Budapestflow

15/07/2025

I still remember the very first time I wandered through District VII with curious eyes, long before Budapest Flow existed. The layers of history, the raw energy, the stories literally painted on the walls — it all felt too alive to ignore.
That’s where the idea of alternative walking tours was born: not just to guide, but to reveal the city's soul through art, culture, and untold stories.

That’s why being featured in this Budapest Business Journal article about the street art of District VII felt incredibly rewarding. It’s not just recognition — it’s proof that this neighborhood, and the voices behind its walls, are finally being heard.

No matter how many times I stroll around Budapest’s Jewish Quarter, District VII, it seems a mural I’ve never spotted before catches my eye. According to Attila Höfle, founder of Budapestflow Walking Tours, the Seventh is the best place to see murals and street art in the city.

18/06/2025

When I started guiding street art tours in Budapest, I didn’t imagine the paths it would open — not just through the city, but into people’s stories.

A few weeks ago, a German production company reached out to me. They were filming “Wir werden Camper” (“We’re going to be campers”) — a show following first-time motorhome travelers — and one of their stops was Budapest. They asked if I could take the couple on a street art tour and host a graffiti workshop for them.
After walking in District VII to see various street art, they joined Paint Division — my partners in these workshops — to decorate a camper van on a wall using graffiti, bringing their impressions of Budapest to life through color and spray paint. A big wall, full of symbolism. And by the end, full of personal meaning too.
Let’s just say — it got colorful.

Watching two curious newcomers turn a blank surface into their own Budapest memory reminded me why I started all this.

Stories live on walls — and in people.

Huge thanks to Sagamedia for capturing it all, and to my partners at Paint Division, who bring the graffiti workshop to life every single time.

03/04/2025

Discover Budapest’s vibrant street art scene on a guided walking tour before diving into a hands-on graffiti workshop led by a local artist!

Have you ever dreamed of the thrill of popping open a fresh spray can and actually plastering a piece of graffiti on a wall?

We’ve partnered with some of the best local graffiti artists in all of Budapest to turn that dream into a reality.

Book a Street Art Tour and a Graffiti Workshop with us!

28/01/2025

No matter the time of year, there is nothing like catching a sliver of sun with some great street food. Budapest has seen a burst in its street food scene, so here are our top picks for tasty food on the go!

Budapest has seen a burst in its street food scene, so here’s our top picks for best street food on the go!

14/01/2025

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11/03/2024

We’ve got a special treat for you all this week. A completely comprehensive and detailed guide to all of the Budapest bath houses. From the touristy, glamorous baths to the underground, local holes in the … well, not the wall, but the ground…on the outskirts of the city. From hotel resort spas, to ottoman era relics, to outdoor strands, functional socialist era joints, saunas and steam rooms and everything in between. Come visit the link in our bio for the full low down! And if we’ve missed any of your favorites , let us know in the comments.
The weather’s getting warm and the streets are beginning to buzz. Come visit budapestflow.com for all the latest information about Budapest and booking information. We can’t wait to show you all the hidden secrets that Budapest has in store.
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04/01/2024

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31/12/2023

Happy New Year!
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13/12/2023

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16/10/2023

Budapest’s alternative art scene is a mosaic of creativity. From street art, to mini statues, bars, art galleries, graffiti walls and beyond, ever collected a list of the best places in the whole city to see true alternative authentic art. Every location on our list offers a slice of the city’s soul, blending centuries-old tradition with a burst of contemporary vigor. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a curious local, these places will give you a superb insight into the cultural beat of Budapest. Head to the link in our bio to see the full shebang.
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08/10/2023

Budapest's alternative spaces are more than mere venues; they're centers of community, resistance, collaboration and artistry. In all of these locations you can find yourself sipping refreshing drinks surrounded by a diverse blend of Budapest.

AURÓRA: Nestled amidst the raw textures of the VIII District, Auróra beckons to those who yearn for authenticity over touristic sheen.
Address: Auróra utca 11
Website: auroraonline.hu
GÓLYA: Step into Gólya and you're immediately welcomed into a realm of art and activism. We recommend attending one of their film nights or trying out their delicious local brews amidst thought-provoking conversations. The original Gólya Presszó was located in another part of district 8, but in the past few years the team behind this iconic cultural space has reestablished themselves in their new location, a multi-level hub of cutting edge art with frequent parties in a gritty, cavernous space.
Address: Kazán Közösségi Ház
http://golyaszovetkezet.hu/
KISÜZEM: A favored haunt for local creatives, you're likely to stumble upon an impromptu musical performance or an intriguing art installation. Their drink menu, consisting of both local and international options, is a must-try. They have delicious sandwiches and a rotated selection of soups and bar snacks. The quality of the food is much better than you would expect from a watering hole. Epic rum and whiskey list and a nice selection of cold beers. A place that never goes out of style, and is worth checking out at any time of day.

https://www.facebook.com/Kisuzem/?locale=hu_HUgoly
Kis Diófa u. 2, 1077
Stay tuned next week for our full list of places to witness alternative culture and art in Budapest.

03/10/2023

Today we are profiling some awesome pieces by the legend
As always he is mashing up classic Hungarikum animation with global pop culture.
Up first is a riff on the early 15th century masterpiece “The Arnofilni Portrait” by early Dutch renaissance master Jan van Eyck. Mark mixes this classic with “Frakk, a macskák réme” aka the terror of cats. The 70’s and 80’s classic features a Hungarian Vizsla dog and his antagonistic relationship with Aunt Irma’s two cats. Genius!
Number 2 borrows from legendary Hungarian painter Szinyei Merse Pál and his wonderful vision of a may picnic. But instead of 19th century European romantics, Mark uses the felines from celebrated Hungarian animation macskafogó. Inspired.
Last but not least we have the instantly recognizable American Gothic pose, but rather than American plains farmers it is Kukori és Kotkoda who take center stage. These early 70’s animated favorites are a married couple who constantly bicker as if they were humans rather than fowl. Sensational combination.
Thanks as always Mark for keeping our streets so interesting.