Comprehensive sightseeing tour

5.0 (16 reviews) 6–7 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Why not discover the famous sites of Budapest in a more measured and comprehensive way. We try to see everything that is important in the adjoining cities. We go up and down to the city of Budapest from the bustling Inner city of Pest, and the Parliament building to the the Royal Palace of Buda and we don't forget to see the Heroes' Square. This is a flexible tour with a professional tour guide which takes public transport or is driven by car, according to the tour option you select.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 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 (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (with public transport or by car, according to the selected tour option)
Included: Professional, licenced tourist guide
Included: Entry to Saint Stephen's Basilica (except Sunday morning religious service)
Included: One hour optional lunch break is possible - this time may be excluded from the tour duration)

Not included

Not included: Entry to Matthias Church (guided visit on request for extra fee: 5 EUR/person, tour guide is free)
Not included: Cost of lunch, or other food and beverage during the tour
Not included: Public transport tickets

Itinerary

Heroes' Square

10 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

15 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

5 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.
Szent Istvan Bazilika

30 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. Open every day, except Sunday morning religious service.
Szabadsag ter

15 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 one of the most impressing parliament buildings of the world with its amazing history.
Buda Castle

45 min

We will cross the river Danube and get to the Castle of Buda where we will explore the panoramic terrace of the Royal Palace with the most beautiful view of the city.
Fountain of King Matthias

5 min

See a beautiful fountain made in the 19th century.
Sandor Palace

5 min Admission not included

Then we will move from the castle of Buda to the palace of the president with the guards in historical uniforms.
Fisherman's Bastion

10 min Admission not included

As a next stop on 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

5 min Admission not included

We will walk around the beautiful Matthias Church built in the Middle Ages in Gothic style. (On request it is possible to visit it inside with your tour guide. The inside visit takes about 30 minutes, and an entrance ticket needs to be purchased.)
Szechenyi Lanchid

Passing by

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

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 217 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

Comprehensive sightseeing tour

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

English tour guide, walking

Bus and subway: Public bus and subway will be used during the tour. The additional cost for transport tickets is: 6 EUR/person.
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
French German Italian, walking

Bus and subway: Public bus and subway will be used during the tour. The additional cost for transport tickets is: 6 EUR/person.