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InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Budapest

Hello to all Americans in Budapest! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Budapest? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Budapest which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for stuffed turkey?

Although Budapest has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, InterNations is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the InterNations community. Within our international network in Budapest, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

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Michael Preston

Michael Preston

Since I moved to Budapest I have been attending every InterNations event. That is how I met all my friends here .

Elin Gustavson

Elin Gustavson

Great to have found a place on the internet with reliable information and useful tips from other expats living in Budapest.

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An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Why you'll love InterNations in Budapest

81,372
members in Budapest
1,627
American members
64
monthly events
27
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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What American expats love about living in Budapest

To gain a better understanding of expat life in Budapest, we asked our American members for their opinions. Let’s start with the positive ones first.

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The city is awesome. The architecture, history, and culture are stunning. — American expat living in Budapest
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What I enjoy most about Budapest is being located in Europe and can therefore travel to interesting places. — American expat living in Budapest
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What stands out positively about Budapest is summers and free public transport for pensioners like me, and being able to travel in the country. Beautiful scenery and wonderful places to visit. — American expat living in Budapest
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One of the best things about Budapest is that city is not too crowded, not too small. Leisure options are plentiful and the location is very central. — American expat living in Budapest
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What I really enjoy in Budapest is the public transportation, and lower cost of living compared to US. — American expat living in Budapest
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Now let's move to negative reviews of expat life in Budapest

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What annoys me most about Budapest is that the locals are unfriendly, xenophobic, and cynical. The government is corrupt. — American expat living in Budapest
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I find it difficult that Budapest is that lack of healthcare, poor education opportunities and no coastline. — American expat living in Budapest
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One thing I do not like about Budapest is that it's difficult to get long term residency. — American expat living in Budapest
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I don't like about Budapest is that people working in shops are rude to customers and the language is extraordinarily hard to learn for foreigners. — American expat living in Budapest
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In Budapest, I find the Hungarians who are closed-minded and narrow-minded annoying. — American expat living in Budapest
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Why Americans move abroad … (and do they like it?)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys for expats — Expat Insider — where we ask people living around the world about every aspect of expat life. We’ve rounded up key facts about the typical American expat: what motivated them to move to a new country, what they enjoy about life abroad, as well as what they struggle with the most.

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Connect at Our Events in Budapest

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Budapest. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Budapest. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Budapest.

 FREE ENGLISH STAND-UP COMEDY NIGHT IN BUDAPEST WITH TAMAS VAMOS
Join us for a fun international evening with Tamás Vámos, a stand-up comedian coming from Austria, performing live in English in Budapest. Expect a relaxed atmosphere, plenty of laughs, and a great opportunity to meet new people from Budapest’s international community. 🌍 International audience 🎤
Join us for a fun international evening with Tamás Vámos, a stand-up comedian coming from Austria, performing live in English in Budapest. Expect a relaxed atmosphere, plenty of laughs, and a great opportunity to meet new people from Budapest’s international community. 🌍 International audience 🎤
Real Estate & Relocation Breakfast Series for Expats in Budapest
The Best Areas to Live in Budapest & Hungary We will discuss: – the best neighborhoods for families, professionals, diplomats & expats – differences between Buda and Pest lifestyles – transportation, schools, green areas and community atmosphere – city center living vs. suburban and countryside alt
The Best Areas to Live in Budapest & Hungary We will discuss: – the best neighborhoods for families, professionals, diplomats & expats – differences between Buda and Pest lifestyles – transportation, schools, green areas and community atmosphere – city center living vs. suburban and countryside alt
The American Dream – Exclusive Curator-Led Tour in English
Join us for a special English-language curator-led tour of The American Dream – Hungarians in the United States, 1776–2026 at the Hungarian National Museum. Created for the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, the exhibition explores more than two centuries of Hungarian-Americ
Join us for a special English-language curator-led tour of The American Dream – Hungarians in the United States, 1776–2026 at the Hungarian National Museum. Created for the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, the exhibition explores more than two centuries of Hungarian-Americ

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Find People Who Share Your Passions

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Budapest Community Group
Budapest Community Group

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Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations

  • Browse our network of members to get to know American expats in Budapest and connect with others.
  • Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Budapest.
  • Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Budapest and across the globe.

InterNations provides an easy, casual way to get to know expats from the USA and further afield in your local community. Sound good? Then let us welcome you into our Budapest Community today!

Mix and Mingle with Americans in Budapest at Our Events

Our Budapest community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Budapest’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow American expats to discover the flat to rolling plains of the Puszta. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from the United States of America in your local community and meet Americans in Hungary in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Americans living in Budapest!

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