Kecskemét’s Jewish House is setting the tone for autumn–winter 2025 with a warm invitation to both spiritual seekers and curious locals. From weekly study sessions to a curated guide to nearby stays and bites, the agenda blends community, culture, and comfort in the heart of the “Hírös” city. The hub is at 6000 Kecskemét, Katona József tér 12, with programs rolling out from Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Tea & Torah, Every Tuesday at 4:30 PM
Settle in with a hot drink and a good conversation: Tea & Torah with Rabbi Shalom Ber runs every Tuesday at 4:30 PM at the Hungarian Museum of Photography (Magyar Fotográfiai Múzeum). Join tomorrow—or any Tuesday—for shared learning and lively discussion. The Torah is presented as the best mental nourishment, helping make sense of the world and ourselves. That understanding soothes like a sip of your favorite tea. Everyone’s welcome. Location: Kecskemét.
Upcoming dates include November 4 and November 11, with the series continuing weekly. The organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
Stay the Night: Hotels for Every Mood
Apolló Hotel sits on a quiet downtown street, offering one-, two-, and three-bed rooms—spacious and well equipped. Each has a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and fridge, designed for comfort and downtime.
Aranyhomok Business-City-Wellness Hotel anchors Kecskemét’s main square, surrounded by five churches of different denominations. It’s tailored for events of all sizes and for those who crave a full-package experience right in the city’s historic core.
Bavarian Restaurant and Guesthouse (Bajor Étterem és Vendégház) lies on the edge of town in a calm, accessible setting with 18 double rooms that can be fitted with extra beds. Rooms include a bathroom with shower and WC, color TV, telephone, and air conditioning.
Baroque Antique Guesthouse (Barokk Antik Panzió) serves an elegant, homelike vibe in the picturesque center. Expect clean rooms, friendly staff, a generous buffet breakfast, and free, secure courtyard parking. Every room comes with a minibar, bathroom, TV, and property-wide internet access.
Prefer a splash of drama? One boutique address along the historic main street leans into Renaissance life: wide spaces, imaginative interiors, and painted walls dotted with hidden mythological motifs. Guests are invited to spot the differences between Renaissance and Baroque touches as they unwind in a tranquil, eclectic setting.
If you’re traveling light, there’s also a downtown motel tucked into a quiet side street with one-, two-, and three-bed rooms—all with AC, TV, and private bathrooms.
Fábián Guesthouse (Fábián Panzió) is 650 feet from the Main Square, a Mediterranean-style, family-run guesthouse with 10 stylish modern rooms. Expect AC, shower, hairdryer, flat-screen satellite TV, free Wi‑Fi, and a fridge. Breakfast is hearty—cold platters, yogurts, mueslis, and house specialties—with gluten-free options on request.
Four Points by Sheraton Kecskemét is one of Hungary’s most modern countryside hotels and a fully fledged conference center. It’s built for elegance-meets-business and brings together everything needed for a polished event in one place.
Granada Conference, Wellness and Sport Hotel (Granada Konferencia, Wellness és Sport Hotel) sits a few minutes from downtown and 1.2 miles from the M5 West exit, tucked along a forest edge. Families, business travelers, and conference guests all get tailored attention, from rest and wellness to seamless corporate stays.
Eat, Sip, Repeat: Where to Dine
48 Restaurant & Bar (48 Étterem és Bár) breathes new life into a classic building on Bánk bán Street (Bánk bán utca). The style is eclectic‑loft, the ingredients fresh and high quality, and the focus squarely on flavor and precision from prep to plate.
A friendly family restaurant nearby serves homestyle specialties—and will happily cook a guest’s favorite dish on request.
Inside the Kecskemét Bath complex, a roomy eatery caters to everyone, not just bath-goers. Capacity peaks at 190, with seating for 36 on terraces in good weather and 90 indoors, plus a private room for 60—ideal for family events or meetings. It’s easy to reach, with free parking. Expect weekly changing, tasty, homestyle menus—perfect for quick lunches, birthdays, or relaxed family dinners.
Bistorant Kecskemét, part of a premium hotel, is open to all, promising top-tier ambiance, attentive service, quality ingredients, and plates that draw from tradition while following modern trends. Whether you’re in for a glass of serious wine or a full-on culinary detour, the doors are open.
Bowling Center & Restaurant (Bowling Center & Étterem) doubles as the go-to for events and fun: 10 bowling lanes, 2 billiard tables, and 3 darts machines. The kitchen follows current tastes and can craft custom group offers.
Café Plázs Dessert Boutique pairs standout views with coffee, breakfasts, desserts, and mains. The secret is handpicking top ingredients to land elevated dishes on your table. Go beyond basic: try pulled-pork sandwiches, Neapolitan-style pizza, or fresh vegetarian plates. It’s a smart pick for business lunches and family occasions alike—made better with quality wine, a fresh draft beer, or an elegant cocktail.
Wine lovers can drift through a trendy bar pouring more than 100 Hungarian wines. Sip by the glass with friends, or grab weekly special bottles to go. If hunger hits, the à la carte lineup serves bites crafted to suit the evening and the wine in your glass.
Torchlit Cellar Wine & Grill (Fáklyás Pince Wine & Grill), next to Malom Plaza in the city center, is a reimagined 100-year-old wine restaurant with its own kitchen and culinary identity. The menu leans into Serbian, Croatian, southern Hungarian, Hungarian classic, and Italian flavors—and the cellar stocks close to 100 wines.
Black Stork Restaurant (Fekete Gólya étterem) offers a calm, easy-to-reach location, while the “ancient” Fodor Confectionery (Fodor cukrászda) on one of the oldest streets near the center keeps things pure, producing cakes and sweets without additives—a nod to the founder’s original craft.
Program details may change—check for updates before you go.
