Remarkable Places to Visit and Things to Do in Eger, Hungary

December 28, 2021 Mustafa Natalwala 3137 Views

Eger is a city in the Heves county in Hungary. Some of the most popular places to visit in Eger include castles, baroque churches, historical buildings and thermal baths. The city is also well known for unique Hungarian cuisine and its local red wine called Egri Bikaver.

The region shows evidence of settlement since the stone age. But, the city was founded by St. Stephen, who was the very first Christian king of Hungary. You can still find a few sites and monuments dedicated to him among Eger tourist attractions. The city was then invaded by Mongols, recaptured by Hungarian King Matthias and then fell to the Ottoman and Habsburg rule. Eger sightseeing will give you an insight into the rule of each of these powers over the city.

The most iconic historical place in the city is the Eger castle. It is known for its rich history of defending the city against invasions as well as for its grand architecture. It is one of the first places to explore when you visit Eger. The city also has several beautiful churches which are renowned for baroque style of architecture and opulent interiors.

As for the historical Eger attractions left behind by the ottomans, you have the Torok Kori Minaret and a network of underground tunnels. The ottoman period also saw constructions of several public baths. Some of these thermal and Turkish bath centers are still open today and form an integral part of Eger travel. You can see further details about them in the section below.

If you are looking for outdoor things to do in Eger, you should visit Bukk National Park. Though there are pastures for nature close to the city as well if you do not with to make a long trip. There are also rock formations and lakes in and around the city for people who wish to enjoy a little adventure during their trip.

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Explore The Top 15 Tourist Attractions in Eger

1. Eger Castle (Egri vár)

One of the biggest Eger tourist attractions, this castle has a history going back to the 13th century. The castle was rebuilt in the 15th century with a gothic demeanor. The castle is enormous and requires a couple of hours to explore.

2. Lyceum Observatory

This observatory is praised for its beautiful baroque style architecture along with its educational collection. The Magic Hall in the building has numerous old experimental devices and astronomical equipment. The building also holds a library and a planetarium. It is among the most interactive things to do in Eger for families. You will need about 2 hours for this place.

3. Underground Tunnels

The tunnels were built in the 17th century when the city was taken over by the Ottoman empire. The tunnels stretch for 4 kms and were also used as wine cellar. You will need a couple of hours to explore these tunnels when you visit Eger.

4. Torok Kori Minaret (Kethüda minaret / Egri minaret)

This is the only surviving of the 10 Minaret built by ottomans between 1596 and 1687. This was was built with red sandstone and is northernmost Turkish minaret on the continent. If you can climb up the 97 steps, you can get to one of the best spots for Eger sightseeing. You will need about 30 to 45 minutes for this monument.

5. Valley of the Beautiful Woman

Wineries and Wine Cellars are among top Eger attractions. On this street you can try out the Egri Bikaver Wine, which means Bull’s Blood. You will need an hour for this street.

6. Dobó István Square

This public square is one of the most important historical sites to visit during Eger travel. It is named after Istvan Dobo, the military captain who made the last stand against Ottoman Empire. You will need 20 to 30 minutes for this square.

7. Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle (Eger Cathedral)

This is the 3rd largest cathedral in the country and the only Neo Classical Monument in city. The cathedral is renowned for its architecture, design and interiors. It is one of the most beautiful Eger tourist attractions. Many of the sculptures were built by famous Italian sculpture Marco Casagrande. You will need an hour to explore this cathedral.

8. Church of Anthony of Padua (Minorite Church)

The church was built by the Franciscan order in 1771. It is known for its baroque style architecture. It’s curved facade design and two towers makes it one of the most aesthetically interesting places to visit in Eger. You will need about an hour this church.

9. St. Nicholas Church

This church was built in the 18th century by Serbian and Greek refugees. This church exhibits baroque features, many of which were carved by Italian mason Giovanni Adami. You will need 30 to 45 minutes for this church.

10. Provost’s Palace

This palace was built in 1758 for provost count Ignac Batthyany. It may not look too grand on the outside, but it does posses regal interiors. It will take you 30 to 45 minutes to explore this palace.

11. Thermal Bath

One of the most fun things to do in Eger is thermal bathing. You can enjoy this at a resort or at one of the many Turkish baths in the city. Torok Furdo Turkish Baths and Aquaticum Medicinal and Thermal Baths are two of the most popular Eger attractions for this activity. You can enjoy and relax at these places for a couple of hours.

12. Egri Road Beatles Múzeum

This museum is dedicated to the Beatles, their lives and their music. The collection features instruments used by the band along with several of their posters, costumes, newspaper articles and limited edition records. You would need an hour or so to explore this museum.

13. Bukk National Park (Bükki Nemzeti Park)

Bukk is the largest national park in the country. It is the best place for outdoor activities in Eger including hiking, trekking, camping, mountain climbing and cave explorations. You would need at least a day for this national park.

14. Kopcsik Marcipánia Bell Foundry House

This museum is dedicated to famous confectioner Lajos Kopcsik who was known for its marzipan creations. The house has several items made from marzipan inlcuding furniture, scuptures, ornaments and more. It is an interesting addition to Eger sightseeing. It will take you an hour or so to explore this place.

15. Holloko Village

This UNESCO World Heritage site is a museum in itself. The village has several museums, historical buildings and cultural centers to explore. You would need a day’s time to enjoy this village.

If you are looking for more interesting places to visit in Eger, check out the section below.

Things to do in Eger

Monuments, Museums & Historical Places to Visit in Eger

Castle Eger
Eger Minarate
Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle
Dobo Istavan Museum
Beatles Road Museum
Church of Anthony of Padua
City Under the City
De La Motte Castle Noszvaj
Kopcsik Marcipania Bell Foundry House
Szomolyai Kaptarkovek
Astronomical Museum and Camera Obscura
Cistercian Church in Belapatflva
Memorial Museum of Geza Gardonyi
Suba-hole Museum
Pelyhe Pince Museum
Eger Fire Museum
Zarkandy Bastion
Meseut Iada
Bogacsi Lookout
Brezovay kastely
Ziffer Sandor Galeria
Cserépvár romjai
Időalagút Museum
Kisamerika barlanglakások
Ostorosi-víztároló
Saint Nicholas Church
Sports Museum
Cave Apartment Open Air Museum
Museum of Special Antiques
Galassy Crypt
Hall of Heroes
Millenium Lookout
Szomolya Cave Dwellings Country House
Servite Church
Tomb of Géza Gárdonyi
Maritime Museum
Chestnut Exhibition House
Great Valley Roof Lookout
Palace of Little Prepost
Fazola Kapu
Church of Immaculate Conception of Blessed Virgin Mary
Typewriter Exhibition
Loss of Eyes Exhibition

Nature & Wildlife Tourist Spots in Eger

Bukk National Park
Lake Volgyi to
Noszvaj Barlanglakasok
Laskóvölgy reservoir
Kovesdi kilato
Bogacs Fishing Pond
Demien Hive Stone
Rock Source Forest
Lime Mountain
Szomolya Hive Stones Nature Reserve
Rock Source Lake

Entertainment & Leisure Tourist Spots in Eger

Valley of Beautiful Women
Thummerer Cellar
Torok Furdo
St. Andrea Estate
Demjeni Termal Volgy
Thermal and Erlebnisbad Waterpark
Kepes Gyorgy International Art Center
Gorilla Arena Theme Park
Dino Park
Doctor Agyagási Dezső Medical Park
Noah’s Garden Adventure Park

Shopping in Eger

Agria Park Shopping Center
Baroque Shopping Street

Offbeat Places, Tours, & Adventure in Eger

Hiking
Fishing
Swimming
Trekking

Sightseeing in Eger

Dobo Istavan Square
Szmrecsanyi Lajos Kert

Food, Dining, Restaurants, & Street Food in Eger

Macok Bistro
Brumbrum Pizza
Senator House
Erla Villa
Il Padrino
HBH Bajor Sorhaz
Forst Haz Restaurant
Foter
1552
Excalibur Kozepkori
Vadasztanya etterem Eger

Where to Stay in Eger?

Here we have listed Top Rated all type of Hotels in Eger. You can check below mentioned list of luxurious, mid-range and budget hotels for your stay in Eger.

Luxurious Hotels

Mid-Range Hotels

Budget Hotels

Custom Tours Package in Eger

How to Reach Eger?

By Air

The closest airport for Eger travel is the Budapest airport. Check out our article on Budapest to see the direct flights connected to this airport. You will have to get to the city from the airport to find transportation to Eger.

By Road

Trains run regularly from Budapest to visit Eger. You can also get trains from Fuzesabony and Miskloc. The bus network is far more widespread throughout Hungary. This means you can get to Eger from almost anywhere in the country via bus.

If you plan to travel by car, you can stick to route M3 or route 25.

By Water

Being a landlocked city, there are no direct water routes to reach Eger.

Image Reference

Eger Castle (Egri vár) – Eli Duke / Flickr
Lyceum Observatory – h_laca / Wikimedia Commons
Underground Tunnels –
Torok Kori Minaret (Kethüda minaret / Egri minaret) – Tim Ellis / Flickr
Valley of the Beautiful Woman – Andrew Bossi / Wikimedia Commons
Dobó István Square – István Mátrai / PixaBay
Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle (Eger Cathedral) – Milan Tvrdy / Flickr
Church of Anthony of Padua (Minorite Church) – Istvan / Flickr
St. Nicholas Church – Zairon / Wikimedia Commons
Provost’s Palace – Rakás / Wikimedia Commons
Thermal Bath – Pudelek (Marcin Szala) / Wikimedia Commons
Egri Road Beatles Múzeum – Globetrotter19 / Wikimedia Commons
Bukk National Park (Bükki Nemzeti Park) – Steve Talas / Flickr
Kopcsik Marcipánia Bell Foundry House –
Holloko Village – Gábor Adonyi / PixaBay