Hungary is a poorer country than many in Europe, but this town square would do any European city proud
Of course Gyor does not compare with Pecs, but it's still has a pretty town center, fountains, restaurants bars and cafes, in an understated, non hurried environment. It was a pleasant stopover on the direct line to Saltzburg where I was heading.
Anytime we go to Gyor, the centre is the place to go - restaurants, peaceful places, monuments, buildings...
The old town area is well laid out for convenient shopping with a main wide walking boulevard and several smaller walking streets. The town probably was favored for cross-border shopping, but the assortment of souvenirs and momentos is quite limited, and prices are comparatively high. We felt one lavender shop was unusual, but it was an exception. We visited with a tour group, and we found that most of the participants had returned early to the coach because they had not found many shops of interest. We particularly enjoyed the environment around the Carmelite church that lay at the river entrance to the older town. It's is a yellow Baroque church with a facade in an Italian style that might appear anywhere in Western Europe or even in Macau, but it is fixed in Hungary by its ex-Byzantine two-barred patriarchal cross which appears in the coat of arms of both Hungary and Slovakia.
A city to remember, old streets, buildings, very well preserved. Shops, restaurats, pubs, museums-everything in a concentrated location, easy to cover.Recommandable to everybody, worth a visit.
If you are looking for a day out of vienna, try the EU regio ticket from OBB. For 21 euros round trip, you can take the regional trains to Gyor. from the train station, you walk straight out of the front entrance crossing a major road ( or just follow where most people are walking) and you will find yourself in the pedestrian zone heading to the old town area of Gyor. It is not as touristy as the old town area of Bratislava and therefore has its own charm. There are many restaurants, some nice shops and many old buildings and streets that have recently been redone and are beautiful. You will also find the old cathedral area and the large square area with cafes and restaurants all around it. I believe it is called Szechenyi Square.
Starté město, dost kostelů a památek - ovšem ne všechny / přes otvírací hodiny / přístupné. Velké infocentrum, dostatek kaváren, obchůdků. Krása starobylého města se "tluče" s komunistickou výstavbou / divadlo |/ a panelákovou zástavbou
The baroque center of Györ with its main square (Szèchenyi tèr) and all the small street around is great place to visit in every season. We have lot of festivals in the center, nowadays the Xmas one with lot of small point of sales of hand made gifts, hot wine, street food, etc and Xmas decoration everywhere. In the evening you can watch the laser show on the main square and your kids can try the different attractions or listen some concerts. In summertime there are numerous terraces open, where you can drink a good 'fröccs' (rosè or white wine with soda). It is a very nice place to visit.
An absolutely charming town with a central square, interesting architecture, monasteries, churches, wonderful street walks, friendly shop owners...Being there gives an idea of life in a smaller town than Budapest...I recommend an overnight stay rather than just a quick stop...Research the history of the town during World War II...
Győr is lovated at the NW part of Hungary, close to the Austrian and the Slovakien border. This is a lovely baroque city, with many baroque buildings in the downtown. You have to visit the churches, the cathedral, and the Bischop's Castle. There are some good museums, too.