Verleden en heden van de Joodse wijktour in Boedapest
Beschrijving
We bieden een diep persoonlijke verkenning van de geschiedenis door middel van ontroerende verhalen, naast inzichten in de levendige hedendaagse cultuur van Boedapest, waaronder het beroemde nachtleven en de urban art scene. Naast het verdiepen in de rijke historische betekenis van de Joodse wijk, vallen onze tours op door hun nadruk op het ontdekken van verborgen symbolen en minder bekende verhalen, waardoor een uitgebreid begrip wordt geboden dat verder gaat dan typische toeristische ervaringen. Dit is een groepsreis en vereist een minimum van 4 deelnemers om te kunnen werken. In het geval dat het minimum aantal niet wordt bereikt, ontvangt u een volledige terugbetaling. Belangrijke opmerking : Groepen van 8 of meer personen moeten ten minste 24 uur van tevoren contact met ons opnemen en ze moeten een minimumbedrag van 8 € / persoon betalen voor de tour, of ze nu als groep of afzonderlijk boeken.
Rondreisopties
Reisroute
We ontmoeten en begroeten je op het Elizabeth-plein (Erzsébet tér in het Hongaars) waar onze lokale gids met volledige licentie op onze reizigers wacht. We schetsen de route en de belangrijkste bezienswaardigheden onderweg waaronder de grootste synagoge van Europa en vertellen over de Joden van Hongarije. We gaan ons richten op van de Belle Epoque of Gouden Eeuw tot de vernietiging.
Hier spreken we over "Gaudiopolis", de Stad van Vreugde in het Latijn en Schutzpass die duizenden Joodse levens heeft gered. We laten je ook de voormalige middeleeuwse stadsmuurruïnes zien die Joodse mensen uitsloten om handel te drijven binnen de stadsgrenzen.
Je leert alles wat je moet weten over de grootste synagoge van Europa, de neologen en orthodoxe bewegingen, het zionisme. Tour komt niet de synagoge binnen, maar je ziet de Memorial Courtyard en de begraafplaats van buitenaf.
Je leert over de prachtig gerestaureerde Rumbach-straatsynagoge en de prachtige muurschilderingen en andere stukken stedelijke straatkunst. We gaan de synagoge niet binnen.
We passeren de Gozsdu Passage en leren over het verleden en heden. Deze passage combineert entertainment, gastronomie en cultuur, markt en nog veel meer. Je ziet ook het laatste stuk van de gettomuur.
We stoppen net buiten de Kazinczy-straat Synagouge, die behoort tot de orthodoxe gemeenschap van 50-60 gezinnen. We spreken ook over het koosjer eten, het joodse rituele bad en nog veel meer. We gaan de synagoge niet binnen.
We laten je nog meer muurschilderingen en stedelijke straatkunst zien en nemen je mee naar de Szimpla Ruin Bar waar je pop-uptentoonstellingen kunt zien en je een laatste oriëntatie kunt geven.
Hoogtepunten
Wat is inbegrepen
Beoordelingen van reizigers
Belangrijke informatie
- Rolstoeltoegankelijk
- Baby's en kleine kinderen kunnen in een wandel- of kinderwagen mee
- Hulpdieren toegestaan
- Opties voor openbaar vervoer zijn in de buurt aanwezig
- Vervoersopties zijn rolstoeltoegankelijk
- Alle plaatsen en oppervlakken zijn rolstoeltoegankelijk
- Geschikt voor alle condities
Beoordelingen(293)
This was not a super long tour in terms of walking because we mostly were focused on a small area. The tour guide, Gary, was very nice and knowledgeable. I wish there could have been more exploration on how the wave of antisemitism in Hungary started because that part of the review was kind of quick. He also gave us several recommendations for places to visit.
Thank you, Luis! So glad Gary's knowledge and warmth came through on the Past and Present of Budapest Jewish District Tour. We really appreciate your feedback about wanting more depth on the roots of antisemitism in Hungary — that's valuable insight, and we'll look at how we can give that part of the story the space it deserves. Thank you too for passing along Gary's recommendations — glad they added to your visit! Warm regards, Agnes & the TripToBudapest Team
Our Jewish heritage tour in Budapest was one of the highlights in such a great city. The guide KRISTINA was extremely knowledgeable, providing fascinating insights into the history, culture, and resilience of Budapest’s Jewish community. Visiting the stunning Dohány Street Synagogue, the Jewish Quarter, and a few Holocaust memorial sites gave us a much deeper understanding of the city’s past and present. It does not include the shoes on the river which is a must. Did not include any admissions to the three synagogues. Tour was about 2 Hours. The pace was comfortable, and our guide was happy to answer questions and share personal stories that brought the history to life. We appreciated how the tour balanced historical facts with cultural experiences. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Budapest, whether you have a Jewish background or simply want to learn more about this important part of the city’s history.
Dear Randy, Thank you so much for this thoughtful review. We're delighted Kristina's knowledge and storytelling made the history feel so personal — that balance of facts and human stories is exactly what we aim for. Regarding the Shoes on the Danube Memorial: it's actually included in our general sightseeing tour rather than this one, and we'd love to have you join that tour next time to see it. As for synagogue admissions, visiting the Dohány Street Grand Synagogue properly requires at least 70 extra minutes plus an entrance fee of 14,500 HUF per person — adding this would significantly change the length and price of this tour, which is why we keep it as an optional extension rather than building it into the public tour. Thank you again for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back to Budapest soon. Warm regards, Agnes & the Triptobudapest Team
Christine is a very funny and qualified guide , well prepaired and ready to answer all your questions.
Dear Cornelia, Thank you so much for this lovely review! We're delighted Christine's humor and preparation made the tour such an enjoyable experience, and that she was able to answer all your questions so well. We hope to welcome you back to Budapest soon! Warm regards, Agnes & the TripToBudapest Team
Outstanding in every way. Great tour guide.
Dear Robert, Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're delighted you found the tour informative and outstanding in every way, and we'll be sure to pass along your kind words to your guide. We hope to welcome you back to Budapest soon! Warm regards, Agnes & the TripToBudapest Team
Excellent walking tour through Jewish Quarter Our guide Edre was very knowledgeable, clear and concise and overall experience very informative and educational- Edre answered all questions, had sense of humor and was great tour guide
Dear Martin, Thank you so much for this excellent review! We're delighted Endre's knowledge, clarity, and sense of humor made the tour through the Jewish Quarter such an informative and enjoyable experience. We hope to welcome you back to Budapest soon! Warm regards, Agnes & the TripToBudapest Team
I recommend this tour. An important part of the history of this city. Our guide Elena did a great job!
¡Muchas gracias por su reseña! Nos alegra mucho que haya disfrutado del tour y que Elena haya estado a la altura. El Distrito Judío es efectivamente una parte fundamental de la historia de Budapest, y nos encanta poder compartirlo. ¡Esperamos volver a verle por aquí! Saludos, Agnes & the TripToBudapest Team
This is a very informative easy walking tour around the Jewish quarter of Budapest. Our guide, Andre, was very knowledgeable and spoke excellent English making the whole experience very enjoyable. I doubt we would have found the places he showed without the tour and even if we had we wouldn't have had the benefit of our guide's knowledge. The tour was free with an option of tipping your guide. We tipped as it was well worth taking the tour.
Dear John, Thank you so much, John — what a wonderful review! 😄 We're so glad Andras made your Budapest Jewish District tour such an enjoyable experience. The Jewish Quarter is one of the most fascinating and layered parts of the city — full of hidden courtyards, stories and places that are genuinely hard to find on your own. It's exactly the kind of neighborhood that comes alive with the right guide, and Andras is brilliant at bringing it all together. Lovely to hear you tipped him too — it really does make a difference and he'll be chuffed to read this! 🙏 Warm regards, Agnes & the TripToBudapest Team
Great tour! Great history of city add highlights of Budapest. Saw biggest synagogue in Europe. Can’t complain
Dear Josh, Thank you so much for the kind words! We're really glad the Budapest Jewish District tour left such a good impression. The Dohány Street Synagogue never fails to take people's breath away — the largest in Europe, and one of the most powerful stops on the tour. But what we love most is how the whole neighborhood tells a story: the golden era, the dark chapters of WWII, and the vibrant, creative district it has become today. We hope Budapest stays with you for a long time — and if you ever come back, we'd love to show you more of this incredible city. Warm regards, Agnes & the TripToBudapest Team
The tour was led by a lady called Dora. She was very knowledgeable about the Jewish history of Budapest. Tour took just over two hours. Dora was happy to answer any questions and she was very interesting and engaging.
Dear Simone, Thank you for this wonderful review! Dora is one of our most knowledgeable guides on the Jewish District tour — Budapest's Jewish history is layered and complex, and she has a real gift for making it both accessible and moving. We’re so glad she could answer all your questions and bring the past and present of the quarter to life. If you’re ever back in Budapest, we’d love to welcome you on another walk. Warm regards, Agnes & the TripToBudapest Team
Krisztina has an amazing group dinamic and control! Definitely recommend it!
Dear Carlos, thank you for this lovely review! Krisztina's energy and ability to bring a group together is truly one of her greatest strengths — and the Past and Present of Budapest Jewish District Tour comes alive when everyone feels part of the experience. So glad it resonated! We hope to welcome you back to Budapest soon. Warm regards, Agnes & the TripToBudapest Team
