7-Day Hungary Road Trip from Budapest traveling south to Szeged and Keszthely

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 7-day vacation in Hungary!

You still have 2 nights left in Budapest.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Hungarian Parliament Building. This incredible attraction is a parliament building and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 20,409 visitors.

Heroes' Square is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 73,958 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Széchenyi thermal bath. This amazing attraction is a public bath and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 53,382 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding City Park. This urban park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 71,709 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 VakVarjú Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,223 customers.

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

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

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Tuk Tuk Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 657 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip through Hungary gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Szeged for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Budapest is the amazing Fisherman's Bastion. This attraction is a bastion that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 88,529 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle, Buda Castle. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 106,184 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Budapest is the outstanding Matthias Church. This popular parish church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 22,777 visitors.

The spectacular St. Stephen's Basilica is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating minor basilica and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 56,959 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Szimpla. This attraction is a popular ruin pub that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 58,480 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 Szeged, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Régi Híd Vendéglő, one of the best restaurants in the city of Szeged. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,139 customers.

Locals also recommend Classic Grill szerb étterem és pince as one of the best restaurants in the city of Szeged. Classic Grill szerb étterem és pince is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,612 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Szeged is Taj Mahal Étterem. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,169 customers.

After dinner, visit Maláta kézműves sör- és grill kert, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Szeged. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,206 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Napfény Műterem. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,465 customers.

Alternatively, Nyugi Garden is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Szeged. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,218 customers.

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

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Szeged, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Szeged.

Today you'll explore the city of Szeged. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Votive Church of Szeged. This incredible attraction is a cathedral and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,718 visitors.

Móra Ferenc Múzeum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Szeged. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,387 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Szeged is Sunshine Aquapolis Szeged. This amazing attraction is a gym and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,603 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 Szeged.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Szeged, like Jobb Mint Otthon Kisvendéglő. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,679 customers.

Roosevelt téri halászcsárda is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Szeged. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,932 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Szeged, Bistorant. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,065 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Hági Udvar és Étterem. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 942 customers.

DTK&Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Szeged. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 856 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip through Hungary is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Siófok and the city of Keszthely. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Siófok is the amazing Siófok Óriáskerék. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,435 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Water tower of Siófok. This water tower and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,795 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Siófok 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 Festetics Palace in the city of Keszthely for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a palace and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,521 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Keszthely is the outstanding Kastélypark. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,524 visitors, this must-see tourist destination deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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 Sailing Bistro, one of the best restaurants in the city of Keszthely. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 939 customers.

Locals also recommend Los Amigos Bár & Grill as one of the best restaurants in the city of Keszthely. Los Amigos Bár & Grill is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 800 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Keszthely is Jóbarát Vendéglő. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,296 customers.

After dinner, visit Tulipán Kávéház, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Keszthely. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,479 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Csaba Winery. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 441 customers.

Alternatively, Pecás Büfé is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Keszthely. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 133 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Hungary. Today, you'll wake up in Keszthely and embark on a scenic drive to Budapest, 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 Szigliget. This attraction is a municipality of hungary that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 13,841 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Szigliget. This attraction is a municipality of hungary that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 13,841 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Sümeg Castle. This castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 15,619 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Balaton Uplands National Park. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,527 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like BarCraft Budapest Nyugati. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,145 customers.

Locals also recommend Korhely Faloda & Daloda, another of the best restaurants in Budapest. Korhely Faloda & Daloda is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,287 customers.

After dinner, visit Szimpla Kert to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Budapest, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 58,480 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kandalló. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Kandalló has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,760 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 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.

Shoes on the Danube Bank is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Budapest. This memorial and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 20,984 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 Lecso Hungarian Fast Food before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,937 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Ruben Étterem for your last chance at a meal in the city of Budapest. The Ruben Étterem restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,767 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!