Hamvas Béla Promenade, Óbuda - century-old plane trees by the Danube
One of Budapest's loveliest tree-lined walks can be found in Óbuda, near the historic residential buildings of the former Gasworks estate. Around 100 plane trees, many of them more than a century old, form an impressive leafy canopy along the Danube, making this an especially pleasant spot for a summer stroll. The promenade is named after Béla Hamvas, one of the notable figures of 20th-century Hungarian philosophy and intellectual life, who lived in Óbuda for several years from the late 1930s.
Szilágyi Erzsébet Avenue, Districts II and XII - hundreds of trees along Buda’s natural wind corridor
We usually pass Szilágyi Erzsébet Avenue on the way somewhere else, but this iconic tree-lined stretch of Buda is worth a closer look. Named after King Matthias Corvinus's mother, Erzsébet Szilágyi, who once leased a farm in the area near today's Szépilona tram depot, the avenue has several pleasant sections and plenty of good spots nearby. Its 628 trees have a tough job, though: the avenue sits in a strong natural wind corridor, adding another challenge to life in an already demanding urban environment. In recent years, extensive pruning has helped protect the ageing trees so they can continue providing much-needed greenery and shade.
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Tóth Árpád Promenade, Buda Castle - cherry trees and panoramic views
With sweeping views over Buda and Japanese cherry trees bursting into pale pink blossom each spring, Tóth Árpád Promenade is easily one of the city's most picturesque spots. It's also home to Buda's oldest tree-lined avenue: the first trees were planted here in 1720, before the area was officially transformed into a promenade between 1934 and 1936 to mark the 250th anniversary of the recapture of Buda.
Városligeti Avenue - chestnut trees and beautiful villas
Planted around 1810, City Park Avenue is just as remarkable for the architecture that surrounds it as for its leafy canopy, with beautiful villas and historic public buildings lining the street. Its ageing chestnut trees have had to contend with the familiar challenges of city life, from air pollution and asphalt to changes in ground level. In 2006, Főkert planted 170 young chestnut trees along the avenue, ensuring that future generations will hopefully be able to walk beneath an equally impressive canopy.
Olof Palme and Kós Károly Promenades - century-old trees in City Park
City Park's leafy promenades are among Budapest's oldest green retreats, with some trees standing here for more than a century. Olof Palme Promenade feels surprisingly peaceful even with the occasional trolleybus passing by, while the equally picturesque Kós Károly Promenade could soon become even more pleasant, with plans to make this busy stretch car-free.
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Stefánia Road, Zugló - protected hackberry trees and grand villas
Stefánia Road in Zugló is one of Budapest's most elegant historic avenues, and walking beneath its impressive canopy is a pleasure in any season. The towering hackberry trees lining the road, which turn golden yellow in autumn, are officially protected by the city and form one of the district's most distinctive green corridors. Look beyond the trees and you'll spot grand villas and diplomatic residences, alongside architectural landmarks such as the Art Nouveau Geological Institute and Stefánia Palace.
Gitár Street plane trees, Kőbánya - a hidden green tunnel
The towering plane trees of Gitár Street are one of Kőbánya's hidden green gems, with some thought to be around 120 years old. Their branches meet overhead to create a naturally cool, leafy tunnel that makes for a particularly pleasant walk on hot summer days. The neighbourhood also holds traces of Kőbánya's brewing heritage, while the leafy Óhegy Park is just a short walk away. For a quiet stroll well away from the usual city-centre crowds, this is a lovely corner of Budapest to discover.
+1: Platán sor, Lupa-sziget – 2024 legszebb fasora
Just beyond Budapest, Lupa Island is home to Platán Avenue, a remarkable stretch of plane trees that runs almost the entire length of the island. Its impressive plane trees stretch across much of the island, shading the modernist villas and the peaceful little world tucked away beneath their canopy. The island can be reached by an hourly ferry, and with only around 40-50 buildings, life here moves at an altogether slower pace. Locals and visitors tend to gather at Sanyi bácsi's büfé, the island's only place to grab a bite or drink. It's easy to see why the avenue was named Hungary's Tree-Lined Avenue of the Year in 2024 - half an hour beneath these enormous, healthy trees, listening to the leaves rustle overhead, can feel surprisingly restorative.
(Cover photo: Major Kata - We Love Budapest)
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