Social events
- Boat trip on river Danube 28 April, 2026– (EUR 15,00)
- Quiz night 28 April, 2026– (FREE)
- Walking tour to Buda Castle 29 April, 2026 – (FREE)
Conference participants can indicate the choices of preference on the registration site.
Trip on the River Danube
The sightseeing course with a rooftop deck visits the stunning buildings of Budapest on the side of the River Danube. The unique experience is elevated by the beautiful weather of Hungary; this time of the year is warm but not too hot, so it is indeed the perfect opportunity for coursing on the river. This is a highly recommend tourist activity by many and a nice way to experience the city.
Date: 28 April, 2026
Price: 15,00 EUR (including bus transportation to the boat and tourist guide)
Conference participants can indicate the choices of preference on the registration site.
QUIZ Night
Join us for an exciting Quiz Night packed with sports and Hungarian vibes! Test your knowledge with questions about international and local sports, from legendary athletes to unforgettable matches. Between rounds, enjoy fun and surprising questions about Hungary’s culture, history, and everyday life. The evening continues with music, dancing, and a lively party atmosphere, making it perfect for teams of friends who love competition, good vibes, and celebrating together.
Date: 29 April, 2026
This event is free to join!
Conference participants can indicate the choices of preference on the registration site.
Walking Tour to the Castle
Budapest is divided into two parts by the River Danube. Buda is on the right side of the river, while Pest is on the left side. The Conference will take place in Buda, not far away from the Castle. This is a great opportunity to admire the World Heritage sights of the Buda Castle and the Castle District including the Fisherman’s Bastion. You can also enjoy the fantastic view of the rest of the city, with the newly renovated Chain Bridge and the Parliament on the other side of the Danube. The waking tour will take 1,5-2 hours, with some uphill walking and stairs included.
Date: 29 April 2026,
This event is free to join! (including a guide)
Conference participants can indicate the choices of preference on the registration site.
Participants of the conference may consider the following options for accommodation. We listed several price options and indicated the distance from the conference venue.
Mercure Budapest Castle Hill (H-1013, Budapest Krisztina krt. 41-43) - 1,3 km
- This hotel is 10 minutes walking distance from the conference site.
- Guests are welcome to park vehicles outside the hotel entrance and to enjoy the brand-new design inspired by the colourful and lively streets of Budapest. The hotel is well located, the Castle District can be reached by walking through a nice park in 5 minutes. It has, direct access to public transport, such as buses, metro lines and the “Déli pályaudvar” train station. Easy to reach by car from M1/M7 highways. Ferenc Liszt International Airport is only 27 km’s away.
- For more info and for booking, please visit here
Novotel Budapest City & Budapest Congress Center (H-1123 Budapest, Alkotás utca 63–67) - 450 m
- The Hotel is within 5 minutes walking distance from the university, nice quality rooms and spaces, spa, bars and cafes.
- For more info please click here
Hotel Mediterrán (H-1118 Budapest, Budaörsi út 20a) - 1,3 km
- Walking distance from conference site.
- website
Ibis Budapest Castle Hill (H-1013 Budapest, Krisztina krt. 41-43) - 1,1 km
- Walking distance from conference site
- website
Gold Hotel Budapest (H-1016 Budapest, Hegyalja út 14) - 1,2 km
- Walking distance from conference site.
- website
Hotel Bara (H-1118 Budapest, Hegyalja út 34-36) - 1,8 km
- Walking distance from conference site.
- website
Hotel Charles (H-1016 Budapest, Hegyalja út 23) - 1 km
- Walking distance from Conference Site.
- website
Helios Panzió (H-1121 Budapest, Lidérc utca 5) - 4,5 km
- 25 minutes by public transportation from conference site
- This is a nice family run hotel with 11 double rooms (1-2 persons) and 6 apartmant studios (1-4 persons). The friendly,cosy rooms. Rooms with spacious terrace with magnificent view to Budapest (on request).
- website: Helios Apartman Hotel (heliospanzio.hu)
Jagelló Hotel (H-1124 Budapest, Jagelló út 38) - 850 m
- Walking distance from conference site
- See website for prices
Ábel Panzió (H-1113 Budapest, Ábel Jenő utca 9) - 3,3 km
- Walking distance or 3 stops with public transportation from conference site
- See website for prices
Hotel Walzer and Restaurant (H-1124 Budapest, Németvölgyi út 110) - 2,5 km
- Walking distance or 3 stops with public transportation from conference site
- See website for prices
How to get to the Hungarian University of Sports Science?
- Airport
- Keleti Railway station
- Nyugati Railway station
- Déli Railway station
Use BKK application for public transport: https://futar.bkk.hu/ (Magyar Testnevelési és Sporttudományi Egyetem, Alkotás utca 42-48, Budapest 1123)
Directions to the Hungarian University of Sports Science (1123 Budapest, Alkotás utca 42–48.)
Below is a map-style overview of the recommended travel routes to the Hungarian University of Sports Science from four main arrival points in Budapest:
Public Transport Routes
1. From Keleti Railway Station → Alkotás utca 42
- By metro: Take Metro Line M2 (red) from Keleti to Déli pályaudvar, and travel by tram (61, 17) or walk two stops to Csörsz utca station.
2. From Nyugati Railway Station → Alkotás utca 42
- Take Tram 4-6 from Nyugati to Széll Kálmán, transfer to Tram 17 or 61 and continue to Csörsz utca station
3. From Déli Railway Station → Alkotás utca 42
- Walk or take a Tram (17, 61) from Déli pályaudvar to Csörsz utca (2 stops)
4. From Liszt Ferenc International Airport → Alkotás utca 42
- By taxi or car: Approx. 25 km; 30–40 minutes depending on traffic.
- By public transport: Take the 100E airport shuttle to Deák Ferenc tér, then transfer to Metro Line M2 to Déli pályaudvar, then walk or take a tram (61, 17) for 2 stops to Csörsz utca station
Additional Information
- The suggested routes are based on Budapest’s metro network, particularly the M2, M3, and M4 lines, which all connect at Deák Ferenc Square.
- From the M2 metro station near Alkotás utca, it’s a 5-10 minute walk to the university entrance.
- Travel times and comfort may vary depending on traffic and time of day.
