Szemlőhegy
Budapest
Visit Szemlőhegy
Popular places to visit
Margaret Island
Explore the great outdoors at Margaret Island, a popular spot to commune with nature in Budapest. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Parliament Building
This impressive building is home to the Hungarian government and is beautifully situated on the banks of the Danube.
Buda Castle
This magnificent building is a landmark in the Budapest skyline, as well as being home to a gallery and a museum.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
Gellért Thermal Bath
Soothe your aching joints in Budapest’s famous mineral hot springs housed in an impressive building where you can also enjoy a range of spa treatments.
Széchenyi Thermal Bath
Relish the remarkable experience of a bath party and relax in one of the 18 pools of Budapest’s famous hot spring water.
Things to do
Budapest: City Highlights Sightseeing Cruise
Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest
Budapest: 1-Hour Highlights Cruise with Welcome Drink
Budapest Danube Cruise with Drink, Audio Guide
Budapest: Unlimited Prosecco, Beer and Aperol Spritz Cruise
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Top hotels in Szemlőhegy
Continental Hotel Budapest
Beautiful hotel, nice room, comfortable bed. Good location for exploring.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Corinthia Budapest
Beautiful hotel, with the best looking indoors pool you will ever see
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Budapest Marriott Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
H2 Hotel Budapest
The location was excellent! However, the breakfast buffet left something to be desired—we only ate there once. Please note that we visited in April and the building’s air conditioning was not yet turned on, so our room was quite warm. Even with the window open, it didn’t help much and it was very ...
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Park Plaza Budapest
Very friendly and helpful staff throughout. Allowed me to leave my bag early at 1000 so I could explore before I checked in officially at 1500. Room is a bit dated decor wise and there’s some damaged walls but other than that it’s nice. Plenty of plug sockets for charging. TV with BBC News. Would ...
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Three Corners Downtown Hotel
n/a
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Szemlőhegy
Víziváros
If you're spending time in Víziváros, check out sights like Fő Utca or Fisherman's Bastion and hop on the metro to see more the city at Batthyany Place Station or Halász utca Tram Stop.
Castle Hill
Travelers love Castle Hill for its stunning river views, and you can see more of Budapest by jumping on the metro at Halász utca Tram Stop or Batthyany Place Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion.
Ujlipotvaros
Spend some time visiting places like WestEnd City Center while getting to know Ujlipotvaros, and be sure to check out the relaxing spas. You can hop aboard the metro at Dozsa Gyorgy Street Station or Dévai utca Tram Stop to see more of the area.
Lipotvaros
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Lipotvaros. Check out top attractions like Danube Palace and Szechenyi Istvan Square, and jump on the metro at Széchenyi István tér Tram Stop or Kossuth Lajos ter Station to see more of the city.
Budavár
Enjoy the stunning river views in Budavár. Buda Castle is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Krisztina tér Tram Stop or Dózsa György tér Tram Stop to see more of Budapest.
Belváros - Lipótváros
Known for its fantastic nightlife and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Belváros - Lipótváros. Check out top attractions like St. Stephen's Basilica and Danube Palace, and jump on the metro at Deak Ferenc ter Station or Vorosmarty Square Station to see more of the city.
