Auróra

This cultural community space takes its name from the shabby street in District VIII where it can be found. The centre went through a rough patch last year and closure was on the cards, but thankfully they made it through and, as they say, the show must go on. They do everything that the words ‘community’ and ‘cultural’ suggest, from yoga to social solidarity activities and theatre, but they excel on the musical front: there’s jazz, electronica and classical music in their repertoire, among others.

Island of freedom in an authoritarian country

Are you looking for a unique, authentic, no-frills place in the heart of Budapest? Aurora is the no-nonsense place where local community organizers, music lovers, and curious minds meet for a drink (great lemonade and beer)and meaningful conversations. Great live music venue on weekends and some week-nights, or come for their daily delicious vegan lunch. If you have an event to host consider renting their simple, and well equipped meeting room. You will not run into other tourists here :)

Good place!

Hungary's most open and accepting bar. Center for Budapest Pride.