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Born Under The Red Star - The History of Communism in Hungary - Private Tour

9 Reviews 4.22 out of 5 stars Based on 9 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Budapest, Hungary
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On average, this is booked 14 (0) days in advance.

3 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

A tour entirely dedicated to Hungary's Red Past with story-telling based on vivid memories instead of dusty books. Hammer, sickle, '56 and the trabantful days of Communism.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • A retro soda in a Communist-themed bar
  • Maps and further recommendations
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
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Soviet Heroic Memorial

Situated in a landscaped park, this white obelisk commemorates Russian military who served in WWII.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

House of Terror Museum

House of Terror is a museum located at Andrássy út 60 in Budapest, Hungary. It contains exhibits related to the fascist and communist regimes in 20th-century Hungary and is also a memorial to the victims of these regimes, including those detained, interrogated, tortured or killed in the building.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika)

St. Stephen's Basilica is a Roman Catholic basilica in Budapest, Hungary. It is named in honour of Stephen, the first King of Hungary, whose right hand is housed in the reliquary. It was the sixth largest church building in Hungary before 1920
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Szabadsag ter

Liberty Square (Hungarian: Szabadság tér) is a public square located in the Lipótváros neighborhood of Budapest, Hungary. The square is famous for two controversial memorials that commemorate the Hungarian Jewish victims of the Holocaust and the Soviet soldiers that liberated Budapest from the Nazis in 1945 . The United States Embassy in Hungary and the historicist style headquarters of the Hungarian National Bank about the west side of the square
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Memorial to the 1956 Hungarian Revolution and War of Independence

A memorial commemorating the heroes of the 1956 Hungarian uprising against the communist regime.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hungarian Parliament Building

The Hungarian Parliament Building (Hungarian: Országház) which translates to House of the Country or House of the Nation), also known as the Parliament of Budapest after its location, is the seat of the National Assembly of Hungary, a notable landmark of Hungary and a popular tourist destination in Budapest.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Born Under The Red Star – The History of Communism in Hungary – Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-51057P2

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • A retro soda in a Communist-themed bar
  • Maps and further recommendations
  • Hotel/apartment pickup
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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