Budapest

The original ruin bar that started the movement. A crumbling building filled with mismatched furniture, art, and cheap spritzers.

A stunning Neo-Gothic market hall with paprika vendors downstairs and langos stalls upstairs. The smoked sausages are incredible.

The largest medicinal bath in Europe, set in a grand yellow palace. Go on a weekend evening when locals play chess in the steaming pools.

The most beautiful cafe in the world — gold leaf ceilings, marble columns, and live piano. Come for breakfast to avoid the longest queues.

A tiny soup bar in the Jewish Quarter serving creative soups in bread bowls and gourmet open-faced sandwiches. Cash only, always a line.

Hike up for the best panoramic views of both Buda and Pest sides. Time it for sunset and bring a bottle of wine from a nearby shop.

A massive restaurant-garden in the Jewish Quarter serving Israeli-Mediterranean food under string lights and an open roof.

A fairy-tale terrace with seven towers overlooking the Parliament. Free to visit the lower terraces and magical at dawn before crowds arrive.

A ruin-bar-style pub where the walls and ceiling are covered in notes and messages from visitors. Write yours and pin it up.

The best langos in Budapest according to locals — crispy fried dough with sour cream and cheese. A must-try Hungarian street food.