5 clubs you can’t miss when visiting Budapest

Instant-Fogas – the club of your dreams

Instant-Fogas is without question the numero uno party destination for most of the wildcats who visit Budapest. With its 17 bars and 7 musically diverse floors, this joint venture is the undisputed king of Budapest’s nightlife. Open Monday to Sunday from 18:00 to 06:00, so you’ll have plenty of time of time to experience the unique atmosphere of this club. The entry is free and the drinks are fairly priced, so don’t be surprised if a long que welcomes you upon arrival. Whether you’re planning to dance through the night to the hottest hits of the past decades, r’n’b songs, techno or salsa beats – this is your club to go. Also, an ideal spot for some ‘get-to-know-each-other’, if you know what we mean. 

Prices: a beer is around 1800 HUF and the entry is usually free.

How to get here: Located approximately in the middle of Akácfa Street, Instant-Fogas is just a few minutes of walk from both tram 4-6 stop Király utca, and Blaha Lujza tér, accessible by tram 4-6 and metro line 2.

A38 – A multifunctional boat club

Ahoy, landlubbers! Come onboard and get ready to sail out – or not, as A38 is a fixed event boat which never leaves the shores of Budapest. This venue offers one the richest clubbing palettes in the Hungarian capital. Boasting multiple rooms and spaces, it’s a concert hall, a gallery, a restaurant, a bar and a club, all combined in one venue on the swirling waters of the Danube. Just imagine exiting the steamy club area, grabbing the ship’s railing, and staring at the illuminated building of the Hungarian Parliament while a soft breeze ascends from the river and brushes your hair. Truly an experience of a lifetime. This is A38, one of the most unique party places in Budapest. Whether you’re into pop music, techno, salsa, drum’n’bass or some indie stuff, this club boat is without a doubt a party heaven for all! 

Prices: a beer is around 1800 HUF (4.5 EUR) normal ticket prices are between 1500-3500 HUF (6-12 EUR) but they have a lot of free events as well. 

How to get here: Take tram 4-6 to the Petőfi híd, budai hídfő stop, and take a short, southbound walk along the river.

Peaches and Cream – Fancy r’n’b club in heart of Budapest

Although the name is soft and sweet, the parties here are anything but soft. In contrast with the run-down interior of Budapest’s ruin pubs, Peaches and Cream boasts the old-fashioned glam of popular 2000s disco venues. The hottest girls and boys of Budapest gather here behind the glass walls to party in a black, white and pink surrounding to the sexiest r’n’b hits ever. If you pick this club, there’s a high chance you won’t have any language barriers when trying to talk to someone as it’s usually packed with foreigners. Level up your experience in the VIP section or bend the elbow on their all you can drink nights taking advantage one of the best drink deals of Budapest’s nightlife. 

Prices: if you’re not aiming for all you can drink nights its prices a bit above the usual, a beer is around 1900 HUF (4.5 EUR). Entry tickets range from 1500 to 5000 HUF.

How to get here: It’s only a few minutes’ walk from the Opera stop on metro line 1.

Pontoon – Unforgettable outdoor club by the Chain Bridge

Pontoon is without a question the hottest outdoor club of Budapest during summertime. Situated right at the foot of Chain Bridge, it offers you a breathtaking view of Buda and the Danube. Live music gigs, afternoon sashes, and electronic parties are all regular events. The only thing that seemingly weakens the awesomeness of this otherwise impeccable venue is its modest size: the covered dance floor area is 100 square meters at most, and although it’s got a terrace and a lot of tables scattered between the bars and the river, it can’t accommodate a lot of people. But, here comes the magic of Pontoon: an approximately 150-meter long shoreline surrounding the club. So, there aren’t any free tables or spots by the bar, just head out to the edge of the bank, dangle your feet over the water, and sip on your drink while admiring the beautifully lit Chain Bridge. Compared to this, squeezing around a table in a crowded bar doesn’t sound so tempting anymore, does it? We don’t blame you – it’s truly an amazing experience. 

Prices: you can get a beer for around 1900 HUF, but if you want anything else, you’ll need to reach deep into your pocket. But, if you promise not to tell on us, we’ll let you in on a little secret: you can just buy a bottle of wine in a shop nearby and find a spot on the river bank for free. 

How to get here: Get off Tram 2 or the 105 bus at Széchenyi István tér.

Morrison’s 2 – The must-go club of every traveler

Cheap alcohol, diverse music, karaoke, numerous dancefloors, and an in-house hostel – this is Morrison’s 2, one of the most well-known clubs in Budapest among travelers and locals (especially students) alike. While Morrisons might also be a convenient choice if you’re backpacking around Europe and looking to stay in a fairly priced but unique hostel, it’s highly unlikely that you’ll remember this venue for its comfy beds and opportunities for relaxation. This club is an all-around party heaven where you can let your hair down, dance, scream your lungs out in the karaoke room and make friends in an instant. Just like Peaches and Cream, Morrison’s 2 also has all you can drink nights, but be careful – as you can drink as much you wish for about 3000 HUF (not even 10 EUR), one too many glasses can easily turn your night into one giant blur of events and your next day into a swirling vortex of headache and nausea. They have 10 bars, giant screens, table soccer, beer pong and a heated garden as well, so whatever the month or time of day, it’s the perfect pick. 

Caution: There are a couple other Morrison’s clubs in Budapest but number 2 is by far the best and most popular one.

Prices: It’s really cheap. Like 2 euros a beer cheap or all you can drink for 10 euros cheap. 

How to get here: Take Tram 4-6 and get off at Jászai Mari tér.