Discover Gyula in two hours on a guided city walk with Gábor Bánkuti. See landmarks, learn history, small groups, easy booking at Tourinform. Perfect for travelers and families.
when: 2026.01.12., Monday
where: 5700 Gyula, Kossuth Lajos u. 7.
Explore downtown Gyula on a guided walking tour that takes in the city’s signature landmarks, with history on the go. The route starts at the Tourinform office and winds through Városház Street, Harruckern Square, the World Clock, Kossuth Square, the Kohán Gallery, the Ladics House, the Százéves Confectionery, City Hall, St. Nicholas Church, the 1848–49 Honvéd Officer Memorial, the Castle, the Castle Spa, and the Almásy Mansion. All sites are viewed from the outside.
When and where
Tours run Mondays 16:00–18:00 and Fridays 13:30–15:30. Duration: 120 minutes. Group size: 2–15 people. Departure: in front of the Tourinform office (5700 Gyula, Kossuth Lajos St. 7). Guide: Gábor Bánkuti.
Booking and tickets
Register by 17:00 the day before at the Tourinform office or by phone at +36 66 561 681. Tickets cost $8.30 per person and are available exclusively at the Tourinform office. Upcoming dates include 2026.01.12, 2026.01.16, 2026.01.23, and 2026.01.26, with more to be added. Organizers reserve the right to change the times and program. Call to learn more or add it to your bucket list.
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Pros
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Super affordable at about $8.30 per person, so easy on a family budget
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Family-friendly pace and distance; a two-hour stroll with lots of “look-from-outside” stops means no fussy museum lines for kids
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Hits many highlights in one go—castle, spa, confectionery, mansion—great primer if you’re new to Hungary
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Small groups (2–15) feel personal and less chaotic than big bus tours
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Easy meeting point (Tourinform office) and a clear schedule on Mondays and Fridays
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Good for casual travelers who want a light history fix without committing a full day
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Gyula is a charming thermal-spa town with a legit medieval castle—unique compared to generic city walks elsewhere
- Not all that famous internationally; U.S. tourists may not have Gyula on their radar like Budapest or Eger
Cons
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All sights are exterior-only, so castle/mansion lovers might feel teased rather than satisfied
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Likely Hungarian-led; English availability isn’t stated, so you may need basic Hungarian or to confirm language in advance
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Getting there can be a trek: Gyula is far from Budapest, so plan trains/buses or a car, and schedules may limit flexibility
