Budapest Private Full Day City Sightseeing Tour Walking or by Car

4.9 (376 reviews) 7–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Capture memories of all of the most famous sights in Budapest on this exciting 8-hour private city tour. Get a true feel for the city as you walk down both sides of the river with your professional guide. Enjoy hassle free meeting with the guide at your hotel before heading out on your full day adventure.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: German, English, Italian, French
Operated by: Tourist Angel

Ages: Children (0–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (with public transport or by car, according to the selected tour option)
Included: One hour optional lunch break is possible - this time may be excluded from the tour duration
Included: Professional, licenced and enthusiast guide
Included: Entry to churches upon request: St. Stephen's Basilica, Matthias Church
Included: French, German, Italian, and English guides available if option selected

Not included

Not included: Cost of lunch, or other food and beverage during the tour
Not included: Public transport tickets
Not included: Churches are closed during service time on Sunday morning
Not included: Churches may be closed on Saturdays due to wedding ceremonies

Itinerary

Szent Istvan Bazilika

45 min Admission included

You will visit the impressive Saint Stephen's Basilica built for the memory of the first Hungarian king (died in 1038). It has many statues and frescoes, as well as the mummified right hand of the first king.

The church is open every day, except Sunday morning religious service.
Szabadsag ter

20 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).
Hungarian Parliament Building

20 min Admission not included

You will admire one of the most impressing parliament buildings of the world with its amazing history.
Kossuth Lajos Square

15 min

You will see the memories of the Hungarian freedom heroes and the 1956 revolution against the Communist dictatorship.
Shoes on the Danube Bank

20 min

A shocking monument of local Jewish martyrs of the WW2 genocide.
Central Market Hall

40 min

Admire the architecture of the greatest historical market hall of the world. There are hundreds of food vendors and souvenir shops. If you wish you we can spend enough time on shopping or tasting some typical Hungarian market snack.
Hungarian National Museum

Passing by

The captivating building of the oldest Hungarian museum.
Deak Ferenc Square

Passing by

The central traffic junction of Budapest. From here you can enter the old town of Pest, and the Inner City commercial and touristy center.
Buda Castle

one hour

We will cross the river Danube and get to the Castle of Buda from where you will see the most beautiful panoramic view of the city. The Castle Quarter is the oldest district of Budapest plenty of cute Medieval dwelling houses.
Fisherman's Bastion

15 min Admission not included

As the last stop of the tour you will have the chance to admire one of the most beautiful and fascinating places in Budapest, the Fishermen's Bastion with the famous panorama over the river Danube and the Hungarian Parliament building.
Matthias Church

30 min Admission included

We will walk around the beautiful Matthias Church built in the Middle Ages in Gothic style. Upon request it is possible to visit it inside with your tour guide. The inside visit takes about 30 minutes and includes all the rich artworks as well as a small historical exhibition on the upper floor.

The church is closed on Sunday mornings during religious service, and sometimes on Saturdays due to wedding ceremonies.
Szechenyi Lanchid

Passing by

The iconic bridge is under renovation currently (from 2021 to 2022).
Heroes' Square

20 min

Walk through the impressive Heroes' Square, the largest square in Budapest. In the middle of the square you find the Millennium Monument, while on its two sides you will see the Arts Hall and the Fine Arts Museum.
Millenium Monument Budapest

10 min

Visit the Millennium Monument, commemorating 1000 years of Hungarian history. In front of the monument you will find the grave of the unknown heroes, while in the colonnades around you can admire the statues of the greatest kings and leaders of the country.
Vajdahunyad Castle

30 min

Explore Budapest City Park, the oldest public park in the world. Walk over a bridge to reach an island on the lake, home to the romantic Vajdahunyad Castle. All around the courtyard there are copies of buildings representing different periods and styles of Hungarian architecture.
Anonymus Szobor

5 min

In the inner courtyard of the castle you will discover the interesting statue of Anonymus, the first history writer of Hungary who lived in the 12th century.
Szechenyi Thermal Bath and Swimming Pool

5 min

You will pass by the main building of the famous Szechenyi Baths, the largest thermal bath of Europe. Through the windows you will be able to see the outdoor pools and people swimming in the warm water.
Andrassy Avenue

Passing by

Admire the elegant Andrassy Avenue, the 2 miles long historical thoroughfare of the city. The Millennium Subway (Budapest Metro line 1, built in 1896) runs under the avenue, and preserved its beautiful original stations.
Hungarian State Opera House - Magyar Allami Operahaz

15 min Admission not included

One of the most beautiful opera theatres of the world. You will learn about its interesting history, architecture and rich artworks.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

At Saint Stephen's Basilica, in front of California Coffee Company coffee shop.

End point

At Saint Stephen's Basilica, in front of California Coffee Company coffee shop.

Pickup points

Callas House
ROOMbach Hotel Budapest Center
Museum Guest House 2
Apaczai Hostel
Hostel Danube
Exe Budapest Center
NH Collection Budapest City Center
Hotel Classic
Stories Boutique Hotel
La Prima Fashion Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Budapest
Hotel Charles

and 213 more pickup points

If you require a pickup at your hotel or accommodation, the tour guide will be at the reception desk of the hotel or in front of the accommodation address. Otherwise the tour guide will be at the default Departure Point.

After the tour drop-off is possible at your hotel or in any selected point of the city.

Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off is with public transport or by car, according to the selected tour option. No extra fee is charged for this service.

Using your ticket

Dress code is smart casual: in case of rain, appropriate clothes and umbrella are recommended

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

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (covering your legs and shoulders is required in church areas)
Supplier is not responsible for unforeseen delays or accidents
Transportation to/from attractions is according to the selected tour option (on public transport or by car)

Options

French German Italian, walking

Bus and subway: Public bus and subway will be used during the tour. The additional cost for transport tickets is: 8 EUR/person.

Pickup included
Comfortable tour by car

Extra sight accessible by car: Thanks to our increased mobility, there is an extra option: Gellert Hill with the best urban view can be added as a highlight

Modification of the route: If the Gellert Hill option is chosen, an other sight may be skipped due to tour length (we suggest to skip Parliament Square)

Comfortable car or van

Pickup included
English tour guide, walking

Bus and subway: Public bus and subway will be used during the tour. The additional cost for transport tickets is: 8 EUR/person.

Pickup included