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.

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

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

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

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

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

First constructed in the 16C by the Ottomans, the thermal baths still feature Turkish style, evident in their characteristic domes.

A 16C medicinal thermal bath constructed by the Ottomans; it retains separate days for men and women, and late operating hours.

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

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

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

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

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

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

An elegant Art Nouveau bath complex known for its mineral hot springs water and wonderful spa treatments.

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

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

One of Europe's biggest medicinal spa complexes sits atop two thermal springs and functions year-round.

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

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.

The national art museum, found in the Buda Castle, houses 500 years of Hungarian art from various genres.

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

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

A wonderful example of Art Nouveau architecture, this museum houses collections of textile, glass, and metal craftsmanship.

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

The vibrant musical program of this prominent opera house is just as exceptional as its lavish Neo-Renaissance architecture.

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

The former seat of Hungarian royalty and central to Hungary's Roman Catholicism, this northern town exudes charm and history.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offering lovely woodland views, the 13C remains of a boundary fortress on the Upper Balaton are a small part of Hungarian history.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

Offering lovely woodland views, the 13C remains of a boundary fortress on the Upper Balaton are a small part of Hungarian history.

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.

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

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

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.

Erected on foundations dating to 11C, this cathedral is a hybrid of architectural styles, and holds many artistic treasures within.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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