Budapest by Tag: "Retro"

A Glimpse of Communism

"The Happiest Barrack" Today, Budapest is a modern city that embraces most of the amenities of other European capitals. But...read more

tags: history retro

Retro Budapest

Retro-hip has never been cooler in Budapest, especially to a younger generation that didn't have to endure the repression...read more

tags: local secret history retro

Tisza Shoes

Tisza was Hungary's biggest state-owned shoe manufacturer in the Communist Era. Their running shoe was widely popular among the...read more

tags: hungarian products shopping local secret city center retro

Rent a Trabant

Looking for something different? It has been 20 years since the Berlin Wall came down, but one communist achievement still lives...read more

tags: fun activities retro

Memento Park - Statue Park

Why visit: history, Communist past, unique collection Memento Park, a Communist-themed outdoor museum located just outside Budapest, is a reminder...read more

tags: must see attractions history statues museum retro

Bambi Eszpresszo

Bambi is one of the few surviving socialist-realist bars, with red plastic covered seats and tiny tables. A neighborhood presence...read more

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Táskarádió Eszpresszo

Wondering what it was like in the 60's and 70's in Budapest? You can satisfy your retro cravings at this...read more

tags: free wifi retro