Budapest 20th Century Historical Walking Tour
Overview
While you will see the main attractions of downtown Budapest, this private tour focuses on their links to 20th-century history and the events that unfolded there.
You will start your walk in a lively city square, then move to the historic Jewish Quarter. You will tour the site of the Jewish ghetto, visit memorial locations, see synagogues, learn about life in Budapest before and during the war and see the quarter's current modern side.
At the end of WWII, Stalin “liberated” Hungary, so under Soviet occupation Hungary was compelled to build communism for 45 years. You’ll visit the last Soviet Memorial and a small exhibition at the Parliament, walk along the river passing the Shoes on the Danube Bank Memorial.
Communism ended in 1989, and Hungary transitioned to capitalism. You'll discuss this journey with your guide as the tour concludes in a coffee shop in downtown Pest. The tour is enriched with archived photos, personal and family memories, and a touch of sarcasm.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Pick-up from centrally located accommodation
- Licensed English speaking guide
- Drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meet your guide, Eszter at the reception of your hotel or in case of a private accommodation, in front of the house.
Budapest
1053 Hungary
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Budapest
Széchenyi István tér 7, 1051 Hungary
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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District V / Inner City
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Jewish Quarter
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Great / Central Synagogue (Nagy Zsinagoga)
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rumbach Street Synagogue (pass by)
Kiraly Street
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika)
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Glass House
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Szabadsag ter
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Budapest Parliament
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Shoes on the Danube Bank
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
District V / Inner City
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended to children under age of 14
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Pick-up from centrally located accommodation.
- Licensed English speaking guide.
- Drop-off.
The minimum age to participate is 15..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Budapest 20th Century Historical Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Budapest 20th Century Historical Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Pick-up from centrally located accommodation
- Licensed English speaking guide
- Drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended to children under age of 14
