5-Day Hungary Road Trip from Debrecen to Budapest

Your road trip adventure in Hungary begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Debrecen. You’ll stay in Debrecen for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Debrecen has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Great Forest Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,749 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. 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 Debrecen, Csokonai Étterem. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,717 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Debrecen is Calico Jack Pub. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,294 customers.

Locals recommend Csakhal Bisztró (Belváros) as one of the best restaurants in the city of Debrecen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 916 customers.

Debrecen also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Debrecen is Roncsbár. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,272 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Debrecen is Maszek - az utcabár | bár & étterem. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 670 customers.

Locals also enjoy Drink Bar Mokka. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

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

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Debrecen, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Debrecen.

Today you'll explore the city of Debrecen. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Déri Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,776 visitors.

Protestant Great Church of Debrecen is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Debrecen. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,125 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Debrecen is Saint Anne Cathedral, Debrecen. This amazing attraction is a parish church and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 791 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Round Forest Adventure Park. This must-see tourist destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,118 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Hungary to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Debrecen.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Debrecen, like IKON Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 748 customers.

Bonita Bistro is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Debrecen. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,940 customers.

Locals enjoy Wasabi Running Sushi & Wok Restaurant - Debrecen, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Debrecen. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,749 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Debrecen, Stay Beer Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 281 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Sheldon's. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 210 customers.

Hashtag Bar & Shisha is another of the best bars in the city of Debrecen. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 152 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Hungary!

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

If you’re curious to see more of Debrecen, start your day with a visit to the amazing City Park. This much-appreciated urban park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 68,967 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Széchenyi thermal bath. This public bath and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 48,974 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Heroes' Square to make the most of your road trip across Hungary. The spectacular Heroes' Square is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 70,699 visitors.

The lovely St. Stephen's Basilica is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 52,519 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 55,029 reviews.

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

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Hungarikum Bisztró. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 5,293 reviews.

The remarkable Beer Brothers is another top restaurant in Budapest we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Budapest, the fantastic GoodSpirit Whisky & Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,321 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Boutiq Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 919 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Hungary!

Day 4 of your road trip through Hungary gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Debrecen for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Debrecen is the amazing Széchenyi Chain Bridge. This attraction is a chain bridge that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 51,729 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible bastion, Fisherman's Bastion. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 83,796 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Debrecen is the outstanding Buda Castle. This popular castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 46,053 visitors.

The spectacular Buda Castle is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 102,300 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Hungary. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Debrecen, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Melange Étterem, one of the best restaurants in the city of Debrecen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,772 customers.

Locals also recommend Belga Étterem és Söröző as one of the best restaurants in the city of Debrecen. Belga Étterem és Söröző is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,134 customers.

After dinner, visit Valhalla Brewery, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Debrecen. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like BarCraft Debrecen. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 498 customers.

Alternatively, Szóda Bár is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Debrecen. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 397 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Hungary!

Day 5 of your road trip in Hungary is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Debrecen 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.

Ködszinház is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Debrecen. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 382 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Debrecen at Flaska Vendéglő before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,098 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Kashmir Indian Restaurant for your last chance at a meal in the city of Debrecen. The Kashmir Indian Restaurant restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 923 customers.

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