Margaret Island

It's really nice and green. So many beautiful flowers too. And a lot of benches to sit on. Next time I come I'll bring a towel so I could have a picnic on the grass.

A green and beautiful spot in the center of Budapest, offering a variety of self-service transportation options such as bicycles, electric scooters, pickups, and more. There are restaurants, ice cream shops, and more. A perfect place to relax, with a zoo and lush vegetation.

Great place for family and kids. You can easily spend half day there. The island offers a variety of attractions and activities, including gardens, parks. small pet zoo, musical fountains, playgrounds etc. Entrance is free.

A green oasis in the centre of Budapest. You can visit the monument dedicated to Budapest's unification, the singing fountain, a mini zoo, the beautiful green spaces, running tracks, the rose gardens, the baths. A gem if you have the time.

Full of nature, quiet place. It is easy to reach but pretty lengthy walks to get from a place to another. Not a lot of options to eat, and pretty big pices. I really recommend the small zoo on the island, with a free entrace, and the huge rose garden close to it.

Margaret Island (Margitsziget) is one of Budapest’s most enchanting and peaceful escapes—a must-see destination whether you’re visiting the city for the first time or returning for the tenth. Nestled between Buda and Pest on the Danube, this lush, car-free island offers a perfect mix of nature, history, and relaxation right in the middle of the city. You’ll find medieval ruins, tranquil gardens, thermal baths, and even a musical fountain that puts on water-and-light shows throughout the day. A little-known fact: the island is named after Princess Margaret, daughter of King Béla IV, who lived in a Dominican convent on the island in the 13th century. You can still see the ruins of that convent today. The running track that encircles the island is beloved by locals, and it’s one of the most scenic places in Budapest to jog or stroll. There’s also a small Japanese garden, an Art Nouveau water tower, and a mini zoo tucked away in the northern part. Few tourists know that Margaret Island was once reserved for royals only—public access was restricted until the 19th century. Whether you rent a bike, hop on the quirky bringóhintó carts, or simply relax under a tree, Margaret Island offers a refreshing, culture-rich escape from the city’s hustle. It’s a slice of green paradise full of history and hidden gems—don’t miss it!

TBH, this is the best place we visited in Budapest. It has everything for a family to enjoy. We loved the strole among the greenary and the ponds. But it was the dancing fountains at night that captured our heart. Oh, and I had the most delicious Mango Passion Fruit Ice tea ever.

Lovely island on the Danube in Budapest. Nice greenery in a lovely city. Great views back to the Parliament building from the bridge that the island is accessed from. It was especially atmospheric on the day we visited as the fog started to lift.