Budapest Castle District Walking Tour

4.9
(576 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the magic of Buda Castle Hill with our unique tour experience. Forget about navigating the maze of attractions and searching for the best photo spots – our comprehensive itinerary has you covered, saving you valuable time while ensuring you don't miss a thing.

The small booking fee you have paid to Viator is an administrative and marketing fee to guarantee your spot on the tour. You are encouraged to tip your guide what you feel the tour was worth at the end. Most guests tip €10 per person, some even more. Our guides work very hard for tips, and you are guaranteed to have a great tour!

Important note: Groups of 8 or more people are required to contact us at least 24 hours in advance and they have to pay a minimum 8 €/ person minimum fee for the tour to our tour guide, whether they booked as a group or separately.

What's Included

The booking fee is directed towards administration and does not contribute to the guide's earnings.
Booking fee
tips to your tour guide
Our guides depend entirely on your donations at the end of the tour.The amount is at your choice.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your tour guide at the metro exit in the park, near benches and the small Lipóti Pékség kiosk. Look for the St. Anna Baroque Church about 30 meters away. Across the Danube, you’ll see the Parliament. Your guide will hold a small blue flag. The meeting point is shown in the group photo.

End point

Conclusion point is located in 30 minute walk from the place we met.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Batthyany Square

    Our fully licensed local ( born and bred Budapester) tour guide will meet you at the metro exit in the park and will introduce the itinerary of Budapest Castle District tour, one of the most historically significant landmarks in the city. Buda Castle District is made up of the Royal Palace, Matthias Church, Fisherman's Bastion, Maria Magdalena Church Tower and other important buildings, urban public art mini monuments, look out terraces and an underground cave system.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Matthias Church

    Learn about the 800 years of history of the area that was the scene of several wars and occupations with the in-depth commentary of your guide. Learn about the German, Jewish and Hungarian populations everyday life in the district. We do not enter the church.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Fisherman's Bastion

    You will learn about the connection between Walt Disney and the Fisherman's Bastion, what the difference is between a cross with one, two or three strips and we tell you how to enjoy a free view from the Castle Hill.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We introduce you the Medieval Jewish Prayer House and the beautiful baroque residential buildings around it.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    National Archives of Hungary

    We show you the massive destructions of WWII, and tell you where the Nazi stronghold was. You will also see where the rich Hungarians live and where the Muslim site of pilgrimage is for Gül Baba the Ottoman Turkish monk and soldier.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum

    We introduce you the life of the undrground Castle Hill, the labyrinths and tell you its role in defense over the centuries. You will see the funniest public statues in Budapest and learn about the womanizer light cavarly fighters called "huszar".

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Buda Castle

    You will see the massive building that once was the residence of the Hungarian kings, that was rebuilt many times because of war destructions; learn about the mythical bird of the Hungarians, see where the president and prime ministers offices are located and much much more.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Prince Eugene of Savoy's Equestrian Statue

    You will see the beautiful panorama of Pest side of the River Danube from the terrace. If you are lucky we test your knowledge with tricky questions about the major Castle Hill landmarks and life of the Hungarians. Tour will be finished with practical information and there will be time to answer your remaining questions.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please consider your health and ability to complete a 10 minute uphill walk.
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