Budapest Art Nouveau Walking Tour

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About this activity

In the company of a historian, discover Budapest’s most beautiful art nouveau landmarks on this 3-hour, small-group walking tour. Popular from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, the art nouveau aesthetic is distinctive for its colorful, highly decorative, nature-inspired designs. Today, Budapest offers some of the best examples of art nouveau buildings and landmarks in the world.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Insight Cities

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Historian guide

Not included

Not included: Public transportation passes
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Additional cost if this site is open on the day of your tour: Orthodox Synagogue on Kazinczy street

Itinerary

Gresham Palace

20 min

Admire the facades and interior designs of the glorious Gresham Palace, once an office space and series of luxury apartments, and today Budapest’s most luxurious hotel.
Postatakarek Bank

20 min

Discover the flamboyant Royal Postal Savings Bank, designed by Ödön Lechner, also known as the Gaudi of Hungary, and discuss the interior design elements of the entrance hall.
Thonet House

20 min

Consider the use of tiles in facades that Hungarian Art Nouveau became famous for, as we pause at Thonet House, thanks to innovations by the famous Zsolnay porcelain and ceramics factory in Pécs, a town in the south of Hungary.
Kazinczy Street Synagogue

25 min Admission not included

We conclude at the fascinating orthodox Kazinczy Street Synagogue, decorated in Art Nouveau style. Except on Saturdays, we enjoy a visit to the synagogue's interior.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

A charming speciality Budapest Coffeeshop, near to the Hungarian Parliament makes a cozy meeting place for our tour.

End point

We conclude at the fascinating orthodox Kazinczy Street Synagogue, decorated in Art Nouveau style. Except on Saturdays, we enjoy a visit to the synagogue's interior.