Language Programs in Hungary

Whether you opt to study at a language school in Hungary or prefer university courses or lessons with a private tutor, any location you choose will leave you speechless (and not because you can’t speak the language). Its landlocked status and shared borders have caused Hungary to absorb a diverse array of cultural influences throughout history. Thanks to its auspicious geographical setting, Hungary is a treasure trove of hidden gems, causing students to implement double takes as part of their daily walk to class.

Blessed with an abundance of manmade and natural wonders, there is no shortage of adventure to be had within the city limits of Budapest. Up until 1873, Buda and Pest were two cities on the opposite sides of the river Danube, each one with distinctive characteristics. Buda encompassed the natural beauty of the city, while Pest contained the urban center and the iconic Parliament building. However, don’t leave Budapest without exploring Castle Hill, one of the most magnificent sites in Europe. After language courses in Budapest, students can head out to experience the local nightlife at some of the city’s ruin bars. And then in the morning, they can join locals in “taking the waters” (dubbed the best hangover cure) in one of the many natural thermal hot springs scattered across the city.

 Because roughly one-third of Hungarians live in Budapest, most language schools in Hungary are limited to Budapest. But, for the trailblazers and torchbearers always looking to devise a plan to stray off the beaten path, have no fear. Hungary conceals much of its exotic nature in some of its most remote cities. Mark down Debrecen, Miskolc, and Szeged in your travel log as cities where you can spend your weekend off in a more intimate, cultural landscape. These destinations are also a great way to put your new language skills to the test, as locals not living in the city are less likely to speak English.