Budapest private tour on the Communist past with entry
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $270 / person
- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Languages
- DE, PT, EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Budapest Day Trips
Description
Step back in time to the days of life behind the Iron Curtain on this private tour of Budapest. Learn the story behind the Hungarian Revolution of 1956 and how it was tragically crushed. Visit the Citadella where the story of communism in Hungary began, see the monumental Soviet statues in Memento Park, the memorials of the victims near to the Hungarian Parliament, and the House of Terror. Inside visit of House of Terror Budapest is not included! As a more joyful memory of the era visit the Retro Museum Budapest, a newly opened interactive exhibition wish tells how ordinary lifa was behind the Iron Curtain, in the most merry barrack, Hungary! Optionally you can travel on the Pioneers Railway, called Children Railway today, where the service is given by kids!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 21
- Adult
- $270
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $520.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 20.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Liberty Statue
On the top of Gellert Hill the monument was erected by the occupying Soviet troops in 1947, an iconic landmark of the city. The place offers breathtaking panorama of Budapest
Memento Park
Museum's collection containes the most famed statues and monuments of the communist era in Hungary, inlcuding 'Stalin's boots'. A movie tells, how agents were organized and trained in the communist time by the party.
Soviet Heroic Memorial
Erected next to the Embassy of US for the memory of Budapest's occupation by th Soviet Red Army in 1945
House of Terror Museum
The building was once upon a time the headquarter of AVO, the Hungarian KGB, Many anticommunist prison suffered here from toruture and were executed, specially after the big uprise of 1956. Going into the museum is optional, in the entrance hall you can see what is expected.
Budapest Retro Interactive Museum
A funny museum, full ob objects Hungarian used during the communist times. The museum show how life was in the most merry barrack, or so callad goulash communism. You can even try to drive by simulation original old police car.
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transfers in the city
entry into Memento Park, when asked
Private tour guide
Pickup Locations & Times
any hotels, accomodations, railway stations, ports, or agreed place can serve as a pick up point
How it compares in Budapest
- Starting price $270 is 40% above the typical $193 for tours of similar length in Budapest
Excurgo comparison of 1,252 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
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 private tour on the Communist past with entry take?
Budapest private tour on the Communist past with entry lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Budapest private tour on the Communist past with entry cost?
Prices start at $270 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 $520. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Budapest private tour on the Communist past with entry run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel Budapest private tour on the Communist past with entry 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. any hotels, accomodations, railway stations, ports, or agreed place can serve as a pick up point Pickup points include Monastery Boutique Hotel Budapest, Oriental Hotel.
What languages is Budapest private tour on the Communist past with entry offered in?
The experience is available in DE, PT, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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