Picturesque Veszprem, Hungary is located only ten miles from the resorts and beaches of Lake Balaton and only 70 miles from Budapest, the country’s capital. Hungarians and foreign visitors alike travel to Veszprem because of its great location. It boasts the first public library and one of the first universities in the country. In part because of the university, there are many theater and cultural events as well as festivals throughout the year. This contributes to the city’s cosmopolitan flavor, similar to the atmosphere of Szeged, where Hungary’s oldest university is located.
Additionally, the city is set in the Bakony Hills within the Balaton Uplands, one of the most unspoiled and beautiful national parks in the country, and a great reason for taking Veszprem trips even without the other attractions. Forested mountains, rocky outcrops, rolling meadows covered in wildflowers, caves with underground lakes, and even a buffalo reserve make this one of the country’s premier sites for caving, hiking, and trekking. For active things to do in Veszprem, you might consider one of the vacation packages that include cycling combined with visiting vineyards where Hungary wine is produced. These tours often include Veszprem, Hungary overnight stays. All of this is making travel to Veszprem more and more popular. Around town, see the splendid Nagypréposti (Great Provost’s) Palace and Basilica. Or spend time in the landscaped Botanical Gardens and Zoo. Many of the best dining and shopping venues are in the areas around the Castle District and the university, with more informal and cheaper restaurants and shops in the latter. There are some very nice gourmet restaurants, both in town and in the hotel resorts in the countryside. Many of the Veszprem city hotels have excellent restaurants.