Pecs City Guide

Local food features hearty stews and paprika. The city center and university area have international eateries, and vegetarian or vegan food is more common now. Finding a late meal is usually easy near the university.

The nightlife scene is lively, thanks to lots of students. Most bars and clubs are around Király Street.

Pécs blends Hungarian café tradition with new specialty coffee shops. Good selection near the university and downtown.

Tipping is standard in restaurants and for services, usually 10-15%. If service is included, extra tip is not needed.

Buy SIM cards at major mobile stores like Vodafone, Telekom, or Yettel. Bring your passport for registration. eSIM is becoming more common.

Central Pécs is clean and well-kept. Residential areas can be mixed but are generally tidy.

Some convenience stores and pharmacies stay open late; emergency medical care is always available.

Supermarkets like Tesco, Spar, Lidl, and Aldi cover most needs. Central Market Hall is good for fresh local products. Most stores close early on Sundays.

Most places accept cards, but it's smart to carry some cash for markets or small purchases.

ATMs are easy to find throughout Pécs. Foreign cards work, but check your bank for fees.

The University of Pécs offers courses in English. For younger students, most options are Hungarian-language. International schools are rare here.

Pécs has a small but growing nomad community, mostly linked to the university and local cafés. Major networking events are rare.

Major parks, tree-lined streets, and the Mecsek Hills offer plenty of green space for relaxing or exercise.

Lots of safe places to run, from city parks to scenic trails in the Mecsek Hills.

There are plenty of gyms and fitness clubs across the city, many offering day passes.

Several clubs offer clay or hard court tennis. Drop-ins and rentals possible, mostly book ahead.

Padel is rare, but newer complexes might have courts.

Yoga studios offer a mix of classes. Some instructors speak English, especially in city center studios.

Clubs for judo, karate, taekwondo, and some boxing or BJJ are available. Drop-ins often possible.

Small ski slopes in the Mecsek Hills are for beginners only and rely on snow machines.

Head to Orfű lakes for kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing during summer.

No places for surfing here.

No diving in or near Pécs.

University hospital covers most services and has some English-speaking staff, but private clinics offer better access for expats. Pharmacies are everywhere and stock usual medicines.

Tap water is safe to drink everywhere in the city.

Pécs is easy with kids—there are parks, a zoo, and cafés that welcome families. Supermarkets have baby goods, and most parks are stroller-friendly.

LGBTQ+ travelers are generally accepted, especially in the city center and student areas. Dedicated LGBTQ+ venues are limited.

Pets, especially dogs, are welcome in parks and some cafés. Vets and supply shops are easy to find.