• Elizabeth Square - A licensed local tour guide, easily identifiable by a small blue flag, will greet you 20 meters from the Budapest Eye on Elisabeth Square. The guide will introduce a tour that blends history, architecture, public art, society, cuisine, basic Hungarian language, and insights into Hungarian culture. The guide will highlight on a map and list all the iconic Budapest landmarks and hidden backstreets included in the tour.

• St. Stephen’s Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika) - Discover the largest church in Budapest, which seats 8,500 people, and learn about its architecture that reflects Budapest’s diverse historical splendor. Enjoy the beautiful houses in this pedestrian area and more. Note that this tour does not enter the Basilica.

• St. Stephen’s Square - Explore public art featuring a rotund policeman with a shiny belly. Gain insights into Hungarian culinary arts, the history of cooking, what to savor in Budapest, and tips to avoid tourist traps.

• Jozsef Nador Ter - Learn about the most Hungarian Habsburg and view the world-renowned hand-painted Herendi porcelains and the vibrant Zsolnay ceramic masterpieces.

• Vorosmarty Square (Vorosmarty ter) - This excellent park for people-watching is at the end of the famous pedestrian street Vaci utca. Discover the terminal of the world’s second-oldest underground railway. Explore neo-classical buildings, the elegant Gerbaud café, and learn about Hungarian culture. Also, discover Budapest’s Christmas markets and traditions.

• Korzo - Danube Embankment (Dunakorzo) - View the first non-Communist statue in Budapest, the most scenic tramline in Central Europe, main riverside buildings, and the stunning view of Castle Hill, including Matthias Church, Fisherman’s Bastion, Buda Castle, and Gellert Hill with Citadel. Most of these sights are on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.

• Little Princess Statue - Pause here to make a secret wish while touching the shiny knees of the Little Princess Statue.

• Vigado Square (Vigado ter) - This historic site hosted Franz Joseph’s and Sissy’s coronation banquet in the 19th century and performances by renowned Central European musicians like Franz Liszt, Debussy, and Brahms.

• Szechenyi Lanchid - A brief stop to learn about the history of Pest and Buda through the story of the Chain Bridge, the city’s first permanent bridge.

• Gresham Palace - Discover this remarkable secessionist building from Budapest’s golden age at the turn of the century and learn about the history and key features of Art Nouveau style.

• Hungarian Academy of Sciences - Learn some Hungarian words and phrases to impress friends and discover why Hungary has the highest number of Nobel Prize winners per capita. Also, learn about famous Hungarians and inventions that impact daily life.

• Shoes on the Danube Bank - These 60 pairs of shoes commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Holocaust. Learn about WWII history, deportations, and the recent history of Hungarian Jews. Reflect on the individuals who perished here, from synagogue attendees to assimilated Jews, dignified grandmothers to grandchildren, and factory workers to owners.

• Hungarian Parliament Building - Learn about recent history, elections, and the neo-gothic architecture of this harmoniously beautiful building. As the final stop of the walking tour, receive useful recommendations on restaurants, nightlife, and activities for the coming days, along with a final orientation.

• Booking fee directed towards administration
• Booking fee does not contribute to guide’s earnings

• tips to your tour guide
• Our guides depend entirely on your donations at the end of the tour.The amount is at your choice.

First time in Budapest? Take this tour on your first day in Budapest and visit the most famous landmarks with us. You will learn about Hungarian history, language, architecture, cuisine, and thermal baths with lots of personal touches. Joining our tour has loads of benefits. Ask for our personal Budapest map and newsletter. Learn about free activities, do’s and don’ts, must-see places with opening hours, and much more.

The small booking fee you have paid to Viator is an administrative and marketing fee to guarantee your spot on the tour. You are encouraged to tip your guide what you feel the tour was worth at the end. Most guests tip €10 per person, some even more. Our guides work very hard for tips, and you are guaranteed to have a great tour!

Important note: Groups of 8 or more people are required to contact us at least 24 hours in advance and they have to pay a minimum 8 €/ person minimum fee for the tour, whether they booked as a group or separately.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.