Flavors of Budapest: Guided Food Tour with Drinks
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Not sure what to eat in Budapest? We’ve got you covered! On our Budapest Food Tour, we organised everything for you to eat like a local and try the most authentic Hungarian street food and traditional dishes. With organised entry at popular eateries, you’ll try the best bites in Budapest and meet the locals who make them. A local guide will take you through District 7, a former Jewish neighbourhood turned nightlife hub. Here you’ll experience the bohemian side of the city as you try authentic street food like traditional soup and Lángos, a deep-fried flatbread. Then you’ll get to see the city’s more glamorous side as you head to fancy restaurants for a sit-down meal. Try Hungarian comfort food like chicken paprikash and pálinka. Then finish with sweet wine from Tokaji, Hungary’s famed wine region, and somlói, a trifle cake with custard. Book now to experience Budapest’s history and culture through its cuisine and meet like-minded travellers along the way!
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Most of Hungarian cuisine has deep roots in Jewish history, telling the resilient story of their people. To better understand the connection between Jewish culture and the food in Budapest, our tour will begin at a synagogue with a brief introduction from an expert guide.
We’ll continue learning about Jewish influence on Hungarian cuisine by strolling through District 7, a former Jewish neighbourhood and home to the biggest synagogue in Europe. Nowadays, it’s known for its vibrant nightlife where you’ll find iconic “ruin bars” and restaurants. They're a trend on social media, but they are still deeply connected to the district’s Jewish roots. You’ll explore the streets with your local guide, who will tell you about the history and how it relates to Hungarian cuisine before experiencing authentic street food. Leave your utensils at home; all you need is an open mind! You’ll be eating on the street like a local before heading to some sit-down spots.
Now it’s time to explore the other side of Budapest, one with a bit more glamour and style. You’ll stroll the city’s most expensive streets, where you’ll head to atmospheric restaurants to try traditional Hungarian dishes. We’ll finish the tour with a sweet treat before you continue the night with your newfound friends!
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Only 18 years old above will be served alcohol
- Can't accommodate Vegan and Gluten Free
Reviews(85)
Our Budapest Food Tour was one of the highlights of our trip! From the moment we met our guide, Estee, we knew we were in for something special. She was warm, knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about sharing the history, culture, and cuisine of Budapest. We began in the historic Jewish Quarter, where Estee brought the area’s fascinating history to life before introducing us to authentic Hungarian specialties. Every stop was thoughtfully chosen, and each dish had its own story. We sampled a wonderful variety of traditional Hungarian foods, from savory street food and hearty local favorites to a delicious dessert and even a taste of Hungarian pálinka. If you’re visiting Budapest, this tour is a must! Ask for Estee if you can? she made the experience unforgettable. Highly recommend! 🇭🇺🍽️
The food stops were very good and some included beer or wine. the portions were sufficient. It was a nice size group and our guide, Agnes, did a great job. It was difficult to hear her sometimes since the streets can be noisy.
Awesome experience. Highly recommend. Come hungry as the portions are very nice size. Walking from place to place helps as well, so you free up some room
Laura was lovely! In addition to describing the food culture of Budapest and Hungary, she gave us nice tidbits of historical information along the way!
This was a great tour to learn historical facts about Budapest while enjoying various Hungarian food and drinks! Nika did a great job!
Niki our tour guide was wonderful. She was very sweet and knowledgeable. It was fun trying all the different foods and drinks.
Very nice tour. Agnes was very knowledgeable. Even though we had done rain we fought through it to experience authentic Hungarian food! Thanks
this was a great experience! we tasted several varieties of food and our guide did a great job of explaining everything there was plenty of food- by the end we were so full!
Our guide Estee was fun and knowledgeable. She taught us a lot about Hungarian foods. She even gave us recommendations for the rest of our trip.
Agnes was great. It was very informative and the food was really good. Perfect afternoon or evening activity
