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Budapest Private Full Day City Sightseeing Tour Walking or by Car

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Budapest, Hungary
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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Capture memories of all of the most famous sights in Budapest on this exciting 8-hour private city tour. Get a true feel for the city as you walk down both sides of the river with your professional guide. Enjoy hassle free meeting with the guide at your hotel before heading out on your full day adventure.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (with public transport or by car, according to the selected tour option)
  • One hour optional lunch break is possible - this time may be excluded from the tour duration
  • Entry to churches upon request: St. Stephen's Basilica, Matthias Church
  • Cost of lunch, or other food and beverage during the tour
  • Public transport tickets
  • Churches are closed during service time on Sunday morning
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Meeting and Pickup

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If you require a pickup at your hotel or accommodation, the tour guide will be at the reception desk of the hotel or in front of the accommodation address. Otherwise the tour guide will be at the default Departure Point. After the tour drop-off is possible at your hotel or in any selected point of the city. Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off is with public transport or by car, according to the selected tour option. No extra fee is charged for this service.

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Budapest
Szent István tér 4, 1051 Hungary

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St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika)

You will visit the impressive Saint Stephen's Basilica built for the memory of the first Hungarian king (died in 1038). It has many statues and frescoes, as well as the mummified right hand of the first king. The church is open every day, except Sunday morning religious service.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Szabadsag ter

You will see the dramatic monuments of the Nazi and Soviet occupations and dictatorships as well as the miraculous fountain (during the warm season).
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hungarian Parliament Building

You will admire one of the most impressing parliament buildings of the world with its amazing history.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kossuth Lajos Square

You will see the memories of the Hungarian freedom heroes and the 1956 revolution against the Communist dictatorship.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Shoes on the Danube Bank

A shocking monument of local Jewish martyrs of the WW2 genocide.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Central Market Hall

Admire the architecture of the greatest historical market hall of the world. There are hundreds of food vendors and souvenir shops. If you wish you we can spend enough time on shopping or tasting some typical Hungarian market snack.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hungarian National Museum (pass by)

The captivating building of the oldest Hungarian museum.
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Deak Ferenc Square (pass by)

The central traffic junction of Budapest. From here you can enter the old town of Pest, and the Inner City commercial and touristy center.
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Buda Castle

We will cross the river Danube and get to the Castle of Buda from where you will see the most beautiful panoramic view of the city. The Castle Quarter is the oldest district of Budapest plenty of cute Medieval dwelling houses.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Fisherman's Bastion

As the last stop of the tour you will have the chance to admire one of the most beautiful and fascinating places in Budapest, the Fishermen's Bastion with the famous panorama over the river Danube and the Hungarian Parliament building.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Matthias Church

We will walk around the beautiful Matthias Church built in the Middle Ages in Gothic style. Upon request it is possible to visit it inside with your tour guide. The inside visit takes about 30 minutes and includes all the rich artworks as well as a small historical exhibition on the upper floor. The church is closed on Sunday mornings during religious service, and sometimes on Saturdays due to wedding ceremonies.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Szechenyi Lanchid (pass by)

The iconic bridge is under renovation currently (from 2021 to 2022).
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Heroes' Square

Walk through the impressive Heroes' Square, the largest square in Budapest. In the middle of the square you find the Millennium Monument, while on its two sides you will see the Arts Hall and the Fine Arts Museum.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Millenium Monument Budapest

Visit the Millennium Monument, commemorating 1000 years of Hungarian history. In front of the monument you will find the grave of the unknown heroes, while in the colonnades around you can admire the statues of the greatest kings and leaders of the country.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vajdahunyad Castle

Explore Budapest City Park, the oldest public park in the world. Walk over a bridge to reach an island on the lake, home to the romantic Vajdahunyad Castle. All around the courtyard there are copies of buildings representing different periods and styles of Hungarian architecture.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Anonymus Szobor

In the inner courtyard of the castle you will discover the interesting statue of Anonymus, the first history writer of Hungary who lived in the 12th century.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Szechenyi Baths and Pool

You will pass by the main building of the famous Szechenyi Baths, the largest thermal bath of Europe. Through the windows you will be able to see the outdoor pools and people swimming in the warm water.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Andrassy Avenue (pass by)

Admire the elegant Andrassy Avenue, the 2 miles long historical thoroughfare of the city. The Millennium Subway (Budapest Metro line 1, built in 1896) runs under the avenue, and preserved its beautiful original stations.
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Hungarian State Opera House - Magyar Allami Operahaz

One of the most beautiful opera theatres of the world. You will learn about its interesting history, architecture and rich artworks.
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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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (covering your legs and shoulders is required in church areas)
  • Supplier is not responsible for unforeseen delays or accidents
  • Transportation to/from attractions is according to the selected tour option (on public transport or by car)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Budapest Private Full Day City Sightseeing Tour Walking or by Car?

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

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (with public transport or by car, according to the selected tour option)
  • One hour optional lunch break is possible - this time may be excluded from the tour duration
  • Entry to churches upon request: St. Stephen's Basilica, Matthias Church
  • French, German, Italian, and English guides available if option selected
  • Professional, licenced and enthusiast guide
  • Cost of lunch, or other food and beverage during the tour
  • Public transport tickets
  • Churches are closed during service time on Sunday morning
  • Churches may be closed on Saturdays due to wedding ceremonies

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately (covering your legs and shoulders is required in church areas)
  • Supplier is not responsible for unforeseen delays or accidents
  • Transportation to/from attractions is according to the selected tour option (on public transport or by car)

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