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Jewish Quarter tour
Wonderfully educational walk through the Jewish quarter. It was wonderful to learn about the history of the Jewish population and see the local synagogues. We all really enjoyed it
Budapest Jewish Heritage: Synagogues, Shoes, Secrets
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1–3 hours
- Price from
- $49 / person
- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 65 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Fungarian
- Meeting point
- Each time, it's the kind tourist who decides where the most convenient meeting point would be – whether it's a café or their hotel.
Description
Step beyond the guidebooks and discover the story of Budapest’s Jewish community on a private walking tour through the historic Jewish Quarter. Explore atmospheric streets, hidden courtyards and the exterior of three beautiful synagogues while learning about Jewish culture, architecture, traditions and the dramatic history of the community. **Choose your tour:** **1-Hour Jewish Quarter Tour** Discover the historic Jewish Quarter and see 3 important synagogues from the outside. **Does not include the Shoes on the Danube.** **2-Hour Jewish Quarter & Shoes on the Danube** Explore the Jewish Quarter and visit the **Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial**. **Synagogue interiors are not included.** **2-Hour 45-Minute Jewish Heritage Tour – Full Experience** Our complete experience includes the **Jewish Quarter, Shoes on the Danube and synagogue entry**, offering a deeper insight into Budapest’s Jewish heritage and history. **Important:** The program depends on the duration selected.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 13 times a day, 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 17+)
- $49
- Youth (ages 6–16)
- Free
- Child (ages 2–5)
- Free
- Infant (ages 0–1)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $92.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:42 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Fungarian
From Herzl Square and the Great Synagogue we begin the guided walk in the Jewish Quarter, including major landmarks of the city’s World War II ghetto of 1944.
Great / Central Synagogue (Nagy Zsinagoga)
Stop at the Dohány Street Synagogue, also known as the Great Synagogue is a historical building in Erzsébetváros, the 7th district of Budapest, Hungary. It is the largest synagogue in Europe, seating 3,000 people and is a centre of Neolog Judaism. You will discover not only why this synagogue is unique architecturally, but also find out about the fate of Hungarian Jewry at the time of the Second World War, as well as learning how many internationally famous personages were Hungarian Jews.
Rumbach Street Synagogue
Stop at the Moorish Rumbach Sebestyén utca Synagogue was built in 1872 by Austrian Secessionist architect Otto Wagner for the "moderate Conservative" community. The interior decorations shine in their old, graceful light after the long-overdue facelift. Come with us and see this unusual and beautiful synagogue and find out how it differs from the others in the area.
Carl Lutz Memorial
During the war, Swiss diplomat Carl Lutz helped save tens of thousands of Jews in Budapest from persecution and deportation. Located in the area of the former Budapest ghetto is a monument dedicated to his memory.
Kazinczy Street Synagogue
In a small side-street you can find Budapest's Orthodox synagogue. The Orthodox Synagogue was built in 1913 in what was at the time a very modern design. It has late art nouveau touches and is decorated in bright colours throughout. The stained-glass windows in the ceiling were designed by Miksa Róth.
Shoes on the Danube Bank
We pay our respects at the Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial, which was unveiled on April 16, 2005, in memory of the Jewish victims who were murdered at this site during World War II. They were forced to remove their shoes before being shot at the riverbank, their bodies carried away by the Danube. The sculpture, depicting the shoes left behind, stands as a poignant symbol of loss and remembrance.
Budapest's Jewish Quarter
Towards the end of WWII, the Jews of Budapest were herded into a ghetto, and a small section of the ghetto’s wall still stands in the heart of Budapest. Come with us and find out the secrets of the ghetto, the life of its inmates and their eventual fate.
End the tour with a bite of history – flódni, a heritage of flavors.
What's included
Included
The tour is conducted by a genuine Jewish guide.
Professional historian guide
Hotel pickup
Private tour – only your group
Approx. 2.5 hours (includes admission tickets)
Not included
Public transportation ticket
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
65 reviews
How it compares in Budapest
- Starting price $49 is 35% below the typical $76 for tours of similar length in Budapest
Excurgo comparison of 1,253 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Budapest Jewish Heritage: Synagogues, Shoes, Secrets take?
Budapest Jewish Heritage: Synagogues, Shoes, Secrets lasts about 1–3 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Budapest Jewish Heritage: Synagogues, Shoes, Secrets cost?
Prices start at $49 per person for this Budapest experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $92. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Budapest Jewish Heritage: Synagogues, Shoes, Secrets run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 13 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
How much does Budapest Jewish Heritage: Synagogues, Shoes, Secrets cost for children?
Children aged 2–5 pay nothing, adults from $49. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Budapest Jewish Heritage: Synagogues, Shoes, Secrets for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Melisa Apartment.
What languages is Budapest Jewish Heritage: Synagogues, Shoes, Secrets offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 26 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Budapest Jewish Heritage: Synagogues, Shoes, Secrets worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 65 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Fungarian.
Reviews(65)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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A thoughtful and memorable tour of Budapest’s Jewish Quarter
We thoroughly enjoyed our guided tour of Budapest’s Jewish Quarter. Our guide Petra was knowledgeable and engaging, sharing the area’s history with sensitivity and care. We came away with a much deeper appreciation of the neighbourhood and its significance. Thank you for such a memorable and worthwhile experience.
M
Suzanna was kind enough...
Suzanna was kind enough to meet our group at the hotel, which was appreciated. She was professional, thorough and very knowledgeable. For 3 1/2 hrs. she gave us a very complete overview of Hungarian history and specifically the Jewish Quarter. I highly recommend this tour, and Suzanna specifically.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Suzanna. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Budapest again soon!
S
Andrea was an excellent...
Andrea was an excellent tour guide! Our 2 hour private tour covered a lot of ground from all 3 synagogues (from the outside), through the Jewish district seeing the ruin bar scene, to the shoes on the Danube memorial.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Andrea and had a great time exploring Budapest’s Jewish Quarter. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
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Julia was phenomenal!! ...
Julia was phenomenal!! Amazing tour and insight into the Jewish community heritage in the city. Well worth it.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! ❤️ We’re delighted to hear that Julia made your tour special and that you enjoyed discovering the heritage and history of Budapest’s Jewish community. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Julia. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to see you again in Budapest! 🇭🇺✨
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Engaging Tour and History Lesson
Our guide was excellent and provided an informative and interesting history of the sites we visited. After the tour we returned to the Central Synagogue to see the inside. Although the entrance fee was high, it was well worth it. My family and I were quite impressed with this tour and decided it was the best tour we went on during our trip (and that was a high bar).
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are truly delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed the tour so much. It means a lot to us that you considered it the best tour of your entire trip—especially knowing that you had many great experiences to compare it with. We're also very happy that you appreciated your guide's knowledge and storytelling. Sharing Budapest's Jewish history in a meaningful and engaging way is exactly what we strive for. Thank you once again for choosing Fungarian. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Budapest someday! Warm regards,
R
Took tour with Andra...
Took tour with Andra today. She was very informative regarding history of the Jewish quarter in Pest. Answered all our questions and did a thorough job. Her English was good as well.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Andra. She is truly passionate about sharing the history of Budapest's Jewish Quarter, and we're glad her knowledge and clear English made your experience even more enjoyable. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Budapest again in the future!
M
Memorable Tour in Budapest
Julia was knowledgeable and informative. She picked us up at our hotel and took us to the historical Jewish sights of Budapest. The synagogues are beautiful and we also learned more about Budapest’s Jewish community today.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Julia. It's wonderful to know that you found her knowledgeable and informative, and that you had the opportunity to explore Budapest's rich Jewish heritage and beautiful synagogues. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Budapest for another unforgettable experience!
K
This tour of Jewish history in Budapest is exceptional!
Julia is extremely knowledgeable and easy to talk to while we walked around the Jewish Quarter. She provided us with a wonderful overview of many historical facts during the tour. The places she took us to were very interesting and we felt that we got an exceptional and memorable picture of the history and lives of Jews in Budapest.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Julia. She is truly passionate about sharing the history and culture of Budapest's Jewish community, and we are glad her knowledge and friendly approach made your experience both informative and memorable. It means a lot to us that you found the tour engaging and that it gave you a meaningful insight into the history and lives of Jews in Budapest. Thank you for choosing Fungarian. We hope to welcome you back on another tour during your next visit to Budapest! Best regards, The Fungarian Team
J
Private Tour With Petra Was Excellent!!!!!
I had an incredible experience with Petra as my tour guide in Budapest. She arrived at my hotel right on time and was extremely informative. Her knowledge of the Jewish history in Budapest was outstanding. She took me to the Great Synagogue and several other synagogues, explaining everything in deep detail. We also visited the Danube River to see the bronze shoes. The day was perfectly organized, and the entire history she shared was so moving. I highly recommend Petra—she was simply excellent.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review! ❤️ We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such an incredible experience with Petra. It’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed learning about Budapest’s Jewish history and that the visit to the Great Synagogue, the other synagogues, and the Shoes on the Danube Bank was so meaningful to you. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Petra — she’ll be thrilled to hear them! Thank you again for recommending Petra and Fungarian. It was a pleasure to have you with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Budapest in the future! 🇭🇺✨
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