Comprehensive sightseeing tour
Overview
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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What's Included
✓ Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (with public transport or by car, according to the selected tour option)
- Professional, licenced tourist guide
- Entry to Saint Stephen's Basilica (except Sunday morning religious service)
- One hour optional lunch break is possible - this time may be excluded from the tour duration)
✗ Not Included
- Entry to Matthias Church (guided visit on request for extra fee: 5 EUR/person, tour guide is free)
- Cost of lunch, or other food and beverage during the tour
- Public transport tickets
Itinerary
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Stop 1
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.
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Stop 2
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.
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Stop 3
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.
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Stop 4
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.
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Stop 5
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.
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Stop 6
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.
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Stop 7
One of the most beautiful opera theatres of the world. You will learn about its interesting history, architecture and rich artworks.
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Stop 8
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.
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Stop 9
You will see the dramatic monuments of the Nazi and Soviet occupations and dictatorships as well as the miraculous fountain (during the warm season).
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Stop 10
You will see the memories of the Hungarian freedom heroes and the 1956 revolution against the Communist dictatorship.
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Stop 11
You will admire one of the most impressing parliament buildings of the world with its amazing history.
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Stop 12
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.
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Stop 13
See a beautiful fountain made in the 19th century.
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Stop 14
Then we will move from the castle of Buda to the palace of the president with the guards in historical uniforms.
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Stop 15
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.
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Stop 16
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.)
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Stop 17
The iconic bridge is under renovation currently (from 2021 to 2022).
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
At Saint Stephen's Basilica, in front of California Coffee Company coffee shop.
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End Point
At Saint Stephen's Basilica, in front of California Coffee Company coffee shop.
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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)
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