5 Amazing Places to Visit in HUNGARY – 4K Travel Video

5 Amazing Places to Visit in HUNGARY – 4K Travel Video

Europe’s biggest parliament glowing like a 
gold bar at dusk, a steaming 38 °C outdoor bath while snow drifts down, and cowboys 
racing across endless grass under a sky full of stars—Hungary crams more drama into one 
country than most places manage in a lifetime. Today we’re trimming the map to the five spots 
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Ready? Let’s roll. **Section 1 – Number 5: Hortobágy National Park** Fifth place goes to Hortobágy, Europe’s biggest 
stretch of untouched prairie and a UNESCO-listed slice of the wild east. Picture 800 km² of 
billiard-table flatness broken only by shimmering mirages, wild horses, and the famous Nine-Arch 
Bridge standing sentinel over the plains. Show up at sunrise and you’ll see csikós cowboys cracking 
whips with a sound that splits the air, as herds of grey cattle thunder through silver mist—it’s a 
real-life western filmed on the puszta. Birders, bring your best binoculars; over 340 species pause 
here during migration, including the comically huge great bustard that looks like it walked right 
off a dinosaur sketchpad. For those who want the romance minus the saddle sores, the visitor 
centre runs hourly carriage rides. Afterwards, the shepherd museum shows how nomads lived on 
little more than unleavened bread and sheep-milk cheese. You have to stay for sunset: the sky 
bleeds from apricot to deep violet, herds turn to stark silhouettes, and the only noise is the 
whisper of wind through the tall grass, a sound that has remained unchanged for a thousand years. 
One tip—book a tanya farm dinner; the goulash, cooked slowly over an open fire, tastes of smoke, 
history, and a generous fistful of paprika. **Section 2 – Number 4: Pécs** Heading south to number four, we find 
Pécs—pronounced “Paych”—a city that feels remarkably Mediterranean even with 
no sea in sight. Founded by the Romans, this vibrant university town basks in an 
almond-scented sunshine so sweet the very bricks seem to glow with warmth. Start at the 
Early Christian Mausoleum, a UNESCO site whose 4th-century murals glow in shades of cobalt and 
ochre beneath a glass floor. You’re literally walking on history, suspended above art that 
has outlasted empires. Just two blocks away, the Mosque of Pasha Qasim still stands proud 
after 150 years of Ottoman rule; a climb up the minaret rewards you with a 360-degree view 
of church spires and crescent moons sharing one harmonious skyline. Art fans must dash over to the 
Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, a pastel-hued wonderland of iridescent tiles and whimsical ceramic art 
that shimmers in the sun. Here, kids can be found squishing clay into souvenirs while adults sip 
lavender lemonade beside outdoor galleries—yes, it’s every bit as photogenic as it sounds. 
Hungry? Follow the students to Király Street: crunch into a somlói sponge roll drenched in 
rich chocolate sauce, then wash it down with a local rosé that costs less than a metro 
ride in most capitals. In the evenings, catch a jazz set in an old Ottoman cellar; the 
ancient acoustics turn trumpets into angels and cellos into profound storytellers. Sleep in 
one of the baroque guesthouses on Széchenyi Square and wake to church bells layered over the 
quiet call to prayer—a perfect harmony in stereo. **Section 3 – Number 3: Eger** Halfway between rolling hills and deep 
history, Eger grabs third place. Its formidable 13th-century castle once held off 
an army of 100,000 Ottomans with only 2,000 defenders—a tale of impossible odds and sheer 
grit that locals retell with chest-puffing pride. Walk the ancient walls and you’ll feel that 
spirit of defiance etched into the very stones, with a view of baroque steeples, red-tiled roofs, 
and the Bükk Mountains rolling out like a green carpet. Inside, the castle museum clangs with the 
sounds of muskets, but the real fun waits just a five-minute hop from downtown in the Valley of 
Beautiful Women. Imagine nearly 200 tiny wine cellars tucked into soft tufa rock. Each doorway 
leads to a cool, damp haven where owners pour Egri Bikavér—“Bull’s Blood”—straight from oak 
barrels for loose change. Legend says the dark, potent blend gave warriors their courage; today 
it fuels backpackers and bachelorette crews. Sip it slowly, then attack a plate of lángos, a disc 
of deep-fried potato dough absolutely buried in sour cream and garlic—it’s edible courage. When 
you’ve had enough grape, slide into the open-air thermal baths fronted by a lone, red-brick minaret 
left over from Ottoman days. Here, 38 °C water bubbles under the stars while classical music 
drifts from hidden speakers. Visit in December and Dobó Square turns snow-globe magical with 
roasted chestnuts, kürtőskalács chimney cake, and mulled wine that smells like Christmas 
bottled. Pro tip: rent a bike and pedal 3 km to the Szent-János rock church, a cliff-carved hermit 
chapel older than Columbus—no tour buses in sight. **Section 4 – Number 2: Lake Balaton** Second spot splashes on as Lake Balaton, Central 
Europe’s biggest sweet-water sea—a body of water so wide that locals will swear you can’t see 
the other side. In summer, the southern shore morphs into Hungary’s Copacabana: shallow, silky 
water heats to bath-tub temperatures perfect for toddlers, creating a playground of laughter 
and lazy afternoons that stretch on forever. Sailboats zig-zag toward the lavender-scented 
Tihany Peninsula. Base yourself in Balatonfüred; amble the elegant 19th-century Tagore promenade, 
named after the Nobel poet who recovered his health here, then hop the antique green ferry 
that chugs to Tihany in 25 minutes. Ashore, climb to the abbey church, whose twin towers overlook 
volcanic gorges painted red with poppies. Inside, 1750s frescoes tell the story of the king who 
founded the place after a boar hunt gone medieval. Downhill, market stalls sell fragrant lavender 
honey and thumbnail-sized jars of potent paprika; grab both. Craving action? Rent a paddle-board 
and glide through reedy marshes where herons stab at minnows right beside you. Come dusk, 
Balatonfüred’s waterfront hosts open-air Csárdás concerts, where couples waltz barefoot on 
the pier. Food-wise, don’t dodge the fish soup—halászlé—a paprika-red river of carp and 
catfish simmered for hours in kettle cauldrons. Pair it with a fröccs, half wine, half soda 
water, the unofficial coolant of the Hungarian summer. And now for a whispered secret: on 
the northern shore, Szigliget’s crumbling hilltop castle dishes up sunset riesling. Buy 
a glass from the tavern, watch the sun melt into lavender-hued hills, and enjoy a view the 
crowds on the beach below know nothing about. **Section 5 – Number 1: Budapest** And now, the drumroll for number one—Budapest, 
the Pearl of the Danube, where Gothic spires flirt with Art Nouveau facades. Start at sunrise on 
the Pest embankment, where the massive Parliament building mirrors itself in the calm water, 
before visiting the poignant Shoes on the Danube memorial. Cross the iconic Chain Bridge, guarded 
by stone lions, and ride the old-world funicular up to Castle Hill. From the fairytale turrets of 
Fisherman’s Bastion, you’ll get postcard views of the city, right next to the candy-colored roof of 
Matthias Church. For a dose of chilling history, a hidden lane leads to the Hospital in the Rock, 
a preserved WWII clinic and nuclear bunker. Later, sink into the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, Europe’s 
largest medicinal spa, where grandpas play chess in the steaming 38°C outdoor pools. As night 
falls, a Danube cruise is essential—gliding under illuminated bridges as the city lights 
up. It proves Budapest is truly two cities, Buda and Pest, married by steel and stories. 
And a final tip: skip the tourist traps at the Central Market and head downstairs, where locals 
buy their paprika for a fraction of the price. **Conclusion & Engagement** So there you go—five Hungarian heavy-hitters: the 
wild puszta of Hortobágy, Mediterranean-flavored Pécs, wine-soaked Eger, sun-splashed Balaton, and 
the grand dame Budapest. Each one dishes out its own unique flavor of paprika-spiced magic, waiting 
to be discovered. Which stop lit your wanderlust? Drop your pick—and your own hidden gem—in the 
comments; I read every one. Share this with the friend who still thinks Hungary is “that place 
next to Austria,” and subscribe for more off-map adventures. Until then, legyen szép napot—have a 
beautiful day—and I’ll catch you on the next ride.

Hungary isn’t just Budapest—it’s steaming thermal baths, wild cowboy plains, Mediterranean-style towns, wine-soaked valleys, and Europe’s largest freshwater lake. This travel guide takes you through Hungary’s top 5 must-visit destinations with insider tips and local secrets.

🎥 In this video, you’ll explore:

Hortobágy National Park 🌾 – Wild horses, cowboys, and endless skies.

Pécs 🕌 – Roman ruins, Ottoman mosques & artistic vibes.

Eger 🍷 – Castles, wine cellars & thermal baths under the stars.

Lake Balaton 🌊 – Hungary’s summer playground & lavender-scented Tihany.

Budapest 🏰 – The Pearl of the Danube with baths, palaces, and night cruises.

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