District XVII Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Parliament Building
The majestic white-and-red Parliament Building is adorned with half a million precious stones, 40 kilos of gold – and a uniquely Hungarian grandeur.
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.
Buda Castle
This iconic building has been a King's castle, a Queen's folly, a nunnery, a university – and a ruin.
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.
Activities
Budapest: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
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
Our pick of the best District XVII Hotel Deals
Corinthia Budapest
Spa amazing Staff amazing Hotel amazing Breakfast superb Already planning a return
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Continental Hotel Budapest
Good breakfast, good location and transport links. Good staff
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Park Plaza Budapest
Great location
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Budapest Marriott Hotel
Exceptionally warm and helpful staff, excellent breakfast buffet, comfortable room. Needs additional furniture to put away folded clothing especially for longer stays
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
H2 Hotel Budapest
Great breakfast selection and fresh. Staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Radisson Blu Beke Hotel, Budapest
Enjoyed the hotel very much. It is placed at a great location and the staff were really helpful. The room was clean and the amenities were great. Could not ask for a better experience at the hotel in general.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District XVII
District IX
If you're spending time in District IX, check out sights like MVM Dome or Groupama Arena and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hentes utca Tram Stop or Ferencváros Vasútállomás - Málenkij Robot Emlékhely Tram Station.
Kerepesdűlő
While you're in Kerepesdűlő, take in top sights like Arena Plaza Shopping Mall or Eastern Railway Station, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Salgótarjáni utca, temető Tram Stop or Keleti Pályaudvar M Tram Stop.
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.
Népszínház negyed
When in Népszínház negyed and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Eastern Railway Station or Blaha Lujza Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nepszinhaz utca Station or Dologház utca Tram Stop.
Csarnok negyed
When in Csarnok negyed and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Blaha Lujza Square or Corvin Plaza and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rakoczi Square Station or II. János Pál pápa tér M Tram Stop.
