7-Day Hungary road trip from Budapest to Keszthely and Tata

Your road trip adventure in Hungary begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Budapest. You’ll stay in Budapest for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

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.

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 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 Buffalo Steak House. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,864 customers.

Locals recommend Zöld Kapu Vendéglő ASZTALFOGLALÁS CSAK TELEFONON! NE HASZNÁLD A KÉK ASZTALFOGLALÁS GOMBOT! RESERVATION ONLY BY PHONE!, as one of the best restaurants in the city of Budapest. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,121 customers.

Budapest also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Budapest is Budapest Jazz Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,117 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 Hotsy Totsy Budapest. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 716 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Hungary!

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Budapest, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 3 nights left in Budapest.

Today you'll explore the city of Budapest. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is St. Stephen's Basilica. This incredible attraction is a minor basilica and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 56,959 visitors.

Ferris Wheel of Budapest is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Budapest. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,990 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Budapest is Fisherman's Bastion. This amazing attraction is a bastion and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 88,529 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Matthias Church. This parish church and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 22,777 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Buda Castle. This castle is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 106,184 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 Budapest.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Budapest, like Rosenstein Vendéglő. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,060 customers.

Barack és Szilva étterem is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Budapest. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,226 customers.

Locals enjoy Menza Étterem és Kávéház, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Budapest. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,299 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Budapest, Amigo Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Roots Budapest Bar & Walk In Tattoo. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

Szimpla Kert is another of the best bars in the city of Budapest. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 58,480 customers.

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

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Budapest, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Budapest.

Today you'll explore the city of Budapest. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is City Park. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 71,709 visitors.

Széchenyi thermal bath is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Budapest. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 53,382 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Budapest is Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden. This amazing attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 39,797 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Heroes' Square. This square and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 73,958 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Szimpla. This ruin pub is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 58,480 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 Budapest.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Budapest, like Paprika Vendéglő. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,976 customers.

VakVarjú Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Budapest. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,223 customers.

Locals enjoy Kéhli Vendéglő, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Budapest. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,587 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Budapest, Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,455 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Morrison's 2. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,042 customers.

Kandalló is another of the best bars in the city of Budapest. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,760 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip through Hungary is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Keszthely and the city of Siófok. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Keszthely is the amazing Kastélypark. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,524 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Festetics Palace. This palace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,521 visitors.

Municipal Beach is another popular attraction you can explore in the town of Keszthely. This well-known attraction, a spectacular must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 7,285 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the town of Keszthely is Keszthely Móló. This attraction is an amazing top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,478 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Keszthely is another excellent way to spend your new day in Hungary. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Hungary’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Hungary’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Hungary’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Water tower of Siófok in the city of Siófok for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a water tower and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,795 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Tulipán Kávéház, one of the best restaurants in the city of Keszthely. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,479 customers.

Locals also recommend Sailing Bistro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Keszthely. Sailing Bistro is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Keszthely is Los Amigos Bár & Grill. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 800 customers.

After dinner, visit Csaba Winery, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Keszthely. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 441 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Dick Turpin's. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 66 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Hungary. Today, you'll wake up in Keszthely and embark on a scenic drive to Tata, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Keszthely 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 Keszthely. 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.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Sümeg Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 15,619 visitors.

After dinner, visit FröccsTerasz to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Tata, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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

One of the best places to explore in the town of Esztergom today is Duna-Ipoly Nemzeti Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,719 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Esztergom Basilica, an outstanding minor basilica, in the town of Esztergom. Around 18,092 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 town, 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 Dömös. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,719 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Budapest, BarCraft Budapest Nyugati. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,145 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Kertem. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,518 customers.

Lámpás Student Pub is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Budapest. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,125 customers.

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

Day 7 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’ll then say farewell to Budapest. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Hungary!