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Budapest's Great Market Hall

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Top Floor Souvenirs at the Great Market Hall
Hungarian Doll for sale at the Great Market Hall

Hungarian Doll for sale at the Great Market Hall

Kerry Kubilius, licensed to About.com
The top floor of the Great Market Hall, or Grand Market Hall, in Budapest is devoted to traditional Hungarian crafts and souvenirs.

Some of the items you can look for while shopping at the Great Market Hall are dolls dressed in Hungarian traditional costumes, embroidered shawls and home decor, Hungarian decorated Easter eggs, porcelain and leather items, and handmade soaps and wooden toys.

The vendors speak English and prices are usually clearly marked. If you are unsure about the price of an item you are interested in, just ask. While it isn't always clear who is working which stall, you can catch the eye of the correct person if you scan the immediate area.

Most travelers find the prices at the Grand Market Hall to be reasonable. It doesn't hurt to compare prices of similar items offered by different sellers when you are there, though. For example, if you are like the looks of a particular embroidered item but don't care for the price, you may be able to find a similar item that was made with different fabrics at another stall for a lower price.

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