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Gellért Hill

Tourist attraction Nature preserve

One of the Most Reviewed Nature preserves in Budapest


Address

Budapest, Citadella stny. 350, 1118 Hungary

Website

m.budapestinfo.hu

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (35.8K reviews)

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  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: (Good Friday), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
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  • Sunday: (Easter), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
  • Monday: (Easter Monday), Open 24 hours, Hours might differ
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  • 5/5 Katalin Z. 2 years ago on Google
    Stunning view from the comfortable walkways. Only if the roads and stairs were a little better maintained. Have your comfy walking shoes on!
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dima P. 2 years ago on Google
    Must to visit place in Budapest. It is big hill with plenty of paths and astonishing city view. Recommend to visit. I think better way to get there is from the south side of the city just from the street, it will me much easier. Going up from the river side is though, paths are going up and up, you could be tired.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 coen w. 8 months ago on Google
    Great view, good accessibility to bad they were renovating the castle so only enjoyed the view. The walk up was a hefty one but a good exercise.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Miles M. 1 year ago on Google
    A lovely recreational space, the hill has a network of paths. I recommend making a circular walk and ascending past the Waterfall on the North side, then coming back down past the Gellért Thermal Baths on the South side. Great views from viewpoints near the top of the Hill, if you've already seen the Pest side it's fun picking out all the places you've been like City Park and St Stephen's Basilica. On the South side near the Gellért Baths is a large children's play area. A good way to spend a morning on this hill.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 NARI S. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is the best observatory. It's a great place to go during the day or at night and you won't regret it. On days when the weather isn't good, it shines. I saw the lightning fall, but I was scared, so I looked up and came down. I used public transportation, but when I use it at night, the intervals between buses vary, so be careful. (Original) 최고의 전망대이다. 낮에가도 밤에가도 아주 멋지고 후회하지않을 장소이다. 날씨가 좋지않은 날엔 올라가는거 비추. 벼락떨어지는거 봤는데 무서워서 후다닥보고 내려왔다. 대중교통 이용했는데 밤에 이용할때 버스배차간격이 오락가락하니 주의해야한다.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zsidó Z. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful in all seasons, worth seeing all your faces. It is easy to get up from St. Gellert Square in 20 minutes to the Statue of Liberty. From here you can take photos of the Danube skyline, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (Original) Gyönyörű minden évszakban, érdemes megnezni az összes arcát. Könnyű feljutni a Szent Gellért térről 20 perc alatt fel lehet érni a szabadság szoborhoz. Innen fotózható a Dunai látkép ami az UNESCO világörökség része.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yoshi 1 year ago on Google
    If you can hike maybe 30 min, this is must go place in Budapest. You will have a magnificent view! There are many benches where you can sit. For kids, there are some playgrounds. In March and April, there are some cherry blossoms and it's so beautiful. There are two entrances, one near Buda castle and one near the bridge.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Anthony H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great views on the way up but it's all closed for construction. No signage until you reach the top. Rubbish everywhere, no maintenance. Don't come here thinking you can get to the top.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brian S. 5 years ago on Google
    It’s really beautiful night scenery in Budapest.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Anshulika C. 5 months ago on Google
    We visited this place during our recent trip to Budapest. This hill is just next to the famous Gellert thermal bath. We started hill ascending after our visit to the thermal bath. The trek has natural beauty and we halted at a garden area on the hill top. The area can be improved with more information. Since there are no signages to guide the tourist and help follow the right path. We were not sure where to visit and what to see. We were on our own 😌. I beleive there is natural beauty but it can be improved by adding information to tourist along the path. It's ok to visit but not great .
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Orestis -. 7 months ago on Google
    GELLERT HILL Gellert Hill is a 235-meter-high hill that overlooks the Danube River. The hill derived its name from Saint Gerard, who was thrown to his death from its heights. At the hill's base, adjacent to the Liberty Bridge, you'll find the Hotel Gellert and the Gellert Baths. The Gellert Hill Cave is also situated nearby. On the opposite side, where the Elisabeth Bridge leads, there is a captivating waterfall, and further up, the statue of Bishop Szent Gellert stands at an elevation of approximately 40 meters. At the hill's summit stands the Citadella, offering a splendid panoramic view of the city. Additionally, the Liberty Statue graces the same area. The hill, somewhat steep from the Danube side, is crisscrossed with paths and stairs that can lead you all the way to the Citadella. Unfortunately, during our visit to the area, we came to the well but didn't drink, as both the fortress and the Liberty Statue were closed for maintenance.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Conor 2 years ago on Google
    It is a lovely climb to wake yourself up after the baths. The only bad thing was the citadel is closed. Doesn’t ruin the walk but would of been the cherry on top. Some lovely points for you to stop and take photos. Not to hard but you may need a few stops.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Balkrishna S. 5 months ago on Google
    Gellert Hill is located on 770 feet high hill above Danube in Buda. It is named after Bishop Gellert who was invited by King St. Stephen to convert Hungarians into Christianity, but unfortunately he was thrown down the hill by protesting Hungarians. There are many historical monuments on the hill like The Citadel, Statue of Liberty, Cave Church, and Gellert Thermal Baths. However the best thing for a common tourist is the awesome photo opportunity specially in the night when one can see the beautifully lit town and Danube below. One can reach up by by tram no. 41, 47, 49, and by bus no. 7, 86. Not to missed when in Budapest !!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Silvia S. 2 years ago on Google
    with no indication that it was under construction, it was a disappointment to go up to find everything sealed. But the views are fantastic
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Roy M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great little hike in the green area, this big park is very nice and the view is amazing. The statues at the top are not accessible as of this time.. but the view is still worth it. When it gets dark you can see the city enlightened, the bridges and the river 🙂
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ronny D. 1 year ago on Google
    This hill is a must when visiting Budapest. Go there late in the afternoon and wait for the sunset and the night lights of the city. Absolutely beautiful! Very romantic and picturesque place. The walk up can be a bit of a challenge so prepare with comfortable shoes and water to stay hydrated during the hotter days. The Citadel was closed when we visited and unfortunately we couldn't see it, but the park was worth every step up.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 David H. 1 year ago on Google
    This attraction is under renovation or construction and was closed at the top. It also made it challenging to get down because the path i wanted to take was closed.

  • 5/5 Albert V. 9 months ago on Google
    Beautiful place! 15 minutes uphill and several entrances and exits. At the moment it is under renovation. But even so you can enjoy the view. Go to the bathroom before and take plenty of water. Because between July and August the weather is very hot.

  • 5/5 Sharon H. 9 months ago on Google
    A couple of minutes from the coach, we had a panoramic view of Pest from Buda. Stunning at night.

  • 5/5 Lalos S. 1 year ago on Google
    Get ready for a lot and a lot of stair climbing. It's worth it though. There are resting spots and places to sit through the route. There are a lot of people walking so be patient.

  • 5/5 Marcus 1 year ago on Google
    The hill is closed off for renovation for reference. It's quite overgrown, visited years ago and it was more well maintained. Still the best view of the city and Danube. Walk up is steep for reference so expect a sweat on 😜

  • 5/5 Filip S. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice View

  • 5/5 אלעד �. 10 months ago on Google
    Very beautiful! One of the best attractions in Budapest (also free). Recommend to go with taxi to top of the hill and than go down by foot.

  • 5/5 Natalie C. 10 months ago on Google
    Climb to the top was challenging, but I am old and slightly unfit. Was so worth it for the view though. Walked up to see the sculpture but was surrounded by fencing and people were doing restoration work. A lot of the old buildings were closed for restoration which was a bit disappointing.

  • 4/5 sami g. 1 year ago on Google
    Wide natural area within trees and plants on a high hill , it is nice to wander there to enjoy nature and an amazing view on the city of Budapest , more lovely at night so it is more bright and less hot , you may spend one to two hours around and many ways to access up and down to the main street close to the river side .

  • 4/5 Valfreya G. 1 year ago on Google
    To be completely fair, the hill was covered in garbage. You can really tell where the homeless people have been sleeping. It was a both sad and wonderful experience. A great climb! I even thought the three little grandpas that were trying to swindle tourists out of their money to have their charm. “THIS ONE THIS.” The view was amazing, but we were plagued by a lot of small flies.

  • 4/5 Petko C. 9 months ago on Google
    Nice hill with a view. A bad impression was the amount of garbage around the park.

  • 5/5 Aleks B. 9 months ago on Google
    This is my favourite spot in Budapest. Plenty of space to walk and there is a bit of a hike up and down, but it's worthy. Amazing views from the top, especially in the evening and at night. Unfortunately, some parts of the Citadella were closed, so we were not able to visit but enjoyed everything around that.

  • 5/5 Paresh N. 9 months ago on Google
    This place gives the best Budapest Skyline view. It’s a good walk / hike to the top but it’s worth it. The hill is covered with trees and beautiful flowers. There are bins at places, so you can make a picnic halt if you want. There are 2 views from the top one on either end of the river.

  • 4/5 Zezima 8 months ago on Google
    Always.stunningly beautiful. On small paths with stairs, it's a very cool view. In the centre of the city, accessible from almost all directions from Pest and Buda by many types of public transport. There are also benches on the walking paths, unfortunately in a very degraded state. They are in need of repair. There is a lot of rubbish everywhere. Despite these, the views are stunning.

  • 3/5 Bartek D. 7 months ago on Google
    View is outstanding but all around are renovation works. In season. Also trees are not cut so only in two points you see panorama of city

  • 2/5 Such Is L. 3 months ago on Google New
    Pros: amazing view, good walk, great location, good natural environment. Cons: neglected, uncared, no toilet, no buffet, no signs to help, no lift, (elevator, bus, tour) to go up. Some parts have no lamps, so it is also dark! The very top is closed for renovation! Nobody cleans the snow can be slippery!

  • 4/5 Philipp G. 3 months ago on Google New
    The German Wanderschritt is the other's running tempo. That's why going up there took more time than it should have. As we arrived at the top, an amazing view was witing for us. The Statue is a construction site at the moment sadly, tho

  • 5/5 Adrian R. 3 months ago on Google New
    One of the most beautiful and impressive views of Budapest, be it day or night. A must see in my opinion. The city lights are too/have to be admired from this spot. Very picturesque view of the town and Danube.

  • 5/5 Klaudia T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It was a very nice place and it was very good to be in nature a bit so in the middle of the city. The view was very nice on the way as well, but of course it was the most spectacular above the lookout. Very calm. (Original) Nagyon szép hely és nagyon jó volt egy kicsit a természetben lenni így a város közepén. Nagyon szép volt a kilátás út közben is, de természetesen fent a kilátónál volt a leglátványosabb. Nagyon nyugis.

  • 4/5 Eram D. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place.The view from the top of the hill is amazing. Be aware. The citadel and Monument area is closed for refurbishment.

  • 5/5 Lina F. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice View over Budapest. Easy to Walk. Just know that the zitadelle is closed until 2023.

  • 5/5 David M. 2 years ago on Google
    All around best view over the capital. Easy to reach, but there are also some challenging pathways. If you there for tripping.

  • 3/5 Devashish J. 2 years ago on Google
    Good spot to click some pictures of sunset. Bad part is the monument at top was closed. So the best spots for picture are closed. Other spots are okayish. I got some by going into some dangerous spots near the fences.

  • 5/5 Septimiu B. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice view with the city, nice people too.

  • 5/5 Cuan H. 2 years ago on Google
    A lovely, easy walk up the hill with views worth the work (you can push and make it a quick workout or slow down and take it all in) the paths are in good condition and it's fairly accessible with stairs.

  • 5/5 Stefan Vieregg M. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice park and way up to the monument for freedom. It is a steep path up to the statue which is under reconstruction at the moment. The way ends in front of the construction fence. See nearly 75 % of Budapest from the top.

  • 5/5 Mackebit 5 years ago on Google
    The best night view of Budapest is here.

  • 5/5 Balázs IT SYS B. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful

  • 5/5 Wiwin G. 6 years ago on Google
    Beautiful view...👍

  • 3/5 Dima R. 3 years ago on Google
    To

  • 5/5 TravisGlenn X. 1 year ago on Google
    Outstanding park with outstanding views. The trails are well graded (not too steep) and the ascent to the top is pretty easy. There are a number of route options, so get creative. Currently (late 2022) there is construction in various spots, but you can work around them and still take in the expansive views of Buda and Pest.

  • 4/5 Michael H. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely location and great views of the bridge from Gellerts monument.

  • 4/5 Andrea K. 2 years ago on Google
    Pretty view, long walk and in the night Time is not too touristy. They have a big renovation around the place, so you are not able to go close to the statue now, but the view is worth IT!

  • 5/5 rabby m. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice surprise. We went up to the Liberty Statue. Sadly it was closed so we decided to go down thru the river's side. That was the best choice we could do. The views are impressive and the atmosphere is fantastic, walking thru a real forest painted with beautiful autumn colours. Totally recommended.

  • 5/5 Dr. Devanshu g. 2 years ago on Google
    A very good view of entire budapest and has a long walk

  • 5/5 Venu 1 year ago on Google
    Short trek to the top of the hill. The view from the top is awesome. One can get panoramic view of the entire Budapest. The white bridge looks great while climbing. The road, pathway is clean and easy to climb. Best time is to go in the evening so that we can enjoy day view, stay there for sometime and enjoy night view of the city when the lights are on.

  • 5/5 Nikhil A. 1 year ago on Google
    A lovely climb to the top for one of the most gorgeous views of Pest side. The liberty monument was closed for renovation during my visit. Lot of view points on the way and at the top. Must visit.

  • 5/5 Klara 1 year ago on Google
    The best place to enjoy the Budapest Panorama! My favorite place in this beautiful city! There are plenty of hiking trails that are accesible to majority of people- even on a wheelchair if pushed by an assistant. The hike might be challenging, especially on a hot day, so I recommend going there in the morning or at night!

  • 5/5 Csaba C. 2 years ago on Google
    You can have a very nice view over the city.

  • 5/5 rodica k. 1 year ago on Google
    Spectacular view Budapest , Danube !

  • 5/5 Mr B. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice view

  • 5/5 mary g. 2 years ago on Google
    A little bit tiring if you’re not in a good shape but the view is amazing. You shouldn’t miss it! (Bring water with you)


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  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • ✓️ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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