4 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
Your walking tour begins at the Opera House from where you’ll take a short ride on the Millennium metro out to the Heroes' Square and City Park. There you’ll have a great introduction to the rich Hungarian history and culture through the chronological line of kings. Then you’ll walk through the city park to visit the Vajdahunyad Castle (outside only), a complex built in 1896 displaying typical architecture found throughout Hungary.Next, you’ll stop at Széchenyi bath house (with a peek inside when open) to learn about the amazing bath culture this country has to offer. Afterwards, you will take the Millennium metro back towards the city center and stop at the end of Andrassy Boulevard where you’ll hear about the significance the street brought to culture and nobility.After the city park visit you’ll head over to the St. Stephen’s Basilica (outside only) before taking a break in a café for a taste of Hungary’s dessert and a coffee or soft drink (included in the tour). After the refreshment break, you’ll head down to the riverside to see the famous blue Danube. Take in the spectacular view of Gellert Hill and the Citadel, Buda Hills and the Royal Palace as you cross the river via Budapest’s Chain Bridge.For the final leg of the tour, you climb the steps up into the Buda Castle District and then wander through the old cobblestone streets and alleys to the finishing point in front of the Matthias church and Fisherman’s Bastion. At the end of the tour, the guide will help with ideas, directions and more.
Operated by
Absolute Tours
Location
Meet your guide in front of the Hungarian State Opera House, Budapest, Andrássy út 22, 1061
Address
Budapest, Andrássy út 22, 1061 Hungary
Experience
Inclusions
- English speaking guide
- Coffee or soft drink with 2 Hungarian desserts
- Public transport tickets during the tour
Exclusions
- Entry fees to sights and museums
- Food and beverages except where noted
Venues
- The Parliament of Budapest
The Hungarian Parliament Building, also known as the Parliament of Budapest, is one of the most colossal constructions in the city. The building leaves the opulence and beauty of the end of the 19th and the start of the 20th centuries on display. The Hungarian Parliament is the 3rd largest Parliament building of the world.
- Széchenyi thermal bath
Like bathing in a sumptuous Neo-Baroque palace packed with people, the Széchenyi Baths is the mecca of all thermal spa experiences. The largest public bath in the city, it’s known for both its curative powers and piping hot mineral-rich waters - if emerging bright red and smooth as a newborn is your thing.
- Buda Castle
The imposing Buda Castle sits on the Castle Hill in Budapest offering views over the beautiful Danube river. It once served as a residence of the Hungarian kings but today the castle complex houses the Hungarian National Gallery, The Budapest History Museum and the Széchenyi National Library. The foundations of today’s castle were constructed in the fourteenth century.
Additional Information
- Your will need to be fit for light continuous walking, for up to 3.5 hours
- Get an overview of Hungarian history and culture on this small group walking tour
- Tour operates in all weather conditions so please dress appropriately
- Visit Heroes' Square and City Park and have a peek into a bathhouse
- Please note that the tour includes climbing stairs and walking uphill when visiting Buda Castle.
- Enjoy a soft drink and two homemade Hungarian dessert on a break
- The tour is not suitable for people with limited mobility and for children in pushchair.
- See some of the most famous sights of Budapest, such as the Fisherman's Bastion, Heroes' Square and many others
- The minimum number of purchasable tickets is 2 for each kind
Timings
- Please refer to the calendar for updated starting times and availability
Guide Languages
English
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.