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    Tourist Attractions in Hungary

    The most interesting and beautiful tourist attractions in Hungary. Photos and a brief description.

    About Hungary

    A trip to Hungary will give tourists a lot of unusual and pleasant impressions. There are no fewer attractions of various kinds in it than in other European countries. Hungary has interesting corners of nature, ancient fortresses, castles, and many religious buildings of different eras and styles. attractionseeing of architectural monuments can be combined with visiting museums or the Hungarian Opera House.

    You can enjoy a relaxing holiday at the thermal resorts. There are warm springs with healthy water in almost every city. However, several of them can be distinguished. The Sechen baths stand out for their size and luxury. The Mishkolts-Tapolts Cave Bathhouse is unusual and has practically no analogues in the world. For those who like to relax in natural conditions in Hungary there is a large thermal lake Heviz.

    Top Tourist Attractions in Hungary

    Hungarian Parliament Building

    Located in Budapest on the banks of the Danube. Its construction, begun in 1885, lasted almost 20 years. Its architecture fancifully combines the style of Neo-Gothic and Parisian bazaar with oriental motifs. The Parliament building is the largest in Hungary. 691 rooms are located under the dome with a height of 27 meters. The interior is richly decorated with mosaic panels, gilding and stained glass windows. Guided tours are available for tourists.

    Hungarian Parliament Building
    Buda Fortress (Budapest)

    Buda Fortress (Budapest)

    The residence of the Kings of Hungary, which is included in the UNESCO Heritage list. The oldest part of the palace was built in the XIV century. Over the years of its existence, the fortress has survived several sieges, destructions and reconstructions, which took away many historical architectural delights. The reconstruction of the castle was completed in 1980. Among the preserved historical buildings are the Sandor Palace, the house of Hungarian wines, the Fisherman's Bastion.

    Visegrad Fortress

    It was built in the XIII century. In the Middle Ages – the residence of the Hungarian kings. During the invasion of the Austrian troops in the XVIII century, it was almost completely destroyed. Only the surviving tower of Solomon stood among the ruins. Reconstruction is currently underway. In the restored walls of the fortress, you can explore the interiors of medieval kitchens and dining halls, a torture chamber has been recreated, there is a collection of ancient weapons.

    Visegrad Fortress
    Citadel (Budapest)

    Citadel (Budapest)

    In the XVIII century, the slopes of Gellert hill with a height of 235 meters were covered with vineyards. At the end of the XIX century, a citadel was built on its top. The view of both banks of the Danube gave it a special strategic value. In a military capacity, it existed for about 20 years, before the formation of Austria-Hungary. Nearby stands the 14-meter Statue of Liberty on a pedestal of 26 meters. It was installed in memory of the liberation of Hungary from the Nazis.

    Szecheni Chain Bridge (Budapest)

    The symbol of the capital of Hungary. This is the first stone bridge that connected two different cities at that time – Buda and Pest. The opening took place in 1849, and at that time the bridge was one of the largest in the world. The reopening of the bridge was in 1949, after the restoration from the explosion by German troops. The bridge is currently 380 meters long and 14.5 meters wide. In the dark, the backlight turns on.

    Szecheni Chain Bridge (Budapest)
    Shoes on the Danube Embankment (Budapest)

    Shoes on the Danube Embankment (Budapest)

    The monument to the victims of the Holocaust is a sculptural composition in the form of 60 pairs of shoes. Many call this monument the saddest in the world. Children's sandals, women's fancy shoes, men's worn–out shoes - made of iron, they are placed on the embankment of the Danube as if their owners are about to return back. The terrible reality became the idea for the monument – before the execution, the Nazis forced the victims to take off their shoes, and the bodies were dumped into the water.

    Lake Balaton

    Tourists often call Balaton the "Hungarian sea", as the length of the lake is almost 80 km. A trip to the lake is one of the main tourist destinations in the country. The average depth of the lake is about 3 meters. The gentle southern shores attract many families with children for a beach holiday. The northern shore is more popular with sailing enthusiasts. There are many resorts and wellness centers on the shores of the lake.

    Lake Balaton
    Varosliget Park (Budapest)

    Varosliget Park (Budapest)

    The park was built in 1799 on a marshy area. A network of water channels was laid on the drained territory, thousands of trees were planted. Among them, several artificial lakes were equipped. Now it is one of the favorite parks for walking among Budapest residents and guests of the city. It has a lot of entertainment: a botanical garden, a zoo and a circus, the Vaidahunyad Castle and several museums are available for inspection.

    Szecheni Baths (Budapest)

    A large bath complex, built in 1909. It houses 3 external pools and 15 internal ones, as well as several saunas. The complex is considered balneological. The baths are supplied with thermal water from the well of St. Stephen. The water temperature in the spring is 77 ° C, it rises to the surface from a depth of 1200 meters. The healing properties of thermal water help in the treatment of many diseases.

    Szecheni Baths (Budapest)
    Heroes' Square (Budapest)

    Heroes' Square (Budapest)

    The famous square of the capital of Hungary. About 50,000 people came to its opening in 1896. In the middle of the square there is a 36-meter Millennium Monument. Figures of the country's heroes are mounted on the columns, and between them are 14 monuments to members of the royal Arpad dynasty and allegorical figures. The architectural basis of the square consists of the buildings of museums built in the style of classicism with elements of eclecticism and Baroque.

    Fisherman's Bastion (Budapest)

    The construction of the bastion was completed in 1905. It is a square in the form of a gallery 140 meters long, 8 meters wide, decorated with towers and balustrades. Despite the name, the bastion was not built for defensive purposes. Previously, fish was traded on this place, and now it is a wonderful architectural addition to the Matthias Church. From the walls of the bastion there is a magnificent view of the Danube and the capital.

    Fisherman's Bastion (Budapest)
    Matthias Church (Budapest)

    Matthias Church (Budapest)

    Located on the Buda hill. It was built in the XIV century in the Gothic style. The bell tower of the church is the tallest building of the Buda Fortress complex. Its height is 82 meters. The church has 3 naves with a large number of adjoining chapels. The roof is covered with red tiles. The main decoration of the interior is stained glass windows and wall paintings. Two columns have been preserved since 1260, they are located under the Bela Tower.

    Hungarian Opera House (Budapest)

    The impressive opera house was built in the XIX century in the Neo-Renaissance and Baroque style. It is decorated with ornaments and sculptures. The wall painting in the auditorium is made by famous artists: Tan, Sergey, Lotz. The horseshoe-shaped hall has excellent acoustics. Famous actors, conductors and composers, including Italian composer Giacomo Puccini, are happy to work there.

    Hungarian Opera House (Budapest)
    Hungarian National Museum (Budapest)

    Hungarian National Museum (Budapest)

    The theme of the museum is the history and art of Hungary in the period from the founding of the country to the present. In total, the museum has about a million exhibits in collections of different themes. There are many archaeological finds, including samples of stone writing from the Roman period. There are collections of coins, weapons, jewelry, household items of different periods, as well as the hall of the royal mantle.

    House of Terror Museum (Budapest)

    It is located in the building of a former prison and is dedicated to the totalitarian period in the history of Hungary. A strict gray building with black edging. The view of the frame creates a large black visor with the word "TERROR" stamped on it. On sunny days, this inscription casts a shadow on the facade of the building. The museum exhibits exhibits left over from the fascist regime and requiring reflection: instruments of torture, documents and objects of that time.

    House of Terror Museum (Budapest)
    St. Adalbert's Basilica (Esztergom)

    St. Adalbert's Basilica (Esztergom)

    Catholic church in the city of Esztergom. It was built on a hill on the banks of the Danube in 1869. The architecture of the temple is made in the neoclassical style, the building itself has a cruciform shape. The length of the basilica is 118 meters, the width is almost 50 meters. The facade of the building is decorated with 8 columns. The interior is based on mosaics, columns, frescoes and statues. On the dome of the basilica there is an observation deck with excellent views of the city, the mountains and the Danube.

    Pannonhalma Abbey

    The Benedictine Abbey has a long history. It was founded in 996. The building has been rebuilt several times, so its architecture combines the styles of different eras. The unique religious ancient complex is included in the UNESCO list of objects of protection. The Basilica of St. Martin of the Abbey impresses with the luxury of the interiors. More than 300,000 unique and valuable books are stored in libraries. There is a botanical garden and a winery.

    Pannonhalma Abbey
    St. Stephen's Basilica (Budapest)

    St. Stephen's Basilica (Budapest)

    The current large-scale temple with picturesque interiors. The construction of the temple was completed in 1905, it lasted almost 50 years. The height of the basilica is 96 meters, almost the entire capital can be seen from the observation deck under the dome. The interior is decorated with bronze bas-reliefs, marble and mosaics. Organ and classical music concerts are often held. The church choir sings at Sunday services.

    Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul (Oven)

    The Roman Catholic Cathedral is located on Domskaya Square in the city of Peche. It was built in the XI century. In the XVI-XVII centuries, the cathedral was used by the Turks as a mosque. The facade of the building is made in a classical style with sharp arched forms and decorated with statues of the 12 apostles. The interior is dominated by gilded sculptures and frescoes. The cathedral organ consists of 75 pipes. The famous Franz Liszt performed Messi on it.

    Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul (Oven)
    Cathedral of Szeged

    Cathedral of Szeged

    An incredibly beautiful building in the neo-Romanticism style, built of red brick in 1930. It is an architectural monument. Tourists are attracted by 91-meter-high towers aimed at the sky. In total, the cathedral has 57 turrets of different sizes. The main hall of the cathedral is designed for 5,000 parishioners. Wall paintings, reliefs, mosaics in the Art Nouveau style – the unusual decor inside further enhances the vivid impression of the cathedral's design.

    Tihany Abbey

    It was built on the site of an ancient earthen fortress. As a result of enemy raids and fires, only the Baroque church of 1754 has remained from the old monastery building to date. The carved altars in it are luxuriously decorated and are considered a masterpiece of wooden sculpture in Hungary of the XVIII century. Master Sebastian Stuhlhof worked on the creation of altars for 25 years and did not take payment for his work.

    Tihany Abbey
    Reformed Cathedral (Debrecen)

    Reformed Cathedral (Debrecen)

    It is considered a symbol of the city of Debrecen. The design is made in a classic traditional style – strictly and without unnecessary details. The interior design of the cathedral is also very modest, the walls are painted with simple white paint. The area of the cathedral is quite large – it can accommodate up to 5,000 people. It is the largest Reformed church in Hungary. The Lajos Kossuth chair is displayed as a landmark in the cathedral.

    Eger Fortress

    A medieval fortress, whose defenders showed heroism in defense against the invasion of the Turks in 1552. Built in the XIII century, it is now a museum complex. Bastions and underground casemates are available for tourists to explore. The Istvan Dobo Museum tells visitors about the rich history of the Eger Fortress. In summer, medieval-style celebrations with jousting tournaments are held.

    Eger Fortress
    The Royal Palace in Gedella

    The Royal Palace in Gedella

    The palace-estate, a masterpiece of Hungarian architecture in the Baroque style. It was built in the XII century. For several centuries, a stable, a greenhouse, and a theater were added to it. Currently, it is a museum complex with restored interiors of the royal chambers. The expositions of the halls are dedicated to the Grashshalkovich dynasty. A separate object for inspection is the Chapel of St. John of Nepomuk. There is a 29-hectare park around the palace.

    Festetich Palace (Kesthey)

    It is located in a picturesque park near Lake Balaton. One of the largest castles in the country, built in the XVIII century. The facade and interior decoration resembles the palaces of France. The castle houses a museum. The museum's collections consist of valuable and rare books, weapons from different eras. In the stables of the palace there are samples of various carriages – carriages and carts. Various official and entertainment events are held in the halls of the palace.

    Festetich Palace (Kesthey)
    Historical center of Sopron

    Historical center of Sopron

    There are many architectural monuments of history in this place, most of them were made in the XVI–XVIII centuries in the Baroque style. A maze of narrow cozy streets with old buildings of different eras diverges from the main square. The Gothic Church of the Goat, the House of the General, the house of Fabricius with archaeological exhibits and antiques – and that's not all. The symbol of the historical center is a Fire tower with a height of 60 meters.

    The village of Holloke

    The Open-air Museum of Ethnography, which is included in the UNESCO Heritage list. 500 people live in the museum village, and all of them lead a normal daily life. For visitors, this is a great opportunity to look at folk traditions that have been preserved for several centuries. Many residents are engaged in traditional folk crafts – pottery, embroidery, wood carving.

    The village of Holloke
    The old Town of Gyor

    The old Town of Gyor

    The historic district of the city, which is visited by thousands of tourists every year. They are attracted by magnificent architectural ensembles of ancient buildings of the XVIII century. The starting point for the inspection is the Central Square of Sechenia. It is surrounded by Baroque buildings – the Abbot's house, the Jesuit Church, the old town hall, the Vashtushkosh house. In the Janos Xanthus Museum, you can get acquainted with the history of the city of Gyor.

    Lillafured Resort

    The popular resort is located by Lake Hamori among the forests of the Bukk mountain range. For the accommodation of tourists, a hotel has been built that looks more like a palace. There are many guests in it at any time of the year. Travelers come here to enjoy the clean mountain air and picturesque views. Popular water walks on the lake, hiking in the woods. You can also visit the caves with bats or the Blue Waterfall.

    Lillafured Resort
    Mishkolc-Tapolca Cave Bath

    Mishkolc-Tapolca Cave Bath

    The uniqueness of the bathhouse is in its location. It is located in a cave formed naturally over thousands of years. The cave is located in a large beech forest in the mountains. The air of the cave is considered therapeutic, it is especially useful for asthma diseases. Thermal water has a composition enriched with minerals, but at the same time with a low salt content. This allows you to stay in the water for almost unlimited time.

    Heviz

    Thermal lake in the western part of the country. Recreation on it is popular at any time of the year. The water temperature in it does not fall below 24 ° C even in winter, and in summer it reaches 36 ° C. Heviz is one of the largest thermal lakes in the world. Its area is 47,000 m2. Substances in the composition of water help in the treatment of many diseases, but there are also contraindications – pregnancy, cancer, asthma, tuberculosis.

    Heviz
    Aggtelek Caves

    Aggtelek Caves

    Located in the karst mountains on the territory of the national park in the north of the country. Numerous caves form intricate labyrinths with many kilometers of passages. In total, experts count about 700 caves in the area. The largest cave of Aggtelek is also one of the largest stalactite caves in Europe. It is 26 kilometers long, 8 of which are located on the territory of Slovenia.

    Hortobad

    A national park with an area of 800 km2. The territory of the park is protected by UNESCO. The attraction is a Nine-arch bridge, which is 167 meters long. It was built over a swampy swamp in 1833. Next to the bridge there is an inn, whose age is 300 years. It houses an ethnographic exhibition. Hortobad is a popular holiday destination, where there are many different types of entertainment, including a water park.

    Hortobad
    Tagore Embankment (Balatonfured)

    Tagore Embankment (Balatonfured)

    The town of Balatonfured is located on the northern shore of the picturesque Lake Balaton. In 1926, the famous Indian poet Rabindranath Tagore visited the resorts of the city. According to the traditions of his country, he planted a lemon tree by the water, in gratitude for the hospitality. Other celebrities who visited the cities began to do the same. Over time, the alley of planted trees turned into a memorial park and became an ornament of the embankment.

    Tokai Wine Region

    It is included in the list of UNESCO sites. The history of Tokay winemaking began in 1550. The vineyards are located on the slopes of the mountains at an altitude of up to 400 meters. A special secret of manufacturing, which gives Tokay wines a unique and refined taste, is the special microclimate of the region. Almost every residential building in the city has a wine cellar, and the main attraction is the Rakoczy wine cellars.

    Tokai Wine Region