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Holidays to Hungary
Find your holiday to Hungary
Find your holiday to Hungary
Hungary: The jewel of Central Europe
Embrace a holiday with a difference in Hungary. Immerse yourself in history and culture, explore the extravagant architectural gems in Budapest, soak away all your troubles in one of Hungary’s thermal spas, hike through the country’s awe-inspiring natural landscape or visit one or more of the eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites dotted around the country.
If you've already visited Hungary and are looking for similar destinations, why not explore Poland, a country with a deep historical heritage, vibrant cities, and stunning architecture.
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Top 10 things to see and do in Hungary
1. Go on a city break to Budapest
Hungary’s capital city has so much to offer. From exploring the architecture at the Hungarian Parliament Building to enjoying a thermal bath at the Széchenyi Spa, you’ll never be bored.
Hungary overview
The history of Hungary spans over a thousand years. Hungary’s architecture reflects its history, with obvious influences from the Roman, gothic, Ottoman, Baroque and Art Nouveau styles. Visitors to the country experience a captivating culture, unique language, and beautiful landscapes.
Hungary has a vibrant folk culture with diverse regional traditions and a strong music and arts scene, being the birthplace of renowned composers such as Franz Liszt. It also has a thriving contemporary arts scene.
Hungary has a continental climate with clear seasonal variations. Summers are hot with temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77–86°F). Spring and autumn are perfect times to do some sightseeing in comfortable temperatures. Although autumn tends to be slightly warmer than spring, both seasons offer mild temperatures. Winters in Hungary are cold, with temperatures often dropping below freezing. As snowfall is common, it’s a great time to visit Hungary to enjoy winter sports.
If you’re a winter sports enthusiast or want to take in the Christmas markets in Budapest, visit during the winter months, but remember to wrap up warm as temperatures often drop below freezing.
The best time for sightseeing without the crowds is either spring or autumn. You’ll enjoy more comfortable temperatures and be able to see the sights without the queues.
Summer is peak tourist season and it also offers the hottest temperatures, perfect if you’re looking for a relaxed break around Lake Balaton, or attending the outdoor festivals.
What to eat
Hungary’s cuisine is characterised by hearty flavours. Everyone will have heard of goulash, but you need to taste the real thing to truly appreciate its flavour. Other traditional Hungarian dishes include:
- Paprikás Csirke – chicken cooked in a creamy paprika sauce.
- Langos – a deep-fried flatbread topped with garlic, sour cream and cheese. It’s a popular street food snack.
- Hortobágyi Húsos Palacsinta – savoury pancakes filled with a mixture of meat, onions and spices, rolled and baked in the oven then served with sour cream.
- Kürtőskalács (chimney cake) – a traditional Hungarian sweet and aromatic pastry.
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