Budapest is known for various reasons; beautiful architecture, thermal baths and yummy food. However, the nightlife is not lagging behind, either. The famous ruin bars are a unique part of the city’s nightlife.
The origin of these places dates back to the early 2000s when a bunch of young people were on the lookout for a cheap place to go out and have a drink. The perfect solution was abandoned buildings that ware furnished and turned into bars.
Here are our picks for best ruin bars in Budapest:
Szimpla Kert
Szimpla Kert is an old stove factory that was made into a ruin bar, and it is actually Budapest’s first bar of its kind. There are lots of different areas and rooms that have its own character. Wherever you look, you will see vintage and random stuff, like old computer monitors suspended from the ceiling, graffiti, random paintings etc.
Udvar(Rom)
Connected with the hostel, this simple and basic ruin pub is located in the courtyard of the building that has long wooden tables, a newspaper ceiling and fun games to play.
Instant
Multiple bars, lounges, DJs, dancefloors, game rooms, indoor and outdoor spaces, fun details everywhere you look are just some of the reasons why Instant is one of the most popular ruin bars in Budapest.
