Relaxed 7-Day Hungary Road Trip Starting from Debrecen to Budapest

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through Hungary begins when you reach Debrecen, where you’ll stay for a total of 2 nights.

Debrecen is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Great Forest Park. Around 9,854 visitors have rated this fascinating park and travel destination an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Debrecen offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is Csokonai Étterem. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,717 customers.

Calico Jack Pub serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Debrecen has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,294 reviews.

Paripa Csárda is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,748 customers, Paripa Csárda is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Debrecen looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Roncsbár, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,272 reviews.

Füredi Söröző offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Debrecen. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,601 customers.

Locals like unwinding at Holiday Pizza&Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 675 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in Hungary! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in Hungary!

Day 2 of your easy and relaxed road trip through Hungary gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Debrecen. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Budapest, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 4 nights.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Protestant Great Church of Debrecen is waiting for you. This reformed christianity church has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,286 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Déri Museum. This unique museum is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,942 visitors.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Saint Anne Cathedral, Debrecen. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 817 visitors, this parish church is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Round Forest Adventure Park. This popular must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,126 people.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Debrecen has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in Hungary. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Budapest. In Budapest, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in Hungary.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,293 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Hungarikum Bisztró.

Locals also recommend Buffalo Steak House as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Buffalo Steak House as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,864 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Zöld Kapu Vendéglő ASZTALFOGLALÁS CSAK TELEFONON! NE HASZNÁLD A KÉK ASZTALFOGLALÁS GOMBOT! RESERVATION ONLY BY PHONE! This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,121 customers.

If you would like to celebrate your vacation with a drink, we recommend going to a place like Budapest Jazz Club. Budapest Jazz Club is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,117 customers and is one of the best bars you can visit tonight.

Another lively bar worth checking out tonight is Beer Brothers. This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers gives you an idea of what to expect from this bar.

Alternatively, head to Hotsy Totsy Budapest. This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night. Hotsy Totsy Budapest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 716 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through Hungary!

On day 3 of your relaxed road trip across Hungary, you'll explore the best attractions in Budapest at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Budapest, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Citadella. This incredible fortress has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,024 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Hungary by seeing another popular site in Budapest, the wonderful Shoes on the Danube Bank. This memorial is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,024 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Hungarian Parliament Building. This parliament building has received an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 20,409 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable St. Stephen's Basilica. This minor basilica is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.7 out of 5 stars from 56,959 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Hungarian State Opera House. This amazing site is a wonderful opera house with more than 16,084 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 3 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Hungary. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Budapest itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Hungary extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Budapest. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Rosenstein Vendéglő. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,060 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Barack és Szilva étterem, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Barack és Szilva étterem is rated 4.7 stars out of 5 by 1,226 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Menza Étterem és Kávéház. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,299 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Budapest and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Amigo Bar. This vibrant bar is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Roots Budapest Bar & Walk In Tattoo. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 525 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Szimpla Kert. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Szimpla Kert has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 58,480 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 3 of your relaxed road trip across Hungary, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Hungary, you'll explore the best attractions in Budapest at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Budapest, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 2 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Buda Castle. This incredible castle has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 106,184 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Hungary by seeing another popular site in Budapest, the wonderful Matthias Church. This parish church is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 106,184 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Fisherman's Bastion. This bastion has received an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 88,529 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Szimpla. This ruin pub is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.6 out of 5 stars from 58,480 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Dohány Street Synagogue. This amazing site is a wonderful synagogue with more than 24,346 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 4 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Hungary. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Budapest itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Hungary extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Budapest. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Paprika Vendéglő. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,976 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at VakVarjú Restaurant, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. VakVarjú Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars out of 5 by 7,223 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Kéhli Vendéglő. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,587 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Budapest and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest. This vibrant bar is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,455 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Morrison's 2. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,042 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Kandalló. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Kandalló has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,760 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 4 of your relaxed road trip across Hungary, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Hungary, you'll explore the best attractions in Budapest at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Budapest, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 1 night will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous City Park. This incredible urban park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 71,709 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in Hungary by seeing another popular site in Budapest, the wonderful Széchenyi thermal bath. This public bath is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 71,709 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden. This zoo has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 39,797 visitors.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Heroes' Square. This square is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.7 out of 5 stars from 73,958 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous Gellért Thermal Bath. This amazing site is a wonderful spa with more than 25,584 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 5 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in Hungary. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Budapest itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through Hungary extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Budapest.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Budapest and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular BarCraft Budapest Nyugati. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,145 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Kertem. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,518 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Lámpás Student Pub. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Lámpás Student Pub has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,125 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 5 of your relaxed road trip across Hungary, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 6 of your laid-back and relaxed road trip adventure, you’ll have the chance to visit two remarkable areas in Hungary. Since this self-drive tour offers freedom and flexibility, you can decide how much time you want to spend in each place to enjoy the memorable travel destinations in Hungary.

Your first destination is the beautiful city of Budapest. As the day progresses, you’ll continue your in-depth tour of the country in the city of Eger. You’ll spend 1 night in Debrecen.

Take the opportunity to relax while admiring what the city has to offer. While on a relaxed road trip, one of the best places to explore in the city is the remarkable Széchenyi Chain Bridge. This chain bridge and popular sightseeing spot has an average rating of 4.7 over 5 stars from 54,182 visitors.

Another top sight worth checking out is the amazing Vörösmarty tér. This metro station and go-to attraction has an average rating of 4.6 over 5 stars from 12,787 travelers.

If you’re looking for another unforgettable attraction to explore during your laid-back trip, the wonderful Ferris Wheel of Budapest is the perfect place for you. This ferris wheel and travel location has received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,990 reviewers.

While exploring the city of Budapest, we highly recommend you join one of its top-rated tours. Joining a tour will allow you to better understand the local culture in Hungary, meet new people, and create memorable experiences, while you comfortably enjoy.

After a fun experience in Budapest, buckle up and enjoy a relaxing drive to your next stop, the incredible city of Eger. This is your opportunity to create more unforgettable memories in Hungary and discover the wonderful Eger.

While in Eger, take a break at one of its best attractions, the great Szépasszony-völgy. This human-geographic territorial entity and popular site has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 19,607 reviews.

Another top location in the city is the fascinating Castle of Eger. Most travelers find that this castle ruin and travel destination lives up to its rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 23,375 reviews.

This travel spotis a go-to place in Eger.

As this day of your laid-back exploration of the best attractions in Hungary comes to a close, continue your relaxed road trip adventure in Debrecen. Drive leisurely, enjoy the views, and listen to some good music. In Debrecen, you’ll choose from the best hotels and places to stay in the city and restore your energy.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, take it easy and have a wonderful dinner at one of the best restaurants in Debrecen. Check out Csakhal Bisztró (Belváros), a top choice in Hungary due to its excellent meals and service.

Another Debrecen restaurant to try is a local favorite, IKON Restaurant.

If you’re looking for another must-visit option, Pálma Étterem is a perfect choice. This popular restaurant in Debrecen has a score of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,181 people.

After dinner, many travelers enjoy hanging out and unwinding at some of the top bars in Debrecen. The popular Maszek - az utcabár | bár & étterem has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 670 customers and is the perfect place to fully appreciate your unhurried and relaxed road trip vacation in Hungary.

You could also relax with a drink at another popular bar like Drink Bar Mokka. This hang-out has an average rating of 4.4 from 518 individuals.

If you want to visit another place, the locals of Debrecen recommend Stay Beer Bar. Due to its local reputation, this bar boasts an average rating of 4.8 over 5 stars from 281 individuals.

Celebrate another day of your relaxing road trip through Hungary with a toast at a top-rated bar in Debrecen!

Day 7 of your relaxed road trip in Hungary is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Debrecen.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Debrecen once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in Hungary on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Ködszinház is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Debrecen. This top sight is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 383 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 7 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Debrecen or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Bonita Bistro. Dining at Bonita Bistro is one of the best food experiences you can have in Debrecen. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,940 customers.

Another top recommendation in Debrecen is Wasabi Running Sushi & Wok Restaurant - Debrecen. If you go to Wasabi Running Sushi & Wok Restaurant - Debrecen, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,749 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like Melange Étterem. If you haven’t yet, a trip to Melange Étterem is your opportunity to have a lovely meal before leaving the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,772 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Debrecen and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 7-day relaxed road trip in Hungary is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.