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Turistbluffar och överpriser i Hungary: så undviker du dem
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Budapest and Hungary's main tourist areas are generally safe for visitors, though petty scams and overcharging are common around transport hubs and busy squares. The biggest risks are unlicensed airport drivers, overpriced exchange booths, and taxi fare disputes, all avoidable with official options and fixed-fare knowledge.
Uppdaterad september 2026
Vanliga bluffar i Hungary och hur du undviker dem
1. Unlicensed airport drivers
Så fungerar det: Drivers approach arriving passengers inside the terminal and offer rides at inflated flat rates, often 2 to 3 times the official metered fare. They are not licensed and have no regulated prices.
Så undviker du det: Walk past all approaches inside the terminal and use only the official taxi rank outside the arrivals hall, where licensed metered taxis wait.
2. Tourist exchange booths
Så fungerar det: Exchange offices near main squares and tourist streets advertise attractive rates but apply high commission and poor buy-sell spreads, leaving you with far less than the bank rate.
Så undviker du det: Use bank ATMs for cash withdrawals or exchange at banks. Always check the displayed rate and all commissions before handing over money.
3. Unexpected service charge
Så fungerar det: Some restaurants, especially in tourist zones, add a service charge of 10 to 15 percent to the bill without stating it clearly on the menu. Some also bring items like bread or water unrequested and charge for them.
Så undviker du det: Ask if service is included before ordering. Check the full itemised bill and politely refuse items you did not order.
4. Selling used tickets
Så fungerar det: Scammers at Metro stations offer to sell you their 'remaining' ticket at a discount, but the ticket is already validated or expired, leaving you liable for a fine during inspection.
Så undviker du det: Buy tickets only from official ticket machines, the Budapest GO app, or official sales points. Never buy from individuals.
5. The shell game
Så fungerar det: Street hustlers run a cup-and-ball or shell game on tables in busy pedestrian areas. Passersby who join always lose money, and an accomplice may pretend to win to attract bets.
Så undviker du det: Ignore these games entirely and keep walking. They are illegal and rigged.
6. Dynamic currency conversion
Så fungerar det: ATMs and card terminals offer to charge you in your home currency instead of HUF at a poor exchange rate, often adding 4 to 10 percent to the cost.
Så undviker du det: Always select HUF and decline the conversion offer. The same rule applies to card payments in shops and restaurants.
Officiella biljetter till de främsta sevärdheterna i Hungary
Skippa gatusäljare: boka officiella biljetter och turer med gratis avbokning.
Från flygplatsen till centrum
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Rimligt taxipris (officiellt, dagtid): 9 000 Ft - 12 000 Ft (24 € - 33 €). Use only the official taxi rank just outside the arrivals hall. Official Budapest taxis are metered with a published tariff approved by the city. Unlicensed drivers approaching passengers inside the terminal should be refused.
Bästa alternativet: Airport shuttle bus 100E to Deák Ferenc tér in the city centre. (1 500 Ft (4,08 €), cirka 45 min)
Kollektivtrafik: biljetter, stämpling och böter
- Enkelbiljett
- 450 Ft (1,22 €) (Single ticket valid for one journey on Metro, tram, bus or trolleybus within Budapest.)
- Stämplingsregler
- Validate paper tickets in the orange machines at station entrances or inside trams and buses before travel. For the Metro, validate before entering the platform. Tickets must be validated for each separate journey. Inspection officers can check at any time.
- Böter utan giltig biljett
- 16 000 Ft (43,55 €). Fine for travelling without a valid ticket. Reduced fee applies if paid immediately on the spot. The fine rises significantly if paid later.
- Betala med kort
- Contactless bank cards work on Budapest public transport for ticket purchases. The official Budapest GO app is recommended for buying and storing digital tickets.
Dricks och serviceavgifter
Dricks: Tipping around 10 percent in restaurants for good service is expected. Rounding up is common in taxis and cafes.
Täcknings- och serviceavgifter: Service charge is not automatic; a 10 percent tip is given voluntarily. Some tourist-area restaurants add a service fee to the bill, so check the itemised bill. Beware of places presenting menus without prices.
Kort, uttagsautomater och valutaväxling
Always choose to be charged in HUF and decline dynamic currency conversion. Prefer ATMs attached to major banks. Independent ATM machines in tourist areas often carry high withdrawal fees. Check the fee warning before confirming the transaction.
Områden där extra försiktighet rekommenderas
- Keleti and Nyugati railway stations: Around both main stations late at night, keep bags closed and valuables secure, as pickpocketing is reported in these busy transit areas.
- Váci utca pedestrian zone: Be alert for pickpockets and aggressive street vendors in this crowded shopping street, a common spot for distraction thefts.
Nödnummer
112
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