Comprehensive sightseeing tour
Description
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.
Tour Options
Itinerary
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
One of the most beautiful opera theatres of the world. You will learn about its interesting history, architecture and rich artworks.
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.
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 one of the most impressing parliament buildings of the world with its amazing history.
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.
See a beautiful fountain made in the 19th century.
Then we will move from the castle of Buda to the palace of the president with the guards in historical uniforms.
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.
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.)
The iconic bridge is under renovation currently (from 2021 to 2022).
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
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.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- 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)
Reviews(16)
It was a wonderful experience to see the sites on foot, up close & personal & hear about the history of Buda/Pest. Our guide, Katalin was superb, friendly, her grasp of the history & facts were amazing. She guided us all over & we experienced the public transportation with ease (thanks to her!). We so enjoyed everything about this tour. Very comprehensive & great intro to the key points of interest which you might just ride by on a bus on another tour.
Outstanding experience, Elisabeth our guide was so knowledgeable and took us to the most important areas of Budapest. We were hesitant to use the public transport but it was really good.
Very thorough Budapest tour. Our guide Elisabeth was perfect for this tour as she showed us most of the important parts and history.
Loved how comprehensive this was and how we were able to focus on what we were interested in. Highly recommend!!
Comprehensive certainly describes this tour. We received a great introduction to all the key points of interest in both Buda and Pest. Our guide, Flora, was amazing—engaging, very knowledgeable and fun to be with!
Excellent Guide. Noémie is very professional, speaks very well French, knows perfectly the history of her country. Plus extremely friendly. We made buda one afternoon then the next fart in the morning. Excellent, Nothing to add
This tour will provide you a comprehensive tour of Budapest and is a great value. We got to see highlights of the Buda side and the Peat side. You will use public transportation when getting around town. In Buda you’ll use a bus and Pest you’ll use the original subway system. Would highly recommend this tour, just be aware that you will do a good amount of walking.
Best tour! Our guide was attentive, flexible, very knowledgeable and went at our pace! This guide is why we do smaller tours and are Viator customers! Ask for her by name (Dalia) if you use this tour.
Very knowledgeable guide and very understanding that it took us ages to photograph every aspect of the sights. She knew the answers to all our questions and had personal perspectives as she grew up here
Dalia was extremely knowledgeable! We learned so much about Budapest and I recommend to anyone, especially if you want to see the highlights in a day
