Sopron

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Esterhazy Palace featuring a fountain, a castle and heritage architecture
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Sopron showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Esterhazy Palace featuring chateau or palace, heritage architecture and a park

Come to a charming town near the Austrian border to discover more than 200 heritage-listed buildings.

Sopron is one of the loveliest towns in Western Hungary. The town is set within one of Hungary’s main wine producing regions and still retains its medieval layout. Wander along cobbled streets, discovering ancient churches and other architectural wonders. Learn about the town’s heritage at museums and galleries and then enjoy Hungarian specialty dishes and Sopron’s famous wine in a restaurant or café.

It’s impossible to miss the tower of the Goat ChurchOpens in a new window dominating the town’s main square. Notice the stone goat held by an angel on the church’s top pillar, a reference to the legend that this church was built with treasure unearthed by a goat. Admire the church’s Gothic exterior and step inside to see its Baroque interior, including a striking red-marble pulpit. Find the Chapter Hall to see faded frescoes as well as haunting stone carvings of animals with human heads, representing the sins of humanity.

Find the ornate Firewatch TowerOpens in a new window nearby to marvel at its wide range of architectural styles. Its 12th-century base is constructed on a former Roman gate, the middle cylinder and balcony date back to the 16th century, while the spire is a 17th-century addition. Climb up the tower’s narrow spiral staircase for magnificent views of the town.

Head to Új utca (New Street) to see the Old Synagogue, which was built in the 14th century. Look for a reconstructed mikvah (ritual bath) in the synagogue’s courtyard. Browse the interesting collection of Roman and Celtic artefacts and antique furniture exhibited in Fabricius House.

Head to the south shore of Lake Neusiedl, east of Sopron, to visit Esterházy PalaceOpens in a new window, a beautiful palace sometimes called the "Hungarian Versailles." Explore some of the 126 rooms of Hungary's finest Rococo building, including the banquet room which features a ceiling painting of Apollo in his chariot.

Fly to ViennaOpens in a new window or BudapestOpens in a new window and travel to Sopron by train. The train station is located within easy walking distance of the city centre.

Discover the many cultural treasures of this enchanting town.

Hotel Sopron

Hotel Sopron

4 out of 5
Fövenyverem utca 7, Sopron
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sopron. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bakery Museum and House of the Two ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (118 reviews)
"Great hotel. Amazing view of Mountains. Nice setup. Only thing was the shower wasn't working properly in my room."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Hotel Sopron
Pannonia Hotel

Pannonia Hotel

3 out of 5
Várkerület 75, Sopron
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Sopron. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Scarbantia Forum and Neológ Synagogue are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (327 reviews)
"Refurbished old hotel with character in the best possible location in town - right downtown, and all the sights and restaurants are within walking distance."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Pannonia Hotel
Hotel Lövér Sopron

Hotel Lövér Sopron

2.5 out of 5
Várisi út 4, Sopron
The price is RM568 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
RM568
RM617 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sopron. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Károly Lookout and Petofi Theatre ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (93 reviews)
"Just two nights stay, but all was OK. Breakfasy and dinner bufet with many variates."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Hotel Lövér Sopron
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Villa Mimi

Villa Mimi

3 out of 5
Honvéd út 5., Sopron
Stay at this 3-star villa in Sopron. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Petofi Theatre and Károly Lookout are located nearby.
Villa Mimi
Apart Hotel Neudörfl

Apart Hotel Neudörfl

2.5 out of 5
Kranawettgasse 23, Neudoerfl, Burgenland
Stay at this aparthotel in Neudoerfl. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and housekeeping. Popular attractions New Monastery and Water Tower are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
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Reviewed on 14 May 2025

Apart Hotel Neudörfl
Wachahof

Wachahof

3 out of 5
Kohlreuth 22, Edlitz
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Edlitz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Skigebiet Warth Schrocken and Holzerpark are located ...
Wachahof
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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