Private Buda Castle Walk with Entry to Matthias Church

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Get a historical overview of the Buda Castle District, walk through the small cobblestone streets and squares with a professional local guide. You'll get a feel for its medieval aspects from the first stone laid to the present day use. You will enjoy a guided tour inside of the coronation church, Matthias Church with its stories and legends. Enjoy the magnificent view over the city from Fisherman’s Bastion.

You’ll walk through these major historical points and learn how the Castle District survived and helped its inhabitants defend and live through invasions and occupations for centuries. Some of the major sights including Royal Palace, the Presidential Palace, Funicular, Disz Square, Holy Trinity Square, Buda Tower.

What's Included

Skip the line entry to Matthias Church
English speaking guide
Coffee/tea or soft drink
Pick-up and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in Buda Castle District 1014 Szentharomsag ter (Square), Holy Trinity column in the middle of the square.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Fisherman's Bastion

    Enjoy a fascinating view of the entire city from the Fishermen's Bastion.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Matthias Church

    Skip the line entry and guided visit awaits you inside of the most historical coronation church of Budapest.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Walk through one of the oldest stoned streets of Buda and learn interesting stories of the past

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Becsi Kapu Square

    Enjoy the architecture of the square and climb on the gate for a great view over the Buda Hilss

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Learn about the history of the church and the square.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Arpad Toth Promenade (Setany)

    Walk through one of the nicest promenades of Budapest.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Disz Square

    Nice, historical square on the way to the Palace

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Sandor Palace

    See the guards at the Presidental Palace

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Buda Castle

    Learn about the history of Buda Palace through the centuries

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You will need to be fit for light continuous walking, for up to 2 hours
  • Tour goes in all weather conditions so please dress appropriately
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Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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