Semmelweis University, Budapest

Name: Semmelweis University
Address: Üllői út 26, Budapest, Hungary

#281 among attractions in Budapest

Universities and schools

Gallery (5)

Map

Gallery

Facts and practical information

Semmelweis University is a research-led medical school in Budapest, Hungary, founded in 1769. Its 250 years of tradition and unique focus on health care made it one of the leading universities of medicine and health sciences in Hungary and the Central European region. With its six faculties and doctoral school it covers all aspects of medical and health sciences ranging from pathology through genetics, paediatrics, pharmacy, dentistry, dietetics, physiotherapy, nursing, health policy and management to conductor training. ()

Local name: Semmelweis Egyetem Established: 1769 (255 years ago)Coordinates: 47°29'14"N, 19°3'59"E

Address

Üllői út 26FerencvárosBudapest Hungary

Contact

Website

Social media

Add

Budapest

Day trips

Semmelweis University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Great Market Hall, Hungarian National Museum, Museum of Applied Arts, Rákóczi Square Market Hall.

~1810 ftW
Huge market built in late 19th-century
Great Market Hall, Budapest
9 min walk • The Great Market Hall, also known as Central Market Hall, stands as a testament to Budapest's rich cultural heritage and bustling daily life. Located at the end of the city's renowned Váci Street, this architectural marvel is not only the largest and oldest indoor...
~1940 ftNW
Museum of Hungarian history and culture
Hungarian National Museum, Budapest
10 min walk • The Hungarian National Museum is a cultural beacon in the heart of Budapest, Hungary. Established in 1802, this museum is a repository of the nation's history, from the foundation of the Hungarian state to the modern era.
~600 ftSE
Museum, Art Nouveau architecture, Art museum
Museum of Applied Arts, Budapest
3 min walk • The Museum of Applied Arts in Budapest is a testament to Hungary's rich artistic heritage and a treasure trove of decorative arts. Nestled in the heart of the city, this institution is housed in an architectural marvel, a stunning example of Hungarian Art Nouveau...
0.5 miNE
Shopping, Market
Rákóczi Square Market Hall, Budapest
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Budapest's vibrant VIII district, the Rákóczi Square Market Hall stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and culinary heritage. This bustling market, a hub for locals and tourists alike, offers an authentic Hungarian shopping...
0.5 miNW
Church, Baroque architecture
Egyetemi Templom, Budapest
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hungary's vibrant capital, Egyetemi Templom, also known as the University Church, is a hidden gem among Budapest's rich tapestry of architectural wonders. This church, located in the bustling city center, is a sanctuary of peace and spiritual...
0.5 miW
Circa-1890s bridge open to pedestrians
Liberty Bridge, Budapest
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Budapest, the Liberty Bridge (Szabadság híd) stands as a testament to the architectural prowess and historical richness of Hungary. This box girder bridge, which spans the majestic Danube River, connects the city's Buda and Pest sides, a...
0.5 miNW
Museum, History museum
Petőﬁ Literary Museum, Budapest
13 min walk • The Petőﬁ Literary Museum is a major Hungarian museum in Budapest. It was founded in 1954, as the successor organisation to Petőfi House. It was named to honour the memory of Sándor Petőfi.
0.6 miS
Bridge
Petőfi Bridge, Budapest
16 min walk • Petőfi híd or Petőfi Bridge is a bridge in Budapest, connecting Pest and Buda across the Danube. It is the second southernmost public bridge in Budapest.
0.4 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Holocaust Memorial Center, Budapest
11 min walk • The Holocaust Memorial Center is a renovated synagogue that dates back to the 1920s and serves as a memorial and museum for and about Hungarian Jews that were murdered in the Holocaust.
~1770 ftE
47°29'10"N • 19°4'24"E
Corvin Plaza Shopping Centre, Budapest
9 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
~900 ftN
Vast repository with grand 1800s centre
Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library, Budapest
5 min walk • Fővárosi Szabó Ervin Könyvtár is the largest library network in Budapest, Hungary. The Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library's main branch is housed in the 19th-century neo-baroque Wenckheim Palace.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Semmelweis University?

Nearby attractions include Museum of Applied Arts, Budapest (3 min walk), Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library, Budapest (5 min walk), Józsefváros, Budapest (6 min walk), College for Advanced Studies in Social Theory, Budapest (7 min walk).

How to get to Semmelweis University by public transport?

The nearest stations to Semmelweis University:

Bus

Köztelek utca • Lines: 115, 15 (1 min walk)
Ráday utca • Lines: 115, 15 (3 min walk)

Trolleybus

Üllői út • Lines: 83 (3 min walk)
Ráday utca • Lines: 83 (3 min walk)

Tram

Corvin-negyed M • Lines: 4, 6 (5 min walk)
Kálvin tér M • Lines: 47, 47B, 48, 49 (8 min walk)

Metro

Kálvin tér • Lines: M4 (7 min walk)
Fővám tér • Lines: M4 (11 min walk)

Light rail

Boráros tér • Lines: H7 (15 min walk)

Train

Budapest Keleti Station (32 min walk)