Gems of Western Hungary

The capital of Hungary offers centuries of history and architecture, as well as surprising nightlife and culinary scenes.

Wander through the Historic Center and enjoy architectural gems, local cuisine, and multitude of attractions.

One of the oldest zoos in the world, Budapest Zoo is located in a nature reserve and holds over a 1000 animal species.

Fed by thermal springs of Margaret Island, this water park has water slides, wave machines, and other fun facilities.

The interactive railway museum holds over 100 vehicles, suffused with a nostalgic charm that draws in kids and adults alike.

The area where the Danube river swerves southward is a spot of historical significance, seizing beauty, and is ideal for day-trips.

A vast national park comprised of several areas that offer a plethora of fauna and flora, hiking trails, and wonderful lookouts.

The traditional dwelling of Hungary's kings, this Baroque-style palace complex is rife with history stretching back to the 13C.

City's largest public park contains play areas, the famous Szechenyi Baths, and a lake that freezes into an ice rink in the winter.

Overlooking the Danube river, this hill offers historical monuments, a noteworthy citadel, and striking views of the city.

An excellent leisure area, featuring medieval ruins, a music fountain, a Japanese garden, sports facilities, and much more.

Discover the caves, local highland woods, and river habitats of this richly diverse national park.

Hungary's largest national park is home to deep caves, clear streams, great hiking trails, and breathtaking views.

Decorative fortifications built in Neo-Romanesque style as a lookout terrace that offers great views over the Pest area.

Covering 3ha, the oldest botanical garden in Budapest contains over 7,000 species of flora, greenhouses, and a Japanese Garden.

Take a guided tour of the largest government building in Hungary, popular for its mix of historic architectural styles.

An underground labyrinth, dominating the belly of the Castle Hill with an intricate system of cellars and caves rich in history.

Riddled with magnificent subterranean caves, this national park features great guided tours of the area on foot, horse, or bicycle.

A thriving artistic hub in the late 19C, this small town on the Danube containing churches, museums, and cafes.

Enjoy a stroll in this historical neighborhood of Budapest, filled with noteworthy landmarks and squares.

A three-floor market hall that offers a rich variety of produce as well as a taste of Budapest life, bound in Neo-Gothic charm.

A shopping street since the 19C, this avenue is lined with Neo-Renaissance manors, private boutiques, cafes, and theaters.

Situated in the Castle district, this street provides a nice walk among historic houses.

Situated on the Tisza river, this lovely city offers fantastic architecture, great pedestrian areas, and a vibrant atmosphere.

The former Hungarian royal seat, destroyed under the Ottoman rule and rebuilt in charming splendor by Maria Theresa in the 18C.

The National Museum houses collections that trace the history of the Carpathian Basin dwellers, Hungarians and Transylvanian alike.

Part of the city's historic center, this district contains large pedestrian thoroughfares and is a great place to wander around.

Once the capital of a Roman province, this archaeological park holds remains of ancient settlements, including two amphitheaters.

A narrow gauge railway stretching over 11km, it is operated primarily by children dressed in miniature official uniforms.

The picturesque freshwater lake is the largest in Central Europe, responsible for the local almost-Mediterranean climate.

Offering a fantastic view of the Danube, and famous for its ruins of a Renaissance summer palace, this town is well worth a visit.

A multicultural city famous for its rich history, Mediterranean climate, and wonderful local wine.

Wander through the historic heart of this city, admiring its architectural variety ranging from Romanesque gems to Ottoman relics.

A cultural complex housing ceramics exhibits, a puppet theater, cafes, and more, all dedicated to the Zsolnay family heritage.

A 4C necropolis of underground burial chambers, adorned with ornate murals, almost unspoiled frescoes, and a large sarcophagus.

The central square of Pecs' is edged with historic buildings, and strewn with local monuments well worth a visit.

A national park set along the Danube and Drava rivers, whose union creates a vibrant ecosystem, rich with unique flora and fauna.

Famous for its medicinal thermal water, this town also provides wonderful opportunities for a stroll.

A Roman burial site dating back to the 4C and comprised of several hundred underground tombs decorated with intricate murals.

A four-tower 11C basilica, renovated with Romanesque motifs, retains an ornate Gothic interior and hosts weekly organ concerts.

Housed in Pecs' oldest residential building, this museum showcases a collection of internationally renowned ceramics artwork.

A well-preserved mosque dating to the 16C Ottoman occupation, it houses a small collection of Turkish art and historic objects.

A popular summer destination, this lakeside town offers a great combination of long sandy beaches and thriving nightlife.

Located on the banks of Lake Balaton, this lovely city offers quiet secluded beaches, museums, and highly praised local wine.

A museum dedicated to the life and art of Tivadar Kosztka Csontvary, a famous Hungarian avant-garde painter.

A unique church housed in a 16C mosque which has retained its original style, and is Hungary's largest remaining Turkish building.

Set in a Baroque manor, the museum holds a remarkable collection of modern Hungarian art.

An operating 19C synagogue that retains original decorative elements - stencil work, iron cast columns, and a famous Angster organ.

A vast national park comprised of several areas that offer a plethora of fauna and flora, hiking trails, and wonderful lookouts.

The former Hungarian royal seat, destroyed under the Ottoman rule and rebuilt in charming splendor by Maria Theresa in the 18C.

A small town by the Austrian border famous for its wine, and for wonderfully preserving centuries of architectural gems.

Walk the cobbled streets and experience the ambiance of a town rich with history.

A cluster of remains from the Roman city center of Scarbantia, boasting original paving, and altars of the three main gods.

A cheerful square, edged with prominent local landmarks and architecturally fascinating buildings.

Exemplary of Hungarian Art Nouveau architecture, this palace is adorned with stone carvings and boasts an intricate glass roof.

Situated on the banks of Lake Ferto, the third largest salt lake in Central-Europe, this park is rich with natural treasures.

A national park strewn with traditional timber-built villages, set among a multitude of plants, insects, birds, and animals.

A symbol of Sopron, the watchtower is a chimera of architectural styles that offers remarkable views of the whole town.

Visit this piece of authentic local history and admire a gem of 18C Rococo architecture, erected on medieval foundations.

Enjoy a quiet respite in this lovely shaded square, edged on all sides by historically significant buildings.

A medieval square, noted for a 16C fountain, an arcaded house, and the adjacent former convent housing some ecclesiastical art.

The largest Rococo palace in Hungary dates to the 18C and boasts lavish interior, splendid ornaments, and a richly fashioned garden.

Located on the banks of the Balaton Lake, this national park is highly visited by international travelers and locals alike.

The church itself offers most remarkable 13C Gothic architecture, while the Hall beneath is famed for grotesque carvings of demons.

A museum housing three exhibits: artifacts of Celtic settlements, a Roman lapidarium, and 17C-18C Hungarian interior design.

A museum that traces the medical and pharmaceutical history of the town, and features an extensive book collection on the topics.

Located on the banks of Lake Balaton, this lovely city offers quiet secluded beaches, museums, and highly praised local wine.

This charming little town rests on the bank of a natural thermal lake, famous for its medicinal qualities.

Halfway between Budapest and Vienna, on the junction of three rivers, rests a city of industrial veneer and a hidden medieval charm.

Venture into the medieval heart of the city, exploring its rich cultural heritage, multitude of monuments, and historic buildings.

A still operational 17C pharmacy with exquisite vaulted ceilings, intricate frescoes, and lavish designs of medicinal themes.

Full of historic significance and charm, this medieval castle now houses a museum in honor of a martyred 20C bishop.

Constructed in 19C and beautifully restored, the former synagogue now serves as a museum and a music academy.

Situated on the banks of Lake Ferto, the third largest salt lake in Central-Europe, this park is rich with natural treasures.

Located on the banks of the Balaton Lake, this national park is highly visited by international travelers and locals alike.

A small museum displaying the works of Margit Kovacs, ceramist and sculptor, famed for her use of folk and religious motifs.

Safeguarding many liturgical relics, this treasury boasts Gothic chalices, an ancient embroidery, and a library dating to the 11C.

The 10C abbey still hosts an ancient monastery and a myriad of riveting gems, such as the library, the Cloisters, and more.

Named after a famous 19C Gyor traveller, this prominent museum houses exhibits about the regional past and local natural history.

The picturesque freshwater lake is the largest in Central Europe, responsible for the local almost-Mediterranean climate.

The largest Rococo palace in Hungary dates to the 18C and boasts lavish interior, splendid ornaments, and a richly fashioned garden.

The capital of Hungary offers centuries of history and architecture, as well as surprising nightlife and culinary scenes.

Wander through the Historic Center and enjoy architectural gems, local cuisine, and multitude of attractions.

One of the oldest zoos in the world, Budapest Zoo is located in a nature reserve and holds over a 1000 animal species.

Fed by thermal springs of Margaret Island, this water park has water slides, wave machines, and other fun facilities.

The interactive railway museum holds over 100 vehicles, suffused with a nostalgic charm that draws in kids and adults alike.

The area where the Danube river swerves southward is a spot of historical significance, seizing beauty, and is ideal for day-trips.

A vast national park comprised of several areas that offer a plethora of fauna and flora, hiking trails, and wonderful lookouts.