District XVI Travel Guide
Budapest
Visit District XVI
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.
Buda Castle
One of the highlights of the Budapest skyline, this palatial structure also offers interesting galleries and museums.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
Parliament Building
Gaze at the grand building of the democratic government of the people of Hungary and enjoy its reflection in the Danube River.
Hungarian State Opera House
Enjoy an opera or ballet or simply admire the beautiful interior and exterior of this pre-1900 neo-Renaissance architectural masterpiece.
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.
Things to do
Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest
Budapest: City Highlights Sightseeing Cruise
Budapest: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Budapest: 1-Hour Highlights Cruise with Welcome Drink
Buda Castle District Dark History, Legends and Vampire Night Tour
Budapest: Buda Castle District Vampires and Myths Night Tour
Top hotels in District XVI
H2 Hotel Budapest
Excellent location - in District 5, walking distance to many attractions. All staff were friendly and helpful. The Breakfast was amazing - so many options and everything fresh.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Continental Hotel Budapest
Cannot stress how perfect the location is!! The hotel is gorgeous, the breakfast spread was super yummy. Short walk from so many restaurants on Kazinczy Street. But also short walk to the bus links which made it ideal to travel around Budapest.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Corinthia Budapest
This hotel is absolutely beautiful on the outside and in the main areas, lobby, bar, stunning entry! The restaurant and bar are beautiful but very expensive for what is slightly above average food. The location to seeing things in Pest is excellent and the concierge service, namely Kryzstina was ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, Budapest
Great location Friendly staff Fab hotel
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Garantía de hotel, todo perfecto.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Elisabeth Downtown Apartments by FirstHost
Great property with friendly staff. Easy to find and we felt safe
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District XVI
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.
Népszínház negyed
When in Népszínház negyed and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Buda Castle or Eastern Railway Station and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nepszinhaz utca Station or Dologház utca Tram Stop.
District VII.
If you're spending time in District VII., check out sights like Madach Theatre or Kiraly Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Wesselényi utca - Erzsébet körút Tram Stop or Király utca / Erzsébet körút Tram Stop.
Erzsebetvaros
Madach Theatre and Kiraly Street are top sights in Erzsebetvaros, and you should be sure to explore the luxurious spas. Hop aboard the metro at Wesselényi utca - Erzsébet körút Tram Stop or Király utca / Erzsébet körút Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Csarnok negyed
When in Csarnok negyed and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Buda Castle or Blaha Lujza Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rakoczi Square Station or II. János Pál pápa tér M Tram Stop.
Corvin negyed
While visiting Corvin negyed, you might make a stop by sights like Corvin Plaza and Paul Street Boys Monument.
