The nicest outdoor places throughout Budapest

Embrace the summer time in Budapest and discover the city’s coolest outdoor venues! Here is our top 8 shortlist of the most suitable places for an afternoon beer in the sunshine, a glass of wine under the stars, or a whole-day chill out in the open air.

1. Fröccsterasz on Erzsébet Square

Let’s start with the most popular option: located right in the centre of Budapest, Fröccsterasz does not need introduction to the locals as well as to most of the tourists. The name includes the word “fröccs” which is a typical summer drink in Hungary (wine + club soda). But the main attraction here is the buzz of Erzsébet Square, as it is a popular night time destination.

Erzsébet tér 13., Budapest, Hungary, 1051
https://www.facebook.com/froccsterasz

(photo: www.étterem.hu)

2. KIOSK and Terasz on Március 15. Square

Only a little further away from the centre of Budapest’s nightlife, KIOSK and Terasz on Március 15. Square has a lot to offer on a summer day: delicious food, an open-air bar with nice wine selection and a large, cozy terrace with a view to the Danube.

Március 15. tér 4, Budapest, Hungary, 1052
http://www.kiosk-budapest.hu/ 
https://www.facebook.com/terasz.M15

(photo: funzine.hu)

3. 360 bar above Paris Department Store

Rooftop bars have started to pop up throughout Budapest in the recent few years, but the highest one is still the 360 bar. As the name indicates, it offers a 360 degree view of Budapest all summer long. Evenings are the best time to visit the bar, since the sunset looks marvelous from here!

Andrássy út 39., Budapest, Hungary, 1061
http://www.360bar.hu/

(photo: 360 bar Facebook)

4. Fellini at Római Shore

If you dare to venture further out of the city and would like to slow down a little bit, there is a perfect place for you on Római Shore (Római part) with an authentic “dolce vita” atmosphere. Famous for its draught Belgian beers, its comfortable sunbathing chairs and the relaxing music, Fellini Római Kultúrbisztró can give you a really unique experience.

Kossuth Lajos Üdülőpart 5., Budapest, Hungary, 1039
http://felliniromai.hu/

(photo: budapestlocal.com)

5.  Jonas Craft Beer House in Bálna

If you think that the monumental building of the Bálna on the bank of the Danube is only an interesting sight, you would better take a closer look at it. As soon as the spring starts and Bálna’s terrace – which faces the river and consequently offers a spectacular view – opens, it turns into a lively area. For those interested in Hungarian craft beers, we especially recommend The Jónás Craft Beer House which sells 8 types of draught beer.

Fővám tér 11-12, Budapest, Hungary, 1093
https://www.facebook.com/jonaskezmuvessorhaz

(photo: Jónás Kézműves Sörház Facebook)

6. Pagony on Gellért Hill

Located right next to Gellért Thermal Bath, Pagony is a really special place, which operates in the old part of the bath. Now you can have a sit at a table in the former kid’s pool, and enjoy your lunch, dinner, Czech beers, and the relaxing atmosphere of the Gellért Hill.

Kemenes utca 10., Budapest, Hungary, 1114
http://www.pagonykert.hu/

(photo: terasz.budapest.hu)

7. Csendes Társ next to Károlyi Garden

Another downtown hotspot is Csendes Társ, which is especially suitable for dates, thanks to the tiny, lovely tables and the romantic candle light. But the place has more up its sleeves than the nice location, as it has a considerable wine list with more than one hundred items.

Magyar u. 18., Budapest, Hungary, 1053
https://www.facebook.com/CsendesTars

(photo: Csendes Társ Facebook)

8. Fruska Picnic & Bistro on the Kopaszi Dam

The Kopaszi Dam close to the Buda side of Rákóczi Bridge could be another nice, romantic getaway destination from the downtown. The huge green area and the splendid riverside location make it an ideal place for relaxation, sports and picnics. Speaking of the latter, the best choice from the many restaurants and cafés of Kopaszi Dam would be Fruska Picnic & Bistro, which serves picnic snacks as well.

Kopaszi Gát 13., Budapest, Hungary, 1117
http://www.fruskabistro.hu

(photo: fruskabistro.hu)