Gellért Hill (Gellert-Hegy) Tours
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Gellert Hill (Gellert-hegy) is best known for its panoramic city views, 19th century Citadel, and historic monuments. While the hike up Gellert Hill’s stone steps can be challenging, the sweeping vistas of Budapest and the Danube River from the top are worth the climb.
The Basics
A top Budapest attraction, Gellert Hill is included on most city sightseeing tours. Walking tours typically include a hike up the hill and a stop for photo ops at the Citadel, while some excursions pair a trip to Gellert Hill with must-do activities such as a Danube River cruise. If you’re short on time, skip the hike and choose a citywide sightseeing tour or Tuk-Tuk tour.
Private day trips from nearby cities—including Bratislava and Vienna—typically include Gellert Hill on the Budapest sightseeing itinerary. In spring and summer, bike and Segway tours are ideal for exploring Gellert and soaking up the fantastic weather.
Things to Know Before You Go
- A Danube River cruise offers a different perspective of Gellert Hill and the imposing Citadel.
- The hill is a popular picnic spot—bring wine and cheese to enjoy a lunch or dinner with panoramic views.
- If you plan to climb the steps, wear comfortable shoes for the steady ascent.
How to Get There
For the most scenic route, take the tram to the Rudas Gyógyfürdő stop, and hike the stone stairway up the hill. Travelers that want to minimize walking can take the metro to the bus. From the Pest side of the city, hop on the M4 metro line to Móricz Zsigmond körtér. From there, take the 27 bus up Gellert Hill.
When to Get There
Though the hike up Gellert Hill may be peaceful, the Citadel tends to be busy throughout the year. To avoid crowds, plan to visit after dinner and take in views of Budapest's city lights sparkling across the river. This outdoor attraction is most enjoyable in pleasant weather—plan to arrive in spring or fall for warm days and pleasantly cool evenings, without the summer crowds.
Budapest's Famous Thermal Baths
At the foot of the wooded slopes of Gellert Hill, a renowned spa offers the chance to soak in Budapest's famously rejuvenating thermal waters. The art nouveau Gellert Thermal Bath is part of the historic Gellert Hotel. Here you can marvel at ornate mosaics while relaxing in the pools, steam baths, and saunas.
Address: Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary
Admission: Free
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Dinner & Cruise on the Danube in Budapest
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Budapest Hungarian Parliament Visit and City Sightseeing Tour
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If you are more than 4 people, I can arrange larger vehicle fitting to the number of people in the group. In this case please contact me so I can give you a quote for the booking of larger vehicle.
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She said 'Yes!' in Budapest - A Special Proposal Program
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Extra services: Photo/Video of the event, Background music
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Book a private Budapest city tour with a personal tour guide, travel in comfort and relax
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The route of the Private full day city tour in Budapest 8 hours can be totally tailor-made according to your wishes!
Private pick up and drop off from your hotel in Budapest.
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‘Top of Buda’ Small Group Tour with E-Mountain Bikes
With our Brand-New Electric Mountain Bikes, it’s a piece of cake to get to the top of the Citadel and the Castle Hill district, allowing you to enjoy and take in the highest points in the city with the best panoramic views!
Located conveniently near Liberty Bridge, we start our tour with a small introduction to your E-Mountain Bikes by your local bike guide, and then take off in a small group on an adventure to discover the top attractions of the Buda side. Let your bike do all of the work as we cross Liberty Bridge and head up Gellert Hill, on the way checking out the Great Market Hall, Gellert Hotel & Spa and the Chapel Cave built into the hill.
Once you reach the top of Gellert Hill, you will experience amazing panoramic views whilst taking in the history of the Citadel Fortress, a World Heritage Site which played a very important defensive role for Budapest throughout history. Next we ride onto Castle Hill through the Old Residential area of Taban, which boasts some of the most beautiful parks in Budapest, needless to say with the best views of Budapest.
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70 minutes romantic boat cruise on Valentine's day in Budapest
enjoy the romantic mood on our boat
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cakes and bottle of champagne is included
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