The Votive Church, officially known as the Cathedral of Our Lady of Hungary, is one of Hungary’s most well-known and beautiful churches. It is located in the heart of the city on Dóm Square.
The Szeged Cathedral is one of the largest churches in the country and belongs to the largest neo-Romanesque style buildings in Europe. Inside, visitors are greeted with a stunning view, including magnificent ceiling paintings, ornate altars, and a marvelous organ that make the visit unforgettable. The Szeged Cathedral holds not only religious significance but also cultural and historical importance, making it one of the most important landmarks of the city.
The Móra Ferenc Museum is located in the heart of Szeged, at the meeting point of the Tisza River and the Belvárosi Bridge. Its prestigious building is a defining part of the cityscape. The institution serves as a prominent cultural center for the region. Alongside its permanent and continually renewing temporary exhibitions, significant archaeological, ethnographic, literary, historical, natural science, and numismatic research takes place within the walls of the Cultural Palace.
Szeged Zoo is one of the youngest zoos in Hungary and also the largest in terms of area. It specializes in the conservation of rare and endangered species. Visitors can encounter around 140 species with more than 650 individuals.
Spread over an area of approximately 45 hectares, mostly covered by natural forests, the zoo showcases its animals grouped by geographical regions, with a particularly impressive section dedicated to animals from South America.
Aquapolis Sun Bath is an all-year-round aquatic city with 4,400 m2 of water surface, featuring Europe’s longest water slide open year-round.
The complex provides suitable relaxation options for all age groups.
The Anna Bath (formerly known as Steam Bath) is a historic bathhouse located in the city center of Szeged. The Neo-Renaissance and Turkish architectural elements create an eclectic style, designed by architects Láng Adolf and Steinhardt Antal from Vienna in 1896.
In 1927, in the immediate vicinity of the bath, the Anna Well was drilled to a depth of 944 meters, from which water with a temperature of 52 degrees Celsius emerged, known for its therapeutic properties in treating digestive complaints and thyroid disorders. The healing water was also introduced to the bath, leading to its elevation to the status of a medicinal bath in 1938.
The Anna Bath has been fully renovated in its original style and now accommodates both a therapeutic bath and a wellness area. The bath continues to offer healing treatments and houses a rheumatology outpatient clinic. Anna Thermal and Spa Bath
The New Synagogue of Szeged was built between 1900 and 1902 according to the plans of Lipót Baumhorn. It is the second largest synagogue in Hungary and the fourth largest in Europe. Baumhorn, who designed 22 synagogues, considered this one to be his most significant and beautiful creation.
The eclectic architectural style of the building incorporates elements of Secession, Moorish, Arab, Mediterranean, Baroque, Gothic, and Roman styles. It was renovated in 2017. Due to its excellent acoustics and seating capacity of 1340, it hosts various concerts, both classical and contemporary.
Széchenyi Square is a central, partially enclosed park in the heart of downtown Szeged. Its area is 50,087 square meters. It serves as an important venue for events, festivals, and markets. The square is connected to the walking street (Kárász Street) and is a popular place for leisurely walks.
It is bordered by Klauzál Square, Híd Street, Nagy Jenő Street, Kossuth Lajos Avenue, and Vörösmarty Street.
REÖK Palace is a Secessionist building located in the downtown area of Szeged. It was designed by Ede Magyar and was built in 1907.
In 2007, the building underwent a complete reconstruction and modernization. It now houses the Regional Centre of Arts (REÖK), which hosts temporary exhibitions, literary and musical events, and theatrical performances.
The Heroes’ Gate in Szeged (Latin: Porta Heroum 1936-1937) is a neoclassical artistic creation built in memory of the fallen heroes of World War I, commemorating the 12,000 Szeged soldiers who perished.
The complex was designed to close off one wing of the building on Boldogasszony Avenue, creating a smooth traffic flow under its three arches. Although the plans were drawn up in 1930, construction didn’t begin until 1935. It was proposed by József Pálfy, the mayor of Szeged at the time, that this unique building also serves as a gateway to honor the heroic deceased of Szeged.
After the University of Kolozsvár relocated to Szeged, the city donated 20 hectares of land in 1922 for the establishment of a botanical garden. The planting of the various species was initiated by the founding director, István Győrffy. The botanical garden, which continues to operate under the university’s maintenance, serves as both an educational and research center and is open to the public. The garden presents economically significant species, including medicinal and spice plants, fiber and food plants, as well as participating in the conservation of protected plants. A notable feature is the Indian lotus, introduced over 80 years ago, which forms Central Europe’s largest outdoor collection in the garden’s artesian well-fed pond.
The most popular and well-known excursion spot in the Southern Great Plain is the National Historical Memorial Park established in commemoration of the Hungarian conquest. The park’s main attraction is the unforgettable and monumental Feszty Panorama.
Spread across a vast area, the park offers several points of interest. Within the modern circular visitor center, the Rotunda, besides the Feszty Panorama, you can find various interactive exhibitions. Adjacent to the Millennium Árpád Monument, there are intriguingly shaped Csete yurts, and further away, you can visit the buildings of the Open-Air Museum.
Mórahalom is a city in the Csongrád-Csanád county, and it is the central hub of the Mórahalmi district.
The city offers numerous attractions for visitors, such as the Mórahalom Thermal Bath, the Millennium Park, and the Nagyszéksós Lake and Bison Reserve.
