District XVII Travel Guide
Budapest
Visit District XVII
Popular places to visit
Margaret Island
Explore the great outdoors at Margaret Island, a popular spot to commune with nature in Budapest. Visit 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.
Parliament Building
Gaze at the grand building of the democratic government of the people of Hungary and enjoy its reflection in the Danube River.
Buda Castle
One of the highlights of the Budapest skyline, this palatial structure also offers interesting galleries and museums.
Budapest Christmas Market
You can take time to visit Budapest Christmas Market during your travels to Budapest. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and churches.
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
Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest
Budapest: City Highlights Sightseeing Cruise
Buda Castle District Dark History, Legends and Vampire Night Tour
Budapest: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Budapest: Unlimited Prosecco, Beer and Aperol Spritz Cruise
Budapest Danube Cruise with Drink, Audio Guide, Margaret Island
Top hotels in District XVII
Continental Hotel Budapest
Superb location, great staff, service and facilities.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
H2 Hotel Budapest
From arriving at the hotel I knew that I had chosen a great one! The location was great, within walking distances to most sites and close to metro or bus routes! The hotel was very clean and tidy, and the room was spotless. I was away for my birthday and the staff had noticed this and they had gone ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Corinthia Budapest
Beautiful hotel, nice pool, really good breakfast buffet!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Park Plaza Budapest
Beautiful and comfortable room. Although the room was a bit dirty initially going in I really enjoyed the stay and would definitely go back there.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy
No problems at all, also great location!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Clean room great staff
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District XVII
Kobanya
Kobanya is a destination travellers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at Kada utca / Maglódi út Tram Stop or Kocka utca Tram Stop to explore sights like Hungexpo Budapest Fair Center.
District X
If you're spending time in District X, check out sights like Hungexpo Budapest Fair Center or Kozma Street Cemetery and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kada utca / Maglódi út Tram Stop or Kocka utca Tram Stop.
Óhegy
When in Óhegy and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Hungexpo Budapest Fair Center or Koki Terminal and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kőbánya alsó Vasútállomás (Kápolna utca) Tram Station or Kápolna utca Tram Stop.
District IX
If you're spending time in District IX, check out sights like MVM Dome or Balna Budapest and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hentes utca Tram Stop or Ferencváros Vasútállomás - Málenkij Robot Emlékhely Tram Station.
Jozsefvaros
Enjoy the popular shops in Jozsefvaros. Arena Plaza Shopping Mall is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Orczy tér (Baross utca) Tram Stop or Orczy tér Tram Stop to see more of Budapest.
Ferencvaros
Consider a visit to Danube River and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Ferencvaros. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Haller utca / Mester utca Tram Stop or Ferencvárosi rendelőintézet Tram Station.
