Budaörs Festival in May, Idesüss (Day of Budaörs) in August, Budaörsi Vigasságok in September, and Advent in Budaörs in December. Spring through early autumn offers the best weather for outdoor activities and hiking.
Where to Stay
About one and a half dozen pensions and guesthouses await visitors, mostly located in relaxing green areas. Sleep price ranges are: under HUF 13,000 (budget), HUF 13,000-17,000 (mid-range), and over HUF 17,000 (upscale). Options include Attila Guesthouse (5 rooms), Panoráma Guesthouse (5 rooms), Mini Guesthouse (8 rooms), Olympos Guesthouse (12 rooms), Peregrino Guesthouse (18 rooms), and Adler Guesthouse with 27 rooms in a 19th-century wine cellar.
Food and Drink
Eat price ranges are: under HUF 1,700 (budget), HUF 1,700-2,700 (mid-range), and over HUF 2,700 (upscale). Local food bars include Templom Téri Kifőzde, Falatka, Boszorkánykonyha, and 2040 Cafe. Traditional restaurants feature Hungarian cuisine: Budakert Restaurant, Fenyő Restaurant, Mici's Restaurant, and Inn for the Hungarian Kings (Renaissance theme). International options include Pyrgos Taverna (Greek), Da Caterina (Italian), and Caribbean Burgers Bar. For sweets, visit Hollósy Confectionery or Juhász Confectionery.
Sports and Activities
Active options include Budaörs Tennis Centrum (Baross utca 161, 07:00-20:00), Budaörs Town's Swimming Pool (Hársfa utca 6, M-F 06:00-21:00, adult HUF 1,200), ABS Sport Center with bowling (adults HUF 2,500), Fusion Adventure Center with go-kart and bowling, Spirit Boulder climbing hall (M-F 15:00-21:00), and On Line Squash and Fitness Club. PostART cultural center (M-Th 10:00-23:00, F-Sa 10:00-23:45) hosts events.
Shopping
Major shopping includes Auchan hypermarket (Sport utca 2-4, M-Sa 06:00-22:00, Su 07:00-21:00) with pharmacy, shoe store, post office, and bank; Tesco hypermarket (Kinizsi út 1-3, 24 hours); Korzo shopping centre (Építők utca 2); Príma supermarket (Szabadság út 52-54); and the Small Farmers' Market in Budaörs (Patkó utca, Sa 06:00-12:00).
Connect
Budaörs' postal code is H-2040, telephone area code is 23. Internet access is available at Telekuckó (Templom tér 15, M-F 09:00-19:00, HUF 500/hour) and Zsuzsanna Bercsényi Town's Library (Károly király utca 20, adult HUF 200/day).
Go Next
Nearby destinations: Törökbálint (6 km southwest), Budakeszi (11 km north), Biatorbágy (13 km west), Érd (15 km south), Százhalombatta (23 km south), Martonvásár (24 km southwest), and Zsámbék (24 km northwest). All are accessible by road via the M1 and M7 motorways network.
Guide text adapted from Wikivoyage contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to start
Eat
2040 Cafe and Lunch
Food bar.
Price when recorded: HUF
Eat
Berry's
Self service restaurant.
Price when recorded: HUF
Eat
Boszorkánykonyha
Food bar.
Price when recorded: HUF
Eat
Budakert Restaurant
Traditional restaurant and pizzeria with local cuisine.
Price when recorded: HUF
Eat
Caribbean Burgers Bar
Fast food bar.
Price when recorded: Hamburger: HUF
Eat
Corner
Pizzeria and fast food bar.
Price when recorded: Pizza: HUF
Do
ABS Sport Center
Price when recorded: Bowling: HUF
Do
Advent in Budaörs
In December.
Before you go
Accommodation
Budget guesthouses from HUF 13,000/night. About one and a half dozen pensions available, mostly in green areas.
Connectivity
Postal code H-2040, area code 23. Internet cafes and library WiFi available.
Food
Budget meals under HUF 1,700, mid-range HUF 1,700-2,700. Multiple food bars, traditional restaurants, and confectioneries available.
Shopping
Auchan and Tesco hypermarkets, Korzo shopping centre, and Saturday farmers' market.
Transport
Budaörs is split by M1 and M7 motorways. Train station has no ticket office - buy tickets on board. Local taxis: Örs Taxi and Zámbó Taxi.
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