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Attractions in Hungary

The finest attractions in Hungary at a glance: castles, natural wonders, historic old towns and more. Each place links to a detailed page with map, tips and photos.

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Culture & History

Andrássy Avenue
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Andrássy Avenue

Andrássy Avenue is the most elegant boulevard in Budapest and has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2002.

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Buda Castle
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Buda Castle

Buda Castle is a historical castle and a monumental palace complex of the Hungarian kings in Budapest, majestically overlooking the Danube.

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Danube Promenade
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Danube Promenade

The Danube bank in Budapest is one of the most spectacular urban landscapes in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Heroes' Square
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Heroes' Square

Heroes' Square is one of the most significant and most visited squares in Budapest, forming the monumental conclusion of Andrássy Avenue.

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Chain Bridge
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Chain Bridge

The Széchenyi Chain Bridge is the oldest and most famous bridge across the Danube in Budapest and a symbol of the Hungarian capital.

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Margaret Island
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Margaret Island

Margaret Island is a green oasis in the middle of the Danube in the heart of Budapest, serving as the city's most important recreational area.

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Nyugati Railway Station
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Nyugati Railway Station

The Nyugati Railway Station (West Station) is one of Budapest's most architecturally stunning buildings and a prominent monument of railway history.

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Parliament Building
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Parliament Building

The Hungarian Parliament Building, also known as Országház, is one of Budapest's most iconic landmarks and a masterpiece of Neo-Gothic architecture.

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City Park
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City Park

The City Park (Városliget) is one of the world's first public parks, offering a diverse range of recreational activities in the heart of Budapest.

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Göcsej Village Museum
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Göcsej Village Museum

The Göcsej Village Museum (Göcseji Falumúzeum) in Zalaegerszeg is the first open-air ethnographic museum in Hungary and a fascinating window into the…

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Pannonhalma
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Pannonhalma

Home of the thousand-year-old Benedictine Archabbey, a major spiritual center and UNESCO World Heritage site with a vast library.

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Velemér / Őrség - Szalafő
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Velemér / Őrség - Szalafő

The heart of the Őrség region, famous for the 'Church of Light' in Velemér and the Pityerszer open-air museum in Szalafő.

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Hollókő
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Hollókő

A UNESCO World Heritage village that preserves the traditional Palóc architecture and way of life from the 17-18th centuries.

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Horse mill of Tarpa
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Horse mill of Tarpa

The dry mill of Tarpa is a unique industrial monument and a rare, functioning example of past agricultural technology.

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Hortobágy
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Hortobágy

Hungary's first and largest National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its Nine-holed Bridge.

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Bugac
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Bugac

A hub of Hungarian Puszta culture within the Kiskunság National Park, famous for equestrian shows.

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Baradla Cave
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Baradla Cave

Baradla Cave is the largest stalactite cave system in Hungary and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Aggtelek
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Aggtelek

Center of the Aggtelek National Park, home to the famous Baradla Cave system, a UNESCO heritage site.

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Villány Wine Region
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Villány Wine Region

Villány is Hungary's most prestigious red wine region, famous for its premium Bordeaux blends.

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Sümeg
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Sümeg

One of Hungary's best-preserved medieval castles, perched atop a steep limestone hill.

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Boldogkőváralja
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Boldogkőváralja

Famous for Boldogkő Castle, perched on a spectacular rocky ridge in the Zemplén Mountains.

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Abaliget
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Abaliget

A health resort in the Mecsek Mountains, famous for its healing dripstone cave and Bat Museum.

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Bükk National Park
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Bükk National Park

The Bükk National Park protects the diverse flora and fauna of Hungary's most forested mountains.

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Gellért Hill
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Gellért Hill

Gellért Hill offers the most famous panorama of Budapest and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Normafa
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Normafa

Normafa is the most popular recreational area for Budapest residents in the picturesque Buda Hills.

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Szalajka Valley
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Szalajka Valley

Szalajka Valley is an idyllic excursion spot in the Bükk Mountains, famous for its waterfalls.

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Hungarian National Museum
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Hungarian National Museum

The National Museum preserves the most important treasures of Hungarian history and culture.

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Aquaworld Budapest
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Aquaworld Budapest

Aquaworld Budapest is one of the largest indoor water theme parks in all of Europe.

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Jósvafő
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Jósvafő

A picturesque village in the Aggtelek National Park, famous for the Baradla Cave and Hucul horses.

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Budapest Zoo
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Budapest Zoo

The zoo in the heart of Budapest is one of the oldest and most diverse zoos in the world.

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Round church of Öskü
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Round church of Öskü

The round church of Öskü is a unique medieval building with a mushroom-shaped roof.

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Vértesszőlős / Vértes - Csókakő
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Vértesszőlős / Vértes - Csókakő

Prehistoric site at Vértesszőlős and the scenic ruins of Csókakő Castle in the Vértes hills.

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Ópusztaszer
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Ópusztaszer

National Heritage Park featuring the famous Feszty Panorama painting of the Magyar conquest.

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Dég Festetics Palace
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Dég Festetics Palace

One of the most significant Neoclassical palaces with the largest English garden.

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Lillafüred
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Lillafüred

Picturesque resort in the Bükk Mountains, known for its castle hotel and waterfall.

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Tihany
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Tihany

Peninsula in Lake Balaton, famous for its Benedictine abbey and lavender fields.

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Nature

Danube-Ipoly National Park
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Danube-Ipoly National Park

Established in 1997, this national park spans the Danube Bend and the Ipoly River.

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Lake Fancsika
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Lake Fancsika

The Fancsika Lakes, located east of Debrecen, are a tranquil retreat for locals and a great tip for visitors looking to escape the city bustle.

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Pacsmagi Ponds
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Pacsmagi Ponds

The Pacsmag Ponds, a system of artificial fishponds near Dombóvár in Tolna County, are a true paradise for birdwatchers and nature lovers.

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Körös-Maros National Park
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Körös-Maros National Park

Established in 1997 in southeastern Hungary, this park comprises wetlands and puszta landscapes.

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Lake Zalacsany
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Lake Zalacsany

Zalacsány Lake (Zalacsányi-tó), nestled in the gentle, rolling hills of Zala County, is an oasis of tranquility and a paradise for anglers.

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Lake Szelid
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Lake Szelid

Szelid Lake (Szelidi-tó) is a unique natural phenomenon and one of the most popular holiday destinations in the Great Hungarian Plain.

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Százhalombatta Wildlife Park
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Százhalombatta Wildlife Park

The wildlife park near Százhalombatta provides visitors the opportunity to observe native Hungarian wildlife species in a naturalistic setting.

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Lake Deseda
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Lake Deseda

Lake Deseda, located north of Kaposvár, is Hungary's longest artificial lake with its eight-kilometer length.

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Biharugra Ponds
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Biharugra Ponds

The Biharugra Fishponds are a true paradise for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

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Lake Balaton
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Lake Balaton

Lake Balaton is the largest lake in Central Europe and the most important holiday destination in Hungary.

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Pinka
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Pinka

The Pinka is a picturesque river that rises in Joglland in Styria, Austria, and crosses a charming, hilly landscape on its way through southern Burge…

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Little Balaton
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Little Balaton

The Little Balaton is a huge wetland and nature reserve at the western end of Lake Balaton.

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Lake Velence
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Lake Velence

Lake Velence is one of the warmest lakes in Europe and a popular destination for water sports.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the top attractions in Hungary?

Among the most popular are Andrássy Avenue, Buda Castle, Danube Promenade, Heroes' Square, Chain Bridge and many more – the full top 50 list is on this page.

When is the best time to visit Hungary?

May to October offers the most pleasant weather; July and August are warmest and busiest.