Places to Visit in Gyor, Hungary, Europe
Gyor is the capital of both Gyor-Moson-Sopron county and Western Transdanubia region in Hungary covering an area of 174.61 sq. km. The economy of Gyor is centered on tourism, and manufacturing industries, especially Audi Hungaria Motor Kft. Gyori ETO Sport Club is the main sports centre in Gyor.
The major landmarks in Gyor include:
- Town Hall
- Carmelite Church
- Szechenyi Square
- Museum of Roman Archaeology
Geography of Gyor:
Gyor located at 47.68403° N 17.63507° E, around 120 km northwest of Budapest, the capital of Hungary.
History of Gyor:
Celts were the first known settlers of Gyor, settled around 5th century BCE. Later occupied by Romans what is today Gyor during the 10 CE and Gyor was also settled by many tribes such as Slavs, Lombards and Avars. The Lutheran Evangelic church and Gyor Castle are the historical landmarks of Gyor.
How to reach Gyor?
There is no airport in Gyor, so the nearest airport to Gyor is Bratislava Airport in Slovakia situated about 90 km northwest of Gyor with scheduled flights to Moscow, Kyiv, Oslo, Alghero, Bergamo, Birmingham, Charleroi, Dublin, London, Rome and seasonal flights to Copenhagen, Edinburgh and Trapani.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located about 135 southeast of Gyor.
There are taxis always available at the airports, and coach service and trains are also useful for airport travel.
By train, it takes around 1 hour 15 minutes from Budapest to Gyor.
Culture, Food and Shopping in Gyor:
The National Theatre of Gyor is a renowned cultural centre in Gyor and other centers include Town Hall, Xantus Museum and City Art Museum.
The Gyori Arkad is a modern shopping centre in Gyor home to supermarket, branded products shops and a restaurant. Traditional markets are useful.
Some reputed food corners in Gyor are listed below:
- La Mareda Restaurant & Bistro
- Kisfaludy Gourmet Borbar
- Dolce Vita Ristorante and Piizzeria
- Arany Szarvas FOGADO
What to do in Gyor?
- Aqua park
- Visiting Historical sites
- Shopping
Tourist Attractions in Gyor:
National Theatre of Gyor:
Being a major theatre in the Gyor-Moson-Sopron region, the National Theatre of Gyor was initially opened on 2nd November 1978 and renovated in 2009. It is located at Czuczor Gergely Street 7 in Gyor.
Benedictine Archabbey of Pannonhalma:
Situated about 20 km away from Gyor, the Benedictine Pannonhalma Archabbey is Hungary’s one of the oldest historical structures dating back to 996. It features the Basilica, monumental Library, the Cloisters, Baroque Refectory and much more to show tourists.
The City Hall of Gyor:
Built in Neoclassical architectural style, the City Hall of Gyor is must visit site in Gyor. It was recently renovated in September 2008 and there are two beautiful baroque gardens near the city hall.
List of other places of interest in Gyor includes:
- Museum of Roman Archaeology
- Carmelite church
- Benedictine church of St. Ignatius of Loyola
- The reliquary of king Ladislaus I.
- The Bishop’s Palace
- Diocesan Treasury
- The Carmelite Church
- City Art Museum
- Synagogue
- Xantus Museum
- Raba Quelle Elmenyfurdo
- Janos Xantus Museum
Best time to visit Gyor:
The summer months from June to August will be the ideal time to enjoy holidays in Gyor.
Accommodation options in Gyor:
Gyor is a colorful town housing a wide range of accommodation centers categorized as hotels, BB and inns, vacation rentals and lodges. Doctor on call, spa, Wi-Fi and 24 hour room service are some latest facilities offered by hotels in Gyor. The major hotels in Gyor include:
- Hotel Famulus
- Ibis Gyor
- ETO Park Hotel
- Revesz Hotel
- Arany Szarvas Hotel
- Hotel Baross Gyor
- Barokk Hotel Promenad Gyor
- Hotel Raba City Center
- Hotel Fonte Restaurant
- Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof
- Hotel Schweizerhof
- Hotel Bastya Panzio & Etterem
- Hotel Konferencia
- Motel Stop & Sleep
- Hotel Hedyn Thermal