Hungary
What you need to know before you go
Hungary offers the height of European exoticism. It’s a treasure trove of architectural styles, ranging from medieval townhouses and Roman ruins to baroque churches and palatial art nouveau thermal bathhouses. For spectacular sights, the Hungarian capital of Budapest on the western bank of the Danube is a great start.
Hungary is much more than its stunning capital. Discover breathtaking towns throughout the country, where you can savor traditional Hungarian cuisines paired with sweet Tokaji wines. For calm and glimmering beaches with charming waterside townships, the northern shores of Lake Balaton are worth a trip. On this page, you’ll find more reasons to put Hungary on your central European travel bucket list.
Top destinations in Hungary
Where will you go next?Evidence of Budapest’s political and religious heritage can be found all along the Danube River, from the Hungarian Parliament Building to St. Stephen's Basilica. Take your local knowledge to another level at the Hungarian National Museum, where you can learn all about the city's history. For a first-hand experience with local traditions, try native foods like Töltött Káposzta (stuffed...
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What to see & do in Hungary
Featured stories & fun stuff9 Best Things to Do in Budapest
Our guide to the best things to do in Budapest is a mix of old and new, enabling you to find hip and lively experiences behind its façade of classical splendour. Notable landmarks include the majestic riverside Parliament Building and...10 Weird Things to See and Do in Budapest
Budapest is rich in history and interesting landmarks. Here, you’ll find a cool assortment of weird things to see and do that can make for a fun trip. These include some impressive places hidden beneath the city’s elegant and dramatic...10 Historic Things to Do in Budapest
Elaborate architecture from the city’s imperial heyday defines a Budapest vacation. Book a Budapest hotel and sip heady Tokaj wine...7 Things to Do in Budapest with Kids
Budapest offers plenty of family fun, thanks to its wide-ranging assortment of kid-friendly places and attractions. Beyond Budapest’s...10 Things to Do in Budapest on a Small Budget
Budapest’s skyline brims with elegant architecture and picturesque landmarks that easily make it a romantic (and seemingly luxurious) city to...
Where & what to eat in Hungary
11 Best Local Restaurants in Budapest
The best local restaurants in Budapest serve up some of the best renditions of classic Hungarian dishes. Venues range from standing-only or self-service eateries to lunch-only venues and sit-down restaurants. To ease your search, we’ve listed...10 Great Restaurants in Budapest
Great restaurants in Budapest offer a vast variety of global cuisine. Although famed for its goulash and paprikash, there's much...10 Best Local Dishes from Budapest
The best local dishes from Budapest include those that have origins in peasant food that came from the Hungarian plains...
Where to shop & what to buy in Hungary
10 Best Markets in Budapest
The best markets in Budapest might just give you the market-hopping bug: once you’ve visited one, you’ll want to explore them all. Whether it’s funky venues with niche goods, small markets in quirky locations, or local markets selling food...10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Budapest
The best places to go shopping in Budapest are mostly set along pedestrian-only strips and within vast plazas on the metropolitan fringes. Finding the perfect spot to go shopping is never a problem when you travel to this enchanting...
Where to go & what to do at night in Hungary
10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Budapest
The best things to do after dinner in Budapest showcase the cool nightlife scenes of one of Europe’s liveliest cities. The captivating Hungarian capital seems to come alive once the sun sets. Its now-legendary ruin bars were an experiment that created a phenomenon from cast-offs, holding their own against the elegant rooftop bars of the city’s top hotels...
Useful information
Budapest Travel Essentials
Our Budapest Travel Essentials lays out the essential information you need to help planning your trip to the capital city of Hungary. No matter how frequently you travel, some questions will always need answers: What’s the weather like? How can I get from the airport to my hotel? What currency and type of plug do I need? We have all...
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