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Pest Classical Music Tour - half-day private tour
Joined 2022
Discover the highlights of the Pest side of the city on a private tour, with a focus on some of the most iconic buildings linked to the classical music scene of Budapest. Visit the Opera House, the House of Music, and Franz Liszt's last apartment. Discover the city with your knowledgeable guide. Perfect for music lovers and history enthusiasts. Join for an unforgettable cultural experience in Budapest!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or directly at Heroe's square
Heroes' Square
We will start the tour at this iconic central location, where you'll discover the iconic statues of the Seven Chieftains of the Magyars and learn about Hungary's rich history. You will be impressed by the Monument commemorating the 1000 years of the foundation of the country, as well as the remarkable museums that surround the square, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Palace of Art.
House of Music
Following a short walk in the park, we will reach the stunning House of Music, a small but wonderful marvel from world famous architect Sou Fujumoto. We will have the opportunity to enter the building and discover this modern gem.
Franz Liszt's appartment
Walking down the Unesco World Heritage Andrássy avenue, we reach the last flat where Franz Liszt lived. The place is now a museum that we will briefly visit.
Opera House
Further down on the Andrássy avenue we now reach the flamboyant building of the State Opera House. We will join a 60 minutes long guided tour which walks you through this absolutely fantastic building, a true architectural jewel of the end of the 19th century.
St. Stephen's Basilica
Walking from the Opera we will pass by the center of the town, experience the buzzing atmosphere of the city. We'll stop in front of the magnificent St Stephen's Basilica, which regularly hosts organ concerts. We will enjoy the stunning view of the building and then make our way towards the Danube.
Vigadó Concert Hall
We will end our tour in front of this stunning neoclassical building located right on the bank of the Danube, offering unmatched panorama to the Buda side of the town.
Ending Point
At your hotel or at the Vigadó Concert Hall
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Private Tour Guide
Pick up at your hotel
Public transport (if you choose to use it)
Entrance ticket to the House of Music (Franz Liszt Museum (roughly 2000 HUF per person) and the guided tour in the Opera (around 7000 HUF per person)
Tour Important Information
- This is a walking tour, which can be made easier upon request by taking the Millenium Underground line.
- The tour includes the visit of the Franz Liszt Museum as well as the official guided tour of the Opera House - the access is really dependent on availability, so you are advised to reserve in advance as early as possible.
Important message from the supplier
All tours are entirely customisable, including their starting, ending point and time as well as their length.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide László S.
I have been working as a private tour guide in Budapest, Hungary. My passion is to welcome visitors and help them discover our city and country at their rythm, based on their interest and always tailored to the current possibilities (so taking into account weather, traffic, disruptions, mobility and everything else).
$160/ per group
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