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Buda Castle Walking Tour in Budapest

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Budapest, Hungary
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3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Embark on a 3-hour, small group tour of Castle Hill, the oldest part of Budapest. In the company of a historian, explore Buda’s Castle and the surrounding district of narrow and cobbled streets full of baroque and Gothic facades of historic villas and churches as well as the remains of a synagogue from the middle ages.

What's Included

  • 3-hour guided walk
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
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Budapest
Országház u. 31, 1014 Hungary

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Budapest
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Buda Castle

Two buildings stand out on Castle Hill, the oldest part of Budapest, known for its narrow and cobbled streets and its baroque and Gothic facades: the massive and imposing palace on the southern tip of the hill and the colored roof of Matthias Church in the middle, with its rank steeple pointing towards the heavens.
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1 hour 45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Buda Castle

We start our tour at the palace, the ancient seat of royal power. It was rebuilt, extended, changed, burned down and rebuilt again several times over and it got its current eclectic appearances only after World War II. The first to build on Castle Hill was King Béla IV. He erected a fortress on this spot around 1250 after a devastating invasion by Mongolian hordes. In the Renaissance period, King Matthias made it into the most famous court in Europe at the end of the 15th century. Then came the Turkish pashas who ruled the country for over 150 years, followed by a succession of Hapsburg emperors.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

National Dance Theatre

Discuss the changing function of the building throughout its history.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sandor Palace

The Sándor Palace is the official residence of the President of Hungary, and the seat of the Office of the President. It has served as both since 2003. The original palace was build in Neoclassical style in 1806. It was commissioned by Count Vincent Sándor, an aristocrat and a philosopher of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Matthias Church

A highlight of the tour is Matthias Church with its abundantly decorated roof and amazing interior. The church is a very finely executed Neogothic reconstruction fantasy from the end of the 19th century and it is a strikingly beautiful building.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fisherman's Bastion

Fisherman's Bastion is an architectural fantasy in neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque styles designed and built between 1895 and 1902. Its seven towers represent the seven Magyar tribes that settled in the Carpathian Basin at the end of the 9th c. The terrace provides one of the most famous panoramic views of the Danube, Margaret Island, Pest and the Gellért Hill.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vienna Gate

Our tour ends at the Vienna Gate, from where you can see all the way to Obuda (Old Buda), where the Romans founded the city then called Aquincum.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A maximum of 6 people per booking
  • Route includes hills and cobblestones; short rest stops can be arranged.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Buda Castle Walking Tour in Budapest?

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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What's Included

Activity name

  • 3-hour guided walk
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Matthias Church tickets (needs to be paid on site)
  • Fisherman's Bastion tickets (needs to be paid on site)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A maximum of 6 people per booking
  • Route includes hills and cobblestones; short rest stops can be arranged.
  • Total walking distance approx. 7.6 km with stops
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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