3 hours
Multiple
Free Cancellation
Overview
Thanks to modern technology, history is closer than ever! This programme is not just a sightseeing tour it’s a time travelling journey. Don’t read about history! Relive it! On this audioguided Virtual Reality walking tour in the Buda Castle area, you get the crucial insights of Budapest’s history. We will not only talk about the times and events that shaped the city, we will also show them! Using 7 scenes at 6 „must see” locations, where we enter vitrual reality to relive these significant moments. From building the castle in the middle ages to the intense battles and destruction of WW2 and the Hungarian revolution A truly unique programme at one of the worlds most stunning locations! Prepare yourself for a mind-bending 360 / 3D virtual reality experience, packed with action and amazing visuals! In the evening enjoy a relaxing evening cruise on the Danube river with drinks. During the cruise you have the possibility make marvellous pictures, cruise under the famous Chain bridge!
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Itinerary
The meeting is at 03.00pm next to the Lanchid19 hotel Buda side. Buda Castle is the historical castle and palace complex of the Hungarian kings in Budapest.It was rebuilt, extended, changed, burned down and rebuilt again several times over and it got its current eclectic appearances only after World War II. Learn about its history from our professional guide.
The Halászbástya or Fisherman's Bastion is one of the best known monuments in Budapest, located in the Buda Castle, in the 1st district of Budapest. The terrace provides one of the most famous panoramic views of the Danube, Margaret Island, Pest and the Gellért Hill.
The highlight of the tour is Matthias Church with its abundantly decorated roof . The church is a very finely executed Neogothic reconstruction fantasy from the end of the 19th century and it is a beautiful building.
Matthias Fountain is a monumental fountain group in the western forecourt of Buda Castle, Budapest. Alajos Stróbl’s Neo-Baroque masterpiece is one of the most frequently photographed landmark in the Hungarian capital. It is sometimes called the ’Trevi Fountain of Budapest’.
The Sandor Palace is the official residence of the President of Hungary, and the seat of the Office of the President. It has served as both since 2003. The original palace was build in Neoclassical style in 1806.
The Evening cruise starts at the Vigadó Square Pest side, Dock Nr 7, Legenda Cruises at 09.00pm. Admire the Evening sights of Budapest from a scenic cruise on the Danube River with a drink in your hand. Learn about the landmarks from the onboard commentary (available in 30 languages), and enjoy the onboard WiFi and your choice of a glass of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or mineral water. Cruise under the Chain Bridge past the Hungarian Parliament. Make marvellous picture from the river! The cruise returns to starting pier.
Take the best view of the Hungarian Parliament Buliding from the Danube river.
Cruise under the famous Chain bridge, and make marvellous photos from the Danube river!
Admire the Citadel building and the Liberty statute on the top of the Gellért from the cruise.
Location
Lánchíd 19 Design Hotel Budapest (19 Lánchíd u., Budapest, 1013)
Legenda City Cruises (7 Jane Haining rkp., Budapest, 1052)
Duration
3 hours
Start Times
15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00
Address
Budapest, Lánchíd u. 19, 1013 Hungary
Experience
Inclusions
- 1,5 hours Guided VR walking tour in the Buda castle district with a local guide
- One hour evening River cruise on Danube with a drink
- Local professional guide
Exclusions
- Food or drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not suitable for pets
- Wheelchair accessible
- For the walking tour the meeting point is at 03.00pm or at 04.00pm or at 05.00pm or at 06.00pm according to your choice next to Lanchid19hotel Buda side. Please show the same ticket/voucher for the walking tour and the cruise as well. For evening cruise the voucher should be shown at the ticket office of Legenda Cruises at Dock Nr 7, Pest side. Evening cruise starts at 09.00pm, Pest side Dock Nr 7, Legenda Cruises. Please be at the dock Min. 10 minutes before. The cruise starts and ends at the same pier.
Guide Languages
English
Russian
Spanish
German
Italian
French
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.