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Budapest: Buda Castle District Walking Tour

Budapest: Buda Castle District Walking Tour

Follow your guide through the history and sights of the Buda Castle District on this walking tour in Budapest. Hear stories from Hungarian history as you see sights like the President's Palace, the Royal Palace, and Fishermen's Bastion. Begin your tour at the Baroque Holy Trinity Statue and walk around the 15th century, Gothic Matthias Church. Admire the fairy-tale like Fishermen's Bastion and take in views of the Danube river and the Parliament building from the Neo-Romanesque terraces. Stroll along the old cobble-stone streets to get to the President's Palace and the Royal Palace complexes. Walk around the courtyards and fountains, and look at the proud guards outside the palace.  Marvel at stunning views of the other side of the city across the majestic Danube River from the royal terraces. Capture pictures of views of the Margaret Bridge, the Chain Bridge, the Elizabeth Bridge, and the Liberty Bridge. Visit the other side of the castle and enjoy an excellent view towards the forested Buda Hills from the medieval walls. End your tour near the Holy Trinity Statue where it began.  The tour does not include an inside visit of the church and royal palace museums. Your tour guide will give you all the instructions on purchasing entry tickets to these sights and their opening times. (Matthias church is closing at 5pm and is often periodically closed in the daytime due to weddings. The castle royal palace museums are always closed on Mondays.)

BloodThirsty Hungary: Walking tour & Dark Historical Stories

BloodThirsty Hungary: Walking tour & Dark Historical Stories

Join us on a captivating journey through the enchanting Castle District—a picture friendly tour that promises stunning photo opportunities at every turn. Explore the charming old town, wander the narrow cobblestone streets, and marvel at the beautifully illuminated historic buildings and landmarks that set the stage for our unforgettable performance. As we pause at must-see landmarks, your guide, a skilled actor, will immerse you in exciting and informative tales of the most bloodthirsty historical figures Hungary had, or had to deal with. Delve into the stories of those who left their mark on the annals of time, and uncover the bloodthirsty tales of triumphs and challenges they faced. Your evening will be a perfect blend of visual splendor and captivating narratives, creating memories that linger like shadows in the moonlight.

Budapest: Gems of The Castle District Guided Walking Tour!

Budapest: Gems of The Castle District Guided Walking Tour!

Discover the main highlights and many hidden gems of the Castle District in Budapest on a guided walking tour. Explore the Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church, the northern part of the castle hill, Buda Hill, Buda Castle, and the Castle Garden. Meet your guide in front of the Matthias Church, next to the Holy Trinity column with a maroon umbrella. Start your tour by exploring the Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church and a brief introduction to the Holy Trinity column. Head to the Vienna gate, and on the way, discover some hidden gems like the oldest house in Budapest. Discover the ruins of the WW1 from the Maria Magdalene Church. Look at the first Hungarian flag established after WW1 and the cannons, and Buda Hills followed by a walk with scenic views through Lovag Street. On the way, hear a summary of the siege of Budapest in WW2 or the stories of some interesting statues. Walk past the Buda Castle Labyrinth, the House of Houdini, the Statue of Independence, and the Presidential offices. Have a look at the second oldest funicular in the world and the oldest bridge in Budapest. Visit the prettiest fountain in Budapest and the statue of the Hungarian national bird. Explore the Buda Castle and the Lion's Courtyard, and the biggest statue of the hill. Then, discover the Castle Garden and the Varkert Bazaar to end your tour.

Budapest: Guided Tour to the Hospital in the Rock & Castle

Budapest: Guided Tour to the Hospital in the Rock & Castle

Start at the Holy Trinity Statue, from where you walk around the magnificent Matthias Church. Admire the Fishermen's Bastion, a fantastic fairy tale structure offering the best view over the Danube and the Hungarian Parliament building.  Head to the President's Palace and the Royal Palace complexes and walk around the courtyards and fountains, and look at the proud guards outside the palace.  Walk back from the Royal Palace, and explore the other side of the castle. From the medieval walls, you have an excellent view towards the Buda Hills - the western part of the city with its forests and nature parks.  After the guided walking tour enjoy a few minutes break in the entrance hall of the Hospital in the Rock Museum. Receive a skip-the-line ticket from your tour guide and who will help you to join your scheduled visit to the museum. This will be the most exciting part of your tour. Have a 1-hour guided tour in the "Hospital in the Rock" WW2 underground bunker museum. This place used to be a secret military hospital hidden deep down below the Buda Castle. The hospital is part of a system of natural caves and tunnels, that stretches over nearly six miles. The museum that is located in the old rooms of the hospital was established to preserve its rich history.  See many rooms exhibiting hundreds of lifelike wax figures and showing you the story of the underground hospital, that was then turned into an atomic bunker during World War 2. Follow your guide through the tunnels of this place and get a feeling of what life during these times, especially as a wounded soldier must have looked like.

Budapest: Walking Tour in the Buda Castle District

Budapest: Walking Tour in the Buda Castle District

Visit the Buda Castle District on a guided walking tour in Budapest. Learn about the history of this district and see popular sights including the Mary Magdalene Tower, Sándor Palace, and more. Meet your guide near the Vienna Gate, in the heart of the Castle District. Then, set out to explore the Old Town, passing by important historical buildings as you go. See the Mary Magdalene Tower, Matthias Church, the Fisherman's Bastion, and the old Café Ruszwurm, one of Europe's oldest pastry shops, and learn about each of these sights from your guide. Your walking tour continues to the old buildings of Buda Castle which once housed government offices and ministries. Admire the Royal Stables, Sándor Palace, and the Royal Castle, and glimpse the Castle Funicular. Your tour comes to an end outside the Budapest Castle Bazaar. Feel free to keep exploring on your own from here, visiting the nearby Chain Bridge or the Royal Gardens. 

Budapest: Walking Tour in German

Budapest: Walking Tour in German

Set off on a walking tour in the oldest parts of Budapest. Explore Leopard Town (Leopoldstadt), the Chain Bridge, and the Buda Castle areas. Take in the most beautiful views the city has to offer. Discover sights such as St. Stephen's Basilica, the Hungarian Parliament, the Royal Palace, the President's Palace, the Castle Quarter, Matthias Church, and the Fisherman's Bastion. Learn about the turbulent 1,100 years of Hungarian history from the conquest of the country to the most recent democratic changes, as you sample the visual delights of this amazing city. Gain an insider's perspective along the way from a local guide who will answer any questions you might have. Get a perfect introduction to the Hungarian Capital.

Budapest: Segway Grand City Tour (Buda + Margaret + Pest) 3h

Budapest: Segway Grand City Tour (Buda + Margaret + Pest) 3h

This tour takes you all around the big center sight-seeing. The beautiful Buda side, the wonderful Pest side, and Margaret Island This great tour will give you a nice and fast way to discover Budapest and its hidden treasures. Our tour guides will provide historical explanations and photo shoots during the tour. It won't be a regular sightseeing tour; it will be more fun, easier than walking, and entertaining. Our spots are the unique Elizabeth Bridge, Gellert Statue, Castle Garden Bazar, Clark Adam Square, Fisherman Bastion, and the Mathias Church, where we will give 15-20 minutes to enjoy the view of Pest side and take a short coffee or cake time at the Ruszwurm Bakery, which is the oldest bakery in our capital with 196 years. After the stop, we riding to Margaret Island to take a look at the dancing fountain, which plays popular music every hour. If we had enough fun at Margaret Island, we would discover the Parliament building, which is one of the biggest parliament in the world. If we had our history class, we would cover Liberty Square and the Bazilika, the biggest church in our city.

Budapest Private Walking tour

Budapest Private Walking tour

Budapest is a subtle blend of sophistication and simplicity. With the “gentle waves” of the Danube separating the city into Buda and Pest, its long history engulfs every street and every corner, offering you the experience of a lifetime. Budapest has the oldest underground railway in continental Europe, which was built in 1896 and still makes an active part of the public transportation system of Budapest. The trains and stations have been restored according to their original look. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage. Discover the Royal Andrassy Avenue. Have a glimpse of St. Stephen’s Basilica, the third largest church of Hungary, named after the first King of the country and whose right hand is kept in the reliquary of the St. Right Chapel. Pass the Danube Promenade, passing by the pedestrian area on Vaci Street. Enjoy the view of the river that divides Buda from Pest. Go across the Chain Bridge, the oldest permanent bridge of the 8 bridges of Budapest and learn the story of the tongue of the lions that are guarding the entrance of it from both sides. On the Buda side, we will see the Castle Hill Funicular. If you decide to go to the castle with the funicular (payment not by guide), it will provide for a panoramic ride up to the Buda Palace. It is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list just like the whole Castle area. Once we arrive, we’ll get a bird’s eye view of the Danube and the Pest side of the city. Overall, this bohemian city has a fin-de-siècle feel to it, as most of the buildings you will see today were built in the late 19th century, the so-called “golden age” of the Hungarian Capital.

Budapest Highlights Private Bike Tour

Budapest Highlights Private Bike Tour

Ride past the important historic and cultural monuments of Budapest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in itself, on a guided bike tour. Follow your private guide to Vajdahunyad Castle, the Hungarian Parliament, Margaret Island, and more. Take a journey down Andrassy Avenue to Heroes' Square, getting an introduction to Hungary's rich history. Ride on the the bike route to the green City Park, stopping at Vajdahunyad Castle and Szechenyi Thermal Bath. Ride through the charming streets of Inner-Pest, pass the Hungarian State Opera House and St. Stephen's Basilica, and learn about the most interesting relic of Hungarian history. Dive into 20th-century history as you explore Liberty Square. Be captivated by intriguing stories about the communist era and see the last Soviet Memorial of the city. Head to the Hungarian Parliament to take in the panoramic view of Buda Castle, Gellert Hill, and the Buda Hills. You may cross the river through Margaret Bridge and take a short detour into Margaret Island. Enjoy a relaxing ride along the Danube bridges on the scenic bike path of Buda. Pass the Chain Bridge, and Castle Hill Funicular, and take great photos of the Parliament and the Pest side. Listen to fascinating stories about famous landmarks as well as hidden gems from your guide along the way. Get insider tips on the best places to visit or eat and drink afterward.

Budapest Castle Hill Funicular: Our most recommended tours and activities

Budapest: Buda Castle District Walking Tour

Budapest: Buda Castle District Walking Tour

Follow your guide through the history and sights of the Buda Castle District on this walking tour in Budapest. Hear stories from Hungarian history as you see sights like the President's Palace, the Royal Palace, and Fishermen's Bastion. Begin your tour at the Baroque Holy Trinity Statue and walk around the 15th century, Gothic Matthias Church. Admire the fairy-tale like Fishermen's Bastion and take in views of the Danube river and the Parliament building from the Neo-Romanesque terraces. Stroll along the old cobble-stone streets to get to the President's Palace and the Royal Palace complexes. Walk around the courtyards and fountains, and look at the proud guards outside the palace.  Marvel at stunning views of the other side of the city across the majestic Danube River from the royal terraces. Capture pictures of views of the Margaret Bridge, the Chain Bridge, the Elizabeth Bridge, and the Liberty Bridge. Visit the other side of the castle and enjoy an excellent view towards the forested Buda Hills from the medieval walls. End your tour near the Holy Trinity Statue where it began.  The tour does not include an inside visit of the church and royal palace museums. Your tour guide will give you all the instructions on purchasing entry tickets to these sights and their opening times. (Matthias church is closing at 5pm and is often periodically closed in the daytime due to weddings. The castle royal palace museums are always closed on Mondays.)

BloodThirsty Hungary: Walking tour & Dark Historical Stories

BloodThirsty Hungary: Walking tour & Dark Historical Stories

Join us on a captivating journey through the enchanting Castle District—a picture friendly tour that promises stunning photo opportunities at every turn. Explore the charming old town, wander the narrow cobblestone streets, and marvel at the beautifully illuminated historic buildings and landmarks that set the stage for our unforgettable performance. As we pause at must-see landmarks, your guide, a skilled actor, will immerse you in exciting and informative tales of the most bloodthirsty historical figures Hungary had, or had to deal with. Delve into the stories of those who left their mark on the annals of time, and uncover the bloodthirsty tales of triumphs and challenges they faced. Your evening will be a perfect blend of visual splendor and captivating narratives, creating memories that linger like shadows in the moonlight.

Budapest: Gems of The Castle District Guided Walking Tour!

Budapest: Gems of The Castle District Guided Walking Tour!

Discover the main highlights and many hidden gems of the Castle District in Budapest on a guided walking tour. Explore the Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church, the northern part of the castle hill, Buda Hill, Buda Castle, and the Castle Garden. Meet your guide in front of the Matthias Church, next to the Holy Trinity column with a maroon umbrella. Start your tour by exploring the Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church and a brief introduction to the Holy Trinity column. Head to the Vienna gate, and on the way, discover some hidden gems like the oldest house in Budapest. Discover the ruins of the WW1 from the Maria Magdalene Church. Look at the first Hungarian flag established after WW1 and the cannons, and Buda Hills followed by a walk with scenic views through Lovag Street. On the way, hear a summary of the siege of Budapest in WW2 or the stories of some interesting statues. Walk past the Buda Castle Labyrinth, the House of Houdini, the Statue of Independence, and the Presidential offices. Have a look at the second oldest funicular in the world and the oldest bridge in Budapest. Visit the prettiest fountain in Budapest and the statue of the Hungarian national bird. Explore the Buda Castle and the Lion's Courtyard, and the biggest statue of the hill. Then, discover the Castle Garden and the Varkert Bazaar to end your tour.

Budapest: Guided Tour to the Hospital in the Rock & Castle

Budapest: Guided Tour to the Hospital in the Rock & Castle

Start at the Holy Trinity Statue, from where you walk around the magnificent Matthias Church. Admire the Fishermen's Bastion, a fantastic fairy tale structure offering the best view over the Danube and the Hungarian Parliament building.  Head to the President's Palace and the Royal Palace complexes and walk around the courtyards and fountains, and look at the proud guards outside the palace.  Walk back from the Royal Palace, and explore the other side of the castle. From the medieval walls, you have an excellent view towards the Buda Hills - the western part of the city with its forests and nature parks.  After the guided walking tour enjoy a few minutes break in the entrance hall of the Hospital in the Rock Museum. Receive a skip-the-line ticket from your tour guide and who will help you to join your scheduled visit to the museum. This will be the most exciting part of your tour. Have a 1-hour guided tour in the "Hospital in the Rock" WW2 underground bunker museum. This place used to be a secret military hospital hidden deep down below the Buda Castle. The hospital is part of a system of natural caves and tunnels, that stretches over nearly six miles. The museum that is located in the old rooms of the hospital was established to preserve its rich history.  See many rooms exhibiting hundreds of lifelike wax figures and showing you the story of the underground hospital, that was then turned into an atomic bunker during World War 2. Follow your guide through the tunnels of this place and get a feeling of what life during these times, especially as a wounded soldier must have looked like.

Budapest: Walking Tour in the Buda Castle District

Budapest: Walking Tour in the Buda Castle District

Visit the Buda Castle District on a guided walking tour in Budapest. Learn about the history of this district and see popular sights including the Mary Magdalene Tower, Sándor Palace, and more. Meet your guide near the Vienna Gate, in the heart of the Castle District. Then, set out to explore the Old Town, passing by important historical buildings as you go. See the Mary Magdalene Tower, Matthias Church, the Fisherman's Bastion, and the old Café Ruszwurm, one of Europe's oldest pastry shops, and learn about each of these sights from your guide. Your walking tour continues to the old buildings of Buda Castle which once housed government offices and ministries. Admire the Royal Stables, Sándor Palace, and the Royal Castle, and glimpse the Castle Funicular. Your tour comes to an end outside the Budapest Castle Bazaar. Feel free to keep exploring on your own from here, visiting the nearby Chain Bridge or the Royal Gardens. 

Budapest: Walking Tour in German

Budapest: Walking Tour in German

Set off on a walking tour in the oldest parts of Budapest. Explore Leopard Town (Leopoldstadt), the Chain Bridge, and the Buda Castle areas. Take in the most beautiful views the city has to offer. Discover sights such as St. Stephen's Basilica, the Hungarian Parliament, the Royal Palace, the President's Palace, the Castle Quarter, Matthias Church, and the Fisherman's Bastion. Learn about the turbulent 1,100 years of Hungarian history from the conquest of the country to the most recent democratic changes, as you sample the visual delights of this amazing city. Gain an insider's perspective along the way from a local guide who will answer any questions you might have. Get a perfect introduction to the Hungarian Capital.

Budapest: Segway Grand City Tour (Buda + Margaret + Pest) 3h

Budapest: Segway Grand City Tour (Buda + Margaret + Pest) 3h

This tour takes you all around the big center sight-seeing. The beautiful Buda side, the wonderful Pest side, and Margaret Island This great tour will give you a nice and fast way to discover Budapest and its hidden treasures. Our tour guides will provide historical explanations and photo shoots during the tour. It won't be a regular sightseeing tour; it will be more fun, easier than walking, and entertaining. Our spots are the unique Elizabeth Bridge, Gellert Statue, Castle Garden Bazar, Clark Adam Square, Fisherman Bastion, and the Mathias Church, where we will give 15-20 minutes to enjoy the view of Pest side and take a short coffee or cake time at the Ruszwurm Bakery, which is the oldest bakery in our capital with 196 years. After the stop, we riding to Margaret Island to take a look at the dancing fountain, which plays popular music every hour. If we had enough fun at Margaret Island, we would discover the Parliament building, which is one of the biggest parliament in the world. If we had our history class, we would cover Liberty Square and the Bazilika, the biggest church in our city.

Budapest Private Walking tour

Budapest Private Walking tour

Budapest is a subtle blend of sophistication and simplicity. With the “gentle waves” of the Danube separating the city into Buda and Pest, its long history engulfs every street and every corner, offering you the experience of a lifetime. Budapest has the oldest underground railway in continental Europe, which was built in 1896 and still makes an active part of the public transportation system of Budapest. The trains and stations have been restored according to their original look. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage. Discover the Royal Andrassy Avenue. Have a glimpse of St. Stephen’s Basilica, the third largest church of Hungary, named after the first King of the country and whose right hand is kept in the reliquary of the St. Right Chapel. Pass the Danube Promenade, passing by the pedestrian area on Vaci Street. Enjoy the view of the river that divides Buda from Pest. Go across the Chain Bridge, the oldest permanent bridge of the 8 bridges of Budapest and learn the story of the tongue of the lions that are guarding the entrance of it from both sides. On the Buda side, we will see the Castle Hill Funicular. If you decide to go to the castle with the funicular (payment not by guide), it will provide for a panoramic ride up to the Buda Palace. It is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list just like the whole Castle area. Once we arrive, we’ll get a bird’s eye view of the Danube and the Pest side of the city. Overall, this bohemian city has a fin-de-siècle feel to it, as most of the buildings you will see today were built in the late 19th century, the so-called “golden age” of the Hungarian Capital.

Budapest Highlights Private Bike Tour

Budapest Highlights Private Bike Tour

Ride past the important historic and cultural monuments of Budapest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in itself, on a guided bike tour. Follow your private guide to Vajdahunyad Castle, the Hungarian Parliament, Margaret Island, and more. Take a journey down Andrassy Avenue to Heroes' Square, getting an introduction to Hungary's rich history. Ride on the the bike route to the green City Park, stopping at Vajdahunyad Castle and Szechenyi Thermal Bath. Ride through the charming streets of Inner-Pest, pass the Hungarian State Opera House and St. Stephen's Basilica, and learn about the most interesting relic of Hungarian history. Dive into 20th-century history as you explore Liberty Square. Be captivated by intriguing stories about the communist era and see the last Soviet Memorial of the city. Head to the Hungarian Parliament to take in the panoramic view of Buda Castle, Gellert Hill, and the Buda Hills. You may cross the river through Margaret Bridge and take a short detour into Margaret Island. Enjoy a relaxing ride along the Danube bridges on the scenic bike path of Buda. Pass the Chain Bridge, and Castle Hill Funicular, and take great photos of the Parliament and the Pest side. Listen to fascinating stories about famous landmarks as well as hidden gems from your guide along the way. Get insider tips on the best places to visit or eat and drink afterward.

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Jo was very friendly and accommodating to the group! His stories were very interesting and engaging with a flare of comedy. Even helped people find their bus/taxi home. Definitely would recommend to get a bit of dark history about Hungary.

Very interesting visit thanks to the comments of our guide, enriched with historical anecdotes. Excellent value for money for these 2 active hours of discoveries!

Antel was not only a fantastic guide but also a person! He showed us all the gems of the Buda side and answered all our questions happily Best guide !

Great tour with a nice guide. Very interesting facts. Good length of tour around the area. Highly recommend :)

Really enjoyed the tour around castle hill, really interesting insights by the guide!