Student life also comes with the responsibility of taking care of oneself, especially if you’re moving out of your parents’ home. At first, this may not seem like a big challenge, particularly for those who are already used to managing things at home. However, based on our experience, for most students, this is an entirely new experience that they essentially have to learn.
At some point, students realize that these daily tasks can take up a significant amount of their time, reducing the time available for studying and socializing.
However, this is only difficult in the beginning. Once students find their go-to stores nearby, their favorite products, etc., they quickly adapt to this rhythm, incorporating it seamlessly into their daily lives. Eventually, they learn to manage their time efficiently between daily chores, studying, and social life.
We want to help with the first step of this process by showing you where to get the things that will make your everyday life more comfortable near Diáklakás, in the heart of Budapest.
In this article, we introduce various types of stores, including:
- Home decor stores
- Grocery stores
- Chinese stores
- Flower shops
- Creative & hobby stores
- Sports stores
- Second-hand vintage stores
- Adult stores
Home Decor Stores
Flying Tiger Copenhagen Váci Street
Address: Budapest, Váci utca 22, 1052 Hungary
Flying Tiger is a creative and fun home décor store where you can find small decorations, kitchen utensils, and practical accessories to make your student room unique.
ZARA Home
Address: Budapest, Bécsi utca 5, 1052 Hungary
If you love elegant and modern home décor, ZARA Home is the perfect choice. Their selection includes luxury-style bedding, home fragrances, and decorative elements that add style to your home.
Vasedény
Address: Budapest, Rákóczi út 18, 1072 Hungary
This store offers a wide range of practical household and kitchen tools, so you can find everything you need for a student apartment, including pots, plates, glasses, and baking/cooking accessories.
Grocery Stores & Markets
Kamra – Békési Delicacies
Address: Budapest, Nagy Diófa utca 1, 1072 Hungary
A small gourmet shop offering homemade delicacies from Békés county, including sausages, cheeses, jams, and other traditional Hungarian treats.
Great Market Hall
Address: Budapest, 1093 Hungary
The city’s largest and most famous market, where you can choose from fresh, locally sourced vegetables, fruits, meats, and cheeses to prepare healthy meals. It’s a great place if you want to take care of your weekly grocery shopping.
Chinese Stores
Chinese stores are essentially general stores. You can find many daily necessities here, such as food, drinks, snacks, cleaning supplies, household tools, plastic containers, and kitchenware. Additionally, if you need alcohol, these stores also stock it.
There are two Chinese stores near Diáklakás:
Super Discount Store
Address: Budapest, Gutenberg tér 4, 1088 Hungary
An affordable general store where you can buy household goods, groceries, and kitchen supplies.
Chinese Discount General Store
Address: Budapest, Rákóczi út 16, 1072 Hungary
A store with a wide selection of inexpensive and practical household items, from pots and storage boxes to small home accessories.
Flower Shops
Non-Stop Flower Shop
Address: Budapest, Múzeum körút 35, 1053 Hungary
If you ever want to buy fresh flowers or plants, this shop is always open! You can brighten up your room with a bouquet or a beautiful potted plant.
Astoria Roses Flower Shop
Address: Budapest, Károly körút 3a, 1075 Hungary
A wide selection of elegant bouquets, houseplants, and decorative flowers to make your student accommodation feel more like home.
Creative & Hobby Stores
Úristen! Festek! Art Supplies
Address: Budapest, Szentkirályi utca 38, 1088 Hungary
An ideal store for painters, graphic designers, and DIY enthusiasts, offering paints, brushes, sketchbooks, and other art supplies.
Hobby Jewelry Components
Address: Budapest, Klauzál utca 6, 1072 Hungary
If you love making your own jewelry, here you’ll find beads, chains, pendants, and other components for your creative projects.
Sports Stores
Decathlon Corvin
Address: Budapest, Futó utca 37, 1083 Hungary
Decathlon is one of Hungary’s most popular sports store chains, with multiple locations in Budapest. No matter what sport you practice, you can find all the necessary equipment here. A wide selection of sports gear is available, from running and yoga to gym clothes and accessories.
Hervis Budapest Corvin
Address: Budapest, Kisfaludy utca 32-38, 1085 Hungary
Besides Decathlon, this is another popular sports store chain in Hungary. They offer sports shoes, apparel, and accessories for every type of activity. Whether you need new running shoes or fitness accessories, you’ll find them here.
Kálvin Sport – BioTechUSA Kálvin Square
Address: Budapest, Városkapu Üzletház, Kálvin tér 7, 1091 Hungary
A wide selection of protein powders, supplements, and sports nutrition products for students following an active lifestyle.
Second-Hand Vintage Stores
Second-hand and vintage fashion is gaining popularity globally, and Budapest is no exception. These stores offer high-quality clothing at very reasonable prices. Plus, it’s a highly sustainable shopping method—rather than buying another fast-fashion item, you’re choosing a pre-made (but still excellent) piece.
You can find amazing, high-quality items in these stores. It’s like a treasure hunt!
There are many great second-hand vintage stores in Budapest, and you can read more about them in one of our previous articles. Near Diáklakás, the following second-hand stores are available.
Szputnyik
Address: Budapest, Dohány utca 20, 1074 Hungary
A store offering unique, vintage, and retro clothing items for those who love sustainable fashion and an individual style.
Bonjour Second Hand
Address: Budapest, Bródy Sándor utca 27, 1088 Hungary
A huge selection of high-quality second-hand clothes and vintage items, conveniently close to student accommodations.
Humana Vintage Astoria
Address: Budapest, Károly körút 8, 1052 Hungary
Looking for sustainable fashion? This store offers stylish, hand-picked vintage clothes at affordable prices.
Adult Stores
Ending on a spicier note. If you’d like to spice up your private life (whether you’re alone or exploring new relationships), these stores offer a variety of exciting products to enhance your intimate moments.
Black Dream
Address: Budapest, Mária utca 9, 1085 Hungary
A wide selection of adult products to make your private life more fun and exciting.
Intim Center Sex Shop
Address: Budapest, Károly körút 14, 1052 Hungary
A broad range of erotic accessories and gifts, helping you explore new dimensions of passion.
