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Szászvár to Lake Balaton

Updated: March 29, 2024 12:38 PM
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Guide to Székesfehérvár

Language

The official language of Székesfehérvár is Hungarian.

Currency

The official currency of Székesfehérvár is the Hungarian Forint (HUF).

Distance from Budapest

The distance from Budapest to Székesfehérvár is approximately 68 kilometers (42 miles).

How to Reach Székesfehérvár

You can reach Székesfehérvár by train, bus, or car.

  • By train: The train ride from Budapest to Székesfehérvár takes about 1 hour.
  • By bus: The bus ride from Budapest to Székesfehérvár takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • By car: The drive from Budapest to Székesfehérvár takes about 1 hour.

Expenses

The cost of living in Székesfehérvár is relatively affordable.

  • Accommodation: A night in a hostel can cost around 10-15 euros. A night in a mid-range hotel can cost around 50-70 euros.
  • Food: A meal in a budget-friendly restaurant can cost around 10-15 euros. A meal in a mid-range restaurant can cost around 20-30 euros.
  • Transportation: A single bus ticket costs around 1 euro. A day pass costs around 5 euros.

Best Time to Go

The best time to visit Székesfehérvár is during the spring or fall when the weather is mild.

What to Eat

Székesfehérvár is known for its traditional Hungarian cuisine.

  • Gulyás: A beef stew flavored with paprika.
  • Paprikás csirke: Chicken paprikash is a chicken stew flavored with paprika.
  • Lángos: A deep-fried flatbread that can be topped with various ingredients.

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Székesfehérvár.

  • Visit the Székesfehérvár Cathedral: The Székesfehérvár Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral that was built in the 11th century.
  • Visit the Bory Castle: The Bory Castle is a castle that was built in the early 20th century by the Hungarian architect Jenő Bory.
  • Visit the Csók István Gallery: The Csók István Gallery is an art gallery that houses the works of the Hungarian painter István Csók.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about Székesfehérvár.

  • Is Székesfehérvár safe? Yes, Székesfehérvár is a safe city to visit.
  • Do I need a visa to visit Székesfehérvár? No, you do not need a visa to visit Székesfehérvár if you are a citizen of the European Union.
  • What is the best way to get around Székesfehérvár? The best way to get around Székesfehérvár is by bus.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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