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Hungary
Capital: Budapest · Europe
Budapest is safe; only common scam is overcharging in tourist taxis.
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Safety
Safe Safety summary
Budapest is safe; only common scam is overcharging in tourist taxis.
Best time to visit
Apr–Jun, Sep
Visa & entry
Schengen Area — 90 days visa-free for many passports.
Airlines
Major carriers operating to and from Hungary.
Wizz Air
W6· Flag carrier
Ryanair
FR
Lufthansa
LH
Turkish Airlines
TK
Travel tips
- Carry small notes — many places dislike large bills
- Validate trams/metro tickets at the platform machine
- Tap water is generally safe in capitals
Common scams & risks
- Taxi overcharging from airports — book via app
- Currency-exchange "0% commission" with bad rates
- Attractive stranger inviting you to expensive bars
Best cities to visit
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