Budapest Art Nouveau Walking Tour

4.9
(17 reviews)
Budapest, Hungary

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

In the company of a historian, discover Budapest’s most beautiful art nouveau landmarks on this 3-hour, small-group walking tour. Popular from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, the art nouveau aesthetic is distinctive for its colorful, highly decorative, nature-inspired designs. Today, Budapest offers some of the best examples of art nouveau buildings and landmarks in the world.

What's Included

Historian guide
Public transportation passes
Food and drinks
Additional cost if this site is open on the day of your tour: Orthodox Synagogue on Kazinczy street

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

A charming speciality Budapest Coffeeshop, near to the Hungarian Parliament makes a cozy meeting place for our tour.

End point

We conclude at the fascinating orthodox Kazinczy Street Synagogue, decorated in Art Nouveau style. Except on Saturdays, we enjoy a visit to the synagogue's interior.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Gresham Palace

    Admire the facades and interior designs of the glorious Gresham Palace, once an office space and series of luxury apartments, and today Budapest’s most luxurious hotel.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Postatakarek Bank

    Discover the flamboyant Royal Postal Savings Bank, designed by Ödön Lechner, also known as the Gaudi of Hungary, and discuss the interior design elements of the entrance hall.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Thonet House

    Consider the use of tiles in facades that Hungarian Art Nouveau became famous for, as we pause at Thonet House, thanks to innovations by the famous Zsolnay porcelain and ceramics factory in Pécs, a town in the south of Hungary.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Kazinczy Street Synagogue

    We conclude at the fascinating orthodox Kazinczy Street Synagogue, decorated in Art Nouveau style. Except on Saturdays, we enjoy a visit to the synagogue's interior.

    25 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Expect a moderate amount of walking: comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Maximum group size of eight people
Supplied by Insight Cities

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