5-Day Hungary Road Trip from Budapest traveling west to Veszprém

Photo of Chain bridge on Danube river in Budapest city, Hungary.
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-day road trip through Hungary.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Hungary. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Budapest and 1 night in Veszprém, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Hungary. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Budapest and Veszprém. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Hungary you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Budapest, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Hungary, including the stunning Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Hungary. From the magnificent Heroes' Square to the breathtaking City Park and St. Stephen's Basilica, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Széchenyi Chain Bridge and learn more about the unique Szimpla to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Budapest and Veszprém, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Hungary. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Hungary.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Hungary. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Hungary.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Hungary.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Hungary has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Hungary. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Hungary extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Hungary fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Hungary today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Budapest - city in HungaryBudapest / 3 nights
Veszprém - county in HungaryVeszprém District / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of Old town architecture of Budapest. Buda temple church of Matthias. Buda's Castle District, Hungary.Castle District
Photo of Fisherman's bastion in Budapest, Hungary. Fisherman's Bastion
Photo of Heroes' Square, Hosok Tere or Millennium Monument, major attraction of city, with 36 m high Corinthian column in center, Budapest, Hungary. Heroes' Square
Photo of Budapest City park big playground in aerial panoramic view.City Park
Photo of Eclectic terrace in one of the most attractive ruin pubs, the Szimpla. Ruin pubs, Budapest, Hungary.Szimpla
Photo of St. Stephen's Basilica in Budapest, Hungary.St Stephen's Basilica
Photo of Széchenyi Chain Bridge in Budapest.Széchenyi Chain Bridge
Photo of Szechenyi Medicinal Bath in Budapest. The bath, located in the City Park, was built in Neo-baroque style to the design of Gyozo Czigler.Széchenyi thermal bath
Photo of entrance of the Budapest Zoo, Budapest, Hungary.Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden
Photo of St. Matthias Church in Budapest. Matthias Church
Photo of Shoes on the Danube Bank in Budapest, Hungary.Shoes on the Danube Bank
Photo of Hungarian Parliament at daytime. Budapest. One of the most beautiful buildings in the Hungarian capital.Hungarian Parliament Building
Photo of dinosaurs in the zoo park, Veszprem, Hungary.Kittenberger Kálmán Zoo & Botanical Garden
Kastélypark, Keszthely, Keszthelyi járás, Zala, Western Transdanubia, Transdanubia, HungaryKastélypark
Photo of entrance of the Sümeg castle fortress in Hungary.Sümeg Castle
Photo of scenic view of the Festetics Palace is located in the town of Keszthely, Zala, Hungary, near the Lake Balaton.Festetics Palace

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Round trip
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Round trip
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Car
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Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
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Day 1 – Budapest - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Budapest - arrival day

  • Budapest - Arrival day
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  • Széchenyi Chain Bridge
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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 5-day vacation in Hungary!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Budapest

Day 2

Day 2 – Budapest

  • Budapest
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Drive 16 km, 59 min

  • Shoes on the Danube Bank
  • Heroes' Square
  • Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden
  • Széchenyi thermal bath
  • City Park
  • More

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Budapest has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Budapest by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Budapest. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Budapest, like the extraordinary Shoes on the Danube Bank. This attraction is a memorial and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 20,984 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Budapest is the spectacular Heroes' Square. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 73,958 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden. This zoo has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 39,797 visitors.

Széchenyi thermal bath is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This public bath is a popular destination among visitors in Budapest. Rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 53,382 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider City Park. City Park is an urban park and popular attraction in Budapest. More than 71,709 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Budapest does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Budapest on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Hungary, be sure to eat at Rosenstein Vendéglő, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Budapest. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,060 customers.

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

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Budapest is Menza Étterem és Kávéház. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,299 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Amigo Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Budapest for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

Roots Budapest Bar & Walk In Tattoo is another of the most popular bars in the city of Budapest. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Budapest is Szimpla Kert. Szimpla Kert has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 58,480 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Budapest!

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Day 3 – Veszprém

Day 3

Day 3 – Veszprém

  • Budapest
  • Veszprém District
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Drive 121 km, 2 hours 4 min

  • Fisherman's Bastion
  • Castle District
  • Matthias Church
  • St Stephen's Basilica
  • Szimpla
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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 Veszprém. You’ll stay in Veszprém 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 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 Veszprém. Veszprém 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 Elefánt Étterem. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,698 reviews.

The remarkable Fejesvölgy Vendéglő is another top restaurant in Veszprém we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous GUSTO13 Bistro & Delicate is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,072 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Veszprém, the fantastic Papírkutya. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Incognito Café. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 450 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Daiquiri Patisserie Cafe and Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 294 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Hungary!

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Day 4 – Sümeg and Budapest

Day 4

Day 4 – Sümeg and Budapest

  • Veszprém District
  • Budapest
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Drive 278 km, 3 hours 27 min

  • Kittenberger Kálmán Zoo & Botanical Garden
  • Sümeg Castle
  • Festetics Palace
  • Kastélypark
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Hungary. Today, you'll wake up in Veszprém 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 Veszprém 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 Veszprém. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Sümeg Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 15,619 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Kittenberger Kálmán Zoo & Botanical Garden. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 17,688 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Paprika Vendéglő. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,976 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Kéhli Vendéglő. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,587 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Budapest, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,455 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Morrison's 2. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Morrison's 2 has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,042 customers.

Kandalló 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 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!

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Day 5 – Budapest - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Budapest - departure day

  • Budapest - Departure day
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  • Hungarian Parliament Building
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Day 5 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!

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