local and area attractions
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Whether you’re looking for a romantic location or a fun family getaway, our hotel’s surroundings offer plenty of exciting experiences and things to discover.
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Hajdúszoboszló
Discover the cultural treasures and attractions of Hajdúszoboszló!
István Bocskai Museum in the heart of Hajdúszoboszló
Visit the Istvan Bocskai Museum in Hajdúszoboszló, where you will find interactive exhibitions! Explore the history exhibition, try out the weapons of the Hajdúks and write on a slate. Drive a “Trabant simulator” at the Retro exhibition, while you can try on local traditional costumes at the local history exhibition. Art exhibitions include works by Picasso and Chagall. Don’t miss a visit to the Princely Treasury, where you can see replicas of the Bocskai Crown and Scepter!
Machine Museum: exploring the industrial heritage
The Machine Museum near Hajdúszoboszló offers special experiences. Restored oldtimer cars, old motorcycles, bicycles, agricultural machinery and other useful objects by private collector József Mogyorós await visitors. Discover the technical wonders of the old days!
Farmhouse: a journey into the folk way of life
The Gazdaház, locally known as Czeglédy House, is located on the outskirts of Hajdúszoboszló, at 40 Vasvári Pál Street. under the number. This authentic folk house is a museum with traditional furniture. Discover around 50 medicinal plants in the Herb Garden and learn about folk medicine and old ways of life. Don’t miss the craft workshop, where you can see the enamelware and the “100 years in 10 minutes” exhibitions!
Bell House and Painted Heads: the city’s new architectural wonders
The Bell House is the newest architectural wonder of Hajdúszoboszló, home to the Oborzil bell collection. The building is located in the park between the town’s spa and the main street, and symbolises the Carpathian Basin. The painted beacons representing the streams fed by the waters of the four springs are an eye-catching sight.
St. Stephen’s Park and King Matthias Promenade: new experiences in the heart of Hajdúszoboszló
The park in front of the Hajdúszoboszló beach bath and spa, as well as the King Matthias promenade, have been spectacularly renewed. The tourism development of Hajdúszoboszló, known as the largest spa complex in Europe, will include new fountains, experience elements and amenities. The area from the main beach entrance to the spa park has been completely transformed, with a number of new attractions.
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Discover the best attractions and experiences of the area in the centre of local tourism.
Hortobágy
Pusztai Zoo – Hortobágy
Hortobágy Pusztai Zoo offers a unique opportunity to learn about the old Hungarian domestic animal breeds of the Carpathian Basin.
The zoo is located in the Hortobágy National Park, which was established in 1973 and is now a World Heritage Site.
The zoo exhibits Transylvanian bald-necked hens, Parlagian goats and donkeys, raccas and mangalica, Hutsul horses, Hungarian grey cattle, domestic buffaloes, and many other domestic animals.
Children will have a special treat with the petting zoo, where they can meet lambs, goat goats, donkeys and donkey cubs.
The zoo also hosts the National Goulash Competition and the Shepherd’s Pie Meeting, as well as the Hungarian Grey Bull Fair.
The exciting Pusztai Virtus Adventure Day is particularly popular with families, with adults and children alike enjoying it.
Nine Hole Bridge
The Nine Hole Bridge is a stone bridge built in the classicist style on the site of the old wooden bridge over the Hortobágy River.
The bridge’s famous annual event is the Bridge Fair, held on 20 August, which is an attractive destination for visitors.
The Nine Hole Bridge is not only of historical importance, but also plays an important role in preserving local culture and traditions.
Lake Tisza
Lake Tisza is the second largest lake in Hungary, located in the northern part of the Great Plain.
It covers an area of 127 km² and boasts a rich natural landscape, with countless islands, backwaters and shallow channels interspersed with vast open water areas.
This characteristic mosaic landscape is one of the most unique water surfaces in Hungary.
The Tisza Lake is the fourth showcase area of the Hortobágy National Park and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999, which makes this natural wonder even more precious.
Lake Tisza is not only a great place for swimming, but also an ideal location for cycling, boating and water sports.
It is the perfect destination for a weekend trip at any time of the year, where the proximity of nature and the unique landscape guarantee a relaxing holiday.
Debrecen
Déri Museum – Cultural Treasures of Debrecen
The Déri Museum is one of the most famous public collections in Debrecen, and the jewel of the city centre.
The imposing building is characterised by its historical forms, and the statues of Ferenc Medgyessy in front of the entrance further emphasise the importance of the museum.
The biggest attraction of the Déri Museum is the monumental works of the painter Mihály Munkácsy in the Munkácsy Hall, depicting the Passion of Christ, which offer a unique artistic experience.
In addition to the permanent exhibitions, the museum also offers temporary exhibitions, so there is always something new to discover.
Reformed Great Church – The Largest Reformed Church in Debrecen
The neoclassical style Reformed Great Church is one of the most distinctive buildings in Debrecen, and with its unique floor area it is the largest Reformed church in the country.
It is also the largest Protestant church in Hungary.
The church can be visited individually or with a guided tour, so everyone can learn about Debrecen’s religious and architectural heritage.
Nagyerdő – The Green Heart of Debrecen
The Nagyerdő Park is located just ten minutes from the centre of Debrecen and offers complete relaxation.
Lake Békás, located in a wooded area, offers spectacular fountains and sunbeds for visitors to relax and picnic.
The Great Forest is home to the country’s first rural zoo, with hundreds of species from five continents.
Next to the zoo is the country’s only traditional amusement park, with bumper cars, a horse-drawn sleigh, a ride on a funicular and themed games.
Among the park’s huge pine trees and oak giants, there is also an open-air stage where theatre performances and concerts await the entertained.
For children, the Sziget-blue themed play park, inspired by Magda Szabó’s fairy tales, offers fun for children, with a giant frog, a carp rope course and a playhouse for exploring.
Balmazújváros
Semsey Castle – Historical Treasure of Balmazújváros
The Semsey Castle is located in the heart of Balmazújváros, in the main square, and was built by the Semsey family on the site of the former Andrássy “manor house” in Siklós.
The building has neoclassical features and is now a museum offering a rich historical and cultural experience.
The permanent exhibition in the castle presents the history of the town and its famous natives, with a special focus on the Semsey family.
Visitors can also learn about the traditions of the ruthless animal husbandry and pastoralism of the Hortobágy region, as well as the mysteries of the crafts of the hatter, blacksmith and wainwright.
A carriage museum in the Semsey manor house displays the former equipment of the local fire brigade, enriching the cultural experience of visitors.
Mihalkó Hat House – The History of the Hat Craftsmanship
At the Mihalkó Hat House, visitors can learn about the hatter’s craft, a family tradition dating back to the 1800s.
Unique folk art objects and hats made by the family are on display, reflecting the rich history and traditions of the hatter’s craft.
Discover the passion for hat-making and folk art in this special exhibition!
Nádudvar
Black Ceramics Show House – Exploring the Pottery of Nádudvar
Visitors to Nádudvar can enjoy a special experience at the Black Ceramics Demonstration House, where they can gain a deeper insight into the tradition of making black ceramic vessels.
Visitors can learn about the technique of discing and the art of Nádudvar’s typical planing.
The old farmhouse reveals the history of pottery in Nádudvar, and there is also an ethnographic collection, with a special focus on shepherds’ huts, reflecting the rich livestock-keeping traditions of the village.
Visitors will have the opportunity to try their hand at discing and buy finished pots, so they can add unique handicraft creations to their homes.
Discover the magic of black ceramics and the beauty of traditional pottery in the heart of Nádudvar!
