Travel Guide

Hungary Travel Guide – Hungary has become one of the most-visited countries in Europe nowadays.

Hungary Travel Guide

Going in and around Hungary has never been easier, especially now with the advent of modern transportation systems that ensure travelers can explore the country conveniently.

The convenience with which one can go in and around the country is one of the main reasons why Hungary has become one of the most-visited countries in Europe nowadays.

Going into Hungary

If you’re coming into Hungary from a non-European Union country, you must have your passport with you; make sure that the passport has enough validity to last until the day of your exit from the country – it’s best to have a leeway of several months’ validity after your exit date. Those who are coming from an EU country should bring their national identification cards to get into Hungary (exceptions are citizens from the UK, Ireland, Denmark, Sweden and Latvia).

Those who are entering the country via international flights will have their first look at Hungary through the Ferihegy International Airport in Budapest (the capital city). The national carrier, Malev Hungarian Airlines, offers flights via Amsterdam, Prague and Madrid; the carrier also offers flights to and from non-European destinations such as China, the Middle East and North America. You can also check out the major international carriers to see which ones offer the most convenient flight options from your starting point to Hungary.

The landlocked feature of Hungary works well for land travel, as it ensures that travelers can conveniently travel to and from Budapest and the seven other nations surrounding this wonderful country. You can go for a leisurely bus ride, which gives you the chance to see the beauty of one country (and city) to another; most of the international bus ride options are offered by Eurolines and Volanbusz –it’s best to check out the schedules before actually buying the tickets.
Traveling by train is also a relaxing and fun way to see Hungary even before you start your actual exploration. The Hungarian State Railways is connected to the European rail network in all directions, and is accessible from almost all the major European cities (whether directly or via other cities). Not all of the trains offer meals, so make sure that you have some snacks to tide you over until you get to your destination.

Must-See Hungarian Sites

There’s a big chance that the first city you’ll see in Hungary is Budapest – and you won’t be disappointed with this starting point as well! You can spend hours – or even days – exploring the glorious green parks of this city; you can also soak up some culture and history by going into the museums that never fail to amaze even the most seasoned art lovers.

Your Hungarian trip will not be complete without visiting the majestic Lake Balaton, which is the biggest lake in Central Europe. During summertime, you can expect hordes of locals and tourists alike flocking to this area to escape the heat, and to enjoy the water that is the country’s answer to an absent coastline.

Get ready to go back in time as you step into the medieval city of Sopron, which can be described as Hungary’s answer to the Czech Republic’s city of Prague. The early baroque and Gothic architecture will truly amaze your senses, and you’ll find it hard to leave this place after just a short period of time.
Spend breathless moments in the Danube Bend’s most scenic location, Visegrad. However, you shouldn’t be surprised if the people you see in the area are not that keen on just taking in the magnificent views; the Renaissance palace and citadel in the area give people a peak into what the area looked and felt like centuries ago.

Photos and words are not enough to describe the beauty of Hungary, let alone the magical aura that somehow emanates from the very land itself. Armed with a healthy curiosity and a thirst for the unknown, you will surely find yourself wondering at the marvels that Hungary offers to those who are willing to explore it – and to those who are prepared for endless adventures as well.

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