Classic Walk in Budapest Historical Center

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, English, Italian, French
Operated by: Italiano a Budapest

Ages: Children (0–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Live tour guiding

Not included

Not included: Entry to church and museums

Itinerary

Vaci Street

5 min

You will enjoy the atmosphere of the famous pedestrian shopping street of Budapest.
Korzo - Danube Embankment (Dunakorzo)

Passing 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.
Pesti Vigado

10 min Admission not included

You will see the beautiful dance palace of the Hungarian aristocracy built in the 1860's in Hungarian Romantic style.
Vorosmarty Square (Vorosmarty ter)

Passing 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.
Erzsebet ter

15 min

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

20 min Admission not included

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

25 min

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

15 min

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

10 min Admission not included

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

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Small-Group Tour in English

Private Guide Option: No one else will join if you book this option for more than 6 people.

Limited Group Size: Choose this option if you want to avoid a larger group of other tourists.

Maximum Group Size: You will be either guided privately or with only a few other people, in a small group of no more than 10.
Public Tour in English

Group Tour: This option is for those who are happy to join a larger group of other travelers for their guided tour.