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A trip to Hungary will sooner or later take you to the gorgeous Miskolc. Once you arrive in Miskolc, you will undoubtedly be enchanted by the city’s beauty and mystique.
And in this Miskolc blog I’ll share with you some of my top things to do in Miskolc.
An itinerary of 4 days is good to see the most popular tourist attractions in Miskolc. But if you can spare couple of days more that’s even better, you can take the sights more slowly. Here are the best things to see in Miskolc along with a list of the most interesting things to do in Miskolc:
1. Diósgyőr Castle
Located on top of a high hill, Diósgyőr Castle is a beautiful medieval structure.
Because of its strategic importance, controlling the castle simply implied controlling the city of Miskolc. Occasionally, you will find information boards giving you details about the place.
Quick Facts:
- The castle was built somewhere around 1271.
Address: Miskolc, Vár u. 24, 3534 Hungary
2. Miskolc Zoo
A compact zoo located in the city of Miskolc.
If you get tired you can sit in the on-site cafe and relax.
Quick Facts:
- Also worth seeing here include the impressive statues of some popular naturalists.
Without a doubt this wonderful small zoo is one amongst the top things to do in Miskolc.
Address: Miskolc, Csanyik-völgy, 3535 Hungary Mon-Sun 9am–7pm
3. Anna Cave
Anna Cave is an extensive cave system with brilliant limestone ‘interiors’.
There are gorgeous columns of stalactites and stalagmites to appreciate. Follow the marked path, Stay away from areas which are out of bound.
Quick Facts:
- The cave is located near a beautiful waterfall.
Address: Miskolc, Hámor stny. 1, 3517 Hungary
4. Szinva waterfall
A visit to Szinva waterfall is warranted for every nature lover.
And finally, to satisfy your hunger pangs eat at the nearby cafe. Going in the rainy season? Be careful, it can be slippery here.
With so much to offer, no wonder Szinva waterfall is one of the top things to do in Miskolc.
Address: Miskolc, E/0, 3517 Hungary
5. Szent István Cave
Szent István Cave is a beautiful cave, a monument of nature, built by geomorphic activities of mother earth.
Don’t worry if you are afraid of dark, cave is lit all around. Notice the weird shapes, they are all around you.
Quick Facts:
- The cave stretches for about 710 m in length.
Address: Miskolc, Egri Országút, 3517 Hungary
6. Pannon Sea Museum
Pannon Sea Museum is an interesting museum located in the Miskolc city.
Quick Facts:
- It was in 1899 when it was established.
- The museum’s collection include 600,000 artifacts ranging from mineralogy to arts, and ethnography to archaeology.
An incredible sight, Pannon Sea Museum scores high in the list of the best things to do in Miskolc.
Address: Miskolc, Görgey Artúr u. 28, 3529 Hungary
7. Miskolc-Avas TV Tower
Miskolc-Avas TV Tower is a soaring TV tower located in Miskolc city.
From the observation deck you can see some fantastic city views. The Miskolc-Avas TV Tower is a highly visible structure, no matter from which direction you look.
Quick Facts:
- The tv tower is located on the top of Avas hill.
- The tv tower has a height of around 72 meters.
Address: Miskolc, Avas kilátó, Avasi TV torony, 3530 Hungary
8. Lillafüredi Libegő
Thrillseekers rejoice, for Lillafüredi Libegő has everything that you could ask for a fun-filled day.
Lillafüredi Libegő presents equally fun and challenge for both kids and adults. There are plenty of interesting obstacles and climbing tracks.
Quick Facts:
- Some of the things Lillafüredi Libegő features include chairlift.
Add it to your Miskolc trip if you have time.
9. Greek Orthodox Church and Museum
Greek Orthodox Church and Museum, one of city’s medieval church, is one of the city’s many architectural gems.
The church’s walls and ceilings are covered with intricate frescoes, and it features works by some of the well-known painters of the time. As this is a sacred location, anyone who want to enter are advised to cover their knees and shoulders.
Quick Facts:
- Belonging to the Orthodox faith, today this church is a seat of Hungary.
- Easy to get to Greek Orthodox Church and Museum is located in Miskolc Downtown area.
- The church houses the Liturgical Museum.
- It doesn’t take an expert to see that it is built in a Zopf style style.
Address: Miskolc, Deák Ferenc tér 7, 3525 Hungary
10. Wooden Church
A small chapel made entirely of wood, Wooden Church is simple yet elegant.
All in all this small church makes for a quick stop.
Quick Facts:
- This whole structure that you see was the brainchild of Bálint Szeghalmy.
- The wooden church was built somewhere around 1999.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Miskolc trip.
Address: Miskolc, Tetemvár felsősor, 3525 Hungary
11. Mindszent Church
Mindszent Church, the centuries old landmark, is considered to be one of Miskolc’s most gorgeous churches.
The church’s walls and ceilings are covered with detailed frescoes including works by notable painters. A donation at the entrance is optional but encouraged, since it will go towards the preservation of this piece of history.
Quick Facts:
- Easy to get to Mindszent Church is located in central Miskolc.
- The church belongs to the Roman Catholic faith, but is visited by others too.
Address: Miskolc, Mindszent tér 2 4, 3530 Hungary
12. Miskolc Bobsled
Set admist the beautiful natural surrouding are the warm waters of Miskolc Bobsled.
The thermal waters are a must whether you’re in need of some relaxation, or if you just want to unwind in a warm bath. Locals and tourists alike have been bathing in the waters for ages.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Miskolc trip.
Address: Miskolc, Dehmel Nándor sétány, 3519 Hungary
13. People’s Garden
People’s Garden is a large landscaped park, an oasis of greenery, located in Miskolc.
It is a good way to reconnect with nature – relax under the shady trees, watch the kids play.
After a whirlwind tour of the city’s big attractions, the park is almost a necessary stop to take a breather. On the weekends you will find People’s Garden to be full of people, doing all sort of things from walking to jogging, from sitting idly to rowing a boat.
But beyond the famous attractions in Miskolc, 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 Miskolc for everyone.
And it’s not difficult to create an itinerary that includes some of the best tourist attractions in Miskolc. So what are Miskolc sights to see or you have already been here? Let me know in the comments along with your tips and experiences.