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Things to see in Keszthely (Hungary): 28 places and when to go

Keszthely is a town in Hungary, and this site lists 28 places in and around it, mainly Nature (8), Hiking (7), History (6). The best known are Festetics Palace, Little Balaton and Church of the Holy Spirit. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 22. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Hungary · 46.7708, 17.2416
Places
28 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Nature (8) · Hiking (7) · History (6) · Wildlife (3) · With kids (3) · Temples (2)
Best time
April to October.
Also possible
November to March.
Nearest airport
BUD Budapest, 170 km as the crow flies

What to see in Keszthely

The places in and around Keszthely, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.

And the other 4, by what you come to do:

When to go to Keszthely

The best time to visit Keszthely is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.

  1. JanPossible8:44
  2. FebPossible10:04
  3. MarPossible11:36
  4. AprBest time13:21
  5. MayBest time14:50
  6. JunBest time15:38
  7. JulBest time15:18
  8. AugBest time14:01
  9. SepBest time12:19
  10. OctBest time10:37
  11. NovPossible9:07
  12. DecPossible8:22

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 22. In April, 28 of the 28 places are at their best.

When to go to Hungary in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.

Getting to Keszthely

The nearest main airport is Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD, Budapest), 170 km as the crow flies. How to get around Hungary (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.

Where it is (opens in a new tab)Directions (opens in a new tab)

Other towns nearby

And all of Hungary, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Keszthely?

The best known: Festetics Palace, Little Balaton, Church of the Holy Spirit, Mary Magdalene church in Egregy, Botka Mansion, Bókaháza. In all, 28 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Keszthely?

April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 22.

How do you get to Keszthely?

The nearest main airport is Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD), 170 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Keszthely as the destination and these 28 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.

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