The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Lake Balaton, Lake Balaton

June 29, 2021 Deane Carmody

Affectionately called “Hungarian Sea,” Lake Balaton is one of the largest lakes in central Europe. The mountainous region of the northern shore is known both for its historic character and its wine region, while the flat southern shore is known for resort towns.
Restaurants in Lake Balaton

1. Nemeth Pince

Romai ut 127, Badacsonytomaj 8261 Hungary +36 87 431 274 [email protected] http://www.nemethpince.hu
Excellent
88%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 51 reviews

Nemeth Pince

Reviewed By go_kato - Katowice, Poland

Absolutely lovely place. We've been here several years ago and it's only getting better! The owner's daughter speaks excellent English and is a great introduction to the world of Nemeth's wines. Delicious snacks: bread, ham and cheese. A must-have accessory for your tasting! Lovely, homely atmosphere. It's fun to be a part of it!

2. Szep Look-out

At the 94,5 Km of Main Road 71 Between Balatongyörök and Balatonederics, Balatongyorok 8313 Hungary http://balatongyorok.hu/programok/szepkilato
Excellent
85%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
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5.0 based on 33 reviews

Szep Look-out

3. Castle Hill (Veszpremi Varhegy)

Veszprem Hungary http://www.idegenvezetok-veszprem.org/veszprem/veszprem-kepgaleria/erseki-palota-veszprem-latnivaloi.html
Excellent
63%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 194 reviews

Castle Hill (Veszpremi Varhegy)

A charming district intersected by winding medieval streets and filled with quaint houses and grand palaces, shops, restaurants and a variety of interesting museums.

Reviewed By zsu0309 - Budapest, Hungary

Beautiful view on the city. It worth to come here. You can see nearly the whole city. There are beautiful buildings: churches and tatuary.

4. Bences Apatsag

I. Andras ter 1., Tihany 8237 Hungary +36 87 538 200 [email protected] http://www.tihanyiapatsag.hu
Excellent
54%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 299 reviews

Bences Apatsag

The original abbey was established by King Andras I in the 11th century.

Reviewed By Rainbowtravelgirl - Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Driving along the lake Balaton we saw the brown road sign " Tihany ". With zero info, we drove up to find an interesting village which happened to be a touristic one to our surprised. Parking seemed not easy to find and finally we found one along the village main road. It was a pay parking. We went up following the direction to a baroque Abbey Church. Wow what an idyllic setting. Calendar-inspired views. One can make a pleasant walk in a well-paved pathways. In the Visitor Center, one can buy a ticket for a guided tour + a short film about the Abbey. I recommend this. Friar Richard guided us. A group of tourist had an spontaneous " choir concert ". Around the Abbey is a Guest House that opens whole year round. There is a pastry shop where you can have breakfast or hot meals. It has a terrace overlooking the placid, serene Balaton Lake. Beautiful. When in Balaton Lake, come to this village and be filled with spirituality too. Had a short stay but very meaningful. The Peace of God !

5. Szigliget Castle

Szigliget 8264 Hungary +36 87 461 355 http://www.szigligeti-var.hu/
Excellent
64%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 259 reviews

Szigliget Castle

Reviewed By andreahZ4434HF

Great experience with the family, there are plenty of installations, maps, heralds to look at besides the gorgeous view! If you are in the area it is a must do with kids!

6. Laposa Birtok

Bogyay Lajos ut 1., Badacsonytomaj 8261 Hungary +36 20 777 7133 [email protected] http://www.laposa.hu
Excellent
74%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 199 reviews

Laposa Birtok

Azt gondoljuk, csodára leltünk a világ e kis zugában. Itt szeretnénk olyan borokat készíteni, melyek soha nem téveszthetők össze más borvidékekről származókkal. Olyan borokat, melyek kérdezés nélkül mesélnek arról, honnan származnak, milyen ott a tél és a nyár, hogyan cseperedtek és hogyan váltak zsenge kamaszból felnőtté. Olyan borokat, melyekben minden íz fellelhető, de egyik sem tolakszik, melyekben érezhető mind a természet ereje, mind a mögötte álló ember tudatossága.

Reviewed By lucasY4452AS

Book ahead to get a table with amazing view to lake Balaton and the wineyards.Amazing food and service, we really liked the cheeseplate.Balazs was our waiter who recommened wines for us and did the entire 6 wine tasting along with stories about winemaking and about the Laposa family.Very nice place,good atmosphere,professional 5 star service!

7. Tihany Echo

Tihany Hungary http://tihany.hu/index.php/ru/ru-latnivalok/ru-latnivalok-inner/483-ru-visszahang
Excellent
52%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 61 reviews

Tihany Echo

Reviewed By bedasandor - Szekszard, Hungary

Friendly service, delicious food coupled with the beautiful view of the lake. It is a must to try the taste of levander.

8. Folly Arboretum and Winery

Excellent
61%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
10%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 83 reviews

Folly Arboretum and Winery

Our botanic garden is not simply an arboretum of many. It is not only a unique collection of cedars and cypresses, but a family history of several generations, a result of dedicated work and perseverance. Be a part of the history of our family! Feel the tranquility of centuries-old cedars, an enchanting view over the lake Balaton and taste our wines, which are expertise and spare no effort were made to you.

9. Ortorony Lookout Tower

Apati-hegy, Tihany 8237 Hungary
Excellent
62%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 47 reviews

Ortorony Lookout Tower

10. Sphere Lookout

Kilato utca 8., Balatonboglar 8630 Hungary +36 30 282 9599 http://balatonboglarbob.hu/kalandpark/gombkilato
Excellent
51%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 73 reviews

Sphere Lookout

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