Rakoczi Square
Rakoczi Square
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- Rákóczi tér • 1 min walk
- Blaha Lujza tér • 7 min walk
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stinkwink
Sydney, Australia7,389 contributions
Jan 2018 • Solo
Rákóczi tér and its surroundings were once the areas of cheap brothels, which although closed in 1950, but some of the hookers remained there It was like Amsterdams red light district. Now the homeless people took it over. There is a Metro 4 station, and around it, people are sleeping in groups and solo. The middle of the square has a strange decoration, big pieces of rocks in a huge flower bed. First I didn't understand the concept, but later on, someone told me, that is designed against the homeless since they won't lay on that very uncomfortable surface. Now the square itself is very orderly, and because of the trams and the metro, the visitors of the big market next to it, have efficient public transport. Also, there is an underground parking station.
Written January 8, 2018
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JnVSydney
Greater Sydney, Australia18,330 contributions
Feb 2020
Back in the day this area had a reputation, for prostitution, and people of il repute, however with the metro and a renovation of the square, it is a lively place at night, and to be enjoyed during the day with shopping in the market, or just taking a moment, with the plenty of seating.
Written April 27, 2020
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Howlo
Buckingham, UK9,525 contributions
Nov 2019
On our last morning we had some time to pass so we walked in the opposite direction to normal, we came across this market and square. Used by the local people, its good to see how they live, shop and spend their days. Well worth a look for true local culture.
Written November 23, 2019
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HameshaIndia
New Delhi, India197 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
We have been here several times in May-June and Oct 2017 as we live nearby when in Budapest. I can say without hesitation that this is the most charming metro station in Budapest. Janos Pal Papa Ter Station if nice too and so is Batthyany Ter.
The charm of the metro station comes from the layout of the square. The metro entrances are surrounded by trees, benches, a water body. There is a 120 year old market hall down one side, and small eating places down the other sides of the square.
Beautiful old buildings surround the square on small side streets so there isnt much traffic apart from one main road. You will find pensioners with children playing on the couple swings at Rakoczi Ter. And lots of pigeons cooing around to pass the time on with.
The tram stop is right opposite the metro station so it is even more convenient. Josef Krt, the main boulevard by Rakoczi Ter has trees and a wide walking path. Nice shops to look into. Here too, the buildings date to the 19th century and are beautifully decorated.
Yes there are 5-6 homeless people in a hideaway place next to the Station but you dont see them much.
All in all, we are always tempted to while away time here when we are passing by.
Our experiences are captured in 'Pigeons of Europe', 'Local Transport in Budapest', 'Visit to a Market Hall in Budapest', and 'Visit to the neighbourhood park' on the MyGardenSpace youtube channel.
The charm of the metro station comes from the layout of the square. The metro entrances are surrounded by trees, benches, a water body. There is a 120 year old market hall down one side, and small eating places down the other sides of the square.
Beautiful old buildings surround the square on small side streets so there isnt much traffic apart from one main road. You will find pensioners with children playing on the couple swings at Rakoczi Ter. And lots of pigeons cooing around to pass the time on with.
The tram stop is right opposite the metro station so it is even more convenient. Josef Krt, the main boulevard by Rakoczi Ter has trees and a wide walking path. Nice shops to look into. Here too, the buildings date to the 19th century and are beautifully decorated.
Yes there are 5-6 homeless people in a hideaway place next to the Station but you dont see them much.
All in all, we are always tempted to while away time here when we are passing by.
Our experiences are captured in 'Pigeons of Europe', 'Local Transport in Budapest', 'Visit to a Market Hall in Budapest', and 'Visit to the neighbourhood park' on the MyGardenSpace youtube channel.
Written May 8, 2018
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Angus
London, Canada601 contributions
Jul 2018 • Family
This is not a large or fancy market. This is a real market, where real people from Pest shop. Don’t be fooled, this is not a tourist market, if you are a grocery shopper, and actually buy your food in Budapest, this is a good spot. It is less commercial, and less touristy, then the other major market down near the Danube. But, it is what it is
Written July 9, 2018
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Peter_wiwi
Bembridge, UK473 contributions
Jun 2018
As Hungary comes of age post socialism this square with character and charm hark backs to a previous era of success now re landscaped it’s worth looking out for.
Written June 9, 2018
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OZS_ATW
Budapest, Hungary3,125 contributions
Dec 2017 • Solo
There is an M4 metro station in the middle of the square. Just behind you can see the Rakoczi Market Hall, which was opened for the public in 1897.
You can also access to here by tram No. 4 or 6.
You can also access to here by tram No. 4 or 6.
Written December 21, 2017
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