Eszter Baracskai

Budapest

Spotter since 2021

About me

Experiencing a place's atmosphere for the first time, when many details feel heightened, is something I can't get tired of. Some spots trigger this feeling every time I step in. I enjoy taking people along to these little bubbles and seeing what they bring to them and take away.

I moved to Budapest for my studies and have since earned a Master’s in Cultural Diplomacy. Now, I’m diving into the world of translation and interpretation. I love learning languages, exploring new cultures, and discovering little local peculiarities.

I’m also a keen seeker of arts and live performances of all kinds, which add a distinct layer to the local culture. Budapest’s creative energy is fueled by small communities, and I feel lucky to be surrounded by inspiring people who bring the city to life.

Why Budapest
Before moving here, I hesitated between different cities, but Budapest won me over in ways I couldn’t quite explain. It’s a place where you can quickly find your people, rhythm, and subcultures, and by being in a mutually inspiring environment, one has good chances to be involved in whatever they’d like to be in.

Budapest is big enough to be diverse yet small enough to feel personal, with an ever-evolving and unique cultural scene. There’s always a lot going on. You just have to know where to look, as the best parts often blend into the picture.

My spots (24)

Hintaló

Endearingly mad bar

Hintaló in Budapest is in the 8th district, the city's most exciting & controversial district, and it's a bar with enormous character itself. It's ALIVE!

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Bars
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Music

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Eszter

Baracskai

Mar 18, 2025

Napocska

Sunny café by a market hall

Napocska brings color to area with top-quality coffee and tasty snacks. Once a run-down kiosk, now a local favorite café! Grab a drink and enjoy the sun!

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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Eszter

Baracskai

Mar 18, 2025

Orient Café

Coffee asylum at the train station

I have been wishing for a place like Orient café Budapest for so long — having such a calm spot close to the bustling Keleti train station just feels right!

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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Eszter

Baracskai

Mar 16, 2025

Móka

A multifunctional little corner

Móka in Budapest immediately drew my attention with its modesty mixed with eclectic coziness. It's the perfect place to meet locals from the neighborhood!

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Coffee & tea
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Restaurants
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Snacks

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Eszter

Baracskai

Mar 11, 2025

Trafó House

The hub of contemporary art

Trafó House is the place to go if you're interested Budapest's contemporary art of all kinds. Its unique atmosphere keeps bringing me back.

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Art & culture
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Music
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Theaters

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Eszter

Baracskai

Mar 11, 2025

Auróra

Home for the most diverse

Auróra in Budapest is a place to create, attend workshops, concerts, parties, rituals... It's a big survivor in the district and it keeps fighting!

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Art & culture
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Bars
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Snacks

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Eszter

Baracskai

Feb 23, 2025

Könyv Szekér

Bookstores on wheels

The concept of Könyv Szekér in Budapest is to save books from being thrown out or destroyed — they are little mobile bookstores on old-school carriages!

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Shopping

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Eszter

Baracskai

Feb 23, 2025

Szia+

Special souvenirs and gifts of all kinds

If you need something funny/unique or personal for an affordable price in Budapest, Szia+ is hands-down the place to go!

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Shopping

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Eszter

Baracskai

Feb 23, 2025

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