The Botanical Garden and Museum was established in 1544 as the first university botanical garden in Europe. The garden is divided into sections that contain the botanical school, gardens, ponds, greenhouses and various buildings. Major collections include herb gardens and arboreta, as well as the old botany institute of late 16th century, with a façade ornamented with sea-shells.

When coming by car you can approach Eger easily, fast, on good quality roads. Arriving from motorway M3 ( toll must be paid) The main „entrance” to the town is from the South, from motorway M3. When coming from this direction either from Budapest or Nyíregyháza direction, leave the motorway at M25 cross. M25 connecting Eger directly with motorway M3. Arriving from road 3 (toll free) Main road 3 runs paralles with motorway M3, which can be used toll free. When coming from the direction of Budapest, leave road 3 in Kerecsend village to road 25 which goes straight to the city of Eger. In case you come from the direction of Miskolc, leave main road 3 at Mezőkövesd town. From here road signs show the way to Eger. Arriving from the direction of Slovakia (toll free road) When coming from the North, from the direction of Slovakia, take main road 25. It takes you from the Slovakian border to the centre of Eger, which is 55 kms from the border. Main road 25 runs across the Bükk mountains which is one of the nicest regions of Hungary. The road is of good quality, easy to drive, however, it is winding.

This magnificent 17th century mansion was built on the site of an original Medieval Castle and offers spectacular views over the city. Within the walls is a vibrant museum and art galleries, hosting both national and international artists. Guided tours of the caves beneath the Castle are also available where you can discover King David’s dungeon, the Duke of Newcastle’s Wine Cellar and Mortimer’s Hole.

Artestruz is an education centre situated at an ostrich farm, where you get the chance to feed, pet, and even ride an ostrich. With a reservation, you can also barbecue a giant egg, some meat, or other delicacies. Ostriches are extremely curious and fun – so come visit them and learn all about their spectacular world!