Classic Walk in Budapest Historical Center
Description
Visit the famous monuments of Pest inner city, the central area of the Hungarian capital, guided in English or other languages. The main attractions of the visit are St. Stephen's Basilica and the Hungarian Parliament building. You will see many dramatic monuments of the freedom fights of a brave nation as well as the traces of cruel invasions and dictatorships of the 20th century. You local tour guide will tell you many legends and stories and inform you about Hungarian traditions and various aspects of the life and current situation in Hungary. All questions are welcome and happily answered. The tour lasts 2 hours normally. It is optimal for people who would like to get a general introduction to the city and advices to get their bearings.
Tour Options
Itinerary
You will enjoy the atmosphere of the famous pedestrian shopping street of Budapest.
You will walk along the "Blue Danube", the biggest river of the European Union. The river view with the historical bridges and Buda Castle on the opposite side is considered one of the most beautiful urban views of the world.
You will see the beautiful dance palace of the Hungarian aristocracy built in the 1860's in Hungarian Romantic style.
You will reach the end of the pedestrian street to find this nice square surrounded by some of the best pastry shops and cafe terraces of the city.
You will walk across the park and explore the Danube Fountain monument and the giant ferris wheel.
You will admire the huge basilica and hear the story of its building and symbolism.
You will see the dramatic monuments of the Nazi and Soviet occupations and dictatorships as well as the miraculous fountain (during the warm season).
You will see the memories of the Hungarian freedom heroes and the 1956 revolution against the Communist dictatorship.
You will admire the most magnifiecent pariliament building of the world with its amazing history.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(7)
We felt the guide needed to explain less and walk more. We made very long stops and felt the stops could have been more interesting.
It was a very small group and the tour guide was very careful to make sure we were in the shade and to walk at a pace that was good for everyone. She was very considerate indeed and have a great run down of the history of Budapest.
Oliver was a friendly, knowledgeable guide who took the time to find out our interests and ensured the tour covered those, plus more. We covered a lot of ground in 2 hours, both in steps and in Hungarian history. Also given advice on where and what to eat/drink. 10/10.
Such good value for such an amazing experience. Our tour guide was amazing, she was so informative, and really went above and beyond what we expected. She showed us all around Budapest, gave us so much information that was unbiased, clear, and really enlightening. She gave us so much information and was so helpful, I would definitely go again!
We had a nice walk with a friendly and helpful guide (Adam) who in addition to English speaks excellent Italian, a tour not to be missed to understand and learn more about a beautiful city. Super recommended.
The historical Pest tour guided by Adam was an impressive journey through Hungarian history and the development of Buda and Pest into one city Budapest. Because Adam lives and studied in Budapest he has enormous knowledge and is excellent at explaining historical, cultural and social developments. Adam also tells the legends around Budapest in a very entertaining way and he had an answer to all our questions. I can really recommend the Pest Tour with Adam, he is a perfect guide!
Adam is very knowledgeable, and the tour was incredible. The tour was given although we were only three participants. He explained details that made it fascinating. Adam was born and lived in Budapest, so he experienced the historical happenings of the last 50 years and can talk about them in an objective way. Highly recommended!
