What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

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

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 4 hours.

Hungary

General sightseeing tour

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: At Saint Stephen's Basilica, in front of California Coffee Company coffee shop..

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4 hours

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Overview

• You will discover the soul of the city during this 4 hours long general sightseeing tour.
• The tour guide will take you to the most famous sites of Budapest, from Heroes' Square to the Buda Castle District. You will hear interesting facts and stories about the Hungarian capital, its history and culture.

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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 tour guide

✗ Not Included

Public transport tickets
Entry to Matthias Church (guided visit on request for extra fee: 5 EUR/person, tour guide is free)

Itinerary

Stop 1

Admire the Millennium Subway (Budapest Metro line 1, built in 1896) with its original stations. While taking the metro, you will see the elegant Andrassy Avenue the 2 miles long historical thoroughfare of the city.

Stop 2

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.

Stop 3

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.

Stop 4

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.

Stop 5

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.

Stop 6

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.

Stop 7

We will take the public bus to the Castle of Buda where we will explore the panoramic terrace of the Royal Palace with the most beautiful view of the city.

Stop 8

See a beautiful fountain made in the 19th century.

Stop 9

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

Stop 10

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.

Stop 11

We will walk around the beautiful Matthias Church built in the Middle Ages in Gothic style. (A short visit inside is also possible on request, but it requires an entrance ticket which costs 5 EUR / person to be paid separately.)

Stop 12

The iconic bridge is under renovation currently (from 2021 to 2022), so instead of walking on it we will need to use the public transport to get to the castle of Buda.

Stop 13

As an option, we can finish the tour in Pest Downtown in front of Saint Stephen's Basilica built for the memory of the first Hungarian king (died in 1038). You will have a chance to visit the church inside on your own after the tour.

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

Optional end point, if you prefer to leave the Castle and return to the downtown after the tour where your tour guide can accompany you with the public transport bus. You can visit Saint Stephen's Basilica inside on your own after the tour. Other end point option: - Your hotel or accommodation

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Good to Know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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)