9-Day Hungary road trip from Debrecen to Budapest, Tata, and Eger

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 9-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 2,942 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 4,286 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Debrecen is Round Forest Adventure Park. This amazing attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,126 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Triple Mountain lookout. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 515 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Hajdúság Landscape-protection Area. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 210 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!

Day 3 of your road trip through Hungary gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Budapest for 3 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 Hungarian Parliament Building. This attraction is a parliament building that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 20,409 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible memorial, Shoes on the Danube Bank. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 20,984 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Budapest is the outstanding Fisherman's Bastion. This popular bastion and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 88,529 visitors.

The spectacular Matthias Church is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating parish church and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 22,777 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Buda Castle. This attraction is a popular castle that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 106,184 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 Budapest, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hungarikum Bisztró, one of the best restaurants in the city of Budapest. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,293 customers.

Locals also recommend Menza Étterem és Kávéház as one of the best restaurants in the city of 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, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Budapest. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers.

Alternatively, Boutiq Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Budapest. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 919 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through 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 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.

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 Széchenyi Chain Bridge. This chain bridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 54,182 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 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.

St. Stephen's Basilica is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 56,959 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Hungarian State Opera House. This amazing attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,084 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Szimpla. This ruin pub and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 58,480 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Dohány Street Synagogue. This synagogue is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 24,346 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!

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the city of Budaörs and the city of Tata. You’ll stay in Tata for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Budaörs today is Buda Landscape Protection Area. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,690 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. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, 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 Fényes Nature Trail for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Tata. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,991 visitors.

This outstanding english garden has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,221 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Tata Castle in the city of Tata. This attraction, a stunning castle, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,718 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Tata, Pletycafésec Cafe & Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 291 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like FröccsTerasz. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip through Hungary is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Esztergom and the city of Szentendre. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Esztergom is the amazing Esztergom Basilica. This attraction is a minor basilica and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,092 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Esztergom 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 Visegrádi fellegvár in the city of Szentendre for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,366 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Szentendre is the outstanding Szentendre Skanzen Village Museum. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,480 visitors, this museum deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Szentendrei Duna-part. This attraction, a stunning best-rated sightseeing destination, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,058 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 8 of your road trip in Hungary. Today, you'll wake up in Eger and embark on a scenic drive to Debrecen, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. 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 Archiepiscopal Palace (Eger). This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,753 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Castle of Eger. This attraction, a beloved castle ruin, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 23,375 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Eger is the stunning Szépasszony-völgy. This human-geographic territorial entity and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,607 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Archiepiscopal Palace (Eger). This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,753 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Castle of Eger. This castle ruin and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 23,375 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Szépasszony-völgy. This human-geographic territorial entity and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,607 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Melange Étterem. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,772 customers.

Locals also recommend Belga Étterem és Söröző, another of the best restaurants in 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 to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Debrecen, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like BarCraft Debrecen. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. BarCraft Debrecen has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 498 customers.

Szóda Bár is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 397 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 9 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 best-rated sightseeing destination 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!