Destination: Budapest
Practical Matters Budapest   Before You Go   When You Are There    *Time    *Arriving    *Customs    *Money    *National Holidays    *Tourist Offices    *Opening Hours    *Public Transportation    *Driving    *Car Rental    *Taxis    *Personal Safety    *Telephones    *Post    *Tips/Gratuities    *Electricity    *Health    *Clothing Sizes    *Concessions   Language   Offices to Serve You Abroad	DRIVING Speed limit on motorways: 130kph Speed limit on major roads: 100kph Other roads: 90kph Cars with trailors, coaches: 70kph Speed limit in built-up areas: 50kph Seat belts must be worn in front seats and rear seats where fitted. There is a total alcohol ban for drivers in Hungary. Petrol (leaded and unleaded) is readily available. Opening times vary, but there are 24-hour stations. Self-service is the norm. Credit cards are not accepted everywhere. Contact the Hungarian Automobile Association (Phone: 212 2821, 24-hour service) which is affiliated to the AA. In the case of an accident call the police (Phone: 107) in the first instance. Assistance with insurance can be obtained from the Hungaria Insurance Company,1113 Budapest, Hamzsabégi ùt 60 Phone: 209 0730. Vehicles with damaged bodywork may only leave the country with an official certificate.	COUNTRY Hungary REGION CITIES Budapest   Viewing   Top Ten   What To See   Where To ...   Practical Matters MAPS World Europe TRAVEL BOOK