What is it? Szimpla Kert is the undisputed king of the Budapest ruin bar scene. The interior is huge and hung with random decor. Most of it looks like a circus, and there’s two floors to explore. For some sense of the scale, Szimpla Kert contains nine bars, serving over 400 drink varieties.
Why we love it The bar has continued to evolve over the last two decades to become a cultural and social hub in the city, with live shows and other entertainment a regular occurrence.
Time Out tip: There’s a wholesome organic farmers’ market every Sunday, with a little live music thrown in, plus the occasional flea market in the central courtyard.
Address: Kazinczy utca 14, 1075 Budapest
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 3pm-4am, Sat noon-4am, Sun 9am-4am
Expect to pay: While admission is generally free, you'll be paying around Ft 2,000 (€5) a beer – cheap compared to London, pricy for Budapest