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Budapest City Sightseeing Half-Day Tour

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Budapest, Hungary
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On average, this is booked 29 (0) days in advance.

3 hours (approx.)
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French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

See the best of the Hungarian capital, Budapest on a live guided bus tour. Admire iconic buildings such as the Parliament and St. Stephen’s Basilica. Enjoy a guided walk in the castle area on the Buda side and see the Fisherman’s Bastion and Matthias Church.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Buda Castle area guided walk
  • Live-guided tour
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
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Budapest
Apáczai Csere János u. 12, 1052 Hungary

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Margaret Bridge (pass by)

The group cross the Danube on the Margaret Bridge and will see the fascinating view from there.
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Hungarian State Opera House - Magyar Allami Operahaz (pass by)

Guests will pass by the Opera and St. Stephen’s Basilica and see the exterior of the deservedly famous Hungarian architectural masterpieces.
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House of Terror Museum (pass by)

On the way to the Heroes' Square guests can see the Andrassy Avenue with the Opera House, the House of Terror and many luxury shops.
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Heroes' Square

After that the group will drive to the City Park. They pass by the Vajdahunyad Castle, Europe's largest thermal spa (Széchenyi Bath), the Budapest Zoo and the Once Upon a Time Park. They group will make a short photostop at the Heroes' Square which is also known as the landmark of Budapest.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Matthias Church

See from outside the 14th century gothic church, the most visited attraction of Budapest.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fisherman's Bastion

Fishermen's Bastion was built between 1895 and 1902 to celebrate the 1000th year of the Hungarians's settling in the Carpathian basin. It features 7 towers, each of these represents one of the seven Hungarian chieftains who led their peoples to present-day Hungary to settle around 895. The tower windows provide the best panoramic views of Budapest.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

EUrama Quality Sightseeing Tours (pass by)

The tour ends at Eurama Office (Hotel Intercontinental).
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Itinerary is subject to change in the event of road closures, sporting events, etc.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Budapest City Sightseeing Half-Day 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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-18851P1

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270 reviews

Average 4.35 out of 5 stars based on 270 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Buda Castle area guided walk
  • Live-guided tour
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Itinerary is subject to change in the event of road closures, sporting events, etc.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

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