3 hours
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Overview
Immerse yourself in Hungarian culture with this 2-hour language class in Budapest. Held in a local café, the lesson covers basic Hungarian greetings, how to count from one to five and what to say (and what not to say) when ordering a drink or a meal. Learn how to interact with the locals in a fun and informal setting. Ask your guide about Hungarian life and culture, and enjoy a free drink with your lesson.
Operated by
Fungarian
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Fun, fun, fungarian
A9399QGolak, Sept 2022
it was great fun, I recommend it to everyone. The hosts speak excellent English, are punctual and well prepared for the game.
Response from Host, Sept 2022
Thank you for your positive feedback. You were a wonderful group and I am glad you enjoyed the challenges despite the lousy weather. I hope this cultural exploration game left you with good memories about our city. Come back next year for another tour.
The most amazing city tour we've ever had
kiya1723, Aug 2021
Miklos, our guide, picked us up at our apartment. Once we met, he immediately told us about the district we resided in - he really knows every niche in Budapest. After strolling around and learning about the history of Obuda, Pest and Buda, we went to a restaurant to learn Ungarian: Kerek egy sört! - Egészségedre! Following this, we took the public transport to more hotspots in the district and the remaining city of Pest. We learned a lot during those 3 1/2 enjoyable hours (Hungarian, History and Culture) - more than any Wikipedia article can teach us. We were also amazed how he shaped the tour around our interests. This combined made it the most interesting and exciting tour we've ever done. Thank you, Miklos, for this memorable tour through Budapest. See you again Köszönöm szépen, szia!
Response from Host, Aug 2021
My pleasure. I am glad I could share the vibartion of the city with you. Congratulations on remembering the weird Hungarian phrases. Hope to see you again. Miklós
A warm introduction to an amazing country and language
globetrotterfamily17, Aug 2019
In our first visit to Budapest (and hopefully not the last one!), on our sons' initiative we decided to book a two hours' class of Hungarian language. Wonderful Miklós turned it into a fully-fledged guided tour through the language, the history of the country, the beauty of Budapest architecture and the ways of Hungarian people. We still need our notes to ask for the toilet or order a beer in Hungarian, but we go back home with a new, broader vision of this part of the world that was so foreign to us a few days ago and now we're so fond of. Thank you, Miklós!!
Response from Host, Aug 2019
Thank you for your warm words. You've encouraged us that we are on the right path to include our ancient tongue in our introduction to Hungary package. I hope to see you again in Budapest. Miklós and the Fungarian Team
Itinerary
Deak Ferenc Square
We meet centrally and then, head to the beautiful hills of Buda.
The square is named for Ferenc Deák, "The Wise Man of the Nation". It's a major intersection and transport junction in Budapest. Three lines of the Budapest Metro each converge on the station under the square. Tram lines 47 and 49 also originate from the square, as well as several bus lines.
Szell Kalman Square
Széll Kálmán tér is the starting hub for the many paths leading into the hills of buda. The originally anonymous area became Széll Kálmán tér (Széll Kálmán Square) in 1929, named after the Hungarian prime minister Kálmán Széll. Following the Soviet occupation and the Communist takeover in the country, the square was renamed to Moszkva tér in 1951 under the Rákosi regime. Following the fall of communist regimes in Eastern Europe, it was debated whether it should be renamed again to the original Széll Kálmán, but initially the name remained.
Szechenyi Hill
In 1948-1949, the famous pioneer railway (now known as the Children's Railway) was built, with several stops and terminals on the surrounding hills. The railway was designed to develop tourism and train future railwaymen, but was also used for propaganda purposes during the period.
Excursions were organised for schoolchildren from all over the country, making the area a nationally popular family destination, especially for families with young children.
János Hill is the highest point of Budapest with a height of 528 m (1,732 ft), located in the western part of the city. János-hegy belongs to Buda Hills and it is connected to the popular tourist sight Normafa.
Elizabeth Lookout
The Elizabeth Lookout is a historic lookout tower on János Hill above Budapest. Built in 1911, the tower was named after Empress Elisabeth, wife of Emperor Franz Joseph I. Frigyes Schulek was the architect.
30 minutesHűvösvölgy is a neighbourhood in the 2nd District of Budapest. The area is a popular hiking destination and is also an important transport hub. The suburb is known for its terminus of the Budapest Children's Railway. A public transport terminus connects settlements north of the Buda with Buda city centre.
Szell Kalman Square
At the end we return to the former "Moszkva tér" (Moscow square), and head towards the ending location we agree upon.
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Snacks
- Local guide
- Chairlift ticket
- Lookout Tower entrance ticket
- Beverages
- 24-hour Budapest public transport group pass
- Childrens’ railway ticket
Exclusions
- Other food or drink
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
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.