Budapest Jewish Heritage Memorial Walking Tour & Synagogue Entry
Description
Dive into Budapest’s fascinating Jewish history, culture and heritage on a walking tour led by a local guide. With one of the largest Jewish communities in Middle and Eastern Europe, Budapest is full of historic Jewish quarters, memorials and synagogues, each with their own unique story and significance. Visit the Jewish Museum, Dohány Street Synagogue, Raul Wallenberg Holocaust Memorial Park, the old Jewish quarter, Kazinczy Street Synagogue and more while learning about Hungary's complicated Jewish history over the centuries.
Tour Options
Itinerary
First, we will visit the Dohány Street Synagogue (interior visit), which is the largest in Europe and the second largest in the world.
You also get a local guided tour in the Jewish Museum, where you see the Hungarian Jewish heritage through a unique collection of art pieces from Hungary and Eastern Europe, and the rich tradition of Judaism, its holidays and everyday life. A separate room commemorates the Hungarian Holocaust.
Only with Grand tour option! Pass by the thriving Gozsdu passage.
Only with Grand tour option! During our journey we visit the Memorial Park dedicated to Carl Lutz.
Grand tour only! Explore the main synagogue of the Hungarian Orthodox Jewry. It is one of the largest operating orthodox synagogues in Europe, built in art-nouveau style.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(621)
The quality of our tour surpassed our expectations. Benjamin has a tremendous fund of knowledge and an enjoyable delivery style.
Thank you for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear the tour surpassed your expectations and that Benjamin's knowledge and style made it so enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
An amazing and very reach tour with a captivating and very knowledgeable guide, Benjamin. Definitely recommend to anyone interested in the Jewish history and history in general!
Benjamin was AMAZING! He knew all the details, shared his knowledge, answered questions, was patient with my dumb questions. I highlt recommend this tour
Outstanding tour by a very intelligent and knowledgeable guide. Comprehensive, sensible, and mature.
After a week of touring Eastern Europe, Benjamin was by far the best guide we had all week. He was knowledgeable, entertaining, and willing to share both facts and opinions. Don’t miss this amazing tour.
Benjamin gave a passionate and personal tour of the past and present of the Jewish Quarter. There is lots of history, good and bad in this section of Budapest.
We are so glad you enjoyed Benjamin’s passionate tour of the Jewish Quarter. Thank you for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back on another walk soon.
Benjamin was outstanding. He kept us keenly interested throughout the extended tour. We have taken tours through Jewish Quarters in most major European Cities and this was the best.
We are truly honored by your generous review and delighted that Benjamin made this tour your favorite across Europe. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour soon.
The perfect tour for someone interested in the Jewish History of Budapest & Hungry. Our guide, Benjamin, was excellent. He was extremely knowledgeable and encouraged questions and discussion.
We are delighted that you had such a perfect experience exploring the Jewish history of Budapest with Benjamin. Thank you for your kind review, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!
Heartfelt, informative tour. Our guide was knowledgeable and took time answering the group’s questions.
We are delighted that you enjoyed such a heartfelt and informative experience. Thank you for your kind words about our guide, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!
This tour was a great experience. Benjamin, our guide was great! He has a vast knowledge of Hungarian and Jewish history.
