Buda Castle's Secrets with a Historian

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Duration: 3 hours
Service animals welcome

On this amazing 3-hour walking tour get acquainted with the historical core of Buda, the oldest part of Budapest. Experience more than 1100 years of Hungarian history coming alive in front of you through your history buff tour guide's presentations, and learn all about the local significance of the Buda Castle: a district where thousands of people live and many more go for romantic strolls, enjoying superb views and lights.

You will walk through the winding alleys and experience breathtaking views from the ramparts. Be ready for the fascinating historical stories about Buda Castle from the Middle Ages to World War II.

Explore the whole complex of the Buda Castle District including the Royal Palace, Savoy Terrace, Matthias Fountain, Palace Gardens, Alexander Palace, Matthias Church and get panoramic views of the Parliament & the Pest side from Fisherman's Bastion. As an added bonus to round off your experience, enjoy delicious coffee during the coffee stop.

What's included

  • Entrance ticket to Matthias church, arguably the most beautiful in Budapest
  • Coffee and/or Tea

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Gratuities

    Languages spoken by guide

    English

    Additional information

    Service animals allowed

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Children must be accompanied by an adult

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Location

    Departure point

    Holy Trinity Statue, Szentháromság u., I. kerület, Budapest, 1014
    At the Holy Trinity column (Szentháromság szobor). You can easily reach this spot by bus n 16, walking or cab. It takes ~60 meters / 200 feet elevation to climb up from the river. The Chain bridge is currently closed, you can cross the river from Pest by M2 subway or one of the other bridges.

    End point

    Fountain of King Matthias, Szent György u., I. kerület, Budapest, 1013
    We usually finish the tour at the Fountain of King Matthias.

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