Places to Visit in Hungary

List of Places to Visit in Hungary

Thick forests, abundant castles and a fantastical landscape await anyone visiting Hungary. This landlocked country is among the most happening tourist destinations, offering nature, history and culture.

Take a look at some of the top places to visit in Hungary:

• Budapest
• Buda Castle
• Hungarian Parliament Building
• Gellért Hill
• Danube Promenade
• Museum of Fine Arts
• Hungarian State Opera House
• Budapest Zoo
• City Park
• Lake Balaton
• Hortobagy National Park
• Heviz
• Aggtelek National Park
• Sopron
• Eger

As you read this short guide, don’t forget to buy a suitable travel insurance plan for Hungary. This will ensure a safe trip by taking care of any unnecessary financial emergencies. Some of the best benefits of travel insurance include protection from flight delays, trip cancellation, luggage & passport loss and medical emergency coverage.

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Budapest

Hungary's spectacular capital is often called the 'Paris of the East' because of its numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The city is culturally important not only in the country but also in Europe for having some of the oldest settlements. Budapest is famous for its thermal springs, the River Danube and some of the best-preserved landmarks in Europe, making it one of the most important places to visit in Hungary.

Buda Castle

Next to the Danube river is perhaps the city's most important monument, the Castle Hill. Among many other attractions on this hilltop is the 18th-century Budavári Palota. This 200-room palace was left damaged due to the Second World War but has been restored considerably. Important highlights here include the Budapest History Museum, Hungarian National Gallery, the statue of Prince Eugene and more. The castle is functional the whole day and can be visited anytime.

Hungarian Parliament Building

Among the most popular architectures is this Neo-Gothic building dating back to 1886. The third-largest parliament building in the world, the Hungarian parliament is built over 18 km and has over 650 rooms. Nearby is the Fisherman's Bastion, which was built around 1895 and offers tourists some of the best views of the Danube as well as the surrounding neighbourhoods.

Danube Promenade

Tourists can take a stroll along this promenade while admiring the beautiful River Duna (Danube). One grim point here includes the chilling memorial for the Jews who were shot here during World War II. Visitors can also opt for a boat cruise along the river Danube.

Gellért Hill

Famous for its medicinal springs, the panoramic Gellert Hill remains a favourite among locals as well as visitors. Since the 13th century, this place has been known for the Rudas Baths, one of the oldest Turkish bathhouses in the country. Other attractions here include the Liberation Monument, the Citadel and the beautiful Jubilee Park.

Museum of Fine Arts

This museum boasts one of the best collections in Europe and offers artworks from Italian, Dutch and Spanish masters. Since 1870, it is a popular gallery for art lovers and is now a treasure-house for art lovers. Because of its rare collection, it’s among the best places to visit in Hungary for art lovers.

Hungarian State Opera House

Since 1884, this building has remained one of the most preferred public hotspots. The Opera House has a capacity of over 1200 people and is also home to the Hungarian National Ballet. If visiting after September, don't forget to purchase a ticket in advance!

Budapest Zoo

Functioning for more than 150 years, this zoo is a popular choice among families and children with more than 1070 varieties of animals in one place. The zoo has distinctive animal enclosures, a nature reserve and many feeding platforms for children to interact.

City Park

Since the 19th century, this 302-acre park has been a beautiful attraction housing several important places to visit in Hungary. Some of these include the Tivoli Pleasure Park, open-air Széchenyi Medicinal Bath, 100,000 seater People's stadium and the Municipal Zoological & Botanical Garden.

Lake Balaton

Also known as the largest freshwater lake in Europe, Lake Balaton is perfect for a relaxing holiday. The resort town in Tihany is surrounded by mountains, vineyards and a healing thermal spa, easily making it one of the most relaxing places to visit in Hungary. The place offers remarkable scenery and has several attractions, including the famous Sziget Festival. Nearby are some must-visit landmarks, including the gorgeous Benedictine Abbey from the 17th century and the serene Inner Harbor for some leisurely strolls.

Hortobagy National Park

If looking for an authentic Hungarian experience, head towards Hungary's Great Plain. Also called the Puszta, this place has been a protected grassland since 1973 and offers many fun activities to visitors. Tourists can hike, trek, bike or simply stroll on its many trails or even go horse riding. Nearby is also the famous Herdsman Museum, offering a lot of information on local Hungarian culture, especially about horsemen and shepherds who used to take shelter here before the place was turned into a museum.

Heviz

Most popular for its healing thermal lake, Heviz is perfect for some respite after a day or two of constant travelling. This town has been an important place for people thanks to its fresh thermal springs and various resorts that continue to attract travellers from everywhere. Heviz is very close to Lake Balaton and offers trekking and outing opportunities as well. Tourists can visit this town any time of the year, making it one of the best places to visit in Hungary. Other popular attractions here include the Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Roman Ruin Garden, Museum Collection Heviz and the Egregy Cellars.

Aggtelek National Park

Anyone who is fascinated by caves should head to this national park. Home to more than 700 caves, these Aggtelek caves have been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1995. The entire cave system is shared by both Hungary and Slovakia, with many of them not open to the public. Tourists can go on guided cave tours to some of the most popular caves here, such as the Baradla-Domica Cave complex, Meteor Cave in Bódvaszilas, Kossuth Cave and more.

Sopron

Lying very close to the Hungarian and Austrian border, Sopron is an essential part of Hungary. The city suffered a lot of damage during the second world war but has successfully retained a lot of its significant buildings and remnants of its past.

Tourists can explore this city, sample authentic Hungarian dishes, have an outdoor adventure or simply relax in Sopron. Some of its top attractions include the Old Town, Storno House, and the legendary Fire Tower. The tower allows a bird-eye view of the city and is a popular attraction in every guided tour of the city. Other important attractions include the Sopron Forest Park, Bailey Promenade, and Deak Square.

Eger

Eger holds a special place in Hungary's history for its important religious monuments, namely the Episcopal Cathedral. Founded in the 10th city by the first Christian king of Hungary, this city is undoubtedly one of the most important places to visit in Hungary. Some of the best attractions of this regal city include the Eger Castle, dating back to the 13th century, and the Lyceum, home to Mediaeval manuscripts, over 130,000 books and three extremely beautiful frescoes.

Other must-visit attractions here include the minarets dating back to 1596, when Eger was under Ottoman control, the Valley of the Beautiful Woman- a favourite place among wine lovers and the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle.