It is a city with continuous development on many levels, from commerce and industry to its cultural events. It is considered the sunniest in Hungary and many residents of the country visit it to enjoy the sun! Kecskemét’s trademark is the distinctive fruity pálinka made exclusively from local apricots. Museums, art nouveau buildings, famous markets and temples compose a magical puzzle of images that will delight you.
Currency: Hungarian Fiorint
Calling Code: +36
Nearest airports from city center: Budapest Airport (86km), Bratislava Airport (293km), Vienna Airport (310km), Graz Airport (428km),
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** HUNGARIAN MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHY (Kecskemét, Katona József tér 12, 6000)
It contains over a million objects and mainly the museum presents a photographic archive from the History of the city and the country.
*** RADAY MUSEUM (Kecskemét, Kálvin tér 1, 6000)
It has one of the largest collections of ecclesiastical art and material relating to the history of churches in Kebele.
*** KISKUNSAG NATIONAL PARK (Kecskemét, Liszt Ferenc u. 19, 6000)
It was established in 1975 and is the second national park in Hungary. It is one of the most ideal places to relax and enjoy the natural landscape.
*** COLLECTION OF FOLK CRAFTWORKS AND ARTS (Kecskemét, Serfőző u. 19, 6000)
You will have the opportunity to see the material and spiritual heritage of the local culture and historical past.
*** NEMZETKOZI KERAMIA STUDIO (Kecskemét, Kápolna u. 11, 6000)
It is an institutional member of the International Ceramics Academy of Geneva and is for ceramic enthusiasts. It offers workshops, classes, seminars and even artist residencies!
*** SZORAKATENUSZ TOY MUSEUM AND WORKSHOP (Kecskemét, Gáspár András krt. 11, 6000)
In this space you will find more than 18 thousand ancient toys, simple folk toys, children’s literature books and everything related to things that make children happy.
*** KATONA JOZSEF MUSEUM (Kecskemét, Katona József park, Bethlen krt. 1, 6000)
The museum’s collection includes archaeological, historical and ethnographic exhibits. These are exhibits that exceed 100 thousand objects.
*** KECSKEMETI VADASKERT (Kecskemét, Műkerti stny. 1, 6000)
It is worth seeing up close the city zoo which develops the feeling of animal protection in a beautiful natural environment.
*** KECSKEMET CATHEDRAL (Kecskemét, Kossuth tér 2, 6000)
It was opened at the end of the 18th century and is one of the most beautiful churches in Hungary.
*** LESKOWSKY INSTRUMENT COLLECTION FOUNDATION (Kecskemét, Rákóczi út 15, 6000)
This is an excellent place for music lovers and especially instruments. You will find over 1,800 instruments from Hungary and from all over the world!
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Benkó Zoltán Leisure Center is an ideal place preferred by locals and tourists to relax and have a picnic.
*** Szabadidőpark is a place that will impress you with its natural landscape. If you like walking, then go to the park.
*** Kecskeméti arborétum is yet another place that will delight you with its natural scenery.
*** If you have time, go to Safari Park Richter which is about half an hour away from the city center.
FOOD AND DRINK
The cuisine of Kecskemet 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 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 5-6 kilometers from the center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Malom Központ is an ideal place for your shopping.
*** Central Passage Üzletház Kecskemét is a special place for your shopping and is preferred by the locals.
*** The city center is ideal for shopping and walking.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot, by bike or by bus.
CITIES NEAR KECSKEMET
Major cities close to Kecskemet are Budapest (93km), Debrecen (182km), Gyor (205km), Oradea (206km), Timisoara (231km), Bratislava (284km), Belgrade (294km), Vienna (328km), Kosice (340km).
