Private Budapest Hammer & Sickle Communist Times Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $145 / person
- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 47 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Absolute Tours
Description
The way it was, comrade! This tour takes you back in time to explore life during 50 years of Communism and Big Brother's control. Get a comprehensive overview of Hungary’s communist era. Learn about child-rearing, family life, travel restrictions, and life behind the Iron Curtain. You will walk along the river to visit World War II-era Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial. We’ll explore the history of the Communist government after World War II, whose policies led to the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. The tour provides an overview and highlights major locations where significant events unfolded. Visit Budapest's last remaining Soviet monumen and the Hungarian Parliament, where the first shots of the 1956 revolution were fired—we'll also explore the related exhibition there. You will pass the "White House," the former party headquarters, and end at the memorial of Imre Nagy, the executed prime minister of the 1956 revolution. The tour includes a refreshment break at a retro café
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 28
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $145
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $290.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:16 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 27.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Budapest
Meet your guide at your accommodation and start exploring the sites of central Budapest.
Szent Istvan Bazilika
Learn about how communism affected the religious life and operation of the different churches
Szabadsag ter
Visit the last Soviet Memorial of Budapest, where you can learn about the end of World War II, the beginning of the occupation, and how the Communist Party seized power over the country.
Hungarian Parliament Building
The square in front of the parliament played an important role in the first days of the 1956 revolution. Here you can learn what led to the outbreak of the revolution and how the party leadership handled the events.
In memoriam 1956. October 25. Memorial and Exhibition
On October 25, 1956, on the second day of the revolution, the military authorities and Soviet tanks fired into the gathering crowd. The exhibition presents the events with archive footage and recollections.
Monument to Imre Nagy/Remembrance Day (Oct. 23)
Visit the statue of Imre Nagy, a leader of the 1956 revolution who was later executed. His reburial was an important moment in the change of regime.
What's included
Included
Licensed English speaking expert guide
Pick-up
Refreshment stop with a beverage
Not included
Drop-off
Pickup Locations & Times
Please give us your accommodation details at the time of booking or pick up location must be reported latest 72 hours due to tour time.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
47 reviews
How it compares in Budapest
- Starting price $145 is 92% above the typical $75 for tours of similar length in Budapest
Excurgo comparison of 1,245 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to the topic, it is not recommended for children under age 14
- The tour runs in all weather, so please dress appropriately
- This tour involves 2.5 hours of continuous walking on high curbs, stairs, and slippery surfaces, making it unsuitable for people with limited mobility.
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 Private Budapest Hammer & Sickle Communist Times Tour take?
Private Budapest Hammer & Sickle Communist Times Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Private Budapest Hammer & Sickle Communist Times Tour cost?
Prices start at $145 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 $290. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Budapest Hammer & Sickle Communist Times Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM.
Can I cancel Private Budapest Hammer & Sickle Communist Times Tour 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. Please give us your accommodation details at the time of booking or pick up location must be reported latest 72 hours due to tour time. Pickup points include Leonardo Boutique Hotel Budapest M-Square, Callas House.
What languages is Private Budapest Hammer & Sickle Communist Times Tour 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 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Due to the topic, it is not recommended for children under age 14
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
This tour involves 2.5 hours of continuous walking on high curbs, stairs, and slippery surfaces, making it unsuitable for people with limited mobility.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Budapest Hammer & Sickle Communist Times Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 47 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Absolute Tours.
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