Location: Debrecen
Top Things to do in Debrecen
The 10 Best Things to do in Debrecen, Northern Great Plain
Debrecen (Hungarian pronunciation: [ˈdɛbrɛt͡sɛn] ( listen)) is Hungary's second largest city after Budapest. It is the regional centre of the Northern Great Plain region and the seat of Hajdú-Bihar county. It was the largest Hungarian city in the 18th century and it is one of the Hungarian people's most important cultural centres. Debrecen was also the capital city of Hungary during the revolution in 1848–1849. During the revolution, the dethronement of the Habsburg dynasty was declared in the Reformed Great Church. The city also served as the capital of Hungary by the end of the World War II in 1944–1945. It is home of the University of Debrecen.
Restaurants in Debrecen
1. Apollo Cinema
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
2. Huskeebike
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
We have bicycles, fat bikes, electric bicycles, electric kickscooters, hoverboards for rent. Wide selection, low prices. We organise off road segway tours around the forest of Debrecen (2 hours long off road tour only 4000 HUF/person). Out of season (between October - March) you should call (+3630 578 0209) before visit us because the shop is closed. Please do not hesitate to call us and we try to do the best for you!
3. Main Building of University of Debrecen
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By istvanj_12 - Debrecen, Hungary
The main building of the University of Debrecen was built bw 1927 – 1932. When inaugurated this was the third biggest building in Hungary after the Parliament and the Castle of Buda (both to be found in the capital). It is really monumental and still serves as the home of numerous University Departments and other establishments. Its central court, a multi-storey, glass-covered atrium is a unique sight and impresses the visitor being an internationally relevant architectural gem. It is home to the regular doctoral degree award ceremonies and other celebrations. It is worth just to take a stroll within the building, or around at the carefully manicured park. You are free to discover the many adjacent old or new buildings of one of Europe’s nicest university campus.
4. Paparazzi Kitchen & Bar
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
5. Phoenix Baltadobalas
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
6. Aquaticum Debrecen
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4.5 based on 91 reviews
The Aquaticum Mediterranean Pleasure Bath is situated in the heart of the Debrecen's Great Forest. This special facility is located in a domed shaped hall measuring 66 m diameter over, which creates with his rich tropical vegetation and special fun elements a summer feeling for each day of the year. The water paradise provides an all-day long relaxation and fun for all generations. Pools: wave pool, baby's pool, children's pool, adventure pool.
Reviewed By utka - Devon, United States
The complex is easily reached by the number 1 streetcar or walking thru the big forest park area. It’s a great place to chill whether alone or with family.Entry fee is very reasonable, one can get combo ticket that includes the thermal bath and the pool as well as massage, etc.You have to bring your own towels, though. They have a cafe/ restaurant inside and the food was decent.
7. Hortobagy National Park
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4.5 based on 220 reviews
Reviewed By sumoman - Eastbourne, United Kingdom
Hortobagy is a marvellous place, the 9 hole bridge and the extra ordinary plain is inspiring. Visit during the spring or autumn bird migration and the drive in is like a bird safari. Bird Hospital Sadly many birds get hurt in the Migration But help is on hand. Whilst in Hortobagy please visit the animal park. Contrary to other reviews it IS NOT A ZOO, rather a wild bird hospital and rehabilitation Center. You can see into the operating theater, see the birds with legs and wings in splints in the indoor ward (the small will stay be hardest to forget), then see the rehabilitation cages that allow the birds to regain their strength and also a healthy fear of humans BEFORE they are released. There are all kinds from Storks to Eagles and Owls. Pay them a visit and be part of the solution! Market Excellent local market, with lots of local produce and useful and charming objects d’art including a magnificent selection of Bull whips! Csarda The Csarda (big eatery by the bridge) is lovely, great food and drinks and popular with the locals. Try the Hortobagy Pancakes with local beef as a filler. Nice and filling and supportive of the farming collective that maintains the Puszta.
8. Great Church (Nagytemplom)
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4.5 based on 251 reviews
Reviewed By MarriedAnd-Over-50 - Mission, Canada
As you enter the downtown area of Debrecen it is massive and impossible to miss. It is the largest Protestant Church in Hungary and it has the largest Bell of the Protestant Churches in Hungary. That is why Debrecen is called the Calvinist Rome. There were several churches which were destroyed, one before the present church burned during the Great Fire that destroyed Debrecen in 1802 and the construction of this Great Church started in 1805. The capacity is for 5000 people. The towers are 61 meters high. It is worth visiting.
9. Aquaticum Medicinal and Thermal Baths
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4.5 based on 144 reviews
The Aquaticum Medicinal and Thermal Baths offer guests pools filled with spa waters at different temperatures which come up from the ancient seabeds laid down in the Triassic Age. The iodine, bromide and hydro-carbon rich waters offer an unparalleled curative effect and give bathers refreshment and renewed energy.
Reviewed By Fearless401840 - Oradea, Romania
It is a very nice place for families to spend some time . It is also suitable to take a bath on colder weather because inside is good temperature .
10. Statue of Lajos Kossuth
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