Welcome to Budapest and to the start of your Erasmus journey! Each day is packed with exciting activities, trips, and parties to help you make friends, explore the city, and kick off your semester in style.
Day 1 – Monday, Sept 1st
First Day of Orientation Week: MeetESN
Venue: Könyvtár Klub (Múzeum krt. 4, 1088 – courtyard)
Time: 7:30PM
ESN ELTE welcomes you to your new home in Budapest! At MeetESN, you’ll learn about:
How our mentoring system works
Who to turn to with questions
Trips, camps, and events coming up this semester
After the info session, join our volunteers for social games, music, and time to meet new friends.
ESNcard available (7000 HUF, cash only).
Register: https://elte.esn.hu/events/meet-esn-speed-friending-orientation-week
Day 2 – Tuesday, Sept 2nd
City Tour (Daytime)
Explore Buda Castle & Downtown Pest with our volunteers!
Two rounds: 10AM & 2PM
Groups of ~30 with staggered start times
Meeting point: Széll Kálmán square (next to metro)
Bring water, sunscreen, and a hat!
Register: https://elte.esn.hu/events/city-tour-orientation-week
Game Night (Evening)
Enjoy a cozy evening with card games, board games, and our very own “Erasmus Journey” challenge with rewards.
Venue: Könyvtár Klub
Time: 7PM
ESNcard available (7000 HUF, cash).
Register: https://cooltix.hu/event/68a1ace1eeecc002243f90a7
Day 3 – Wednesday, Sept 3rd
National Gallery Visit (Afternoon)
Discover Hungarian & European masterpieces inside Buda Castle! Fun challenges & prizes included.
Meeting point: Statue of Eugene of Savoy
Group 1: 1PM (gather 12:40)
Group 2: 2PM (gather 1:40)
Tickets: 2430 HUF (EEA under 26) / 4860 HUF (26+ or non-EEA), online until Sept 2nd, 1PM.
Register: https://cooltix.hu/event/689cef46893d1a764d3daf1f
Pub Quiz (Evening 1)
Test your knowledge in our legendary quiz night! Sign up solo or with a team.
Venue: Könyvtár Klub (downstairs)
Team formation 6:30PM | Quiz 7PM
ESNcard available.
Register: https://elte.esn.hu/events/pub-quiz-orientation-week
Karaoke Night (Evening 2)
After the quiz, let your inner star shine with Karaoke Night. ESNcard drink discounts apply.
Venue: Könyvtár Klub (downstairs)
Time: 9:15PM – close
Entry includes a surprise & wristband.
Register: https://cooltix.hu/event/68a0a3a8045edd1b55eafcf2
Day 4 – Thursday, Sept 4th
Scavenger Hunt (Afternoon)
Explore Budapest in teams, solve challenges, and win prizes.
Start: Egyetem Square (Law Faculty)
Gather 2PM | Start 2:30PM | End ~5:30PM
Bring water, sunscreen, and energy!
Register: https://elte.esn.hu/events/scavenger-hunt-orientation-week
Picnic on Margaret Island (Evening)
Relax after the hunt with games, henna, glitter, flunkyball, frisbee & chill vibes.
Location: Gulliver Park (Gasztro Sétány 1, 1138)
From 6PM
Register: https://elte.esn.hu/events/picnic-orientation-week
Day 5 – Friday, Sept 5th
Flag Party on the Danube
An unforgettable night aboard the Kassa ship, right opposite Parliament!
Theme: Flag Party – wear your country’s colors, bring your flag, and celebrate diversity together.
Date & Time: Sept 5th | 9PM – 4AM
Location: Kassa ship (Szilágyi Dezső tér 2, 1011)
Tickets: https://cooltix.hu/event/68a09648f749aeeb3fd39b54
ESNcard holders get discounts.
Register: https://elte.esn.hu/events/flag-party-orientation-week
Day 6 – Sunday, Sept 7th
Hike in the Buda Hills
Close Orientation Week with nature & great company! A light 3km climb to Elizabeth Lookout Tower, ending at Normafa meadow. Cogwheel train included (with pass or ticket).
Meeting point: Széll Kálmán square (under the clock)
Group 1: 13:30 gather | 14:00 train
Group 2: 13:45 gather | 14:15 train
Group 3: 14:00 gather | 14:30 train
Group 4: 14:15 gather | 14:45 train
Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, comfy shoes.
Register: https://elte.esn.hu/events/hike-orientation-week
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