Kecskemét (Hungary) Travel Directory

Kecskemét is a Hungarian city located between the capital (Budapest) and Szeged. It is renowned for its beautiful art nouveau buildings and the Kecskemét Air Show, which is held annually, sometimes bi-annually at the Hungarian Air Force base nearby.

Kecskemét has a population of about 110.000 and is a regional cultural and economical center.
If you look at Hungary's map, you will notice that the city is very close to the center of the country. Therefore infrastructurally it is very important: many roads, highways get close to it and more connections are planned for the future.

You can get to Kecskemét pretty fast if you drive from Budapest or if you go by train. The distance is only 80-90 km and the infrastructure is modern. Visit the beautiful churches, art nouveau buildings, the theatre, museums and more!

Around the city you will find a number of rural tourism facilities, but you will have to search and select the one you like, these places are rather hidden from the main roads. If you find yourself a nice quiet rural hotel or resort, then you can enjoy Hungarian hospitality, not to mention the delicious traditional spicy foods!