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Essential Walking Tour

4.9(118 reviews)Budapest, HungaryOperated by Tourist Angel
  • Duration3 hours
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesGerman, English, Italian
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

• Enjoy a 3-hour walking tour, taking in all the most beautiful views and sights the city has to offer. • Experience the most prominent sights and authentic culture of Budapest. • The walking tour covers sights such sights as Buda Castle and the Royal Palace, Matthias Church, the Fishermen's Bastion, Chain Bridge and Saint Stephen's Basilica. • Discover the local culture, and hear a lot of interesting stories from Hungarian history. • On the way you'll get an insider's perspective from a local guide who will answer any questions you might have. • The tour guide is flexible and you will have enough time and opportunity to take pictures and do the tour comfortably.  • Perfect for all types of travellers, irrespective of age, this is a fantastic way to experience this vibrant city. • We recommend it especially for those who visit Budapest for the first time.

What to expect

3 hours7 stopsPrivate tour

  1. Szent Istvan Bazilika

    Szent Istvan ter 1, Budapest, 1051, Hungary

    20 minutesAdmission not included

    You will see the most monumental religious building of the Hungarian capital dedicated to Saint Stephen the first Hungarian king. You will have an option to visit the Basilica inside.

  2. Hungarian Parliament Building

    Kossuth Lajos Ter 1-3, Budapest, 1055, Hungary

    15 minutesAdmission not included

    Take a photographic walk around the most impressive, iconic palace of the city, and the impressive square surrounding it.

  3. Buda Castle

    Szent Gyorgy Ter, Budapest, 1014, Hungary

    50 minutes

    We will take the public transport to the Castle of Buda. We will visit the famous Buda Castle: first we will explore the panoramic terrace of the Royal Palace with the most beautiful view of the city.

  4. Fountain of King Matthias

    Szent Gyorgy U, Budapest Castle Courtyard, Budapest, 1014, Hungary

    10 minutes

    See a beautiful fountain made in the 19th century.

  5. Sandor Palace

    Szent Gyorgy ter 1-2., Budapest, 1014, Hungary

    15 minutesAdmission not included

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

  6. Fisherman's Bastion

    Szentharomsag Ter, Budapest, 1014, Hungary

    15 minutesAdmission 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.

  7. Matthias Church

    Szentharomsag ter 2, Budapest, 1014, Hungary

    15 minutesAdmission not included

    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.)

Pickup & meeting point

You can choose either hotel/location pickup or to meet the guide at the start point.

Pickup starts about 10 minutes before the departure time.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Start

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

End

Pickup locations225

The operator lists 225 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences40

  • Callas HouseAndrassy ut 20, Budapest, 1061, Hungary
  • ROOMbach Hotel Budapest CenterRumbach Sebestyen utca 14, Budapest, 1075, Hungary
  • Museum Guest House 21st Floor Karoly koerut 10, Budapest, 1052, Hungary
  • Apaczai HostelPapnoevelde utca 6, Budapest, 1056, Hungary
  • Hostel DanubeCsengery utca 33, Budapest, 1067, Hungary
  • Exe Budapest CenterKossuth Lajos Utca 7-9, Budapest, 1053, Hungary
  • NH Collection Budapest City CenterOsvat Utca 2-8, Budapest, 1073, Hungary
  • Hotel ClassicZolyomi ut 6, Budapest, 1118, Hungary
  • Stories Boutique HotelKiraly Utca 26, Budapest, 1061, Hungary
  • La Prima Fashion HotelPiarista Str. 6, Budapest, 1052, Hungary
  • Leonardo Hotel BudapestTompa utca 30-34, Budapest, 1094, Hungary
  • Hotel CharlesHegyalja ut 23, Budapest, 1016, Hungary
  • Hotel MediterranBudaoersi Ut 20A, Budapest, 1118, Hungary
  • Hotel Memories BudapestWesselenyi Utca 4, Budapest, 1077, Hungary
  • The Grand Budapest HotelHungary
  • Three Corners Hotel AnnaGyulai Pal utca 14, Budapest, 1085, Hungary
  • Villa Hotel KristalTars utca 9, Budapest, 1118, Hungary
  • Castle Hill HostelLogodi utca 57., Budapest, 1012, Hungary
  • Corinthia BudapestErzsebet Krt. 43-49, Royal Spa, Budapest, 1073, Hungary
  • Star Hotel by Mellow Mood HotelsIstvan Utca 14, Budapest, 1078, Hungary
  • Budapest Panorama CentralKaroly Korut 10, Budapest, 1052, Hungary
  • Pullman BudapestNagymezo U. 38, Budapest, 1065, Hungary
  • Alfa Hotel FiestaKiraly utca 20, Budapest, 1061, Hungary
  • Travellers Hostel SchonherzIrinyi Utca 42, District XI, Budapest, Hungary
  • Alex PensionUlloi ut 24, Gyomro, Budapest, 2230, Hungary
  • Summer Season HostelFelvinci ut 8, Budapest, 1022, Hungary
  • Express HotelBeethoven utca 7, Budapest, 1126, Hungary
  • Boutique Residence BudapestHercegprimas U. 11. I. Em, Budapest, 1051, Hungary
  • Capital HostelAndrassy ut 1, Budapest, 1061, Hungary
  • Martos HotelStoczek utca 5-7, Budapest, 1111, Hungary
  • Studio SixJokai ter 6VI ker, Budapest, 1061, Hungary
  • Charm Hotel BudapestSo Utca 6, Budapest, 1056, Hungary
  • TL Hotel BudapestEotvos Utca 25/A, Budapest, 1067, Hungary
  • Summer Hotel HillMenesi ut 5, Budapest, 1118, Hungary
  • Smart Hotel BudapestLovolde ter 4, Budapest, 1068, Hungary
  • Danubius Hotel Astoria City CenterKossuth Lajos utca 19-21, Budapest, 1053, Hungary
  • Gold Hotel BudapestHegyalja Ut 14, Budapest, 1016, Hungary
  • Adina BudapestHegedus Gyula utca 52, Budapest, 1133, Hungary
  • KulterinovSzentharomsag ter 6, Budapest, 1014, Hungary
  • Radio InnBenczur utca 19, Budapest, 1068, Hungary
  • You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

Upon request the tour guide will go to your hotel or any alternative meeting point in downtown. Drop-off at your hotel is also possible if you require. Pickup and drop-off is on foot and by public transport, not by car. No extra fee is charged for this service.

Pickup details by option

Pickup & meeting point

Applies to: English tour

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Pickup starts about 10 minutes before the departure time.

Start

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

End
  • You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.

Pickup instructions

Upon request the tour guide will go to your hotel or any alternative meeting point in downtown. Drop-off at your hotel is also possible if you require. Pickup and drop-off is on foot and by public transport, not by car. No extra fee is charged for this service.

Pickup & meeting point

Applies to: English tour 10:30am

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Pickup starts about 10 minutes before the departure time.

Start

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

End
  • You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.

Pickup instructions

Upon request the tour guide will go to your hotel or any alternative meeting point in downtown. Drop-off at your hotel is also possible if you require. Pickup and drop-off is on foot and by public transport, not by car. No extra fee is charged for this service.

What's included

Included

  • On request pickup is possible at your hotel. Pickup is on foot and by public transport, not by car.
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide
  • Walking tour with public transport breaks
  • Private tour only for you and your family/friends
  • Good for avoiding crowds

Not included

  • Entrance fee for Saint Stephen's Basilica
  • Food and beverage during the tour
  • Public transport ticket

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 10 travellers per booking
  • Age bands: Child (0–14), Adult (15–100)

Additional information

  • The tour is mostly on foot. Public transport service will be used to go to the Castle of Buda and to return. It will cost 4 EUR/person.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Supplier is not responsible for unforeseen delays or accidents

Languages

Guide
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 4 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/Budapest
Product code
42727P6

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements
  • Drop-off address
  • How you are arriving
  • Transfer departure date
  • How you are departing
  • Departure pickup address
  • Cruise arrival time
  • Cruise ship name
  • Cruise departure time

Traveller reviews

4.9/ 5118 reviews
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Ratings aggregated from Viator (73) and Tripadvisor (45).

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