Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Buda Castle, Szent Gyorgy Ter, Budapest 1014 HungaryTwo 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.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Buda Castle, Budapest, Szent György tér 2, 1014 HungaryWe 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.Duration: 15 minutesPass By: National Dance Theatre, Szinhaz utca 1 - 3, Budapest 1014 HungaryDiscuss the changing function of the building throughout its history.Stop At: Sandor Palace, Szent Gyorgy ter 1-2., Budapest 1014 HungaryThe 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.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Matthias Church, Szentharomsag ter 2, Budapest 1014 HungaryA 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.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Fisherman's Bastion, Budapest, Szentháromság tér, 1014 HungaryFisherman'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. Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Vienna Gate, Budapest, Bécsikapu tér, 1014 HungaryOur 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.Duration: 10 minutes
Supplier Name
Insight Cities
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,A maximum of 6 people per booking,Not wheelchair accessible,Near public transportation,Not recommended for travelers with back problems,Not recommended for pregnant travelers,No heart problems or other serious medical conditions,Most travelers can participate,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Inclusions:
3-hour guided walk,Professional guide
Exclusions:
Hotel pickup and drop-off,Food and drinks, unless specified,Gratuities,Buda Castle tickets (2000Ft for adults and 1000Ft. for students and seniors); Matthias Church (approx. 1500Ft. for adults and 1000Ft. for students and seniors); Fisherman's Bastion: (800Ft. for adults and 400Ft. for students and seniors (fees are subject to change),Entry/Admission - Matthias Church,Entry/Admission - Fisherman's Bastion
Because of the small group eveverybody could ask individual questions. Guide was very competent.
Highly recommended. Price is absolutely OK.
Reviewed by: C8466DAjenniferp, 09/21/2021 12:00:00 AM
Our guide, Kata, was exceptionally knowledgeable and engaging. She matched our pace and shared so much of the history of the area. She answered all our questions with patience and grace. She was so personable, and her enthusiasm was contagious.
Reviewed by: KATHLEEN_B, 09/22/2019 12:00:00 AM
What a great small group tour of the Buda Castle District! There were four of us and our tour guide Kata was awesome! She told us lots of interesting historical information, as well as fun stories about the people who were important to the era. She made our tour very enjoyable!
Reviewed by: malteselover112, 09/12/2019 12:00:00 AM
We had a great time on the Buda castle tour. Our guide, Tamas, was an excellent tour guide. With his knowledge, jokes, and energy, the tour was very interesting and easy to follow.
Reviewed by: tyziik111, 08/26/2019 12:00:00 AM
We had a thoroughly enjoyable walking tour through the old castle district covering the various architectures, building usage, house names (yes there is a red hedgehog building) and so much more. Our local guide Kata Hidasi was so good making the history really come alive with her stories and the logical sequence we followed. We took the option of having her guide us through St Mathias Church which was definitely well worth it. A highlight of our stay in Budapest.
Reviewed by: carmela.lasorsa, 08/12/2019 12:00:00 AM
