It is one of the most magical cities in Hungary. It is next to the Danube and its history is rich. Its baroque architecture, its magnificent buildings, its delicious food and its admirable sights will impress you and you will love the city from the first moment. Tour the city and explore every corner.
Currency: Hungarian Fiorint
Calling Code: +36
Nearest airports from city center: Bratislava Airport (89km), Vienna Airport (106km), Budapest Airport (152km), Brno Airport (208km), Graz Airport (222km), Ostrava Airport (353km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** CATHEDRAL BASILICA (Győr, Káptalandomb 12, 9021)
It is a Catholic church that serves as a cathedral basilica. The construction of the church was completed in the 1770s.
*** FRIGYLADA SZOBOR (Győr, Gutenberg tér, 9021)
This is a statue that has a long history. It was erected in 1731 and the Golgotha scene can be seen.
*** MUSEE D’ART ET D’ HISTOIRE ROMER FLORIS (Győr, Liszt Ferenc u. 11, 9022)
The city’s history and art museum is one of the most important in Hungary. It was founded in 1859.
*** ZICHY PALACE (Győr, Liszt Ferenc u. 20, 9022)
Tour the classic baroque palace that was originally home to military families and now houses the Family Institute and Registry Office. It is now used as a city event venue.
*** SAINT IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA BENEDICTINE CHURCH OF GYOR (Győr, Széchenyi tér 9, 9022 )
It is the first Jesuit church built near the middle of the 17th century and is one of the most beautiful churches in Hungary. Enjoy the interior of the temple and its decoration.
*** VARKAZAMATA – KOTAR (Győr, Bécsi kapu tér 5, 9021)
See the permanent exhibitions, including the magnificent collection of 16th century bricks. Also enjoy the century Sforza courtyard.
*** XANTUS JANOS ALLATKERT (Győr, Kiskút liget, 9027)
Visit one of the most beautiful zoos in Europe. Each continent is represented by animals that are under protection.
*** PUSPOKVAR TORONYKILATO (Győr, Káptalandomb 1, 9021)
It is one of the most historic points of the city. Püspökvár has always been the bishop’s residence. Also visit the observatory.
*** GYORI VAROSHAZA (Győr, Városház tér, 9021)
It is a two-story building in neo-baroque style and has a clock tower in the middle. Also see the two towers that cause a special beauty. It is considered in a way the symbol of the city.
*** KOVACS MARGIT MUZEUM (Győr, Apáca u. 1, 9022)
Enjoy contemporary Hungarian art with exhibits by ceramic artist Margit Kovács (1902-1977). See heroes of fairy tales and myths come to life with wonderful shapes.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Széchenyi tér is one of the most important sights of the city.
*** Apátúr-Ház is a museum worth visiting.
*** Napóleon-ház is another museum space of special importance.
FOOD AND DRINK
The cuisine of Gyor is delicious. Be sure to try their traditional dishes such as chicken paprikash, hungarian goulash, fish soup halászlé, lecsó (vegetable stew), stuffed cabbage leaves, meat stew, potato dumplings, fried dough, ujházi-chicken soup, slambuc and traditional pasta. For street food, the locals offer you langos hot dogs with chips. The traditional drink of Hungary is Unicum liqueur, but it is drunk as a digestive. Accompany your food with local beer or wine.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find hotels and apartments at very good prices in the city center and at a distance of 3-4 kilometers from the city center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Gyor Plaza is one of the most important commercial department stores in the city.
*** Arkad is another place worth visiting for your shopping.
*** ETO Park is a shopping center that is everything you need for your shopping.
*** The city center is full of shops for shopping.
*** Arrabona Áruház is another large department store for your shopping.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot, by bike or by bus.
CITIES NEAR GYOR
Major cities close to Gyor are Bratislava (81km), Budapest (124km), Vienna (125km), Graz (227km), Brno (208km), Zagreb (329km), Ostrava (370km).