Classic Budapest Private Walking Tour

18 Ratings
  • Live Guide
  • Pickup Service
  • Private Tour
  • E-Ticket

On this 4-hour, private walking tour, expect to discover Budapest’s quintessential historic sites. The Hungarian capital is famous for its old-world, historic charm, which you’ll explore when you visit landmarks ranging from the Royal Palace and Matthias Church on the Buda side of the river to St. Stephen’s Basilica and Andrássy Avenue on the Pest side of the river. Though your itinerary is customizable, count on seeing the city’s top highlights and look forward to a coffee stop at a grand café, too.

Itinerary Details

Operated by: CurioCity Budapest

This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Matthias Church

We may see the oldest church of Buda Castle that's famous for its neo-gothic architecture and its outstanding beauty. The site is special for the view from the nearby Fisherman's Bastion. Admission fee is not included but will be highly recommended by your guide.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Hungarian State Opera House (Magyar Allami Operahaz)

At this landmark, we shall discover the rich neo-Renaissance architecture of one of the world's most beautiful opera houses. Current constructions do not allow visitors to enter but the recently finished exterior presents the building at its finest.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Szechenyi Lanchid

The emblematic bridge of Budapest is currently under construction and closed off of any traffic. However, it still emphasizes the view of the city, therefore we shall explore its history from a viewpoint.

Stop At: St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika)

The most grandiose church building in Budapest was built over generations and stands gloriously now in the heart of the city. A building worthy to visit not only for its history and beauty. Admission is not free but it will be highly recommended by your guide.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Heroes' Square

We shall explore Hungarian history by going through every piece of this landmark built specifically to celebrate the thousand years of the Hungarian nation. This site will introduce us to Hungarian history and the importance of Budapest in it.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Vajdahunyad Castle (Vajdahunyadvar)

Alongside the ever-different parts of this castle, your guide will take you through this building complex dedicated to Hungarian architecture as such. Admission is not free but highly recommended.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Szechenyi Baths and Pool

We shall visit the building complex of the city's most well-known baths as we explore its lush architecture. Entry is not included in the tour.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Andrassy Avenue

Connecting Heros' Square with the heart of the city, we may visit parts of this boulevard offering us a glimpse of its rich collection of villas, neo-renaissance city palaces, cultural landmarks, and institutions. Known as the Hungarian Champs-Elysé, it is truly a collection of riches.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Hungarian Parliament Building

We shall visit the breathtaking Parliament building and also mention-worthy sites surrounding it. The neo-gothic style of the parliament and the diverse architecture around it makes it an unmissable part of Budapest. Entry is not included in the tour.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: CURIOCITY Budapest

Be our guest for a complimentary drink or a coffee.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Szabadsag Ter

We will walk along the square that serves as a memorial site for both regimes that ruled over Hungary in the past century. The grandiose buildings framing this square also makes it remarkable for any visitor.

Duration: 15 minutes
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