Top Budapest Classes & Workshops

Study up on your Hungarian wines with this 2-hour evening tasting in Budapest. Led by an expert guide, you’ll be given an introduction to regional characteristics, sampling eight varietals at a local wine shop and sharing your thoughts with your companions. Ask questions as you take in the flavour notes, pairing your samples with artisanal bread, local cheeses & charcuteries. Groups are limited to 24 people.

Join us as we explore the largest indoor market in Hungary, gather fresh ingredients, and then head over to our nearby apartment for a hands-on cooking session and cultural immersion. We'll start by meeting up at the iconic Central Market Hall of Budapest. From there, we'll take a short walk around the market, chatting about Hungarian history, cuisine, and culture while tasting some of the flavorus of Hungary! After the Market, we head over to our apartment, where a selection of mouth-watering snacks, like sausages, salamis, dips, and cheeses waiting for us before we get to it! Then, it's time to roll up our sleeves and get cooking!

Try your hand at making traditional chimney cakes, or *kurtoskalacs*, in this small-group baking class in Budapest. Learn how to make this sweet treat at a family-run business and receive plenty of attention and instruction from your hosts. Learn how to work the dough, roll the pastry, and how to replicate this process in your own kitchen. Finish the experience with a cup of tea or coffee, and your homemade chimney cake.

Experience a tour like no other with our guide, who brings expertise as a tour operator, food aficionado, and skilled chef. With a passion for both culinary delights and storytelling, our guide offers a unique perspective that goes beyond just delicious eats. Explore the best of our city's food scene while gaining insider knowledge on the culture and history of the area.

Grabbing a taxi at the airport last minute can end up costing you a lot. Book this Budapest private transfer ahead of time and save yourself some money. This private transfer service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Your driver picks you up at the airport (or your hotel) and transfers you over to your hotel (or the airport) in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Széchenyi Bath, the largest thermal spring bath complex in Budapest and throughout Europe, is the height of European elegance. Built in 1913 in a captivating Neo-baroque style, the spa has a rich history, evolving from private steam baths to a vast complex featuring 3 outdoor and 15 indoor pools. But the experience doesn't end at the spa; it extends into the heart of Hungarian culture with an optional guided tour inside the Pálinka Museum. After the spa, venture into the city center to savor the flavors of the “Hungarian spirit”. Hungary's well-known fruit-based liquor is deeply ingrained in the culture of the country. Unlike whiskey or vodka, it is exclusively crafted from fruits, resulting in a special aromatic profile. Gain insights into Hungary's Pálinka Act of Parliament, a testament to the country's commitment to regulating and preserving the production & quality of the spirit. The museum provides deeper understanding of the craftsmanship and heritage behind this iconic drink.

Experience an organ concert at St. Stephen’s Basilica on your next trip to Budapest. The sound inside the dome of this neoclassical church makes it the perfect spot for Bach and Vivaldi, performed by some of Hungary’s most revered musicians. To continue the festivities, upgrade to a late-night dinner cruise on the Danube afterward, and toast to the beautiful view with a glass of Sparkling wine. A traditional Hungarian meal is also available on board, served buffet-style. Along the way, pass UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Buda Castle, lit up for the evening hours.

Admire Budapest from the water on a 70-minute Duna Bella River Danube cruise. Board the panoramic Duna Bella boat, and sail by landmarks including the Hungarian Parliament and Chain Bridge as you sip a glass of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or water — your choice. Finish by cruising around leafy Margaret Island, with the option to go ashore and explore the island's parks as you wish before catching the next Duna Bella boat back.

See the sights of Budapest as you cruise the city on a Segway. This tour offers a choice of durations for your guided trip around central Pest. An orientation is provided before the tour begins so that you feel comfortable when it comes time to navigate the streets. Ride past top attractions like St. Stephen’s Basilica, the Hungarian State Opera House and Andrassy Avenue along the way.

Hop into a soft-top tuk-tuk with a driver-guide and explore Budapest by three wheels on this private tour. Most commonly found in Asia, tuk-tuks are perfect for navigating Budapest’s streets and discovering hidden places inaccessible to bigger vehicles. Breeze by the landmarks, stop for photos, and absorb the atmosphere on a flexible itinerary. Downtown pickup and drop-off included, with a choice of multiple departure times.

Explore the beautiful city of Budapest on a private Segway tour. Discover the city’s main highlights such as Fisherman’s Bastion, the Parliament, the Opera House, St. Stephen’s Basilica and more as you cruise through the streets with ease. Stop along the way for photo opportunities and learn about each location from your informative guide during this 3-hour tour.

Learn how to make one of Hungary’s most classic and cherished dishes with this strudel-themed, small-group cooking class. Pick between convenient morning and afternoon class times, and make your way directly to your host’s apartment, located in the heart of the city. Upon arrival, get comfortable, roll up your sleeves, and learn all about the strudel’s heritage. Then, prepare several sweet and savory versions of the dish. At the end of class, sit down to enjoy your meal.

Discover the delights of Hungarian cuisine with this cooking experience in Budapest. Soak up the atmosphere as you shop for ingredients at the local market, then learn to cook authentic Hungarian cuisine during an expert-led cooking class. Sample local specialties like Pálinka (fruit brandy), elderberry syrup and poppy seed bread pudding, and get hands-on as you master traditional techniques. Finally, reap the rewards as you tuck into a delicious 4-course lunch, accompanied by local wines.

Delve into the flavors of Hungarian cuisine when you book this half-day cooking class with an optional market tour. Head to a kitchen where a cooking instructor provides the hands-on know-how required to prepare a traditional Hungarian feast with dishes like goulash and chicken paprikash. After cooking, sit down to the fruits of your labor with a glass of wine and good conversation.

Our experience takes place in a Hungarian family business, in the heart of the Budapest City Park. We provide a true experience in making the Hungarian/Transylvanian Chimney Cake - which traditionally is called Kürtőskalács. The Kürtőskalács is a Hungaricum, and we are proud to share the secrets of making this simple dessert with our guests from around the world. Join us to add some extra sweetness to your time in Budapest, and let us all connect at our chimney cake workshops! A travel experience that both kids and adults will enjoy!

Discover the secrets to prepare classic Hungarian cuisine during a private 5-hour cooking class in Budapest. Meet your guide, a personal chef, at the Central Market. Sample street food and pick up fresh ingredients for the class. Then head to your guide’s home and prepare a traditional 3-course meal together. Afterwards, you’re ready to impress your friends back home with your new cooking skills.

Make your very own souvenir in the heart of Budapest! Join our leather craft workshops and create your own unique accessory. Don’t miss an unforgettable experience and bring your gifts to the next level by customizing them! You can create one of the following: - one Sunglasses Case - one Cardholder - one Passport cover - two Keychain with your name on it WHEN AND HOW? To attend our workshops no pre-registration is needed, but if you want to make sure, you can reserve your spot in advance by registering on our website (every other day we are running our bag making master courses that requires pre-registration.) Don’t worry about the details, you'll get full support from our designer team. All you need to take is your good mood. We've got hundreds of beautiful colors to choose from and we can also stamp your name or initials in the final product, so this can be the best memory from your trip in Budapest or the greatest, customized gift to your friends or family.

What sets us apart is our emphasis on using locally sourced, organic lavender, harvested at its peak to ensure the freshest and most vibrant flavors. Guided by our expert mixologists, you'll explore innovative techniques and unexpected flavor pairings, unlocking the full potential of this versatile botanical.

Combine two of Hungary’s culinary attractions, wine and strudel, in this group cooking class taught by some passionate cooks. All levels are welcome, as you’ll get plenty of strudel-making instruction even though you’re part of a large group. When you’re finished, you can enjoy what you’ve created, both sweet and savory strudel washed down with some local wine.

Lángos making course We teach you how to make the famous hungarian street food Lángos and after that we'll eat what we have made

Combine a walking tour through Budapest with a Hungarian cooking class during this two-for-one, small-group half-day experience. First, explore the city on foot with a guide, learning about the city’s Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian history as well as its Jewish heritage. Then, head into the kitchen where you will see that history in action as you learn how to prepare traditional dishes like stuffed peppers and roast goose.

Enjoy an immersive culinary experience with a 4-hour private pastry making class. This cultural cooking class comes with one-on-one attention from your teacher. Choose from two menus - including langos (deep fried flat bread) and gerbeaud (layer cake) - based on your tastes and your teacher will provide all of the ingredients and cooking materials, along with round trip transport.  Afterwards, enjoy what you’ve prepared and take home the recipes.

To understand Hungarian culture, no traveler should miss the chance to enjoy the local cuisine—but for real foodies—nothing beats a traditional cooking class, with a professional chef. With this Central European Jewish cooking class, head to your host's apartment to prepare a three-course Jewish menu of your choosing, taste typical snacks, and sample the local plum brandy. Along the way, expect to eat well, and learn about the culture, and customs, of Hungarian Jewry.