Erasmus Experience in Budapest, Hungary by Ayşe

Why did you choose to go to Budapest, Hungary?

My friend that was an erasmus student offered Budapest. So, I selected Budapest.

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

300 Euros,In here, accommodation is expensive. I was lucky because I accommodated in GoodMo House that monthly fee was 200 euros for a bed in a room with three bedded. Monthly student ticket is approximately 11-12 euros. For eating, if the outside is selected, it will be more expensive naturally. But if you cook in the kitchen, it costs approximately 60 euros per person. Night life is cheap. On monday, there is discount in Coupling. Pizza King is a cheap place you could eat the outside.

What is the student lifestyle like in Budapest?

For student, Budapest is perfect city. It is old-fachined and active city.

Would you recommend the city and the University of Budapest to other students?

Of course, highly recommended

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Budapest?

200 eurso

How much does it cost to live in Budapest?

I explained all costs in previous question.

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

Available

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Budapest from your city?

I dont know that is there any train or bus choice. I went to Budapest with plane

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Budapest?

Morrison2, Hello Baby

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Budapest?

Pizza King (cheap :D)
Fesco Presszo(Gulaş)
New York Cafe(design)

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

House of Terror