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Historical and Cultural Guided Tour of Budapest

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7 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Step back on time and join to a wonderful historic journey in the beautiful capital of Hungary with a professional historian guide!

This full-day Budapest walking tour provides you an exquisite opportunity to see the must-see sites of Budapesti, immerse you in the urban maelstrom, gain insight into people's everyday lives, try out the developed public transport network of Budapest, including Europe's second oldest tram.

The tour is flexible, so it can be modified according to your wishes!

The tour is available with comfortable A/C minivan for extra charge.

If you have any question or request please do not hesitate to contact!

Have a nice time in Hungary!

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • Hotel pickup
  • Professional guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to/from attractions
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Heroes' Square

What can be better place to start our historic journey as Heroes' Square, one of the most iconic place of Budapest with its great statues of the most important figures of the Hungarian history. Let's get back to the roots of the Hungarians!
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Budapest Park

We take a pleasant walk in the beautiful City Park, one of the world's first public parks.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vajdahunyad Castle

We visit the glorious Vajdahunyad Castle, which is in fact a fantasy pastiche showcasing the architectural evolution through centuries and styles in Hungary.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Szechenyi Baths and Pool (pass by)

During our walk in the City Park we will see the largest Spa in Europe.
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Andrassy Avenue

We go through Andrássy Avenue, Budapest’s own Champs-Élysées, lined with spectacular Neo-renaissance mansions and townhouses; high-end boutiques; fashionable restaurants and coffee houses.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hungarian State Opera House - Magyar Allami Operahaz

We visit the most beautiful building of Andrássy Avenue, the famous Hungarian State Opera House.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Jewish Quarter

We explore the Jewish Quarter (what was used to be the ghetto) of Budapest with the largest synagogue in Europe, the Holocaust Memorial, interesting ruin bars and many other exciting attractions.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika)

We visit the largest church in Budapest dedicated to Hungary's first king, houses an essential relic of the Hungarian history - the Holy Right Hand, - the mummified hand of St. Stephen.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hungarian Parliament Building

Of course the magnificent Hungarian Parliament Building is part of our tour. We walk around this beautiful building and we will know about the interesting history of the communist Hungary, the dictatorship and 56' revolution. Note: If you would like to join an inside tour in the Parliament, you should book your ticket online before, then please send me what time the Parliament tour starts to modify our schedule accordingly!
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Shoes on the Danube Bank

We visit the Shoes memorial of the Danube Bank to discover its sad story.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Buda Castle

After crossing the historical Chain Bridge we visit the medieval Buda Castle, the residency place of the Hungarian Kings from the XIV. century.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Fisherman's Bastion

We visit the Fisherman's Bastion where we can enjoy the beautiful panoramic view for the city. Great time for taking some pictures!
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Historical and Cultural Guided Tour of Budapest?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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