Szemlő-hegyi Cave in Budapest
About
Nestled within Budapest, Szemlő-hegyi Cave stands as a captivating natural attraction, ideal for a quick yet enriching 1-2 hour visit. Rated an impressive 4.8 on Google, this easily accessible park offers a perfect family outing with a special focus on children. The cave showcases stunning natural limestone formations, intricately enhanced by calcium-based minerals, and boasts unique popcorn formations sculpted by thermal waters.
Guided tours, available in English and lasting about 40 minutes, are both informative and engaging, providing fascinating insights into the cave's geological wonders. At around 7.5 € per person, the tour is a great value, ensuring memorable experiences led by knowledgeable and friendly volunteer guides.
Convenient to reach by public bus with stops nearby, Szemlő-hegyi Cave also offers amenities like a cozy souvenir shop with budget-friendly items. Audio guides in multiple languages cater to non-Hungarian speakers, making it an inclusive and educational destination for all.
Recommended visit time
1-2 hours
Features
Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for children
How to get here?
The nearest public transport options for your convenience.
Reviews and Ratings
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Decent little cave. Most everything looks pretty similar but it was fun to check out. Tour was only in Hungarian but there was an app that explained everything in English.

Szuper!

Érdekes, könnyed séta a föld alatt 😃 Jó vezetéssel. Nyáron melegben kifejezetten jól esik egy kis hűs időtöltés. Egy pulóver nem árt ha van kéznél.
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