Neighbourhood guide · Budapest, Hungary
Margaret Island
A long, green island in the middle of the Danube: gardens, ruins, a running track, the musical fountain and the Palatinus pools, with leafy Újlipótváros nearby.
About Margaret Island
Margaret Island stretches for about two and a half kilometres between Margaret Bridge and Árpád Bridge. It is almost car-free, with gardens, shady paths, the ruins of a medieval convent and a popular running track.
In summer, the Palatinus pools and the musical fountain draw crowds. On the Pest side, the leafy residential district of Újlipótváros has relaxed cafés and restaurants.
Where Margaret Island is
Our 12 places in Margaret Island
Cafés in Margaret Island
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Neighbourhood favourite
My Green Cup
A bright neighbourhood coffee shop in Újlipótváros, popular for its specialty coffee and relaxed atmosphere.
Thermal baths in Margaret Island
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Summer on the island
Palatinus Strand
The big open-air pool complex on Margaret Island, with thermal and swimming pools, a wave pool and slides in summer.
Fitness + Pools in Margaret Island
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Olympic pools on the island
Hajós Alfréd Swimming Pool
The national swimming complex on Margaret Island, named after Hungary’s first Olympic champion.
Sights in Margaret Island
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A park in the river
Margaret Island
A green island park in the middle of the Danube, with a running track, a musical fountain, gardens and medieval ruins.
Parks in Margaret Island
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A park in the river
Margaret Island
A green island park in the middle of the Danube, with a running track, a musical fountain, gardens and medieval ruins.
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The back story
Margaret Island: the green heart of the Danube
A car-free island of gardens, ruins, a musical fountain and a running track, between Buda and Pest.
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Summer on the island
Palatinus Strand
The big open-air pool complex on Margaret Island, with thermal and swimming pools, a wave pool and slides in summer.
See the full list: The Best Parks, Islands & Hills in Budapest
Culture in Margaret Island
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Live jazz nightly
Budapest Jazz Club
A long-running jazz club near Margaret Bridge, with concerts most nights.
Hollán Ernő utca 7Explore View on map
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Play every machine
Pinball Museum
A huge, playable collection of pinball and arcade machines.
Radnóti Miklós utca 18Explore View on map
See the full list: The Best of Culture in Budapest: Music, Theatre & Museums
Shopping in Margaret Island
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Neighbourhood bookshop
BookUp
A friendly bookshop on Pozsonyi út in Újlipótváros.
Pozsonyi út 23Explore View on map
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A colourful market hall
Lehel Market
A colourful, postmodern market hall north of the centre, with local produce and food stalls.
Váci út 9-15Explore View on map
Nightlife in Margaret Island
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Live jazz nightly
Budapest Jazz Club
A long-running jazz club near Margaret Bridge, with concerts most nights.
Hollán Ernő utca 7Explore View on map
