District XVIII Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit District XVIII
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.
Buda Castle
This magnificent building is a landmark in the Budapest skyline, as well as being home to a gallery and a museum.
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.
Parliament Building
This impressive building is home to the Hungarian government and is beautifully situated on the banks of the Danube.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Ride an elevator to the dome of this large church to admire the panoramic views across Budapest and the Danube.
Activities
Budapest Parliament Tour with Audio Guide
Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music
Budapest: Danube Cruise including Drinks
Budapest: Street Art and Underground Movements Walking Tour
Budapest: Lotus Cruise with Unlimited Aperol and Prosecco
Our pick of the best District XVIII Hotel Deals
Eurostars Palazzo Zichy
Room was clean and nicely decorated had problem with the heating but was fixed
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
H2 Hotel Budapest
clean, efficient staff, great location
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
InterContinental Budapest by IHG
Service, Staff
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Maverick Central Market
Great hostel. Good location. Very modern and clean. Staff very nice, helpful, and accommodating. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Park Plaza Budapest
Great room with a view.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Continental Hotel Budapest
Good location. Nice staff. Strangely soft bed.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District XVIII
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.
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.
Óhegy
When in Óhegy and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Koki Terminal or Hungexpo Budapest Fair Center 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 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.
Ferencvaros
Consider a visit to National Theater 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.
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.
