- Bem Jozsef Memorial - Explore the beautiful Hungarian capital of Budapest with a focus on its political past. Commence your tour at the iconic Bem József Memorial Square – site of the 1956 revolution.
- Budapest - Explore a collection of retro bars and butcher shops as you wander through the central district while discussing life under communist rule. Stop my monuments, squares and statues commemorating the past, including Ronald Reagan in Liberty Square.
- Hungarian Parliament Visitor Centre - Walk outside the magnificent Parliament House and learn the backdrop of Hungarian politics in the preceding centuries to the 21st.
- House of Terror Museum - Lastly, finish your tour at the House of Terror Museum (entrance tickets included), where you will see exhibits and memorials to victims of those who lived behind the Iron Curtain.
- Ample time for photography at top spots
- Admission to the House of Terror Museum
- Private professional tour guide
- Food and drink
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Gratuities
- Transportation throughout tour
Embark on a private walking exploration of the vibrant city of Budapest, centered on the tumultuous political past of Hungary. The journey unravels the story from Nazi Occupation, through the ascent and descent of Communism, to the emergence of democracy.
The tour commences from Bem József Memorial Square, a place that witnessed 200,000 Hungarian students rally against the Soviet dominance in 1956. Stroll down the Falk Miksa street to find a surprising statue of Columbo, the renowned fictional detective from LAPD, noted for his unkempt looks and dogged pursuit of facts. Proceed to the grand Kossuth Lajos square to marvel at the expansive Neo-Gothic parliament building, the seat of the national assembly.
Lastly, explore the House of Terror museum along with your private guide. This institution stands as a dark reminder to the grim horrors of the past, commemorating those who were incarcerated, suffered torture, and were murdered within its walls. It hosts exhibits from Hungary’s fascist and communist regimes of the 20th-century.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
