It is a sports complex that is a jewel for Szombathely. It does not only concern football teams. It is an excellent sports environment to provide services that will excite you for its professionalism and high standard facilities. In addition to football, it offers the possibility to hold basketball and handball training sessions and matches. There is also a hotel, physiotherapy and conference facilities.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO KIRALY SPORTCENTRE
*** BUS: 7
*** It is about 5 minutes by taxi from the city center.
SZOMBATHELY: A CITY OF MAGIC
It is one of the most lively cities in Hungary and you can combine fun with a “trip” to culture. You will be fascinated by its history from 45 AD, its Roman influences, the fact that it is the oldest city in Hungary and its magnificent architecture. It is a city that will take you back in time, specifically to the Roman Empire, as at the end of the first decade of the 21st century, many remains of the former Roman imperial state were discovered.
Currency: Hungarian Fiorint
Calling Code: +36
Nearest airports from city center: Graz Airport (122km), Vienna Airport (138km), Bratislava (172km), Zagreb Airport (217km), Klagenfurt Airport (247km), Budapest Airport (253km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** SAVARIA MUSEUM (Szombathely, Kisfaludy Sándor u. 9, 9700)
It is one of the most important museums in the city. Tour the museum and see exhibits of enormous value, archaeological relics, exhibits related to ethnographic evidence, etc.
*** ISEUM SAVARIENSE ARCHEOLOGY WORKSHOP AND WAREHOUSE (Szombathely, Rákóczi Ferenc u. 6-8, 9700)
See the reconstructed sacred precinct that has served as a museum since ancient times. See exhibits that will take you back in time and are of special importance..
*** SZOMBATHELY KEPTAR (Szombathely, Rákóczi Ferenc u. 12, 9700)
If you are an art lover, then you should definitely visit the gallery that opened in 1985.
*** SMIDT MUSEUM (Szombathely, Hollán Ernő u. 2, 9700)
One of the greatest doctors of the region, Dr Lajos Smidt has offered his objects and his rich collection of medical matters.
*** ALDOZATI EMLEKMU (Szombathely, Március 15. tér 1, 9700)
It is a memorial that was built in 1995 and is in honor of those who lost their lives during World War II.
*** CSONAKAZO TO
Be sure to visit the lake and its surroundings, because it is one of the most impressive landscapes of the city. Also visit the island in the middle of the lake.
*** EKLEKTIKUS FO TER – CENTRAL SQUARE
The Central Square of the city has a triangular shape and is one of the most curious in Hungary in terms of its architecture. You will find there the statue of the Trinity, the fountain and wonderful buildings.
*** CATHEDRAL – BISHOP’S PALACE (Szombathely, Mindszenty József tér 1)
It is one of the most beautiful Cathedrals built in honor of Our Lady of Sarlós and has Baroque features.
*** ROMKERT ISTVAN PAULOVICS JARDANYI
Walk one of the most historic streets. Many centuries ago it was the usual route of trade caravans during the Roman Era.
*** KAMONI ARBORETUM (Szombathely, Szent Imre herceg utca 84/B, 9700)
It is a green oasis on an area of 27 hectares. You will be able to see thousands of species of trees, shrubs and flowers.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Bartok Philharmonic hall! If there is a show on during the time you go, then we would recommend you to visit it.
*** Vasi Falumúzeum is worth a visit.
*** If you have time, then you should also visit Vasi Múzeumi Látványtár.
FOOD AND DRINK
The cuisine of Szombathely 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 2-3 kilometers from the city center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Family Center is one of the most famous commercial department stores.
*** Savaria Plaza is yet another place for your shopping
*** Szombathely Center is yet another place to do your shopping.
*** ZÁRTAJTÓ Szabadulós Játék is a wonderful place to become children again.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot, by bike or by bus.
CITIES NEAR SZOMBATHELY
Major cities close to Szombathely are Graz (125km), Vienna (135km), Bratislava (163km), Budapest (221km), Zagreb (226km), Ljubljana (281km), Brno (290km).
PHOTO CREDITS: Official Website of Kiraly Sportcentre
