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.
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.
Buda Castle
This magnificent building is a landmark in the Budapest skyline, as well as being home to a gallery and a museum.
Parliament Building
This impressive building is home to the Hungarian government and is beautifully situated on the banks of the Danube.
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.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
Things to do
Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest
Budapest Danube Cruise with Drink, Audio Guide, Margaret Island
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Budapest Parliament Tour with Audio Guide
Budapest Historical Sightseeing - Free Walking Tour
Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks
Top hotels in Szemlőhegy
H2 Hotel Budapest
Excellent staff. Very helpful. Clean organized rooms.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Budapest Marriott Hotel
The view, the food, the service.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy
It was very clean and looked expensive and I liked the view of the church😁Excellent…
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Continental Hotel Budapest
Lovely hotel, spotlessly clean, great location and staff were so friendly really went out of their way to help us get the most out of our trip would highly recommend!
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
LA HABITACION SIEMPRE ESTABA LIMPIA. NOSOTROS INCLUIMOS EL DESAYUNO, Y ESTABA BIEN VARIADO SIEMPRE. ESCOGIMOS UNA HABITACION CON VISTA AL DANUBIO QUE ESTUVO ESPECTACULAR!
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Park Plaza Budapest
Nice clean hotel in a good location with a lovely view.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 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 Fisherman's Bastion and Fő Utca.
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. Budapest Castle Hill Funicular 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.
