“Great guide!”
Gabor was so wonderful! We spent the day with him, he gave us some wonderful information about the city and country! The wine tasting was delightful!
Gabor D.
(1 reviews)Dear Brett! Dear Selma! Thank you for the great day! You were fantastic! Enjoy your stay in the Gresham Palace Hotel! Have a safe and unforgettable cruise trip to Amsterdam ! Regards Gabor
“Personalized visit with determined themes”
Pieter is a very experienced guide with a knowledge spanning all topics of interest you may have ....and beyond. He is flexible, personable and a pleasure to be with. I can highly recommend Pieter to any visitor to Budapest
Pieter B.
(2 reviews)Thank you Laurent and Alexa, it was a pleasure to spend those hours in conversation with two people genuinely interested in Hungary and its heritage. And thankfully, the weather was great for the time of year. We covered a lot of ground both historically and physically :) Hopefully you get that chance to see the Balaton and Pécs on a future visit. Best wishes, Pieter
Steve K.
Breakout 1945: The End of the Siege of Budapest
“First class tour”
Pieter did an outstanding job guiding the Budapest 1945 siege breakout tour for my brother and I on this largely forgotten a/o inexplicably ignored topic. He had absolute command of the subject. Particularly good were the photos he downloaded from Hungarian National Archives, showing then and now vantage points. Really brought the events to life. Sprinkled the tour with survivors’ anecdotes. Highly recommend the tour for anyone interested in the topic. Well done.
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Here are some dos and don'ts to keep in mind while traveling to Budapest
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Walking with a local is the best way to see Budapest as it truly is. Seeing as the city is compact, and you can cross into Buda or Pest easily, walking opens you up to several sites at once. Budapest is more like an open museum. Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, Chain Bridge, and St. Stephen's Basilica, are located relatively close to each other in the city center. You can ditch the “tourist” identity by creating an itinerary with a local Budapest tour guide.
Yes! Budapest has an extremely high English proficiency rating of 600 out of 700 so you will be able to speak English without any problems.
Generally, for lower tourist crowds and ideal weather, April-May, or early June: 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F), as well as September–October: 5°C to 20°C (59°F to 68°F) are considered the best times to travel to Budapest.
When planning your trip to Budapest, consider avoiding accommodation in Hős Street, the 8th district, the 5th district and the party district around 6th and 7th districts. You should also avoid nightclubs that our Budapest tour guides point out as dangerous/low safety. Avoid night spots like Fontana Club, Mamba Club and Nirvana; especially steer clear of nightclubs in Váci utca.
Many visitors find that spending around 2–3 days in Budapest allows them to see the major highlights and get a good sense of the city's culture, history, and attractions. Here’s an idea of what these 3 days can look like;
Day 1: Take On The Buda Castle District - Tour the city’s highlights including Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, and Matthias Church. You can also visit the Gellért Hill for panoramic views of the city and the Danube River. End your evening with a thermal bath.
Day 2: History and Arts Mixture - Split between Budapest’s art scene with a walk on Andrássy Avenue and visits to landmarks such as the Hungarian State Opera House and St. Stephen's Basilica. End the day with an exploration of Heroes' Square and City Park, including Vajdahunyad Castle.
Day 3: Hungarian Roots - Cap off your third day with a guided private tour of the Hungarian Parliament Building, a masterpiece of architecture. You can also visit the Dohány Street Synagogue, the largest synagogue in Europe. End the day with a street tour of District VII, known for its loud street art, trendy cafés, and ruin pubs.
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