Buda Castle District Walk with Entry to Matthias Church

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About this activity

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. Your guide will lead you through the Castle area and its historical points, occupations and roles it played throughout the Hungarian history. We'll also show you around inside the Matthias Church and tell its stories and legends. Enjoy the magnificent view over the city from Fisherman’s Bastion.

During this tour, you will see the major sights including Royal Palace, the Presidential Palace, Disz Square, Holy Trinity Square, Hess Andras Square, Buda Tower

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Absolute Tours

Ages: Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Licensed English speaking guide
Included: Skip the line entry and guided tour in Matthias Church

Not included

Not included: Pick-up and drop-off
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Gratuity (optional)

Itinerary

Holy Trinity Column

10 min

The tour starts at the column and your guide will have a short introduction at the beginning of the tour
Fisherman's Bastion

15 min

Guests can enjoy the panorama from the Castle Hill over the city and the Danube, Parliament, Margaret Island
Statue of St Stephen

5 min

The guide will introduce the brief history of Hungary at the statue of the state founder St Stephen
Matthias Church

30 min Admission included

The tour will show you the historical church inside and your guide will give a detailed description.
Becsi kapu

5 min

The guests can see one of the main gates of the Castle area
Church of Saint Mary Magdalene

10 min Admission not included

Guide will explain the story of the church from the middle ages
Arpad Toth Promenade (Setany)

10 min

Peaceful promenade offers a relaxed walk to Disz Square with beautiful view over the Taban district and Buda Hills
Disz Square

Passing by

Of of the entrances of the Castle area
Stop 9

5 min Admission not included

Learn about the story of the funicular and the Castle Tunnel
Buda Castle

10 min

The Palace area is open and guests can enter the inner courtyard. Today the complex houses several museums.
Turul Bird Statue

Passing by

The huge statue of the mythical eagle of the ancient Hungarians facing the Danube from the Castle Hill
Buda Hill Funicular

5 min

See the Castle Hill Funicular in operation and enjoy views of the Chain Bridge from the city walls
Sandor Palace

Passing by

Pass the Presidental Palace of Hungary and the diplomatic residence of the prime minister
Prince Eugene of Savoy's Equestrian Statue

5 min

From the terrace of the Royal Palace you can enjoy a spectacular view over the city.
Fountain of King Matthias

5 min

Discover the legend of King Matthias and Szep Ilonka at the Matthias Fountain in the Palace courtyards
Varhegy

Passing by

Your tour ends in the courtyards of the Royal Palace.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The Holy Trinity Column is in the middle of the square. Your guide will wait for you in front of the column at the stairs.

End point

Tour concludes at the Royal Palace area, near the Funicular

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

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear modest clothing (covering the shoulders and thighs) when visiting the church. Male visitors are requested to enter with a bare head
Diplomatic receptions in the Castle District can alter the tour route any time of the year.
This tour involves 2 hours of walking covering about 4 km / 2.5 miles with stairs, cobblestones and slippery surfaces
Tour goes in all weather con, please dress appropriately
Solo travelers are welcome, discover Budapest alongside fellow travelers.