Budapest is one of the best picnic spots in Europe – discover the loveliest places in the city
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The international shopping platform Ubuy looked at the three most popular picnic spots in each European capital and ranked them based on a number of factors. Budapest came third thanks to its three gorgeous parks.
Budapest among the best picnic spots
According to the international shopping platform Ubuy, these are the best picnic spots in Europe. The ranking criteria included, for example, Tripadvisor and Google Reviews scores and the number of posts, mentions and views on Instagram and TikTok. Combining all of these, the rankings were compiled, with London coming top with 78.6 out of 81 points, courtesy of St James’ Park, Regent’s Park and Hyde Park, which is particularly popular on TikTok. Second place went to Berlin, with Treptower Park, Mauerpark and Templehofer Park as its three top parks.
Budapest came in third, with 76 out of 81 points, not far behind the two other cities on the podium. The most popular parks in the survey are Margaret Island, City Park (Városliget) and Millenáris.
The 10 best picnic spots in Europe according to Ubuy:
- London, England
- Berlin, Germany
- Budapest, Hungary
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Ankara, Turkey
- Ljubljana, Slovenia
- Brussels, Belgium
- Dublin, Ireland
- Cardiff, Wales
- Kisinyov, Moldova
Margaret Island
The 2.8-kilometre-long Margaret Island, stretching between Margaret Bridge and Árpád Bridge, is one of Budapest’s most scenic parks. It makes the perfect place to unwind and enjoy some green serenity. Locals often come here in their free time to read a book under the shadow of the trees, admire the Japanese garden or wander around the ruins of the Dominican convent. The three-kilometre-long island is a refuge from the hustle and bustle of the city. It’s a popular spot among friends and families.
