5-Day Hungary road trip from Budapest to Tata and Eger

Budapest has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Széchenyi Chain Bridge. This attraction is a chain bridge and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 54,182 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Budapest, Hungarikum Bisztró. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,293 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Budapest is Menza Étterem és Kávéház. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,299 customers.

Budapest also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Budapest is GoodSpirit Whisky & Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,321 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Budapest is Beer Brothers. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers.

Locals also enjoy Boutiq Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 919 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Hungary!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Tata. You’ll stay in Tata for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Budapest’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Budapest, start your day with a visit to the amazing Fisherman's Bastion. This much-appreciated bastion and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 88,529 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Buda Castle. This castle and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 106,184 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Matthias Church to make the most of your road trip across Hungary. The spectacular Matthias Church is a parish church that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 22,777 visitors.

The lovely St. Stephen's Basilica is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 56,959 visitors have left this minor basilica average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Szimpla. This attraction is a ruin pub rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 58,480 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Budapest has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Tata. Tata offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Tata, the fantastic Pletycafésec Cafe & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 291 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful FröccsTerasz. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Hungary!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Hungary. Today, you'll wake up in Tata and embark on a scenic drive to Eger, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Tata and Budapest before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Tata. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Tata Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,718 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Fényes Nature Trail. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 6,991 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Tata is the stunning Angolkert. This english garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,221 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Shoes on the Danube Bank. This attraction is a memorial that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 20,984 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Heroes' Square. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 73,958 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Széchenyi thermal bath. This public bath and travel destination is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 53,382 visitors.

The lovely City Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 71,709 visitors have left this urban park an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Budapest, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Eger. When you arrive in Eger you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Házisárkány Kisvendéglő. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 815 customers.

Locals also recommend Il Padrino Pizza Club, another of the best restaurants in Eger. Il Padrino Pizza Club is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,853 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at 1552 Étterem. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,228 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Pizza Brumbrum Világbéke to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Eger, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,007 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like HBH Sörház és Étterem. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. HBH Sörház és Étterem has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,367 customers.

Wanda Borház is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 231 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Hungary, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Eger and the city of Esztergom. You’ll stay in Budapest for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Eger today is Castle of Eger. This excellent attraction is a castle ruin that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 23,375 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Szépasszony-völgy, an outstanding human-geographic territorial entity, in the city of Eger. Around 19,607 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Hungary, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Hungary. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Duna-Ipoly Nemzeti Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Esztergom. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,719 visitors.

This outstanding minor basilica has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,092 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Budapest.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Budapest, VakVarjú Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,223 customers.

Locals recommend Kandalló as one of the best restaurants in the city of Budapest. Kandalló is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,760 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Budapest, Hotsy Totsy Budapest. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 716 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Tuk Tuk Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 657 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Hungary with a toast!

Day 5 of your road trip in Hungary is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Budapest before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Hungarian Parliament Building is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Budapest. This parliament building and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 20,409 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Budapest and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Hungary.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Budapest at BarCraft Budapest Nyugati before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,145 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Korhely Faloda & Daloda for your last chance at a meal in the city of Budapest. The Korhely Faloda & Daloda restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,287 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Budapest. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Hungary!