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If you are in Hungary, you can’t keep Badacsony off your travel list. Jam-packed with popular tourist attractions, picking what to see in Badacsony may be difficult for tourists with limited time.
Amble along with me as my Badacsony blog will help you find some of the top things to do in Badacsony.
In my opinion, 3 days in Badacsony is good time to see the best that city has to offer. But if you can add 2-3 days more you’d be able to experience rather than ‘see’ that an ordinary tourist does. Let me share with you the best things to do in Badacsony and tips to make the most out of your trip.
1. Lake Balaton
Lake Balaton is a calm and beautiful body of water located in Badacsony.
There is also a park on shore, with a playground for little ones too. Happy bikers would love to bike in the beautiful trails run through the lake.
Quick Facts:
- The lake stretches for about 77 k.m. in length.
2. Festetics Palace
Festetics Palace is an amazing looking palace in Badacsony city.
Quick Facts:
- The palace was built somewhere around 18th-century.
- Also worth seeing here include the lavishly decorated library.
- The palace follows the Baroque style, easily evident to a person with keen eye.
- Grab the audio guide on your way, it’s quite helpful.
An incredible sight, Festetics Palace scores high in the list of the best things to do in Badacsony.
Address: Keszthely, Kastély u. 1, 8360 Hungary
3. Balaton Uplands National Park
Balaton Uplands National Park is a nature and animal reserve located not far from Badacsony.
Start with the visitor center to help yourself get oriented. As for wild life, a variety of animal and bird species is found here.
Quick Facts:
- The national park stretches for a length of around for a.
4. Lake Cave Tapolca
Opened top public only recently, Lake Cave Tapolca is a karst cave located on the outskirts of Badacsony.
The caverns include gorgeous stalactites and stalagmites columns with varying shapes and sizes. Let your imagination run wild and spot the weird shapes all around.
Quick Facts:
- Some of the things Lake Cave Tapolca features include a boat tour of the lake.
- The cave stretches for a length of around 300 meters.
Without a doubt this wonderful cave is one amongst the top things to do in Badacsony.
Address: Tapolca, Kisfaludy Sándor u. 3, 8300 Hungary
5. Szent György-hill
A beautiful addition to city’s architecture, Szent György-hill is a pretty old church located in Badacsony.
It is well worth to pay a small donation, as it goes towards supporting the ongoing upkeep of this piece of history. In the church grounds there is a cemetry as well.
Quick Facts:
- The church is located at an elevation of 415 m.
6. Szigliget
Szigliget are the ruins of an erstwhile castle located in Badacsony.
Quick Facts:
- Some of the things Szigliget features include an old tower that you can climb.
Add it to your Badacsony trip if you have time.
7. Csobánc
Quick Facts:
- The highlight of the place includes sweeping views of the Lake Balaton.
- The hilltop is located at an elevation of 376 m.
8. Folly Arboretum and Winery
A winery with a tour of the vineyard and wine making facilities.
The place presents a great opportunity to learn about region’s excellent wine. At the end of the tour you’ll get the opportunity to taste some of the fine wine produced here.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Badacsony trip.
Address: Badacsonytomaj, Kápolnavölgyi út 25, 8257 Hungary
9. Laposa Domains
A winery in Badacsony with a fantastic facility producing fine quality wine.
Sampling sessions are towards the end and are generally hosted in the lovely gardens of the estate. You will be a part of small group which will be taken to different locations during the trip.
Address: Badacsonytomaj, Bogyai Lajos u. 1, 8261 Hungary
But beyond the famous attractions in Badacsony, there is something that pulls you back again and again, perhaps it’s the city’s charm. All in all, whether you are a backpacker, a solo traveler, slow traveler, a female traveler or a couple there are plenty of interesting things to do in Badacsony for everyone.
And if you plan it well, these popular tourist attractions in Badacsony can be easily covered in a short itinerary. If you have any questions or suggestions on sightseeing in Badacsony, I would love to hear them in the comments section below.