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Explore Buda Castle on a guided walking tour. Uncover rich Hungarian history through stories and legends; enjoy a slice of iconic Dobos Torta from the era of Empress Sisi, Hungary’s most famous queen.
Enjoy a richly detailed historical walking tour paired with a taste of one of Hungary’s most iconic desserts—the beloved Dobos torta, still cherished by locals today. This is no ordinary cake: it features six layers of soft sponge, filled with rich chocolate buttercream, and finished with a signature caramel topping. As part of your experience, you’ll discover how this famous dessert became a favorite of Empress Sisi—often regarded as Hungary’s most iconic (and famously admired) queen who once used to reside at the very Buda Castle! This is a visit to the royal palace with a real royal treat therefore!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet your guide next to Starbucks Castle next to Fisherman's Bastion with a blue umbrella.
Right next to the castle garden, at the foot of the castle hill by the Varkert Bazar.
Itinerary
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1
- Background of the construction of the Holy trinity column - Brief explanations of the symbolisms of the figures of the column
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Matthias Church
- Background of the foundation of the church - Architectural details
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Fisherman's Bastion
- Interesting statues - exploring the relation of the double cross and the hungarians - panoramic pest views - intriguing legends - short break for photos
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
- statue of Pope Sylvester II - coronation statue of king Matthias - Oldest building of Hungary
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5National Archives of Hungary
- Architectural wonders - Vienna gate - Golden signatures by the Uri street -Statues by the vicinity and their tales
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Church of Saint Mary Magdalene
- Monument of the coronation mantle of the Hungarian kings - Ruins of the WW2
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Arpad Toth Promenade (Setany)
- First flag after the WWII. - Row of Cannons. - View of the Buda hills. - Statue of Szekely Knight. - Brief history of the WWII and siege of Budapest.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Statue of Mounted Andras Hadik
- Most famous Hungarian Knight. - Interesting local trends - Oldest Hungarian Confectionery.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
- Natural cave that was used as a dungeon. - Story of Dracula/Vlad the Impaler.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
- Statue of Independence . - Background of the Hungarian revolution of 1848. - Connecting the symbolisms of of the statues to the original war. - House of Houdini.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
- Offices of the president and the prime ministers. - Ruins of the medieval castles. - Interesting secret stories.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12Buda Hill Funicular
- Second oldest funicular - Zero kilometer stone - oldest bridge of Hungary
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13Turul Bird Statue
- Statue of the national bird of Hungary. - Background of the national bird of Hungary. - storyline of the naming of the Hungarians.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
14Fountain of King Matthias
- Prettiest fountain of Budapest. -A romantic-tragedy
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
15
- Courtyard of the Buda Castle. - Myhtical statues and their explanations on the facade. - Interesting local trends.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
16
- The royal Hungarian stable - Interesting local trends
2 minutes • Admission ticket free -
17Prince Eugene of Savoy's Equestrian Statue
- Biggest statue of the castle district. - Liberator of the Hungarians from the Ottomans. - Fun facts.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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