Hungary in October

Europe Updated 2026-07-01

Autumn colour on the Buda hills and comfortable, cheap city days.

Is October a good time to visit Hungary?

October sits mid-range in Hungary — around 62/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

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Hungary: tours and tickets in Budapest, from our booking partner.

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Danube Evening Cruise

4.4(2196)1h

from€25

Free Walking Tour of Budapest

4.8(7510)2h30

Buda Castle Free Walking Tour

4.7(2060)2h30

Jewish Quarter Free Tour

4.7(1415)2h15

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Széchenyi Spa Tickets

4.2(862)24h

from€46

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Danube River Cruise + Drinks

4.4(799)1h10

from€16

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What closes and what fills up in October

National Day (23 October)

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Budapest Opera House Guided Tour

4.2(4147)1h

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Budapest Guided Tour + Parliament

How October compares across the year

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Frequently asked questions

Is October a good month to visit Hungary?

October sits mid-range in Hungary — around 62/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.

How busy is Hungary in October?

Averaged across the destinations we track, Hungary sits near 62/100 in October. The calmest of them is Budapest.

What is the weather like in Hungary in October?

Expect average highs near 16°C and lows near 8°C, with roughly 6 wet days — though Hungary varies by region.

Other months in Hungary

Jan 38 Feb 38 Mar 48 Apr 60 May 70 Jun 78 Jul 82 Aug 84 Sep 72 Oct 62 Nov 46 Dec 62

Hungary Best places to visit in October