Embassy of Hungary in Vilnius, Lithuania; address Jogailos gatve 4, 01116, Vilnius; phone +37052690038. Head of mission: Mr. János Béres. Plus 1 other…
Head of mission: Mr. János Béres, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Hungary, 1 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Ms. Ilona Jocionisné Mészáros, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Hungary offers a rich tapestry of cultural and natural experiences, making it an appealing destination for Lithuanian travelers. Budapest, known for its luxurious thermal baths and beautiful architecture, showcases a captivating mix of history and modernity. With around 700,000 Lithuanians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Hungary an intriguing option for their travels.
Hungary is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Lithuania. It ranks 16th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, which is better than Lithuania's ranking of 24th. Additionally, Hungary is ranked 14th out of 160 countries in the Global Peace Index, again surpassing Lithuania, which ranks 31st. In terms of crime statistics, Hungary has a lower murder rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people compared to Lithuania's 2.6. This trend continues with female murder rates, where Hungary has 0.5 compared to Lithuania's 1.5. According to the Global Organized Crime Index, Hungary has a lower score for mafia groups (1.0) compared to Lithuania (3.5), indicating a lesser presence of organized crime. However, Hungary scores higher in state crime (7.0) and some other categories, but overall, it remains a safer option for travelers. In summary, tourists from Lithuania can feel relatively safe visiting Hungary, supported by various safety and crime statistics.