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Historical and Cultural Guided Tour of Budapest: Step back in time for a Historic Journey
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Budapest
Step back in time and join a guided tour of Budapest to explore its rich historical and cultural heritage. Immerse yourself in the city's urban maelstrom, experience everyday life, and discover the must-see sites with a professional historian guide.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 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!
- Budapest Park - We take a pleasant walk in the beautiful City Park, one of the world’s first public parks.
- Vajdahunyad Castle (Vajdahunyadvar) - We visit the glorious Vajdahunyad Castle, which is in fact a fantasy pastiche showcasing the architectural evolution through centuries and styles in Hungary.
- Szechenyi Baths and Pool - During our walk in the City Park we will see the largest Spa in Europe.
- Andrassy Avenue - We go through Andrássy Avenue, Budapestâs own Champs-Ãlysées, lined with spectacular Neo-renaissance mansions and townhouses; high-end boutiques; fashionable restaurants and coffee houses.
- Hungarian State Opera House (Magyar Allami Operahaz) - We visit the most beautiful building of Andrássy Avenue, the famous Hungarian State Opera House.
- 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.
- 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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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! - Shoes on the Danube Bank - We visit the Shoes memorial of the Danube Bank to discover its sad story.
- 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.
- 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!
What's Included
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information
Step into history and embark on a mesmerizing journey through the stunning capital of Hungary, guided by a professional historian. This comprehensive full-day walking tour of Budapest offers you the perfect chance to visit the city’s must-see landmarks, experience the hustle and bustle of city life, understand the local’s daily routines and make use of the city’s well laid out public transport network, which includes Europe’s second oldest tram. The itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to your preferences! An additional option of comfortable A/C minivan service is available for an extra fee. For any inquiries or requests, feel free to reach out. Enjoy your stay in Hungary!
Location
Budapest
We can meet at your hotel or wherever is the most convenient for you.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Kbrett_r
Jun 6, 2024
Great Tour Of Budapest - I highly recommend this tour, as it was a great way to see all of the key historical sites in Budapest in 1 day. Our guide, György, did a great job, meeting us at our river cruise ship, taking us to all key sites through a combination of walking, subways and buses, and providing in-depth historical & cultural information throughout the tour.
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Madhunimesh
Jun 23, 2019
Amazing Experience - We booked Rashad through VIATOR for a private day tour and as we are amateur photographers, we requested him to take us to the best view points in Budapest. His knowledge of the city was detailed and beyond anything we would have expected. He modified the tour according to what we wanted to focus on, he paid special attention to the things we were interested in, and the tour was a first of a kind experience for him also. He was very friendly and humble. It was a lot of walking so wear comfortable shoes but we saw all the main sights in Budapest. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to experience the best of Budapest in one day.
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Nadica_h
Oct 14, 2017
Rashad was the best tour guide I... - <p>Rashad was the best tour guide I have had in Europe. His knowledge of the city was detailed and beyond anything I would have expected. He modified the tour according to what we wanted to focus on, he paid special attention to the things we were interested in, and explained those in more detail, when we wanted. He was very attentive to our needs and wants for the tour, and in making it a great day for us. His english was perfect, he was very friendly and made my mother and I feel very comfortable experiencing a new city, from the best local perspective that Rashad was able to provide. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to experience the best of Budapest in one day, particularly those with an interest in the historical and cultural background.</p>
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James_r
Apr 20, 2017
Knowledgeable tour guide, enjoyable... - <p>Knowledgeable tour guide, enjoyable tour. We hit all the city highlights.</p>
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Sarah
Jun 5, 2016
Briliant day out! Rashad was my... - <p>Briliant day out! Rashad was my guide and we had a fully packed day. It was a lot of walking so wear comfortable shoes but we saw all the main sights in Budapest. Rashad was great giving you the history and background to Hungary so that each building and sight you saw had context. His knowledge was impressive and he was really passionate and proud of his history and culture. Fantastic day out allowing you to get your bearings on the city and decide where to explore in depth on your remaining vacation days</p>
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