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See Budapest differently on this alternative walking tour! This tour is a spicy combination of historical sightseeing, understanding contemporary Budapest, and discovering street art and murals, and design shops.
You will get an insight into the vibrant cultural life of the Jewish Quarter, the coolest and trendiest neighborhood in the city.
This tour will be spent looking at murals, paste-ups, stickers other forms of street art to understand the past and the recent history of the city.
FROM$300/ per group
The Amazing 10 Tastings of Budapest
I invite you to a unique culinary journey in the capital city of Hungary. We may not have a world-famous cuisine like the Italians or the French, but once you taste a Hungarian meal it will stay with you forever. This tour is designed for those with an interest in history and some city highlights coupled with some of the most unforgettable snacks and bites of Hungary: langos, chimney cake, fried sausage, stuffed pancakes, pogacsa (scones) and a shot of palinka/Unicum, just to name a few.
FROM$250/ per group
Private Budapest Photo tour
Discover the Pearl of the Danube in the company of a professional photographer guide
Learn how to take better photographs of Budapest’s historic and hidden sights while walking around in this beautiful city. The 4-hour private tour is completely tailored to your wishes, seeing the attractions that you want to see.
You will see how much you can improve in 4 hours and your shots will be more stunning and interesting and more in connection to your personality.
FROM$210/ per group
Budapest St. Stephen's Basilica and Panorama Tower
Budapest largest and tallest cathedral, built in Hungary's golden ages in honor of Hungary's founding father and first King: Stephen.
The king's right mummified hand is kept here and can be seen as a relique. 360 degree panoramic view of the whole city including the Buda site.
FROM$69/ per person
Magical Budapest Boat Cruise with Live Guiding (+ Complimentary Drink)
Have you ever wondered, how beautiful Budapest would look at night from the river Danube?
Both sides are part of the UNESCO Heritage, so you can't miss this chance! With an experienced captain, friendly crew, and a fully serviced bar, you'll explore & enjoy a side of the city you've never seen.
Make your experience complete and have your own local guide to narrate you through this special cruise: providing you with the history, interesting facts and legends about the main sights & the city!
FROM$38/ per person
Guided City Tour in Budapest | Explore Heroes Square & Much More
Experience the best of Budapest! Discover iconic landmarks such as Heroes Square, a symbol of Hungarian history and culture, and Andrassy Avenue, a vibrant boulevard lined with beautiful architecture and trendy shops. The tour also includes a visit to the magnificent Buda Castle and much much more, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the city. You'll gain insights into the city's history, culture, and hidden gems. Don't miss this opportunity to explore Budapest in a truly authentic way!
FROM$300/ per group
Hidden streets of central Buda with a spooky touch
Local cafés, multicultural bit of Budapest are all within a tiny district of the city. Let's avoid tourist zones and you feel yourself a part of the local life of the neighborhood.
These ghosty streets are living history. Happen a short walk here can be transformed into freaky time traveling with pieces of history, emotions, changing scenes, encountering with local inhabitants. A touch of our heart might have a long lasting memory of your sojourn here.
FROM$20/ per group
The Great Synagogue Tour of Budapest
We are going to visit the Jewish Quarter and the Dohány Street Synagogue and its interior. We will see the Raoul Wallenberg Park- Holocaust Memorial Park with the Tree of Life and the Temple of Heroes (outside visit), the Rumbach Synagogue (outside visit), the Carl Lutz Memorial. In the Orthodox Jewish Quarter we will see the Kazinczy Street Synagogue (inside visit) and finally have a typical Jewish cake and coffee in a Jewish confectionary.
FROM$120/ per group
Pest Classical Music Tour - half-day private tour
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!
FROM$160/ per group
Budapest Highlights - most symbolic places
Welcome to the Pearl of the Danube!
The tour covers the must-see places for first visitors in Budapest, the capital of Hungary. I take you to the most symbolic places in Pest and in Buda sides via public transport and by walk. So we may enjoy the magnificence of these basic places together! Please feel free to join me!
FROM$200/ per group
Breakout 1945: The End of the Siege of Budapest
It is Feb. 1945, the Siege of Budapest is reaching its dramatic finale. One desperate act remains: The Breakout. This walk will take you to Feb. 11th 1945, with events and locations brought to life.
Up until late 1944, Budapest had remained largely unscathed. This was to change with Soviet and Axis forces fighting to the last man. Casualties in the hundreds of thousands and 20% of the City destroyed, this walk will bring to life the final days where 40,000 Axis soldiers try to break the siege.
FROM$120/ per group
Lights and Sights of the Castle Hill
This tour is for those guests who want to see the Castle Hill and want enjoy the breathtaking view from the Fishermen's Bastion but want to avoid crowds. Summer time when it is too hot the best time to visit some landmarks is in the evening.
FROM$159/ per group
Walking throughout Buda Castle district
Main attraction of Buda side is the Castle district. It is full of history and national sights, such as Royal Palaces, Savoya Panorama Terrace, Mathias Fountain, Lion's Courtyard, Riding Hall, Alexander Palace, Carmelite Monastery, funicular, Tóth Árpád Promenade (form where you can see the Buda hills), Mathias Church, Fishermen's Bastion, Hotel Hilton with Dominican Courtyard, Red Hedgehog House, Maria Magdalena Tower, Ruszwurm Confectionery, National Archive, Vienna Gate, Nicholas Tower.
FROM$130/ per group
Budapest Jewish Heritage Tour
Explore the Historic Jewish Quarter, one of the oldest and most popular parts of Budapest, characterised by the culture of the Jewish community.
The second largest synagogue in the world, the Jewish Museum and Archives with a rich collection and the most important Jewish religious and cultural institutions are located here.
The quarter has been on the list of the UNESCO World Heritage since 2002.
Let's discover the history,costumes, traditions and festivals together!
FROM$180/ per group
The Hidden Mini Statues Tour
Discover a unique feature of Budapest’s public art scene: the mini statues and learn about Budapest’s history and culture through the background stories of the artworks.
Scattered around Budapest, Kolodko’s mini statues complete the existing “normal-sized” monuments with a visible pinch of irony. Some of them represent important figures in Hungarian history, others are just as cute as a cartooned rabbit.
FROM$300/ per group
Historical Tour of Budapest in the Evening
A city is most beautiful in the evening and during the night. This tour is for those among you, who want to experience Budapest during the evening stopping at the most important sites in its history: its ancient Roman ruins, its medieval castle, Gellert Hill for the best view of modern Pest and at the end, the inner city of Pest.
FROM$200/ per group
Eat Budapest With Us
Savor the flavors of Hungary on a food and market tasting tour in Budapest. Try local delicacies, soups, snacks, sweets, local wine, and learn about the country's culinary traditions and history from a local guide. Also try the most popular way to eat zsíroskenyér or goulash. Explore the traditional Hungarian dish of Disznótoros. Try typical cakes including chimney cake and "The Cake of the Year." As you walk, stumble upon famous sights and learn about the history and culture of Hungary.
FROM$90/ per person
Enigmatic Spots of Cold War & Communist History
May I invite you to the unique sites of the Cold War and communist era of Eastern Europe? You gain experience of freaky communist monuments.
Switching towards the enigmatic mountains of Buda. The local railway system controlled by children is a still living part of the communist heritage.
Alongside we perform a nice short walk following the path of the forest with food and drink pavilions.
These spots are out of town and are not stressed by over-tourism.
We travel by my minibus.
FROM$50/ per group
Budapest Highlights for First-Timers
It is a walking tour and we are going to use public transport. You will see all the important UNESCO World Heritage sites like: Széchenyi Bath – Vajdahunyad Castle – Heroes’ Square – Andrássy Ave – Castle Hill - Matthias Church – Fishermen's Bastion -Royal Castle - Castle Bazaar - City Market Place
FROM$120/ per group
Historical Places from Buda Castle
This is a wonderful walking tour that will allow you to discover the old area of Buda especially Buda Castle. It is one of the most visited areas in the city due to its rich, historical places of interest starting from the emblematic Matthias Church, having an amazing panoramic view to the river Danube from the Fishermen Bastion and other interesting places. The castle is a part of the Budapest World Heritage Site, so declared in 1987.
FROM$160/ per group
Budapest - Coffee, Conversation and some Hidden City
There are not many foreigners who understand Hungary, and Hungarians, better than myself. This tour is for those with an inquisitive nature, who enjoy stimulating conversation, who don't want to be constrained by a tour itinerary.
This is an open forum, within a framework of interesting places to visit, to move the conversation along. Including a hidden place of peace, a beautiful garden, and with a special view of the city. Along the way, we will have coffee in a genuine Socialist Presszó,
FROM$130/ per group
Visiting the highest point of the city
Enjoy the fresh air and the special view from the territory of a National Park in the hills of Budapest. I will pick you up at your hotel and we will go in my van to the hills of Buda. As we will reach the station, you will experience a unique way of transportation the CHAIRLIFT.
When we get to the top we will walk 10 minutes to reach the highest point of Budapest, the ELISABETH LOOKOUT TOWER. You will enjoy here the breathtaking scenery with the best photo options. We will be 1729 feet high
FROM$229/ per group
Walking tour on Pest side - history and art nouveau
Széchenyi and Szabadság Squares are among Pest side’s downtown most elegant part. Their history reflects the whole city’s history. In addition quite a few beautiful art nouveau buildings can be found nearby. We will enter Gresham Palace, currently member of Four Seasons hotel-chain, the most luxurious hotel of Budapest, facing Chain Bridge. We will also see the most beautiful art nouveau building of Budapest, the Postal Savings Bank. We will finish with panorama from rooftop of opposite hotel.
FROM$128/ per group
Budapest Historic and Cultural Private Tour
Discover the beautiful capital of Hungary on this half-day walking tour and explore the must see sights of Budapest with a local licensed personal guide!
The aim of this tour is to provide you an enjoyable, informative journey which give you a general overview of the Hungarian history, culture, arts, traditions, gastronomy. . . and make you get a glance into the daily life.
The tour is flexible in its duration and it can be customized according to your requests!
FROM$180/ per group
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