Although a small country by European standards, Hungary is a popular visitor destination due to its long history, beautiful scenery and the architectural magnificence of its capital, Budapest. Arranging cheap car hire in Hungary gives visitors the best chance of seeing all the sights, both man-made and natural, during their stay.

Budapest, sited on the beautiful River Danube, is famous for its spectacular buildings in a variety of architectural styles. Its wide streets lined with exquisite examples of Art Nouveau houses and its massive palaces, civic and religious buildings in the Gothic and Renaissance styles attract millions of visitors annually, as do cultural events such as operas, ballets and concerts/

The history of the city began in Celtic times, and is documented in its many museums displaying exhibits from 2,500 years ago to the present day. Shopping and dining facilities are excellent, as is the transport network, including the world’s second oldest underground railway complete with its original stations.

Within a short drive of the city with car rental in Hungary are many charming and historic towns. Fertod is noted for its Baroque Esterhazy Palace, modelled on Versailles, Szombathely is the oldest town in Hungary and the spa town of Balf is famed for its thermal baths. Esztergom, originally Roman, was Hungary’s capital from the 11th to the 14th centuries.

The southern regions of the country can be easily reached with car hire in Hungary. The famous Lake Balaton and the nearby thermal lake of Hevis are popular holiday destinations with good facilities. Beaches, traditional villages, vineyards, castles, water sports and riding all complement the natural beauty, including several National Parks, of this region.