One-Week Hungary Road Trip from Budapest traveling south to Szeged and Keszthely

Your road trip adventure in Hungary begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Budapest. You’ll stay in Budapest for 3 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 8-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 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 Ferris Wheel of Budapest. This incredible attraction is a ferris wheel and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,990 visitors.

Heroes' Square is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Budapest. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 73,958 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 Széchenyi thermal bath. This public bath and place of interest is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 53,382 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic City Park. This urban park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 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 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Hungary, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Budapest. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Szeged. You’ll stay in Szeged for 2 nights. 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 Szeged. Szeged 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 Kiskörössy Fish Tavern. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 5,895 reviews.

The remarkable Régi Híd Vendéglő is another top restaurant in Szeged we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,139 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Classic Grill szerb étterem és pince is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,612 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Szeged, the fantastic Maláta kézműves sör- és grill kert. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,206 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Napfény Műterem. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,465 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Nyugi Garden. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,218 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in 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 Szeged Zoo. This incredible attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,725 visitors.

Votive Church of Szeged is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Szeged. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,718 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Szeged is Móra Ferenc Múzeum. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,387 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sunshine Aquapolis Szeged. This gym and place of interest 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 Taj Mahal Étterem. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,169 customers.

Fehértói Fish Restaurant and Pension 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 4,129 customers.

Locals enjoy Jobb Mint Otthon Kisvendéglő, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Szeged. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,679 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 gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Siófok and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Keszthely. You will stay in Keszthely for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Siófok is the amazing Water tower of Siófok. This attraction is a water tower that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,795 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Siófok Óriáskerék. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,435 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Siófok is the outstanding Siófok Rose Grove. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,383 visitors.

The spectacular The Upside Down House is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 5,267 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Siófok by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. 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 Keszthely, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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.

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

On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Keszthely, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Keszthely.

Today you'll explore the city of Keszthely. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Keszthely Móló. This incredible attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,478 visitors.

Municipal Beach is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Keszthely. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,285 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Keszthely is Main square. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,905 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Kastélypark. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,524 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Festetics Palace. This palace is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,521 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 Keszthely.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Keszthely, like Jóbarát Vendéglő. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,296 customers.

Tompos Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Keszthely. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,059 customers.

Locals enjoy John's Pub & Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Keszthely. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,787 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Keszthely, Dick Turpin's. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 66 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the hamlet of Öregfalu and the city of Sümeg. You’ll stay in Budapest for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Szigliget. This excellent attraction is a municipality of hungary that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,841 visitors.

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. 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 Sümeg Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Sümeg. This popular attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,619 visitors.

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, Paprika Vendéglő. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,976 customers.

Locals recommend VakVarjú Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Budapest. VakVarjú Restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,223 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Budapest is Kéhli Vendéglő. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,587 customers.

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

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Morrison's 2. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,042 customers.

Kandalló is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Budapest. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,760 customers.

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

Day 8 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!