Classic Walk in Budapest Historical Center

4.4
(7 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 3 more

Visit the famous monuments of Pest inner city, the central area of the Hungarian capital, guided in English or other languages. The main attractions of the visit are St. Stephen's Basilica and the Hungarian Parliament building. You will see many dramatic monuments of the freedom fights of a brave nation as well as the traces of cruel invasions and dictatorships of the 20th century.

You local tour guide will tell you many legends and stories and inform you about Hungarian traditions and various aspects of the life and current situation in Hungary. All questions are welcome and happily answered.

The tour lasts 2 hours normally. It is optimal for people who would like to get a general introduction to the city and advices to get their bearings.

What's Included

Live tour guiding
Entry to church and museums

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of the cafe/pastry shop "Molnar's Kürtöskalacs".

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Vaci Street

    You will enjoy the atmosphere of the famous pedestrian shopping street of Budapest.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Korzo - Danube Embankment (Dunakorzo) (Pass by)

    You will walk along the "Blue Danube", the biggest river of the European Union. The river view with the historical bridges and Buda Castle on the opposite side is considered one of the most beautiful urban views of the world.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Pesti Vigado

    You will see the beautiful dance palace of the Hungarian aristocracy built in the 1860's in Hungarian Romantic style.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Vorosmarty Square (Vorosmarty ter) (Pass by)

    You will reach the end of the pedestrian street to find this nice square surrounded by some of the best pastry shops and cafe terraces of the city.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Elizabeth Square

    You will walk across the park and explore the Danube Fountain monument and the giant ferris wheel.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika)

    You will admire the huge basilica and hear the story of its building and symbolism.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Szabadsag ter

    You will see the dramatic monuments of the Nazi and Soviet occupations and dictatorships as well as the miraculous fountain (during the warm season).

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Kossuth Lajos Square

    You will see the memories of the Hungarian freedom heroes and the 1956 revolution against the Communist dictatorship.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Hungarian Parliament Building

    You will admire the most magnifiecent pariliament building of the world with its amazing history.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Italiano a Budapest

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Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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