Things to Do in Lake Balaton

Book a full-day tour to Lake Balaton with a private guide. Visit the famous cities of Tihany, Balatonfüred and Herend with a 3-course lunch included.

Discover Lake Balaton, the “Hungarian Sea,” on a full-day guided tour. Visit Esztergom, enjoy a Slovakia photo stop, explore Tihany, and relax by the lakeside.

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Discover the Pátzay Estate in Badacsonytomaj with a wine tasting and tour. Taste 6 or 8 premium Badacsony wines, explore the estate, and learn about the winemaking process.

Experience the majestic beauty of Europe’s largest freshwater lake on a day tour to Lake Balaton from Budapest. Check out cities such as Balatonfüred and marvel at the views of the Tihany Peninsula.

Savor the taste of Balatonfüred with a wine tasting experience at the Zelna Wine Bistro. Enjoy a selection of wines from the Zelna Winery's 15-hectare organic vineyard.

Discover Lake Balaton in Hungary on this 9-hour tour from Budapest. Visit the abbey on the Tihany Peninsula and walk along the promenade in Balatonfüred then take a pleasant boat ride.

See why Lake Balaton is known as the Hungarian Sea on this full-day trip from Budapest. Relax on the northern shore, take a river cruise from Balatonfüred, and enjoy views from the Tihany Peninsula.

Discover the beauty of Tihany on a guided panoramic loop hike with stunning views of Lake Balaton. Includes round-trip train and bus transport from Budapest and a visit to the Tihany Abbey.

Enjoy a private sailing cruise on Lake Balaton with a skipper on our Jeanneau luxory yachts. Admire the stunning views of the Tihany Peninsula and the oldest Abbey of Hungary as you sail.

Reconnect with the universe on this intimate, private, slow-paced stargazing night. Enjoy a private hilltop planetarium, telescope moments, and a scenic ride close to nature near Lake Balaton.

Romantic 4x4 sunset safari with solar telescope viewing at a hidden hilltop near Lake Balaton, an intimate astronomy experience far from the crowds.

Experience the most beautiful part of Lake Balaton on a stand-up paddle board. Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature, as well as fantastic views of the Tihany peninsular from the water.

Enjoy a guided tour of the vineyards and a wine tasting at Zelna Winery in Balatonfüred. Taste 8 wines, including a sparkling wine, and enjoy homemade mini savory pastries.

Discover the essence of Hungarian rural beauty on a private tour to Lake Balaton. Stroll the streets of the quaint and old Tihany village and enjoy a meal in a restaurant with the best view in the country.

Discover Balaton’s hidden side! A nature-friendly day with a 6km hike to 360° views, lavender fields, Tihany Abbey, and a scenic ferry ride. End with a refreshing beach swim before heading back.

Discover the beauty of Lake Balaton’s northern shores on a 10-hour tour from Budapest. See the lake, the 19th-century resort town of Balatonfüred and the beautiful Tihany

Enjoy private transport to Hungary’s stunning Lake Balaton and Tihany Peninsula. Stroll through lavender-scented paths with beuatiful vistas. Optional: skip-the-line tickets to Tihany Abbey.

Experience the most beautiful part of Lake Balaton on a stand-up paddle board. Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature, as well as fantastic views of the Tihany peninsular from the water.

Climb the volcanic Badacsony Hill on a private hike from Budapest. Enjoy panoramic Lake Balaton vistas, expert local guidance, and optional lunch in Badacsonytomaj. Max. 3 participants.

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Discover the southern shore of Lake Balaton on a private tour from Budapest. Relax in the thermal waters of Hévíz, explore the Festetics Palace, and enjoy beach time in Siofok.

Learn how to stand up paddleboard with an instructed splash course at Lake Balaton. Get to grip with the basics on a simulator and head out to independently explore the largest lake in Central Europe.

Experience the sunset from the most beautiful part of Lake Balaton on a SUP board. Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature, as well as fantastic views of the Tihany peninsular from the water.

Escape Budapest for a private Lake Balaton beach day. Swim, sunbathe, and taste local food with a personal guide. Flexible, relaxing, and tailored to you.

On our Balaton day trip, you will get to discover the highlights of this region, taste its wines, and maybe even take a dip in the lake while you’re there!

Rent a stand-up paddleboard for 2 hours and explore the most beautiful part of Lake Balaton. Paddle straight into the Tihany National Park and enjoy the bird and wildlife.

Enjoy a private day trip from Budapest to Lake Balaton’s southern shore. Relax on sandy beaches, swim, and unwind in summer, or enjoy scenic walks and local food year-round.

Discover the beauty of the northern shore of Lake Balaton on a private day trip from Budapest. Visit Bory Castle, the Tihany Abbey, the Balatonvilágos Panorama Lookout and Balatonfüred's promenade.

See what lies beyond Budapest! Experience Hungary’s most beautiful landscape in one day private trip. From volcanic vineyards to medieval ruins, discover the countryside most tourists miss.

Explore Lake Balaton on a guided tour from Budapest by a minibus. Visit Balatonfüred, Tihany, and Siófok, and enjoy a scenic ferry ride across Lake Balaton.

Explore Lake Balaton on a guided tour from Veszprém by a minibus. Visit Balatonfüred, Tihany, and Siófok, and enjoy a scenic ferry ride across Lake Balaton and the sunset from the highlands.

Explore Lake Balaton’s scenic north shore on a private day trip from Budapest. Visit charming villages, landscapes, and viewpoints with a flexible itinerary tailored to you.

Embark on a lovely day tour from Budapest and visit the largest freshwater lake in Europe, the beautiful Lake Balaton, and the manufacturer where world-famous, hand-painted Herend porcelain is made, before continuing to the stunning Tihany Peninsula.

Enjoy a day trip to Székesfehérvár from Budapest. Visit the Bory-vár Castle, the Flower Clock, and the Várpark Museum of Castle Replicas.

Explore Budapest or the countryside with a Professional Local Guide and Photographer. Discover the city's top attractions and hidden gems, and make the most of yourself during a private photo session.

Experience this historic Balkan tour from Budapest, Zagreb or Dubrovnik. Within a week we will explore Hungary, Croatia, Bosnia & Herzegovina. Escorted by a dedicated English speaking tour leader.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Budapest on a 10-hour scenic tour to Lake Balaton on the Tihany Peninsula, and visit the world’s largest manufacturer of porcelain in the lakeside town of Herend. Learn about Hungary’s porcelain traditions, and more.

Escape Budapest in a private car and uncover the charm of Tihany. Enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Baroque Tihany Abbey, home to a royal crypt and centuries of history, Lake Balaton’s tranquil shores.

Discover the Badacsony wine region on a guided tour. Taste local organic wines, meet winemakers in their cellars, and enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the wineries.

Spend a fabulous day sailing on Lake Balaton, one of central Europe's largest lakes. Visit Tihany Peninsula, an old fishing village, and the ancient Benedictine Abbey founded in 1055 on this day tour.