Hungary Travel Guide - Travel Insights and Tips!

Straddling the crossroads of Central Europe, Hungary steps up its charm one church at a time — from the Gothic Matthias Church in Budapest to the St. Peter and Paul's Cathedral Basilica in Pecs. Then there are its thermal spas, like the famous cave bath of Miskolctapolca and Mako's architecturally dazzling Hagymatikum Bath, stunning lake towns, and vineyards that produce Hungary’s finest wines. From relaxing in a bath and cycling around Lake Velence to tasting Villany’s excellent wines and hiking in Bukk National Park, you’ll love the unique experiences that this country has to offer to its visitors. Here is our list of the 10 best places to visit in Hungary. Read on to find out more about our trips to Hungary.

October is surely an underrated month for a trip to Hungary. With fewer tourists and lower prices, Hungary in October is much more accessible than during the high season between June and August. The cooler temperatures typical of this period mean you can still comfortably enjoy outdoor activities, such as sightseeing and hiking, before the winter while also making the most of the many festivals this month. Explore the beautiful Buda Castle without massive tourist crowds, try your hikers on at the Predikaloszek, one of the most scenic hiking trails in the country, or relax with a visit to the thermal Lake Hevíz; there are plenty of highlights for a trip to Hungary in October!

There is no better introduction to a tour of Hungary than Budapest, where you can visit ‘ruin bars’ opened in abandoned buildings, admire Tivadar Kosztka’s paintings at the Hungarian National Gallery, and take a warm bath in the famous Szechenyi Spa. But beyond the capital city, there are many more things to see and do. From admiring the religious art at Esztergom’s Christian Museum to exploring the fairytale caves and beautiful trails of Aggtelek National Park and finding out why the ancient town of Kalocsa is Hungary’s paprika capital, here is a list of the best things to do in Hungary.

Hungary’s cold winter weather deters most travelers from visiting the country in December. But the upside of planning a trip during this month is that you’ll get easy access to the top sights and save on hotels. Soak in the holiday vibes in the Vörösmarty Square market and take a joy ride on the Fényvillamos, or Christmas ‘light tram’ in Budapest. You can also go skiing in Kékes, Hungary’s highest mountain, and check out the panoramic views of the winter landscape from Normafa, a vantage point in the Buda hills. Read on to find out what your tour to Hungary in December will look like.

Hungary in November is cold, but not so much to ruin your holiday plans. It is the beginning of the low tourist season, which means discounted rates and low crowds. The chilly weather in Budapest shifts the action — parties, theaters, dining — indoors. Check out the month-end buzz around Christmas markets in the Danube Bend. Visiting Lake Velence is an experience not to be missed. To drive the winter chill away, indulge yourself with a comforting cave bath in Miskolctapolca’s hot springs. Read on to find out more about the perks of touring Hungary in November.

Visiting the best places in Europe in the summer has long been a grand procession. Outdoor enthusiasts rave about Europe’s magnificent natural scenery and memorable wild places. Culture vultures flock to the best European cities to revel in grand cultural history, with magnificent museums, opulent palaces, brooding castles, and glorious artistic legacies. Many fun-seekers plunge into Europe’s vibrant nightlife, colorful festivals and heaving live entertainment. Once you've ticked off the must-see places in Europe on your bucket list, you can indulge your culinary desires with Europe’s fine dining, street food, chic cafés and cheeky bars.Here is a brief introduction to some of the best destinations for summer, European holidays on offer, listed in no particular order.

Hungary sits in the middle of the European continent, juggling the influences of both western Europe and Russia. In a way, it’s this confluence that has led to the formation of a unique Hungarian identity – one that is mixed with ancient Hapsburgian grandeur, and pure Russian grit. The country is exotic to look at – a marvelous mixture of the modern and the ancient, and the people are exceptionally friendly.You must definitely visit the country in order to experience the unique culture, one that has been molded by Western Europe and the Central Asian Steppe. There are dozens of cities for you to explore, and countless palaces to see. The only thing you have to do is find out what is the best time to visit Hungary, and you’re good to go.