One-Week Hungary Road Trip from Debrecen to Eger and 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 9,854 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 8-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 Modem Centre for Modern and Contemporary Arts. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 566 visitors.

Déri Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Debrecen. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,942 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Debrecen is Protestant Great Church of Debrecen. This amazing attraction is a reformed christianity church and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,286 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 4,126 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!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Castle of Eger. This attraction is a castle ruin and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 23,375 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Archiepiscopal Palace (Eger). This palace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,753 visitors.

Szépasszony-völgy is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular human-geographic territorial entity, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 19,607 reviews.

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 Castle of Eger in the city of Eger for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle ruin and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 23,375 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Eger is the outstanding Archiepiscopal Palace (Eger). Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,753 visitors, this palace deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Szépasszony-völgy. This attraction, a stunning human-geographic territorial entity, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,607 travelers.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Házisárkány Kisvendéglő, one of the best restaurants in the city of Eger. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 815 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Eger is 1552 Étterem. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,228 customers.

After dinner, visit Pizza Brumbrum Világbéke, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Eger. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,367 customers.

Alternatively, Wanda Borház is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Eger. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 231 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Hungary. Today, you'll wake up in Eger and embark on a scenic drive to Budapest, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Eger 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 Eger. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Szentendre Skanzen Village Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,480 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Visegrádi fellegvár. This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 16,366 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Eger is the stunning Szentendrei Duna-part. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,058 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Hungarikum Bisztró. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,293 customers.

Locals also recommend Menza Étterem és Kávéház, another of the best restaurants in Budapest. Menza Étterem és Kávéház is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,299 customers.

After dinner, visit GoodSpirit Whisky & Cocktail Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Budapest, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,321 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Beer Brothers. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Beer Brothers has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers.

Boutiq Bar 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 919 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!

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 Citadella. This incredible attraction is a fortress and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,024 visitors.

Shoes on the Danube Bank is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 20,984 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit 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 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!

You still have 1 night left in Budapest.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Széchenyi Chain Bridge. This incredible attraction is a chain bridge and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 54,182 visitors.

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

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is St. Stephen's Basilica. This amazing attraction is a minor basilica and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 56,959 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Dohány Street Synagogue. This synagogue and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 24,346 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 BarCraft Budapest Nyugati. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,145 customers.

Korhely Faloda & Daloda 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 2,287 customers.

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

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Kandalló. This bar has an average rating 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!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Debrecen. You’ll stay in Debrecen 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 Hungarian Parliament Building. This much-appreciated parliament building and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 20,409 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Heroes' Square. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 73,958 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Széchenyi thermal bath to make the most of your road trip across Hungary. The spectacular Széchenyi thermal bath is a public bath that has been 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 average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Debrecen. Debrecen 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 Melange Étterem. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,772 reviews.

The remarkable Belga Étterem és Söröző is another top restaurant in Debrecen we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,134 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Debrecen, the fantastic Valhalla Brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful BarCraft Debrecen. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 498 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Szóda Bár. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 397 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Hungary!

Day 8 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 top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 383 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!