Private Walking Tour in The Jewish District Budapest
Description
If you're wondering where you can learn about the Jewish diaspora's history, culture, and traditions in Central Europe, Budapest is the best place to look. Thousands of years of Jewish history, with all of its tragic, poetic and comic aspects, are centred in Budapest. We will take a walk through Erzsébetváros, the Jewish district, the most striking and unexpected part of the city, and discover how people live here today. We will talk about the origins of Zionism and the Holocaust, the branches of Judaism and what it is like to be an Orthodox Jew in the modern world. The tour will be led by an Israeli native and a representative of the Jewish diaspora, so this tour will also be fascinating to those already well-versed in the subject. This place is also full of secrets and mysteries, which we will have to find and uncover. We'll peek into the courtyards and courtyard wells and search for Firebirds from Slavic folklore and menorahs covered in whimsical patterns. Come and join us!
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Dohany synagogue is the biggest in Europe and the second in the world. Different from many other “standard” synagogues.
Rumbach synagogue was recently renovated after 60 years of being abandoned. An outstanding example of Moorish-style architecture.
Szimpla kert – is a representative of ruin pub culture in Budapest. Once you enter the building you will never forget the image of it.
We will walk through Budapest’s historic Jewish Quarter.
Kazinczy 55 is an address of a two-story building with a long history and a lot of mystery inside. The façade of the house will reveal all the secrets.
Kosher market – a small shop where you can find all necessities to celebrate Shabbat or any other Jewish holidays.
budapest
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(16)
The guide was very friendly and explained very carefully. I learned more about Hungary’s local Jewish history and the country through this tour. Recommended to everyone
Yu-Hsin (Elise), thank you so much for your kind words — it was a real pleasure meeting you and showing you Budapest’s Jewish history. I’m glad our walk gave you a deeper sense of Hungary and its stories. Wishing you wonderful travels ahead, and you’re always welcome if you come back to Hungary or explore elsewhere in Europe. Warm greetings, Michael
Our tour guide, Misha, was exceptionally well suited for us. Punctual, knowledgeable and passionate about the subject, he shared his knowledge and personal experience. We’d love to take other Budapest tours either Misha.
Dear Berta, Thank you so much for sharing this, we’re delighted you enjoyed the Your Own Budapest: Stories of the Jewish District tour with Misha. He’ll be happy to hear that his stories and personal touch made it memorable for you. You’re always welcome back — whether for another Budapest tour or to discover more with us in the Netherlands, Belgium, Portugal, Morocco, or Serbia. And don’t forget: returning guests always get 10% off.
The tour was very good, our guide Carlos behaved incredible, made our walk through the Jewish Quarter entertaining and above all very educational. Recommended 100 pc
Happy you had a good time on our tour “Your Own Budapest. Stories of The Jewish District”! Hope to see you again for another of our tours — in the Netherlands, Belgium, Portugal, Morocco, Hungary, or Serbia.
We really enjoyed our walking tour of the Jewish District. Our guide was a local who grew up in the area. He was insightful and we learned a lot. I liked that he encouraged questions and really cared about making the most of our time.
Dear Emily, Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our “Your Own Budapest. Stories of The Jewish District” tour about the Jewish diaspora's history, culture, and modern life! Benjamin will be so happy to hear that you enjoyed exploring his neighborhood together — it’s always special to share those local stories and hidden places with curious travelers. We’ve also sent you an email with more info, but just to mention: after your first tour with us, you now have a 10% discount for any of our tours — whether it’s in Hungary, the Netherlands, Portugal, Morocco, Belgium, or Serbia. We’d love to welcome you again anytime! Warm wishes, Mikhael
A wonderful tour, guide approached the topic with sensitivity and passion. But most importantly it was informative and fun!
Dear Daniel, thank you very much for these kind words!
This is a very superficial tour you can easily do on your own , let along find it 30% cheaper if you book it directly with the company . If you are looking for a comprehensive historical background tour , this is NOT it. It’s simply walking through the street and pointing buildings. In fact , our guide not only lack background knowledge, he got some facts wrong . He is sweet and kind but he should not take such responsibility before acquiring more information. So sad to write this but tourist should know what they NOT getting for $300….!
Dear Ohad, Thank you for sharing your feedback. However, we firmly believe your review reflects your dissatisfaction with Tripadvisor’s cancellation policy rather than the tour itself. To clarify the situation: 1. You attempted to cancel the tour multiple times through various channels, followed by repeated demands for a full refund, after the free cancellation period had passed. As clearly outlined in Tripadvisor’s cancellation policy, free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the tour. This policy is stated both on Tripadvisor’s platform and in our tour description. 2. After Tripadvisor refused your refund request, you then decided to attend the tour. However, during the tour, you declined to visit several key sites listed in the itinerary, stating that you had already visited them before. It’s important to note that the full tour itinerary was available prior to booking, so you were fully aware of the planned stops and content. 3. The tour was conducted by one of our most experienced guides, who consistently receives excellent feedback for his deep knowledge and professionalism. We respectfully disagree with your claim that the tour was "superficial," as it contradicts the feedback from many satisfied clients. We regret that your experience was not as expected, but the core issue appears to stem from your dissatisfaction with Tripadvisor's cancellation policy rather than the content or quality of the tour. In the future, we recommend reviewing the cancellation terms more closely to avoid any similar disappointments. We wish you the best in your future travels. Best regards, Anastasia
Very lucky to have a private tour with Michael, very informative of the history of Budapest and the Jewish time in the city. Happy to answer our many questions
Dear Brian, Thanks a lot for your review!
Very interesting historical tour, although the synagogues were closed. Guy pointed out some fascinating sites that we would have never seen on our own.
Thank you very much!
Michael was truly: The best! Full of energy, well spoken, a true gentleman who gave us a great various tour. Would absolutely recommend him. He knows all the best places.
Thank you so much! Michael was very happy to show you Budapest! He sends you many greetings!
Mikael was informative and helpful while providing an opportunity to learn more than just the basics. We enjoyed the chance to gain a new perspective and attempt to see through the eyes of someone familiar with more than just one community.
Thank you so much! Mikhael sends you many greetings!
